In a stunning display of marksmanship, Navy freshman Tyler Wee made history on Saturday by becoming the first Midshipman to ever shoot a perfect 600 in air rifle. Wee's record-breaking performance led Navy's #9 ranked rifle team to a decisive 4739-4691 victory over #12 Akron, further cementing the program's status as an NCAA powerhouse.
Reaching New Heights
What this really means is that Tyler Wee has taken the college rifle world by storm. The rookie sensation has now set new program records in both smallbore (593) and air rifle (600), with an incredible aggregate score of 1193 - the highest ever posted by a Navy shooter. As head coach Mike Anti noted, "This is the first time in program history that a perfect score was fired by one of our athletes."
Poised for the Big Stage
The bigger picture here is that Navy rifle is primed for a deep NCAA tournament run. With Wee leading the charge alongside fellow standouts Parker Haydin and Isabella Baldwin, the Midshipmen boast one of the most talented and balanced rosters in the country. As USA Today reported, Navy currently sits at #9 in the national rankings, with an excellent chance of cracking the coveted top 8 and earning a spot in the NCAA Championships.
With the regular season winding down and the postseason on the horizon, the sky is the limit for this Navy squad. If Tyler Wee and company can maintain this torrid pace, a national title may very well be in their sights. As NRA reports, Navy has the talent and experience to hang with any team in the country. The stage is set for a thrilling march to the championship.