USS Ramage DDG61

17/09/2025

⭐️⚓️ USS RAMAGE FY-26 Chief Petty Officer Pinning! ⚓️⭐️

Yesterday we had the privilege of pinning our newly selected Chief Petty Officers! This achievement is a testament to their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to the Navy's Core Values. Because of their leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our mission and our people, our newest Chiefs join the most exclusive membership in the Navy, the Chief's Mess. Please congratulate and welcome our newest Chief Petty Officers!

CTRC Storer
CTTC Larson
OSC Plewinski
EMC Carey
EMC Finlay

We are incredibly proud of them as this does not mark the end of their journey but only the beginning of a new chapter. Keep pushing shipmates! Par Excellence!

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport

04/09/2025

⭐️⚾️ RAMAGE Night at the Park! ⚾️⭐️

On Friday, the First Class Petty Officer Association organized a night at the Jumbo Shrimp minor league baseball game. The association coordinated tickets and refreshments for the crew to enjoy a night of good baseball while spending time outside of work with their shipmates. Keep up the great work team!

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport

06/08/2025

⚓️ 🌟 CPO SELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT!! 🌟 ⚓️

Today, marks one of the most significant milestones in a Sailor’s career—the results for Chief Petty Officer. This achievement reflects their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to the Navy's core values. These Sailors have been selected because of their leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our mission and our people. Wearing anchors is more than a promotion—it is a lifelong pledge to lead, to mentor, and to uphold the standard of excellence for our Navy and its Sailors.

To those who were not selected this time, your hard work, your leadership, and your impact on this command are not defined by today’s results. You are vital to RAMAGE’s success, and this moment does not mark the end of your journey—it fuels the next step in it. Keep pushing, keep leading, and your time will come.

The following Sailors were selected to Chief Petty Officer:
EM1 Carey
EM1 Finlay
OS1 Plewinski
CTT1 Larson

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
U.S. Navy
Naval Station Mayport

31/07/2025

🦈🏈Jacksonville Sharks Military Appreciation Game! 🏈🦈

On July 26th the Jacksonville Sharks hosted a Military Appreciation Day Game. Head Coach Gibson continued to support our RAMAGE Sailors with the opportunity to be in the locker room with the team before the game and run out of the tunnel onto the field with the team! We are beyond grateful to have such a strong bond with the local community since arriving to Mayport.

RAMAGE continues to thrive and excel in all areas on the warship while giving back to the community we serve.

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport

30/07/2025

24/07/2025

Tuesday, we proudly celebrated the 30th anniversary of the commissioning of USS RAMAGE — marking three decades of warfighting excellence inspired by the courage and leadership of our namesake, Vice Admiral Lawson P. “Red” Ramage.
Vice Admiral Ramage’s legacy of fearless command and decisive action continues to shape our crew today.

His example set the standard for bold leadership and a life dedicated to excellence.

A heartfelt thank you to Captain Anthony James Deputy Commodore of COMNAVSURFGRU SE, former Commanding Officers Captain James Dick (Ret.) and Captain Dave Stoner, and our talented performer and Navy Veteran Patrick Winningham. Your words and presence made this milestone truly special, honoring both our history and our future.

To Team RAMAGE — your dedication does not go unnoticed. Thank you, and thank you to your families, for the continued support and commitment to our mission.

Par Excellence.

U.S. Navy
U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport
Navy Region Southeast

12/07/2025

On Friday, our Sailors crushed the 8010 validation exercise—proving again that readiness is built on grit, focus, and relentless training. The 8010 is more than just a drill. It’s an orchestra between multiple parties and our collective ability to respond to a major fire while in the shipyard industrial environment. We couldn’t be prouder of the hard work, discipline, and teamwork this crew put in to get the job done. 🔥

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport

09/07/2025

⚓️Congratulations to BMCM Jerid O’Brien on his re-enlistment for three more years of dedicated service to the U.S. Navy!

🌊 There’s nothing quite like witnessing an Ohio native reaffirm his commitment with right hand raised proud, standing in the rising tide of the Atlantic Ocean at Naval Station Mayport.

🎉 A memorable moment for an exceptional Sailor—and an extraordinary family!

BZ, Master Chief!
Par Excellence!

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast

02/07/2025

Last Friday, USS RAMAGE proudly recognized the hard work and dedication of our Sailors during an all hands call.
Congratulations to the following Sailors for earning their Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) qualification:
• BM2 McGuffey
• RS3 Harvey
• FCA2 Castillo
• FC2 Goodlow
• IT2 Manzanarez
We also celebrated our newly advanced Sailors from E-4 to E-5:
• CTT2 Sylvester
• GSM2 Ramos

A special shout-out to EM2 Sodoso for becoming a United States Citizen! We thank him for his dedication to this country and the Navy !

We additionally recognized all our hardworking Sailors for their exceptional performance and their commitment to excellence that strengthens our team and keeps RAMAGE a combat-credible warship, ready to answer the call.

U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Surface Warriors
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport

16/06/2025

This past Friday, the USS RAMAGE crew gathered for our annual Command Picnic—a meaningful opportunity to celebrate camaraderie, family, and the unwavering support that sustains our mission.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all who contributed to the planning and ex*****on of the event. Your efforts helped create a memorable day for our Sailors and their loved ones.

Thank you to the entire RAMAGE Team for your continued professionalism, resilience, and dedication to excellence—both on and off the warship.



U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic
Naval Surface Group Southeast
Naval Station Mayport
MWR Mayport
Surface Warriors

06/06/2025

Today, USS RAMAGE had the privilege of visiting the Peruvian Navy’s sail training vessel, BAP Unión. As the largest sailing ship in Latin America and a proud symbol of Peru’s naval heritage, BAP Unión plays a vital role in training cadets and fostering global maritime partnerships. Our visit served as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen ties and promote cooperation between our two navies.

We also had the distinct honor of celebrating the promotion of Lieutenant Dylan McLean, Lieutenant Denisse Ramirez, and Lieutenant William Kane. These officers have consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to excellence in the ex*****on of their duties aboard USS RAMAGE.

Their promotion to Lieutenant is a milestone that reflects not only their individual achievements, but the trust and confidence placed in them by the United States Navy. We are proud to serve alongside these exceptional leaders and look forward to their continued success in the fleet.

Congratulations, Lieutenants. Your RAMAGE family celebrates with you.