The Goat Locker
A home for United States Navy Chief Petty Officers — active duty, retired, and selectees — since 1993.
Enter the Chiefs' MessThe Chief Petty Officer Anchor Device — A Century of History
Behind that door is the Goat Locker. All non-Chief Petty Officers — make sure to remove your cover and knock before entering. You'll find CPO history and traditions, a 100,000-entry searchable database of Chiefs' contact information, retirement resources, ship photos, and much more.
This website is not a business of any kind. It's a gift back to the CPO community, founded in 1993 by MMCM(SS) Greg Peterman USN Ret. and maintained today by FCCS(SW/AW) Brian Brennan USN Ret.
News & Updates
Selection Board Results
Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief Petty Officer selection board results for FY 2027 and previous years are now posted.
View board results →National CPO Association
The CPOA unites active, retired, and honorary Navy Chiefs in fellowship, mentorship, and advocacy. Founded by Chiefs, for Chiefs.
About the NCPOA →Sign the Deck Log
The FY 2027 CPO Selectee Deck Log is open. Submit your entry online — entries are reviewed before posting and appear within a day or two.
Sign the Deck Log →CPO News
- FY 2027 and previous years' Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief Selection Board results.
- Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina now offer CPO organizational license plates for vehicles.
- The CPO Scholarship Fund is accepting applications — visit cposf.org for details.