Travis Manion and former Navy lacrosse standout Brendan Looney were roommates at the naval academy and became as close as brothers. One became a Marine stationed in Iraq, the other, a Navy Seal in Afghanistan. Both have died and were laid to rest side-by-side in Arlington's National Cemetery.
We've included both clips. The former is NBC's version with an introduction by Brian Williams.
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[…] are three of the very few to ever be admitted to the United States Naval Academy. Sadly, we lost Brendan Looney almost two years ago.Lacrosse is a sport that has produced successful BUD/S candidates. The skill […]
[…] Off the top of my head, I can name five DeMatha graduates who currently serve as Navy SEALS: Brendan Looney(KIA), Stephen Looney, Billy Looney, Will Jones, and Steve Clagett. Btdubs, all five of them were […]
I knew brendan’s cousins. He came and helped out with my school’s lacrosse team. He and his family will be in my prayers.