St. Aloysius
Brother Martin
Cor Jesu
CENTURY II Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association of New Orleans Magazine Volume 48 NO. 1
August 2021
2021 GRADUATION
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Message from the President “If I have done any good in my life, it is because God used me as His instrument.” Brother Martin Hernandez, S.C. With humility typical of him, Brother Martin Hernandez summarized his life’s service with this simple yet profound statement. He would be so proud of his namesake school today and indeed pleased with the work of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart and their lay partners in mission meeting the needs of a changing world. He would certainly witness the spirit and legacy of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in action every day. As we look forward to the 2021-2022 school year, we smile with the excitement of a “new start,” a new beginning of the ways we can all be “God’s instruments” to each other and to live our Gospel values. In doing so, we wholeheartedly trust in the charism of Father Andre Coindre, the humility of Brother Martin Hernandez, S.C., and the educational tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. The year 2021 brings a significant milestone for the worldwide institution of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart: it marks their bicentennial, 200 years since the first Brothers took their vows in Lyon, France, in 1821. Having celebrated our 50/150 anniversary at Brother Martin just two years ago, we know especially how proud we are for the important work we have been doing for a long, long
time and how this work has formed men and women of character, faith, and service, not only here in New Orleans, but also around the globe. Our school community will gather to celebrate Foundation Day with a special Liturgy on Thursday, September 30th, the very day those first Brothers of the Sacred Heart made vows to devote their lives to God 200 years ago. This event is a special teachable moment for our Crusaders--a witness to what a love of God and service to the world can do when we let ourselves be God’s instruments here on Earth. We plan to stream this event live via CSPN and hope you can join us virtually as Brother Martin commemorates the Bicentennial of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. Thank you, as always, for your continued prayers and support for Brother Martin High School, the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, and their lay partners in mission. Our next 100 years, here in New Orleans and worldwide, depend on such support and loyalty. Ametur Cor Jesu! Ametur Cor Mariae!
Greg Rando ‘77, President
Message from the Principal Brother Neal Golden, S.C. ’57 CJ, tells a story about Brother Martin Hernandez that, he says, typifies our school’s namesake: “One day, when Coach M.L. Lagarde was coaching basketball at St. Aloysius (before the consolidation of Aloysius and Cor Jesu), he got a phone call from Brother Martin. “ML,” barked Brother Martin into the phone, “I want you to find the dirtiest basketball in the gym and bring it to me here in my office.” When the ball was brought in, Brother Martin handed it to a salesman who was trying to sell the school a cleaning fluid and told him to get the ball clean. After scrubbing for 30 minutes, the salesman told Brother Martin he just could not clean the ball. It was too dirty. Brother Martin replied: “Well, your product does not do what you say it can, so I won’t buy it. Never say you can do something for sure unless you are certain.” On the evening of Senior Ring Mass last August, I shared Brother Neal’s story to challenge our students as they faced a year and a world of uncertainty throughout the school year and into the foreseeable future. I gave that address to the Class of 2021 in the Conlin Gym, the first time we had ever held the Ring Mass in our school’s gym. It would not be the last time we would find ourselves in unfamiliar territory as a school community. I challenged the Senior class to take Brother Martin Hernandez’s advice: “Never say you can do something for sure unless you are certain”. I challenged our young men to be certain! To act with courage and trust. To acknowledge the murkiness of their reality and to use that reality as an 2 Century II
opportunity to leave Brother Martin in better shape for the young men who would eventually follow them. I asked them to imagine what could be possible in their life if they made the decision to acknowledge their reality and then act with compassion, hope, courage, and trust. After 18 months of virtual learning, Zoom meetings and Schoology Conferences, face coverings, social distancing, physical distancing, quarantining, and self-isolation, our reality at Brother Martin High School is abundantly clear. It is one filled with opportunity and hope. Our entire school community, and especially our Senior Class of 2021, recognized the difficulty of their reality and rose to the challenges that lie in their path. The Senior Class molded itself in the likeness of Brother Martin Hernandez. Brother Martin High School is better today because of the conviction and efforts of our most recently graduated senior class. They leave Brother Martin prepared to make a living. Most importantly, they leave prepared to make a life. As you peruse this edition of the Century II, please celebrate the commitment and fortitude of the Brother Martin Class of 2021 as they join us as members of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association. Ametur Cor Jesu! Ametur Cor Mariae!
Ryan J. Gallagher ’00, Principal
2021 Graduation
Brother Martin High School held its 52nd commencement exercises on Friday, May 21, 2021 at UNO Lakefront Arena honoring the Class of 2021. The commencement celebrated 152 years of the presence of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans and their mission of educational excellence. President Greg Rando ’77 and Principal Ryan Gallagher ’00 conferred diplomas to 206 graduates. The valedictorians include Matthew P. Armbruster, Patrick H. Carter, Sean Michael Cursain, Jr., Francis M. DiSalvo, Benjamin M. Erdozain, and Camilo J. Fernandez Bellorin. Graduating with honors include Peter F. Baier, Joshua D. Brien, Ali Cavdar, Tyler P. Damaré, Evan R. DeCastro, Anthony M. DiLorenzo, John F. DiMaggio, Jr., Logan P. Farrell, Michael T. Lacourrege, Jacob L. Mandella, Nicolas C. Milano, Cody M. Natividad, Leonardo H. Nuila, Jared J. Pelegrin, Matthew T. Pelman, Jack W. Robinson, Jacob M. Rogers, Nate H. Russell, Gary J. Sandrock III, Joseph W. Schmidt, Chase A. Scott, Evan J. Walker, and Jay H. Weigel.
Graduates include Tyler D. Adams, Ahmed N. Al-Fozan, Jaime E. Alvarado, Jason L. Arena, Johnathan V. Authement, Laden J. Batson, Connor F. Baudry, Blake N. Becnel, Jordan E. Benjamin, Michael J. Berrigan, Brayden J. Bertucci, Collin P. Blackwell, Matthew M. Blanchard, Ethan A. Blow, Garrett D. Bonura, Chandler P. Bonvillian, George E. Bordenave III, Riley P. Boudreaux, Brandon C. Bourg, Adam M. Bourgeois, Benjamin M. Bourgeois, Logan E. Bourgeois, John P. Braham, Mason E. Brannon, Blake A. Bridevaux, Dexter A. Brooks, Avery G. Broussard IV, Kobe J. Brown, Brenden A. Buras, Saul A. Canizales, Jeremy M. Cannon, Jonathan A. Carias, Andrew J. Carlini, Cameron J. Cassara, Ethan M. Castex, Owen A. Catalanotto, Noah B. Chachere, Cole P. Chauvin, William Confident, Chase L. Cookmeyer, Dominic R. Cortello, Benjamin T. Corvers, Connor S. Couret, Collin C. Crews, Collin A. Cruz, Cameron M. Cummings, Artemios P. Dagoglou, Aiden M. Damario, Jacob T. Dantin, Yasin S. Darwish, Jake F. Dean, Byron J. Dédé, Mark P. Delahoussaye, Grant R. Delord, Dennis J. Dillenkoffer, Jr., Cameron C. Donewar, Austin E. Engel, Cody L. Estrade, William
D. Flores, Blake R. Folse, Jake A. Fraino, Cody J. Frugé, Matthew P. Galloway, Arturo E. Garcia, Victor D. Garcia, Eric R. Gardebled, Colin N. Gardner, Drew M. Gardner, Nicholas W. Gaudet, Tyler J. Gelvin, Kyle M. Gleason, Dwayne C. Gref, Ryan J. Grob, Joseph M. Grossimon, Aiden C. Haab, Benard J. Harris, Mark R. Hastings, Austin R. Hebert, Grant R. Hebert, Rex J. Hernandez, Owen C. Hirling, Eli M. Hope, Andre A. Hoyuela, Gianni I. Huerta, Spencer B. Hyde, Chase J. Hymel, Ethan K. Jeanes, Tyler N. Johnson, Samuel L. Jordan, Hugh M. Kavanagh, Mayson C. Keene, Wesley D. Kelly, Kaleb S. Kenney, Carter A. Kerrigan, Jacob E. Kinberger, Nickolas B. Knecht, Matthew A. Labbé, Gregory A. Lambiet, Ryan J. Laurent, Jack A. LaVenia, Luke A. Lemmon, Nicholas W. Lemoine, Patrick M. Leonard, Christopher M. Lindner, Andrew D. Lion, Nicholas R. Locascio, Raymond Lubrano III, Cole A. Maher, Warren J. Martin III, Darren J. Martino, Thomas C. McIntyre-Day, Frank O. McKevitt IV, Gordon C. Mese, Bryce C. Mipro, Tareq M. Mitwali, Richard D. Molenaar, Brennan P. Molero, Kody A. Morris, Jordan M. Munoz, Maxwell C. Munoz, Daniel J. Nail, Anh Duy M. Nguyen, Christian N. Nguyen, Liam M.
