USS Kentucky Sailor to Re-enlist at State Capitol

By The Commodore

Apr

19

Frankfort, Ky – Senior Chief Machinist Mate (SS) Jeremy Shaw will re-enlist in the United States Navy at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, April 20, 2011. Commonwealth of Kentucky Secretary of State Elaine Walker will host the re-enlistment ceremony in the Capitol Building Rotunda, and the Adjutant General of Kentucky Maj. Gen. Edward W. Tonini will administer the oath of enlistment. The event is open to the public.

Senior Chief Shaw is the auxiliary leading chief petty officer aboard USS Kentucky’s (SSBN 737) Blue Crew. He will be accompanied by Weapons Officer Lt. Cory Hudson and Lt.J.g. Erik Chamberlain. They are part of a contingent of six sailors from USS Kentucky, currently conducting a namesake visit across Kentucky. Continued…

Sluggers Visit Phoenix School of Discovery

By The Commodore

Apr

13

Thoroughbreds and Sluggers Surface at Thunder

By The Commodore

Apr

13

LOUISVILLE, KY – Crew members from USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) and USS Louisville (SSN 724) will be conducting separate namesake visits to the Louisville-area during mid-April. In what officials describe as a rare occurrence, the sailors from both submarines will make several joint appearances at Thunder Over Louisville on Saturday, April 16.

“I’ve been coordinating namesake visits for both boats since 1995,” said Philip Setters from the Thoroughbred Sub Club. “This is the first time I have been aware of two boats conducting simultaneous visits in our area, and I haven’t found anyone that can recall it happening anywhere else, either. I am glad it is happening at Thunder Over Louisville, which has previously included participation from both submarines.” Continued…

USS Louisville Returns to Pearl Harbor

By The Commodore

Nov

1

Courtesy Navy NewsStand

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge, Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs

PEARL HARBOR (NNS) — The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Oct. 29 after completing a scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific region.

During the deployment, Louisville executed a wide range of operations in support of 7th Fleet and national tasking in addition to a high-profile bilateral exercise designed to strengthen operability of U.S. and Republic of Korea naval forces.

“Unquestionably this deployment was an amazing experience for the entire Louisville crew and especially rewarding for the supervisors to watch as this young crew performed missions vital to our national security and strengthened international relations with our allies throughout the Western Pacific,” said Cmdr. Lee Sisco, USS Louisville’s commanding officer. Continued…

USS Kentucky Sailor Re-enlists at Space Needle

By The Commodore

Oct

16

You can read the details here.

USS Kentucky to attend North Bullitt matchup with LaRue

By The Commodore

Oct

6

Shepherdsville, Ky – While much of the equine world’s attention will be focused on the World Equestrian Games in Lexington this weekend, spectators at Friday night’s football game between the North Bullitt Eagles and LaRue County Hawks will have a chance to see a horse of a different sort. Three Sailors from USS Kentucky (SSBN 737), the “Thoroughbred of the Fleet,” will be participating in the coin toss just prior to the game. Continued…

USS Kentucky Receives Omaha Trophy

By The Commodore

Oct

6

Strategic Command Consultation Committee Member, Mr. Joe Moglia congratulates Sailors assigned to the blue and gold crews of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) for their achievement of excellence before presenting the prestigious Omaha Trophy to the boat during a ceremony on Delta Pier at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., Sept. 29. The Omaha Trophy, sponsored by U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) and the U.S. Strategic Command Consultation Committee, is given annually to the best ballistic missile submarine as well as units with intercontinental ballistic missiles, strategic aircraft and strategic space and information operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gretchen Albrecht.

Strategic Command Consultation Committee Member, Mr. Joe Moglia congratulates Sailors assigned to the blue and gold crews of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) for their achievement of excellence before presenting the prestigious Omaha Trophy to the boat during a ceremony on Delta Pier at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., Sept. 29. The Omaha Trophy, sponsored by U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) and the U.S. Strategic Command Consultation Committee, is given annually to the best ballistic missile submarine as well as units with intercontinental ballistic missiles, strategic aircraft and strategic space and information operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gretchen Albrecht.

Courtesy Navy NewsStand

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gretchen Albrecht, Commander, Submarine Group 9 Public Affairs

The blue and gold crews of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) were presented the prestigious Omaha Trophy during a ceremony on Delta Pier at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., Sept. 29.

