<p>24Sep07 - More than 300 Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) arrived in Annapolis, Sept. 13, ahead of First Class Parents' weekend at the Naval Academy. </p>
<p>"Monterey feels privileged to be here during First Class Parents' weekend," said Monterey Commanding Of-ficer Capt. Robert Oldani. "I am pleased that Monterey was given the opportunity to visit a town with such a rich historical and naval heritage."</p>
<p>"Visiting Annapolis provides a great service to the Naval Academy, and Monterey's Sailors," Oldani stated. "Our Sailors are excited to show Academy midshipmen, and their parents, the missions and capabilities of our warship, and also welcome the opportunity to visit and learn about the Naval Academy."</p>
<p>While ashore, Monterey Sailors will participate in a variety of activities, including an Academy football game.</p>
<p>Monterey Gunnery Officer Lt. j.g. Lavaughn Kelley played football while attending the Naval Academy and later coached for the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) team.</p>
<p>"Its good to be back," said Kelley. "I am excited to see some of the players I coached at NAPS starting at the varsity level."</p>
<p>For many of Monterey's Sailors, this is their first time in Annapolis.</p>
<p>"I am very excited to be here right now," said Seaman Denise Auryansen. "While I have been privileged to visit many foreign ports since I joined the Navy, it's nice to be able to visit amazing cities like this within the United States."</p>
<p>Monterey commissioned in 1990 and is homeported in Norfolk.</p>
<p>For more news from Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet, visit <a href="http://www.news.navy.mil/local/c2f/%5B/url%5D">www.news.navy.mil/local/c2f/</a>.</p>
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September 21, 2007 Friday 11:12 PM EST</p>