Special Awards Sean Michael Cursain, Jr. – American History Award Colin Gardner – Anthony Dominici ’88 Art Award Owen Catalanotto, Vance Vaucresson II – Benjamin Kuylen ’98 Choral Music Award Michael Zuppardo – Computer Science Award John Pelegrin – English Award Damiern White, Jr. – Emile “Chubby” Marks ’54 Health and Physical Education Award John Stewart – A.F. Laborde Journalism Award
Jason Arena – Library Award Benjamin Erdozain – Mathematics Award Mark Hastings – George J. Mordica, Sr. & George J. Mordica, Jr. ’67 SA Music Award Nicholas Lemoine – Patrick Casey Manale ’82 Naval Science Award Christian Nguyen – Herman J. Prager, Sr. Religion Award Matthew Armbruster – Catherine D. Mordica Medical Award
Camilo Fernandez Bellorin – Dr. Louis A. Caboche Pre-Medical Award Camilo Fernandez Bellorin – Science Award Francis DiSalvo – World Languages Award Matthew Galloway – Youth Citizenship Award Benjamin Erdozain – Christian Leadership Award Liam O’Connor – American Legion Award Matthew Armbruster – James B. Branton Award Sean Michael Cursain, Jr. – Richard E. Lambert Award Century II 3
Class of 2021 O’Connor, Jacob D. Palmisano, John W. Pastor III, Royce E. Paul, Merritt J. Pecoraro, Eric N. Perdomo, Miles A. Perez, Blake A. Peters, Tyler Z. Quinn, Brock J. Ranlett, Humberto Regalado-Hernandez, Vide M. Reyes III, John J. Rink, Chad S. Robert, Jr., Andres F. Rodriguez, Dylan A. Rodriguez, Andrew C. Romano, Ryan J. Rouege, Logan M. Roux, Christopher
W. Russell, Gavin W. Ruth, Jacob H. Schmidt, Alexander L. Schomaker, Cooper A. Schultz, Jose E. Selva III, Cameron P. Senior, Carson J. Sheehan, Raphael Q. Skrmetta III, Jaylon A. Spears, John M. Stewart, Alfred H. Talabi, Dylan J. Taylor, Jacob S. Terrell, Harris A. Theriot, Mason J. Toregano, Isaiah M. Torregano, John H. Tracy, Hayden L. Tubbs, Sam
A. Vallejos, Vance A. Vaucresson II, Tyler T. Velino, Jeffrey M. Viosca, Jr., Umaiz Wahid, Marshall J. Webre IV, Brady T. Wheeler, Damiern W. White, Jr., Ian C. White, Eric J. Wickboldt III, Blake R. Williams, Quinn P. Williams, Hunter C. Winfrey, Preston C. Wren, Yousef Zaini, and Michael V. Zuppardo.
Graduation Mass Members of the Class of 2021 gathered for the 2021 Graduation Mass at St. Joseph Church in midMay. Brother Martin Chaplain, Fr. Paul Hart ’70, was the Celebrant, and President Greg Rando ’77 provided a reflection for our seniors.
Leadership
2021 Golden Crusaders (standing) Francis DiSalvo, Raphael Skrmetta III, Liam O’Connor, Peter Baier, Matthew Armbruster, Patrick Carter, Benjamin Erdozain (seated) Gary Sandrock III, William Flores, Chander Bonvillian, Dexter Brooks, Spencer Hyde, Sean Michael Cursain, Jr.
2021 Crimson Shields (standing) Camilo Bellorin, Jaylon Spears, Jared Pelegrin, Nicholas Lemoine (seated) Quinn Williams, Anthony DiLorenzo, Collin Blackwell, Ethan Jeanes
Senior Last Day The Class of 2021 celebrated their final day on campus in late April. The day began with breakfast in the Benson Mall, then our seniors filled the Conlin Gym for a final grade level liturgy by
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Fr. Paul Hart ’70, Chaplain. Following Mass, Mark Raymond ’05 gave an inspiring keynote address. Next, classmates enjoyed a “field day” in the Backyard and on Farley Field. The Culinary
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Crusaders grilled their famous “Smoked Sausage Sliders” with crimson and gold sauce. Lastly, the Advancement and Alumni Office hosted the traditional steak lunch for our seniors.
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Campus News Academics
National Merit Commended Semifinalists Two members of the Class of 2021 were commended for their academic achievements by the National Merit Scholarship Program. Those commended students include: Jacob Rogers ’21 and Evan Walker ’21.
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Six members of the Class of 2021 were honored as National Merit Finalists. The following students have been recognized for their Academic Excellence and achievements with their PSAT exam: Matthew Armbruster ’21, Patrick Carter ’21, Sean Michael Cursain ’21, Francis DiSalvo ’21, Camilo Fernandez-Bellorin ’21, and Jared Pelegrin ’21.
For more details on Campus News, please visit brothermartin.com.
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The New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation (NOHHF) awards one-year scholarships to help individual Hispanic students who have financial need and a strong academic record. The following six Crusaders recieved this scholarship: Saul Canizales ’21, Andre Hoyuela ’21, Gabriel Merida ’23, Andrew Taulli ’24, Peter Taulli ’24, and Logan White ’22.
Champions Bowling – State Champions
The Crusader Bowlers won an unprecedented fifth State Championship. After defeating top-seeded Catholic High in the semifinals, the Crusaders dominated Central 21½-5½ in the championship match to claim their fifth crown, all since 2015, becoming the first boys or girls bowling program to claim five titles since the LHSAA began sponsoring bowling in 2005. Drew Gardner ’21, Andre Hoyuela ’21, and Carson Colletti ’22 led the Crusaders through their run. Coach Bruce Himbert ’78 directed our team to a state-leading 1,181 team average in the regular season and had to defeat the other three teams with averages above 1,100 – Jesuit, Catholic, and Central – en route to the title. Drew Gardner ’21 was named the Bowling District 1 Co-MVP. Seven Crusader Bowlers were named to the 2021 All-District Bowling 1st and 2nd teams.
Rugby – State Champions
The Crusader Rugby Team won the State Championship defeating St. Paul’s 33-19 in the finals. Jacob Schmidt ’21 was named Man of the Match for Brother Martin. Crusader Rugby players named to the 2021 All-State Rugby Team and All-State Rugby 2nd Team: All-State Rugby Team: Brandon Bourg ’21, Artie Dogaglou ’21, Aiden Haab ’21, John Rink ’21, Jacob Schmidt ’21, Hayden Tubbs ’21, and Sam Vallejos ’21 All-State 2nd Team: Johnathan Authement ’21, Andre Cook ’22, Dylan Cook ’22, Andrew Lindstrom ’22 Cheer – National Champions Brother Martin Cheerleading won first place in the medium varsity co-ed division at the Magnolia Competition in Jackson, Mississippi in early December. In February, the Cheerleading team won the National Championship title in the Medium Varsity Co-ed division, which makes it back-to-back titles for our squad.
Cheer Reunion will be Friday, October 15 at Homecoming. Century II 5
Campus News LSU Video Lecture AP US History and Honors/Dual Enrollment US History students welcomed Dr. Jonathan Earle, Dean of the Ogden Honors College at LSU and antebellum historian, for a videoconference lecture entitled “History and Memory.” Leona Tate Addresses Art Students Crusader art students welcomed Leona Tate to Brother Martin as part of their “Portraits of Social Justice” project carried out by student-artists and faculty members, including Don Guidry and photographer Gus Bennett.
Students
Sanborn Livingston Meyer Landin Sanborn ’22 earned a perfect score on the ACT standardized test. William Livingston ’25 won the 2021 Brother Martin Geo Bee. Seth Meyer ’25 won the 2020 “Keep Christ in Christmas” poem contest sponsored by the Council of Catholic School Cooperative Clubs. Race Skrmetta III ’21, son of Debbie and Eric ’76, has completed all degrees one through three in the Knights of Columbus, Marquette Council 1437 and completed the highest degree in the Knights of Columbus, 4th, in the Bienville Assembly 314.
Campus Class of 2025 Day of Reflection
The Class of 2025 participated in a Day of Reflection in January. The 8th graders connected as a class and learned more in depth about our mission as a Brothers of the Sacred Heart school.
Liturgies
Brother Martin celebrated the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with a school-wide liturgy livestreamed on cspn.live in December in the Branton Chapel with our school chaplain, Fr. Paul Hart ’70 as celebrant. Our school community celebrated All Souls Day with a Liturgy in November. Commemoration of the Faithful Departed liturgy through a live broadcast from the Conlin Gymnasium. Our celebrant was Fr. Paul Hart ’70. At the conclusion of Mass, our 2020 Alumnus of the Year, Don Garvey ’50, addressed the student body through a pre-recorded video. Faculty and students gathered in prayer for our annual Easter Liturgy. School Chaplain, Fr. Paul Hart ’70, celebrated the virtual Mass from the Branton Chapel. Black & Gold Crusaders The New Orleans Saints donated gameday masks to celebrate Black and Gold Friday at Brother Martin in preparation for the Saints playoff games in January. Coach Barry Hebert ’74 kept the spirit alive around the John Gelpi Jr. ’52 Bookstore. Children’s Hospital Toy Drive
NJROTC students and Student Ministers typically sponsor the collection of toys for the annual Children’s Hospital Toy Drive. St. Joseph’s Mass Members of the Brother Martin community gathered for Mass in celebration of St. Joseph’s Day. Msgr. Andrew Taormina ’54 celebrated the Mass which was dedicated to Robert Iovenitti, son of Elio and Elvira, and brother of Ugo Iovenitti ’84 and Laurie Fulham (Mike ’87). After Mass, the group moved to the school lobby for a special blessing of the St. Joseph statue. 2nd Quarter Senior Lunch In early December, the Class of 2021 enjoyed their Senior Lunch sponsored by the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association of New Orleans. Seniors were served chicken, pasta, vegetable, and rolls from Spitale’s and Brent Spitale ’09.
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Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association hosted a crawfish boil in the Backyard for the Class of 2021. Carlo Clesi ‘95 and James Clesi ’98, Clesi’s Seafood, provided delicious crawfish, and Gavin Labourdette ’10, Happy Italian Pizzeria, provided cheese pizzas. Faculty and staff assisted with check-in, and Kenny Spellman ’84 encouraged the seniors to remain focused on their goals and to finish strong. May Crowning The Ladies of the Shield sponsored the May Crowning of Our Lady. Fr. Paul Hart ’70 celebrated Mass followed by a devotional and inspirational ceremony around the Blessed Mother statue in the backyard.
Admissions Brother Martin High School hosted our annual Open House in early December. More than 350 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade prospective students and their families visited campus. To learn more about the Admissions process or general information, visit the Admissions page on the Brother Martin website, or call the Assistant Principal for Admissions, Carlos Bogran III ’99, in the Admissions Office at 504-283-1561 (ext. 3022) or email cbogran@brothermartin.com.
Athletics
Three members of the Class of 2021 made their commitment to play at the collegiate level. Chandler Bonvillian ’21 - Lacrosse - Lees McRae College Adam Bourgeois ’21 - Football - Texas Wesleyan University Jaylon Spears ’21 - Football - Nicholls State University
Baseball Convocation Captains’ Award - Ben Harris ‘21, Tyler Johnson ‘21, Tyler Velino ‘21 Gold Glove - Tyler Velino ‘21 Outstanding Hitter - Cameron Senior ‘21 Outstanding Pitchers - Alex Laiche ‘22 Coaches’ Award - Mayson Keene ‘21, Colin Roussel ‘22 MVP - Cameron Senior ‘21 David Voiron Memorial Award - Connor Couret ‘21
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Alex Laiche ’23 and Cameron Senior ’21 were named to the All-Metro Team. Alex, the 9-5A reliever of the year, went 6-2 with three saves, a 2.30 ERA over 462/3 innings in 13 appearances. Cameron hit .449 with five home runs, 40 RBIs, and 35 runs.
Basketball Grant DeLord ’21 joined the elite 1,000 point club of Brother Martin basketball. Beach Volleyball The Crusader Beach Volleyball Team claimed the 2021 league championship title of the Interscholastic Beach Volleyball League. The Crusaders swept through the playoffs by defeating Haynes Academy in the semi-finals and then defeating Jesuit in the finals.
2021 Cross Country Schedule Sept. 4 Mobile Challenge of Champions – Langan Park, Mobile, AL Sept. 4 Country Day Cajun Classic City Park – New Orleans, LA Sept. 11 Episcopal Round Table Run Highland Park – Baton Rouge, LA Sept. 18 Dr. Richard Morvant Invite (E. D. White) – Peltier Park, Thibodaux, LA Sept. 18 Holy Cross/Dominican Invitational City Park – New Orleans, LA Sept. 25 Frank Horton Invite Shelby Farms Park – Memphis, TN Sept. 25 Mount Carmel Cub Run City Park – New Orleans, LA Oct. 2 St. Joseph’s Invitational Highland Park – Baton Rouge, LA Oct. 9 Catholic High Invitational Highland Park – Baton Rouge, LA Oct. 9 Carver Invitational City Park – New Orleans, LA Oct. 15 Randy Zell Cross Country Invitational (JH/MS) – City Park, New Orleans, LA Oct. 16 Randy Zell Cross Country Invitational (Newman) – City Park, New Orleans, LA Oct. 16 Florida State Invite Apalachee Regional Park – Tallahassee, FL Oct. 22 Crusader Harrier Invite* City Park – New Orleans, LA Oct. 23 Jack Schommer Invitational* City Park – New Orleans, LA Oct. 28 District 9-5A Championships (V) City Park – New Orleans, LA Oct. 30 JH/JV Metro Championships* City Park – New Orleans, LA Nov. 5 Region 3-5A Championships (V)* City Park – New Orleans, LA Nov. 16 5A State Championships (V) Northwestern State University – Natchitoches, LA Century II 7
Campus News Cross-Country Regional Champions
Soccer
Brooks The 2020 Crusaders won the Randy Zell Cross Country Invitational, the Jack Schommer Invitational, and captured the Region 3-5A Championship. The team placed 3rd at the 5A State Championships.
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Dexter Brooks ’21 and Ali Cavdar ’21 were selected to the 2021 All-Star team. In addition to Dexter and Ali, Coach Stephen McAnespie was selected as one of the coaches for the all-star game played in late February.
Tennis District Champions
Gary Sandrock ’21 was named to the 2020-2021 LHSAA All-State Honors Cross Country Team. Gary finished 7th in the 5A race with a time of 15:50 for three miles. Football DISTRICT 9-5A CHAMPIONS The Crusader Football team finished an undefeated regular season as District 9-5A Champions and advanced to the LHSAA State Semi-finals. Football Honors Logan Farrell ’21 TE-WR – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV Arturo Garcia ’21 OL – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV, 2020 LSWA All-State Team Honorable Mention Corey Lambert Jr. ’22 DB/ATH – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV, 2020 LSWA All-State Team Honorable Mention Frank McKevitt ’21 OL – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV, 2020 LSWA All-State Team Honorable Mention Garrett Mmahat ’22 QB – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV, 2020 LSWA All-State Team Honorable Mention Jaylon Spears ’21 RB – LHSAA All-District 9-5A, 2020 All-District Team WWLTV, 2020 LSWA All-State Team Honorable Mention Mark Bonis – LHSAA All-District 9-5A Coach of the Year, Allstate Sugar Bowl’s Friday Night Football Coach of the Year Golf
The Crusader Tennis team won the district championship title for the 3rd consecutive year. The Tennis Team finished as State Runners-up, and Matthew Armbruster ’21 defended his title as Singles State Champion. Matthew was undefeated in Singles competition in his high school career. Earning points at the State Tournament were quarterfinalists Vincent Asaro ’22 and Jude Edwards ’22, and semi-finalist Mark Armbruster ’23. Seniors Jack Robinson ’21 and Evan Walker ’21 finished as State Runners-up in Doubles. Track & Field District Champions
The Crusaders won the District 9-5A team championship. Individual winners were Grant Buquoi ‘22 in Shot Put, Logan Farrell ‘21 in Discus, Evan Starring ‘22 in Javelin, and Torey Lambert ‘23 in 300 meter hurdles. Logan Farrell ’21 and Jayson Montgomery-Scott ’22, two discus throwers, achieved personal-bests at the meet. Brother Martin advanced 16 individuals and all four relays to the regional meet. Wrestling
The Crusader Golf Team placed 3rd in Regionals. Dylan Mayeux ’24 advanced to the 2021 Golf State Tournament as an individual and placed 33rd overall in the state.
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Kyle Traub ’24 has had a busy off-season with a number of strong finishes on the Kelly Gibson Junior Tour and placed high in a number of other local junior events.
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Sean Michael Cursain ’21, John DiMaggio ’21 and Chase Scott ’21 were named to the 2020-2021 LHSAA All-Academic Wrestling Team.
Scott Mason Elsensohn ’22 and Dylan Moser ’22 were named to the 2020-2021 All-Metro Wrestling Team.
Campus News EXTRACURRICULARS
Culinary Crusaders
Band
In light of COVID-19 restrictions, the Crusader Band brought their annual Christmas Concert outdoors to Pan American Stadium. Crusader Bandsmen lined the field and provided a wonderful Christmas lineup for a limited number of friends and family. Crusader Band members Jason Arena ’21, Anthony DiLorenzo ’21, Cameron Eady ’23, Dennis Garay ’22, and Mark Hastings ’21 have been named to the 2021 LMEA All-State Band.
The Culinary Crusaders volunteered at the 2021 Zurich Classic of New Orleans and catered to spectators and golfers. As a sign of gratitude for the Culinary Crusaders’ outstanding volunteerism at the Zurich Classic, Executive Director Jennifer Kelley and Chairwoman Lisa Ramsay of the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation presented a surprise donation to Principal Ryan Gallagher ’00, Moderator Donnie Midkiff, Jr. ’03, and the Culinary Crusaders. Dionysians The Dionysians hosted their annual fundraiser revue, “Music for the Missions.” This year, the event was live-streamed on www.cspn.live. All proceeds benefited the various missions of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, which provide education and ministry to those most in need across the world. NJROTC
In April, the Conlin Gym hosted the annual Crusader Band Spring Concert. Throughout the concert program, Dominick Caronna ‘85 and Christopher Bailey ‘86 recognized several students for their distinct band awards. CSPN The Crusader Streaming & Programming Network (CSPN) communicates the Brother Martin High School story with friends, family, and our community. The goal is to share athletic, extracurricular, and special events on and off campus by live broadcasting to our external guests. The club’s mission is to continuously highlight the students, faculty, and campus culture through social media and broadcasting exposure. We are the “looking glass” into Brother Martin High School. Moderators: Tommy Thibodeaux ’07 and David Browning ’12. CSPN Leadership: Jack Stewart ’21, President, and Gregory Binder ’22, Vice President.
2021 Football Schedule Date Opponent Fri., Aug. 27 De La Salle Fri., Sept. 3 St. Thomas More Fri., Sept. 10 West Monroe Fri., Sept. 17 Ponchatoula Fri., Sept. 24 Jesuit Fri., Oct. 1 St. Augustine Fri., Oct. 8 Rummel Fri., Oct. 15 Shaw (Homecoming) Fri., Oct. 22 Carencro Fri., Oct. 29 Holy Cross Sat., Nov. 6 John Curtis
Location Ponchatoula St. Thomas More West Monroe Ponchatoula Tad Gormley Yulman Yenni Tad Gormley Carencro Tad Gormley Yenni
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In late March, Principal Ryan Gallagher ’00, Cmdr. Bruce Nolan ’90, and Senior Chief Petty Officer Romico Barnes presided over the NJROTC 53rd Annual Change of Command and Awards Ceremony in the Conlin Gym. Following Navy Tradition, Cmdr. Nolan ordered the new leaders to “Relieve the Watch.” Cadet Lt. Cmdr. Avery Broussard ’21 relinquished his position to the incoming Commanding Officer Cadet Lt. Cmdr. Christian Schneller ’22. For the sixth year in a row, the NJROTC Crusader Company earned the Distinguished Unit Award placing Brother Martin as one of the top schools in the five-state area and in the top 30% nationally. This win is the 25th one since the establishment of the top award 35 years ago, and it also represents a trend for 51 years of Bravo Zulu, a recognition from the Area Manager for top performance.
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Anthony Michelli ’84, Joel McMullen ’79, G.T. Michelli ’53, Ron Michelli ’55, and Sean McMullen ’10
Proud sponsors of the 2021 Golf Tournament and 2021 Fishing Rodeo.
CGN Virtual Meeting The Crimson & Gold Network (CGN) hosted a Virtual Meeting in late April. Ryan Bordenave ’94, Retail & Real Estate Manager for the Downtown Development District, Jeff Rossi ’96, Senior Vice President of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, and Jeff Teague ’91, Senior Vice President of Finance & Administration for GNO, Inc., were the guest speakers. The group discussed the current state of the city in their respective areas of expertise as well as hopes for the future.
If you are interested in more information on the Crimson & Gold Network, then please contact the Alumni Office.
Attendees included: Tyler Abadie ’04, Phil Batson ’83, Rory Bellina ’06, Stephen Bergeron ’05, Paul Catalano ’00, Nick Galiano ’96, Christian Generes ’97, Kerry Godbold ’92, Shawn Kelly ’93, Zachary Materne ’01, Steven Mauterer ’92, Frank McCaskell ’81, Tommy Mitchell ’79, David Mount ’78, Johnny Norwood ’97, Bob Oster ’93, Jerrold Rabalais ’00, Robert Reso ’83, Brett Ruppel ’99, Michael Sarver ’83, Steven Savois ’96, Scott Shea ’81, Alan Thriffley ’95, Kevin Tschirn ’00, and Andrew Woodroof ’03
CGN: Oil & Energy Virtual Meeting The Crimson & Gold Network (CGN) hosted an Oil & Energy Virtual Meeting in late February. Pat Stant ’87, President of McDonough Marine Services, opened with remarks on his business and his outlook of the industry. The group discussed the many facets of the oil and energy industry, the current state of the industry, and hopes for the future. The virtual format allowed for great attendance including alumni from across the region.
Attendees included: Tyler Abadie ‘04, Brian Albrecht ‘75, Robert Bonnaffons ‘74, BJ Branigan ‘01, Zane Brouillette ‘01, Todd Clower ‘00, Dane D’Gerolamo ‘12, Joey Fontana ‘09, Steve Guillot ‘75, Maury Hebert ‘90, Grady Hurley ‘72, Bob Jelley ‘73, Kevin Kern ‘97, Kent Lambert ‘86, Arlin Louie ‘94, Frank McCaskell ‘81, Rob Mistretta ‘93, David Mount ‘78, Barney Paternostro ‘82, Eugene Priestley ‘81, Tommy Ridgley ‘82, David Ruth ‘98, Kenny Schaneville ‘96, Joe Schwab ‘75, Pat Stant ‘87, David Theard ‘00, Ryan Thiel ‘96, Evan Trapani ‘01, Brian Trascher ‘93, David Widener ‘97, and Mark Zimmer ‘76
Best Places to Work The following Alumni who were recognized in 2020 New Orleans CityBusiness “Best Places to Work”: Owners Upper Management Ampirical - Kurt Traub ’95 HRI Properties - Chris Clement ’98, Senior VP Gallo Mechanical - David Gallo ’77 Kushner LaGraize - Alan Labbe ’91, Tax Partner Levelset - Scott Wolfe ’98 LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors Abadie-Williams LLC - Tyler Abadie ’04 Greg Romig ’80, Director of Audit & Accounting Latter & Blum Property Management, Inc. Team Members Joe Pappalardo Jr. ’98, President EskewDumezRipple - Christian Rodriguez ’05 and Ian O’Cain ’08 SCI (Service Corporation International) Eustis Mortgage Corporation - Bryce Novotny ’09 Richard Briede ’73 Market Ambassador, Senior Funeral Director Gifted Healthcare - Harrison Trepagnier ’15 Otto Briede ’81 General Manager Kushnae LaGraize, LLC - Ryan Berger ’10 Sterling Surgical Hospital - D. Michael Lamb ’07, Administrator/CEO ECS + MyIT - Perryn Olson ’99, Chief Strategy Officer 10 Century II
Crimson & Gold Network CGN: Finance Professionals Virtual Meeting Members of the Crimson & Gold Network’s Finance Professionals (CGN-FP) group met virtually in January. Agenda items included school and advancement updates, the history of the CGN-FP, student and alumni outreach, and industry discussion. The mission of the CGN-FP is to bring alumni together to expand their professional networks, discuss current topics in the finance industry, and give back to the Brother Martin community by sharing their expertise. This group is not limited to financial professionals; it is open to all alumni.
Attendees included: Lou Bonnaffons ’84, Jim Casadaban ’79, Luke Cooney ’08, Emmett Dupas ’88, Kenneth Eldridge ’02, Nick Galiano ’96, Joel Gulotta ’02, Rickey Helwig ’17, Gabriel Janusa ’98, Mark Kingsbery Jr. ’16, David Klein ’90, Mark Lagrange ’82, Philip Mason ’89, Zach Materne ’01, Walt McDonald ’58 CJ, Alex McGehee ’13, Darrell Mipro ’88, Jeremy Mipro ’03, Patrick O’Regan ’08, Chris Paulin ’85, Al Prieto ’09, Jerrold Rabalais ’00, Chris Schulz ’04, Michael Thiery ’01, and Kevin Tschirn ’00
CGN: Finance Professionals Virtual Presentation to Students Members of the Crimson & Gold Network’s Finance Professionals Group spoke to Aaron Paladino’s Economics class via Zoom. The week-long seminar touched on loans, savings/investing, insurance, and budgeting. Students in the senior elective class asked questions and received valuable advice concerning their financial future. CGN Finance Presenters Loans Darrell Mipro ’88, Director of Management Reporting & Analysis, Hancock Whitney Jeremy Mipro ’03, Vice President, Commercial Banking, Wells Fargo Savings/Investing Gary Alfonso, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Emmett Dupas ’88, Wealth Management Advisor, Bienville Capital Group
Insurance Tyer Boudreaux ’08, Account Executive, Paulin Insurance Associates Jim Casadaban ’79, Sr. Vice President, HUB International Luke Cooney ’08, Sales Representative, Al Prieto State Farm Rickey Helwig ’17, Intern, Paulin Insurance Associates Chris Paulin ’85, President, Paulin Insurance Associates
Finance Tips What about IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD)? The CARES Act did not change the rules around the QCD, which allows individuals over 70½ years old to donate up to $100,000 in IRA assets directly to a charity annually, without taking the distribution into taxable income. However, remember that under the CARES Act, an individual can elect to deduct 100 percent of their AGI for cash charitable contributions. This effectively affords individuals over 59½ years old the benefits similar to a QCD; they can take a cash distribution from their IRA, contribute the cash to charity, and may completely offset tax attributable to the distribution by taking a charitable deduction in an amount up to 100 percent of their AGI for the tax year. If you’re planning a large donation in 2021, then this may be a smart strategy as long as you are between the ages of 59½ and 70½ and are not dependent on existing retirement funds.
Not itemizing? The CARES Act allowed for an additional, “above-the-line” deduction for charitable gifts made in cash of up to $300. This provision is extended into 2021 for taxpayers filing single/ separately. New in 2021 is an additional “above-the-line” deduction for those married filing jointly. Joint filers (who aren’t itemizing) will be allowed to take an above-the-line deduction of up to $600 in cash contributions to charity this year. Are you itemizing deductions? The adjusted gross income (AGI) limit for cash contributions to qualifying public charities remains increased for individual donors. For cash contributions made in 2021, you can elect to deduct up to 100 percent of your AGI (formerly 60 percent prior to the CARES Act).
Budgeting Kenneth Eldridge ’02, Senior Manager, Ericksen Krentel CPAs and Consultants Patrick O’Regan ’08, Accounting and Internal Controls, Controllership, Manager, Deloitte Kevin Tschirn ’00, CPA, LeGlue & Company, CPAs, LLC Alex White ’08, Technical Accounting Manager, Maxar Technologies
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Crimson & Gold Network CGN - Young Professionals Alumni Director Chris Alley ’08 welcomed the group and encouraged attendees to visit campus and to spread the word about this new group. Advancement & Alumni Director Kenny Spellman ’84 added that the Alumni Office provides support and can assist Alumni through the various stages of their careers. Director of Strategic Planning for Advancement Justin Fleetwood and Gifts Officer Gillen Briede also participated in the event. There was a “Business Card” raffle, which was won by Quinton Schultz ’11.
The Crimson & Gold Network - Young Professionals (CGN-YP) hosted a kick-off social at Port Orleans Brewing Company in late June. The CGN-YP
provides an opportunity for Alumni in their 20s and 30s to network, share information, and conduct business with fellow Alumni. Assistant
If you are interested in joining the CGN-YP, then contact Gillen Briede at 504-284-6700 ext. 3294 or gbriede@brothermartin.com or Justin Fleetwood at 504-283-1561 ext. 3063 or jfleetwood@brothermartin.com
How to Make a Life... Hometown Hero David Schommer ’79, Gifted and Talented Teacher at Jackson Public Schools, was named “12 News Hometown Hero” by WJTV in Jackson, MS. David has been behind the scenes making sure that the students’ education runs smoothly while shoring up relationships in the community during the pandemic. He worked with businesses in the community to get funding from the Selby and Richard McRae Foundation for an outdoor classroom, TikTok for headphones and listening centers, and donations from Bowie-Audio visual, along with Office Depot and Huntington Ingalls for laptops and storage. His school’s principal says he’s dedicated, resourceful, and that every school needs a Mr. Schommer. David says his father (Coach Jack Schommer) always taught him to go where you’re needed, and that’s carried him through his career.
“We are not here to teach young men how to make a living, but how to make a life.” – Brother Martin Hernandez, S.C. 12 Century II
Feeding the Masses Chris Schully ’84, Corporate Executive Chef and Innovation and Research Culinarian at the Whitsons Culinary Group, was heavily involved with the company’s Emergency Dining Division. He helped to organize and create offerings to be used in their Farm to Families Programs, Food Pantry Give-Aways, and School Meal “To Go” programs, which are still being extended to the communities from upstate New York to Boston, Connecticut, the 5 Boroughs of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Chris is currently focusing on working with schools in building programs to provide safe dining experiences as students slowly return to the classrooms in the northeast.
Healthcare Heroes Jourdan Generes ’99, Val Generes ’94, and Matthew Skellan are owners of HealthLOGIC, a Louisiana owned and operated pharmacy. Jourdan, and their Pharmacist in Charge, John Mark Rolling, tell us about the many amazing things that they offer to patients on a podcast @healthlogic_pharmacy. Listen on Apple podcasts, Google podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify and Pandora.
Local Hero Brad Treuting ’04 assisted in the rescue of a fellow citizen after a car drove into a canal in January. Brad and his family were heading out to dinner when they observed an overturned vehicle in a canal in Kenner. Brad and another concerned citizen entered into the canal and rescued the driver from the car. The two grabbed the driver who was having trouble breathing, falling in and out of consciousness, and propped him up until EMS arrived.
Educating Youth Irv Smith ‘16 hosted a football camp in New Orleans in July. He took time to visit with Coach Mark Bonis, Rachelle, J.D., and Johnny Blue ‘86.
Giving Back You can “Give Back” to Brother Martin High School in a number of different ways. • G ifts to the Brother Martin Fund through Alumni Giving, Parent Giving and Grandparent Giving allow us to continue to educate young men for life in the tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. • Contribute to “building for the future” through our Capital Campaign. • Become a member of The Society of 1869 through a planned gift. • Gifts toward Scholarships provide opportunities for young men to attend Brother Martin. • Endowments advance our campus, our faculty and staff, and student activities. • Your time is valuable to us. We ask that you Volunteer to ensure our success or simply Participate in any of our many events throughout the year. If you would like to schedule a visit and discuss these options, please contact me at (504) 284-6700 or email kspellman@brothermartin.com.
Scholarships Randy Asprodites ’65 SA Fine Arts Scholarship Brother Martin is proud to announce the establishment of the Randy Asprodites ‘65 SA Fine Arts Scholarship in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. Doug Schwab ‘82 established the scholarship with a generous gift to honor Randy, a teacher who had an impact on his life. Randy influenced many students at Brother Martin as an art instructor and golf coach during his tenure from 1979 to 2014. “Spro,” as he was affectionately known, built a unique culture in the classroom that allowed students to express themselves as artists should. Education on the vast career opportunities available through the arts will be part of this scholarship program. Randy received his M.F.A. in Painting and Drawing at Indiana State University, a B.A. in Psychology at Nicholls State University, and currently serves as Adjunct Professor at Southeastern Louisiana University.
The August R. Gallo Family Scholarship II has been established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. This scholarship is the second one credited to Augie Gallo ’53 and his family. Once endowed, this scholarship will financially assist need-based students at Brother Martin High School. Sonya and Augie Gallo ’53, Jeanne and David Gallo ’77, Stephen Gallo ’80, Douglas Gallo ’82, Bryan Gallo ’90, Janice Gallo Deshautreaux, and Janet Gallo Betpouey established this scholarship. The Michael A. Flick ’66 SA Scholarship has been endowed in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. This endowed scholarship is the second one credited to Mike Flick and his family. This scholarship will financially assist need-based students at Brother Martin High School. The Class of 2005 Fund, under the leadership of Ben Leff ’05, has been created in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. The class’s wish is to provide the most needy students with financial aid for their senior years. This gift will ease the burden on the student’s family and provide the opportunity for the student to enjoy his senior year to the fullest. The Class of 2005 raised more than $12,000 in two weeks to establish the fund and plan on covering a qualified senior’s tuition annually. The Class of 1971 reached its goal of raising $50,000 before their 50-year Reunion. The 5-year campaign was led by Nelson Breve, Larry Chisholm, Bill Gallagher, Nick Lagattuta, Joe Macaluso, Don Schindler, Rickey Schultz, Tommy Smith, Alan Thriffiley, Ernie Wilbur, and Dennis Winkler.
Schwab Family Gift Doug Schwab ’82 and his family advanced the scholarship total closer to the required $75,000 endowment amount with a second generous gift. This gift was made in memory of Doug’s father, Lester F. Schwab ’62 CJ. For more information on ways to contribute to the Asprodites Scholarship or if you would like more information on other Scholarships, then please call Kenny Spellman ‘84 at 504-284-6700 or email him at kspellman@brothermartin.com. Ladies of the Shield The Ladies of the Shield have graciously hosted our traditional Holiday Home Tour for the past 13 years. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 2020 Holiday Home Tour did not take place. To celebrate the Christmas season, beloved memories were shared on video capturing special special moments from past tours. The Ladies of the Shield raised funds by selling Christmas pins that were generously donated. The Ladies of the Shield endowed a scholarship in 2014.
“50 for 50” After celebrating their 45-year Reunions, each Brother Martin Class has been challenged to raise $50,000 before their 50-year Reunion hence, $50K for 50 years. Once the goal is reached, the class presents a check to school and the funds are directed to the Brother Martin Plus 50 Alumni Endowment. This endowment was created to address the greatest needs of our school. These gifts exhibit each class’s support of Brother Martin and the mission of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. The Class of 1970 and the Class of 1971 each raised more than $50,000! The Class of 1972 has surpassed its goal and will present a check to school this fall.
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Giving Back The Richard ’70 and Bobbie Gibbs Scholarship has been established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. A generous gift from Bobbie and Ricky Gibbs established the scholarship. This scholarship will financially assist need-based students at Brother Martin High School.
Volunteers Sean Cursain ’85, Sergeant with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, shared his professional experience with our Law Studies class during the 3rd Quarter.
The Fox-Dodt Scholars Assistance Fund has been endowed in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation. This scholarship was established and recently endowed thanks to generous gifts from Dan Dodt ’74. This need-based scholarship will assist students with intellectual, scientific and/or artistic interests.
Society of 1869
David Trepagnier, Jr. ’14 and Harrison Trepagnier ’15 became members of the Society of 1869 after presenting an insurance policy to Brother Martin and the St. Aloysius Century Foundation.
Capital Campaign Gifts
Chef Kevin Belton ’77 assisted the Culinary Crusaders with meals for our Brother Martin Golf Classic. Chef Belton shared tips on Shrimp and Grits, Frencha-lettas, and White Chocolate Bread Pudding.
Endowments The Bellinger Family Endowment honoring Thomas Bellinger ’39 was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in accordance with a bequest in his will to support technology, audiovisual materials, textbooks, faculty and staff. The Brother Jean Sobert, S.C. Endowment honoring Brother Jean Sobert S.C., was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in an area very important to him during his years at the school, student activities. The Brother Neal Golden, S.C. Technology Endowment honoring Brother Neal Golden, S.C. ’57 CJ was established by Julie and Mike Flick ’66 SA in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in an area very important to the school, maintaining and enhancing our technology on campus and in the classroom.
Norm Romagosa ’73, Michelle Hennessey, Thomas D’hemecourt ’95, and Tab Damiens ’79 visited the Marcel J. Damiens Family Foundation Food Station in the Benson Mall which was made possible through a generous gift from the foundation.
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The Brother Nicholas, S.C. Building Endowment honoring Brother Nicholas Geisenberg, S.C. was established by Gayle and Tom Benson ’44 in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in an area very important to Brother Nicholas during his years at the school, maintaining and enhancing our state-of-the-art facility. The Robert M. “Bob” Conlin Athletics Endowment honoring Bob Conlin was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in an area very important to Bob during his years at the school, maintaining and enhancing our athletic programs and athletic facilities. The Espinosa-Durapau Endowment for Faculty and Staff Development was established by Victor J. DuRapau, Jr. Ph.D. ’58 CJ in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School and to provide financial support for Brother Martin teacher and staff development and continuing education.
Giving Back The Gibbs Family Endowment was established by Marian and Larry Gibbs ’65 CJ in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School and Brother Martin students in the tradition of academic excellence. The Larry Garvey Campus Ministry and Religion Endowment honoring Larry Garvey ’55, was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in two areas very important to Larry, Campus Ministry and Religion. The Marty Hurley Band Endowment honoring Marty Hurley was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin High School in an area most important to him during his years at the school, the instrumental music program. The Ricky Nuesslein Close-Up Endowment honoring Ricky Nuesslein, was established in the St. Aloysius Century Foundation to support Brother Martin students who attend Close Up, an educational trip in January to Washington, D.C., that informs, inspires, and empowers young people to exercise the rights and accept the responsibilities of citizens in a democracy. A Civics teacher for over 30 years, this was something very important to Ricky. The Trey Culotta Memorial Fund was established by Dr. & Mrs. Vincent A. Culotta, Jr. in memory of their son Vincent A. “Trey” Culotta III ’97. The earnings from the fund are designated to support the Trey Culotta Wrestling Invitation Tournament, held each December, and the Brother Martin Crusader wrestling program.
Endowed Scholarships Alarcon-Quentin Scholarship Andy Douglass Memorial Scholarship August R. Gallo Family Scholarship Benjamin Kuylen Memorial Scholarship Brett Thomas, Jr. Scholarship Brother Donnan Berry, S.C. Scholarship Brother Ivy LeBlanc Scholarship Brother Ralph McGarry, S.C. Memorial Scholarship - I Brother Ralph McGarry, S.C. Memorial Scholarship - II Brother Ralph McGarry, S.C. Memorial Scholarship - III Brother Ralph McGarry, S.C. Memorial Scholarship - IV Carolyn Engel Memorial Scholarship Christopher A. Ciaccio ’80 Memorial Scholarship Class of 1979 Scholarship Class of 1984 Scholarship Daniel G. & Thomas M. Villarrubia Memorial Scholarship Donald E. Borey Scholarship Doug Twiner Scholarship Dr. & Mrs. Robert R. Gibbs Memorial Scholarship Dr. Joseph N. Macaluso, Jr. Family Scholarship Edmond J. & Mireille G. Preau Scholarship Esma Martin Memorial Scholarship First-Four Year Class of 1973 Scholarship Fox-Dodt Scholars Assistance Fund Gibbs Construction Company Scholarship Glenn Masson Memorial Scholarship Harold “Harry” Bologna ’86 Scholarship Henry P. & Agnes B. Sobert Scholarship Herman J. Prager, Sr. Scholarship Jack Schommer Scholarship James B. Branton Memorial Scholarship James F. Terrell, Jr. Family Scholarship
Jay Michael Dixon 2002 Crusader Memorial Scholarship John J. Gelpi, Jr. Scholarship Johnny LeBourgeois ’73 Crusader Spirit Scholarship Juan J., CJ ’60 and John W. Lizarraga ’92 and Patrick Gressaffa ’15 Scholarship Ladies of the Shield Scholarship Lawrence & Marian Gibbs Scholarship Major William J. McNamara Scholarship Marion Theresa Schexnayder Bruno Memorial Scholarship Michael A. Flick ’66 SA Scholarship Michael J. Cusimano Scholarship Mrs. G. Fricken Memorial Scholarship Patrick M. McCarthy Scholarship Paul & Haydee Cerise Memorial Scholarship Paul A. “Red” Pizzo ‘41 Family Work-Study Scholarship Peggy Engert Memorial Scholarship Pescay Family Scholarship Philip J. Pizzolato Student Assistance Scholarship Rev. Paul Hart ’70 Scholarship Robert ’76 & Christopher ’79 Bruno Scholarship Robert Conlin Memorial Scholarship Robert J. Schmolke Scholarship Romaguera Family Scholarship Rosa Mary Foundation Scholarship The Engert Family Memorial Scholarship Thomas F. Ridgley Scholarship Vincent A. “Trey” Culotta Memorial Scholarship Warren & Lucille Flick Memorial Scholarship William Hogan Scholarship
Scholarships In Progress Ashton and Mary Rupert Scholarship August “Chris” Caboni Family Scholarship August R. Gallo Family Scholarship II Azby Fund Scholarship Christopher Guy Scholarship Class of 1955 Scholarship Class of 1956 Scholarship Class of 1960 SA Scholarship Class of 1964 SA Scholarship Class of 1976 Scholarship Class of 1980 Scholarship Class of 1985 Scholarship Class of 2005 Scholarship Crusader Memorial Scholarship Dale M. Gallaher Scholarship Erin V. and Joseph J. Caruso ‘79 Scholarship Guy Nelson Minority Literary Scholarship Award Kristian J. Nicolosi Memorial Scholarship Liberty Bank Scholarship LMJ Scholarship Peter F. Algero, Sr. Scholarship Randy Asprodites ‘65 SA Fine Arts Scholarship Raymond G. Fontaine, Jr. Class of 1978 Scholarship Richard ’70 and Bobbie Gibbs Scholarship The Alvin J. Kenney Family Scholarship Trent Patrick Gray Memorial Scholarship William Airhart and Family Scholarship Century II 15
2022-2024 Alumni Board Nomination Requests The Alumni Board has opened the spring election process by requesting candidates for nominations from the general alumni membership. According to the Alumni Board Constitution, a slate of candidates will be prepared for consideration
by the Alumni Board of Directors. The approved slate will appear in the next issue of Century II and on e-ballots. Board members serve a 2-year term, which begins June 1, 2022, and attend quarterly meetings, organize, and participate
in a variety of alumni activities. Nominations of potential candidates can be emailed to kspellman@ brothermartin.com, or call the Advancement Office at 504-284-6700. All nominations must be received by October 1, 2021.
Alumni Seafood Dinner Alumni gathered for the annual Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association’s Seafood Dinner in the Benson Mall in late April. River Rock Stone Work, Craig Tafaro ’83, proudly served as main sponsor. Due to the health safety restrictions, attendees were divided into two seatings. Eighty alumni were served in the first seating, followed by 130 alumni in the second seating. All enjoyed crawfish prepared by Tasty Tailz, Casey Fitzpatrick ’93 and Dante Ascani ’93, fried seafood prepared and served by Brother Martin Food Services and Tina LaBeaud, and beverages. Members of the Alumni Board of Directors along with Billy Thiele ’78, Mike Broussard ’69 SA, Alumni Office staff, and alumni volunteers from the Classes of 1997, 1990, and 1986, served and coordinated a raffle and a 50/50 during both seatings. Raffle prizes included Coca-Cola gifts, Crawfish Tables, televisions provided by Billy Thiele ’78, and Brother Martin gift packages.
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Sponsors River Rock Stone Works of La. Inc. Craig Tafaro ’83 Crescent Waterproofing and Restoration LLC Brent Sandrock ’01 Clifford A. Miller ’58 CJ Richard CPA’S - Todd Tournillon ’92 Tommy Mitchell ’79 E. Kemper Sublette ’56 Brocato Law Firm - Sal Brocato ‘88
Brother Martin Golf Classic
The 1974 Cooking Team The 38th annual Brother Martin Golf Classic attracted 286 players to Bayou Oaks At City Park on a beautiful day in mid-May. The Oscar J. Tolmas Foundation was the main sponsor, Chuck Stall ’76 and Hank Eiserloh ’84 sponsored the gift shirts, and Michelli Weights and Measurements sponsored the towels. Special guests included Brother Martin President Greg Rando ’77, Jerry Peters ’76, and Doug Mouton ’81. Alumni, parents, and friends of Brother Martin competed in a Morning and Afternoon tournament. Food on the course included Katie’s meatballs, Mato’s charbroiled oysters, Bear’s po-boys, Planning Associates Wealth Planning pastalaya, and Pigeon Caterers sandwiches. Breakfast, lunch, and reception food included breakfast sandwiches from Caffe Latte Da!, burgers and chicken prepared and served by The Class of ’74 Cooking Team, Blue Runner Beans, G’s Pizza, jambalaya prepared by David Theard ‘00, pulled pork sandwiches prepared by Mark Buchert ’81 and Chris Tafaro ’83, and shrimp and grits and frenchalettas prepared and served by the Culinary Crusaders. Super Auction raffle items included Saints signed footballs and golf foursomes. A generous winner of the 50/50, Tony Jennings, donated his winnings back to school! Casey Munson ’97, The Ladies of the Shield, Tito’s, Southern Eagle, and Coca-Cola provided refreshments. Members of the Advancement Team and a host of volunteers were on hand to ensure a successful event.
