A crane hoists scaffolding to the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for the Navy-Marine Corps Classic basketball game.

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (Nov. 03, 2012) A crane hoists scaffolding to the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for the Navy-Marine Corps Classic basketball game scheduled for Nov. 9 between the University of Florida and Georgetown University at Naval Station Mayport. The Navy-Marine Corps Classic is hosted by the city of Jacksonville which, along with its surrounding communities, has a long tradition of supporting Sailors and Marines. The game honors veterans, active and reserve service members, and military families. America's away team, the Navy and Marine Corps are reliable, flexible, and ready to respond worldwide on, above and below the sea as well as ashore. Join the conversation in social media using #BBallOnDeck. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Rob Aylward) File# 121103-N-PW661-007