The Omaha Trophy, sponsored by U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) and the U.S. Strategic Command Consultation Committee, is given annually to the best ballistic missile submarine as well as units with intercontinental ballistic missiles, strategic aircraft and strategic space and information operations. Continued…

USS Kentucky’s 2003 Visit to Worthington Elementary

By The Commodore

Sep

12

Virginia Class Program Reaches Major Milestone

By The Commodore

Sep

11

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 3, 2010) The Virginia-class attack submarine USS Hawaii (SSN 776) transits Tokyo Bay on the way to Fleet Activities Yokosuka, marking the very first time in the history of the U.S. 7th Fleet that a Virginia-class submarine visited the region. This is Hawaii's first scheduled deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Lara Bollinger/Released

Courtesy Navy NewsStand.

From Naval Sea Systems Command Team Submarine Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Virginia-class submarine program reached a significant benchmark with the approval of Milestone III, authorization of full-rate production and the declaration of full operational capability Sept. 3.

Milestone III and full-rate production approval for the Acquisition Category ID Program came with the signing of the Acquisition Decision Memorandum (ADM) by the under secretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics.

The achievement of this major acquisition milestone allows the program to continue construction of the submarine class beyond the established low-rate initial production of 14 submarines through the remainder of the class. Continued…

USS Louisville Sailor Makes News in Georgia

By The Commodore

Sep

9

A letter from USS Louisville (SSN 724) Commanding Officer Cmdr. Lee P. Sisco to the parents of Chief Petty Officer Shane Neal citing the son’s heroic actions while on deployment was covered in a news story in Georgia. For more, visit http://www.cbsatlanta.com/news/24930591/detail.html.

Bravo Zulu Chief Neal!

Target Eliminated

By The Commodore

Aug

21

USS Kentucky Featured on Modern Marvels

By The Commodore

Jul

27

Louisville, Ky – USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) was featured during a segment of the History Channel’s “Modern Marvel’s.” The episode entitled “Mega Meals” originally aired 25 March 2010.

Photos from USS Louisville

By The Commodore

Jul

24

WESTPAC – USS Louisville (SSN 724) is currently on deployment to the Western Pacific.

USS Louisville (SSN 724)

USS Louisville (SSN 724)

USS Louisville (SSN 724)

USS Louisville (SSN 724)

USS Nevada Celebrates a Crew Split, Assumption of Command Ceremony

By The Commodore

Jul

18

Courtesy Navy NewsStand. (note: Cmdr. Schrader was a USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Blue) XO)

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gretchen M. Albrecht, Commander Submarine Group 9 Public Affairs

BANGOR, Wash. (NNS) — Family, friends, special guests and the officers and Sailors of USS Nevada (SSBN 733) witnessed a crew split and assumption of command ceremony at Marginal Pier at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., July 12.

Cmdr. Peter Hudson assumed command of Nevada (Gold) and Cmdr. Edward Schrader assumed command of Nevada (Blue). Continued…

Service Members Participate in Local School Awards Ceremony

By The Commodore

Jun

22

Courtesy Navy NewsStand.

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maebel Ysog Tinoko, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Det. Northwest

POULSBO, Wash. (NNS) — Sailors assigned to USS Kentucky (Blue) (SSBN 737) attended a Personal Excellence through Cooperative Education (PECE) awards ceremony held at Vinland Elementary School in Poulsbo, Wash., June 18.

Command Master Chief (SS) Bill Mast, chief of the boat and Chief Machinist’s Mate (SS) Jeremy Shaw, leading chief petty officer of Auxillary Division, were special guests at the ceremony and gave two top students a ‘Sailing into the Future’ award. Continued…

Congratulations USS Kentucky!

By The Commodore

Jun

2

Courtesy Submarine Group 9

Offutt AFB, Neb. – Gen. Kevin P. Chilton, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, recently announced the four 2009 Omaha Trophy winners, an honor awarded annually to military units demonstrating the highest performance standards in USSTRATCOM mission areas. The winners are:

Global Operations Trophy: 67th Network Warfare Wing, Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Trophy: 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Great Falls, Mont.
Submarine Ballistic Missile Trophy: USS KENTUCKY (SSBN 737), Naval Submarine Base, Bangor, Wa.
Strategic Aircraft Operations Trophy: 55th Wing, Offutt, Air Force Base, Neb. Continued…

USS Kentucky Sailor of the Quarter Honored by Rotary Club of Silverdale

By The Commodore

May

15

Silverdale, WA – USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Gold) sailor of the quarter Petty Officer 1st Class (SS) Jared Keener was recognized by the Rotary Club of Silverdale.

USS Louisville Welcomes Royal Thai Navy

By The Commodore

May

11

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YOKOSUKA, Japan â Royal Thai Navy officers from HTMS Chao Phraya tour the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.Commanding Officer of USS Louisville, explains submarine operations and maneuvers to the Thai officers. The frigate Chao Phraya and submarine Louisville were both visiting Japan for a routine port call. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Smith)

Command Leadership School Hosts Highlights in Leadership in Kitsap County

By The Commodore

May

10

Courtesy news.navy.mil.

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (AW) Maebel Tinoko, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Det. Northwest

BREMERTON, Wash. (NNS) — Command Leadership School (CLS) Newport, R.I., sponsored a one day seminar titled “Highlights in Leadership” held at the Jackson Park Community Center and at the Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Bangor Fleet and Family Support Center May 6. Continued…

USS Kentucky’s Blue Crew Makes a May Visit to the Commonwealth

By The Commodore

May

6

Mrs. Biehle's 4th Grade Class at Worthington Elementary School

Mrs. Biehle's 4th Grade Class at Worthington Elementary School

Louisville, KY – Seven sailors from USS Kentucky’s (SSBN 737) Blue Crew visited the boat’s namesake commonwealth for the Kentucky Derby 1-6 May, 2010. Commanding officer Cmdr. Eduardo Fernandez was joined by Lt.j.g. Richard L. Sanford, Lt.j.g. Hunter Barns, Senior Chief Petty Officer (SS) Thomas A. Daly, Senior Chief Petty Officer (SS) Jonathan E. Calloway, Petty Officer 1st Class (SS) Brian P. Harper, and Petty Officer 2nd Class (SS) Ricky R. Garcia for a broad-ranging visit across Kentucky.

During the week, the crew members visited a number of businesses, attended the Kentucky Derby, made presentations to several NJROTC units, met with faculty and administrators at University of Kentucky, enjoyed the local hospitality, and of course made time to visit their adopted school, Worthington Elementary School.

USS Kentucky Visits Worthington Elementary School

By The Commodore

May

6

USS Kentucky Throws Out First Pitch at Applebee’s Park

By The Commodore

May

5

USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Blue) to Visit Namesake for Derby

By The Commodore

Apr

30

WHAT: From Saturday, May 1, through Wednesday, May 5, seven members of the Trident submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Blue) will be visiting their “namesake” commonwealth to strengthen ties with the community. During their stay, they will be available for interviews and speaking engagements upon request and scheduling. Continued…

USS Louisville Departs for Western Pacific Deployment

By The Commodore

Apr

29

Courtesy Navy NewsStand.

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge, Commander Submarine Force Public Affairs

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (NNS) — Los Angeles-class submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) departed Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region to complete several missions in support of national defense April 26. Continued…

USS Kentucky Change of Command

By The Commodore

Feb

22

USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Gold) Change of Command

Naval Base Kistap-Bangor, WA - Cmdr. Joseph Nosse formally relieves Cmdr. Ben Pearson III as commanding officer of USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Gold), February 19, 2010. This photo may not be re-used.

Courtesy Navy NewsStand.

By Lt. Kellie Randall, Commander, Submarine Group 9 Public Affairs

BANGOR, Wash. (NNS) — USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (GOLD) held a change of command ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap, Feb. 19.

Cmdr. Benjamin Pearson was relieved as the commanding officer of Kentucky by Cmdr. Joseph Noose.

With the traditional reading of orders and a heartfelt goodbye to the Sailors he commanded, Pearson turned over his boat and crew.

While under Pearson’s command, Kentucky was awarded the Battle Efficiency Award (Battle “E”) from Commander, Submarine Squadron 17. They were chosen above 6 other squadron boats. Continued…

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