Results MORNING TOURNAMENT Team Champions – Greg Joubert ’05, Steve Joubert ’78, Eric Hill ’06, Randy Guliuzo ’05 Longest Drive – Eric Hill ’06 Closest to the Hole – Greg Joubert ’05 AFTERNOON TOURNAMENT Team Champions – Bobby Celentano ’92, David Larocca ’02, Colin Schneider ’04, Travis Palmer Longest Drive – Chuck Camp ’10 Closest to the Hole – Jimmy Vinturella ’78 Senior Champions – Tony Marchese ’67 SA, Vince Giardino, Frank Cruz, Steve Daugherty
Committee and Volunteers Ensure Success
Scot Craig ’80 and Donnie Midkiff ’03 with the Culinary Crusaders
Sponsors Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust Stall Enterprises Karen & Chuck Stall ’76 Baton Rouge Orthopaedic Clinic, LLC Dr. Hank Eiserloh ’84 Mato’s Oysters • Coca Cola Accessible Insurance • American Specialty Advertising Baldwin Haspel Burke & Mayer, LLC • Big Easy Event Rental Class of 1997 • Class of ’74 Cooking Team Coast Concrete Services - In Memory of Ray Fontaine, Jr. ’78 Crescent Door and Hardware • Diversified Foods Donna Bianchini-Tully Insurance Agency Executone Systems Co. of LA, Inc. • Joe Exnicios ’73 • Jostens Faux Pas Prints • Fitz Construction • Hancock Whitney Harbor Towing/Star Fleet • John Horn ’79 • Lakeview Harbor Landis Construction, LLC • Loft18 • Miller Building Co. Michelli Weighing and Measurement Pontchartrain Materials Corporation Standard Mortgage • Tito’s Handmade Vodka Upper Cervical Family Chiropractic Allied Chiropractic & Wellness • AAA Screenprinting Bayou Demolition • Bear’s PoBoy • Mark Buchert, Sr. ’81 Couch | Lambert • David M. Glaviano CPA, LLC Diversified Foods, Inc. • Gil’s Carpet Sales • Katie’s Landrieu Concrete & Cement Industries • Mr. Ed’s Pigeon Caterers of New Orleans Planning Associates Wealth Management, LLC Scariano Brothers, LLC • Southern Eagle Distributor
Morning Tournament Winners Eric Hill ’06, Greg Joubert ’05, Steve Joubert ’78, and Randy Guliuzo ’05 Western Son Distillery • A&L Sales, Inc. • AMKO Fence Art the Ribbon Man • Auto Medic of Mandeville • Bayou Oaks Big Easy Sportsplex and Baseball Academy • Blue Fin Poke Blue Runner Foods, Inc. • BXS Insurance • Caffe Latte Da! Champion Alarm & Surveillance • Chateau Golf & Country Club CIS Industries • Crescent City Benefits • Crescent Payroll Solutions Culinary Crusaders • Dr. and Mrs. Nicholas Danna III Favorites Promotional Products • Gallo Mechanical Jeanne Gallo • Hotard General Contracting • JB’s/Evangeline Knuckleheads Bar & Grill • Leake and Andersson, L.L.P. Metairie Small Animal Hospital Mike Cottingham - Chorus Director ’69-’83 NOLA Bounce & Slide, LLC • NuDrain Louisiana Patrick Cresson • Performance Foodservice Perry Dampf – Robert “Bubby” Burns ’84 Dutch ‘42 and Jane Prager, Jr. • Renue Systems of Louisiana The Don Schindler Family: Don ’71, Dane ’07, Blake ’01, Elizabeth-Cheerleader Second Line Photography • Southland Container Sprout Pediatrics • The Store • TPC Louisiana University Club of Baton Rouge
2021 Golf Committee Ron Brisbi ’67 SA, Chairman, Lou Bonnaffons ’84, Ryan Cammarata ’92, Ben Lambert ’03, Eric Long ’99, Joe McCarthy ’77, Chance Miller ’88, Billy Moore ’80, Casey Munson ’97, Pat Pritchard ’78, Danny Richard ’72, Ryan Robbins ’90, Keith Taranto ’95, and Brad Treuting ’04 Century II 17
Brother Martin Tennis Tournament The Brother Martin Tennis Tournament attracted a record crowd to City Park Tennis Center in late April. Beautiful weather favored the 208 players who competed in Ladies’ and Men’s divisions. The “Parade of Prizes” featured Brother Martin items and other attractive gifts. The 50/50 sent a lucky winner home with some extra cash. DJ Pat Barbaro ’85 kept the crowd entertained, the Ladies of the Shield served specialty drinks, Chris Laiche ’90 and Lance Ranlett ’91 served up delicious pastalaya, and Chris Dazet directed the tournament. Generous donors supplied delicious food including, sushi, chili-mac, pasta salad, donuts and pizza. Champions were awarded towels and posed for pictures. Kerri Becker, Keri Candies, Yvette Canoura, James Casadaban ’06, Ashley Cook, Billy Davis ’88, Jeanne Gallo, Nicole Laiche, Shelley Landry, Melissa Manthey, Shawn Potter ’96, Lizzie Randol, Christi Sumich, Tracy Tarleton and Terry Tarleton served on the committee.
Sponsors Gold Sponsors Allied Chiropractic and Wellness – Dr. Ben Dichiara ’01 Robert Bostanian ’09 • Class of 1997 • Coca Cola Crimson Sponsors Azby’s • Pat Barbaro ’85 • Bay Cafe – Mark Bell ’87 Captain Jimmy and Friends Charity Coldwell Banker TEC – Chad Walser ’90 Favorites Promotional Products – James Casadaban ’06 Danielle and Chad Guidry • HomeBank Northstar Mortgage, LLC NMLS 1925983 Pelican Pointe Carwash Scott Walker Media – Scott Walker ’93 Shipley Do-Nuts Old Metairie – Scott Walker ’93 Southern Oaks Plantation Wealth Solutions, LLC – Blake Gillies ’05, Keegan Gillies ’16
Results Women 2.5 Crimson – Joan Hebert & Danielle Kuruda Gold – Jessica Windham & Laura Buisson Shield – Lauren Chiu & Lacey Charvet Sader – Mandy Catanzaro & Ellen Karl Women 3.0 Crimson – Shannon Morris & Julie Hotstream Gold –Jennifer Walker & Katie Newman Sader – Misty Rabeaux & Nicole Rittner Shield – Susan Jaffe & Timmy Vernier St. Aloysius – Jamie Lambert & Shannon Helffrich Cor Jesu – Jessica Barnette & Kim Abercrombie Century – Amy Centola & Lisa McPherson Elysian – Ashley Neumann & Jennifer Griffith Women 3.5 Crimson – Anne Troutman & Julie Schexnayder Gold – Donna Dimitri & Sami Dantin
Sader – Kaci Woodall & Gina Locatto Shield – Angela Borgstede & Lorri Murray Women 4.0 Renee Rizzo & Tammy Gaulter Women 4.0-4.5 Rodnelle Hadley & Elvia D’Orcy Men 2.5-3.0 Jeremy Pelegrin ’94 & Carl Silva Men 3.0 Ricky Armentor & Thom Eisele Men 3.5 Shawn Potter ’96 & Jason Rolling Men 3.5-4.0 Crimson – Brad Bradford & Mark Broussard Gold – Marc Schexnayder ’06 & Phil Cerniglia ’06 Men 4.0-4.5 James Casadaban ’06 & Cameron Nodier ’09
Court Sponsors Cemetery Services Group – Cameron Nodier ’09 Chevron Louisiana • Delta World Tires Dr. and Mrs. Pete Heine ’63 SA Tic Toc Cafe – Mike Delahoussaye ’77 Food & Drink Sponsors Nicole de Leon, Claudia Garcia, & Cissy Yakelis Bear’s Po-Boys at Gennaro’s • Coca Cola Happy Italian Pizzeria • Haydel’s Bakery Chris Laiche ’90 & Lance Ranlett ’91 Mandina’s Restaurant • Maurice French Pastries PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans Riccobono’s Peppermill • Rock ‘n’ Sake Shipley Do-Nuts Old Metairie – Scott Walker ’93 Southern Eagle Distributors – Jerry Peters ’76, Lou Provenzano ’90 Tower of Pizza – Missy, Walter ’77 & Brian Forschler ’15
Donors Kerri Becker • Café Navarre Captain Jimmy and Friends Charity • Coca Cola Deanie’s Seafood Restaurant & Seafood Market Delta World Tire Company • Dolce Boutique Eyecare Associates • Jeanne & David Gallo ’77 HomeBank • H2O Salon and Spa • Little Miss Muffin Mandina’s Restaurant • New Orleans Distillers New Orleans Paddlewheels, Inc. • NOLA Beans Omni Royal Orleans • Pelican Pointe Carwash Porter & Luke • Rock ‘n’ Sake • Robért Fresh Market Rodan & Fields • Sala • Juliette Schellhaas SCULPT New Orleans • Kristin Stumbo • Yvette Tassin Velvet Cactus • Vita Boutique • Wrong Iron
Dr. Ben Dichiara ’01 and Kerri Becker
Melissa Manthey, Chris Laiche ’90 and Nicole Laiche
Ladies of the Shield
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Sushi Shield compliments of Rock ‘n’ Sake.
Trivia Night XI: The Virtual Edition
The Alumni Office hosted Trivia Night XI: The Virtual Edition over the holiday break. Teams from across the nation consisting of parents, faculty, alumni, and friends competed in three rounds of general trivia and in a special Brother Martin Trivia round. Challenge Entertainment and Live Trivia, James Maumus ’89 and Jeff Maumus ’97 sponsored the event. “Agudas Know Things” (Joe Aguda Jr. ’88, Joe Aguda III ’18, and Dulce Aguda) won the Championship earning a $100 Gift Certificate to Katie’s Mid-City and their name engraved on the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Cup.
“Alexa, Look Up Trivia Answers” (Craig Zeller ’02, Gordon Kuehl ’00, Jeff Meyers ’00, Shaun Walker ’02, and Jesse Selser ’02) earned runner-up honors and a $50 Gift Certificate to Katie’s. “Triviacity” (Nissan Patel ’07, Steven Quaintance ’07, Nick Ursin ’07, Jerry Ursin ’07, and Aaron Dare) won the Brother Martin Trivia contest earning them a $25 gift certificate to Katie’s. