Into the Fire:
A Season of Navy Football,
Fortitude and Faith
The 2007 college football season was an historic one for the Midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy.
Recounted through the eyes and the reflections of the team chaplain, Into the Fire is a reminder that at Navy, football is about something a lot bigger than football.
“John Owen has told more than a story about athletics. At its heart, the book is about young military men competing in college football while preparing to become commissioned leaders in the Navy and Marine Corps. It is a stimulating read.”
Roger Staubach,
USNA Class of ‘64
Heisman Trophy winner,
Super Bowl MVP.
"As a huge Navy fan, I was fortunate to see eleven of the thirteen games that are part of this book. It is inspiring to learn the truths that Chaplain Owen shared with the team prior to each game. The lessons are universal and useful for all walks of life. What a great read!"
Honorable John H. Dalton,
former Secretary of the Navy
“Chaplain John Owen’s little book is more than about Navy football and athletic competition. It’s also about how you lead your life and how good teams work together. What a meaningful read!”
Major General Terry Murray,
USMC (Ret.)
“Chaplain John Owen’s little book is more than about Navy football and athletic competition. It’s also about how you lead your life and how good teams work together. What a meaningful read!”
Major General Terry Murray,
USMC (Ret.)
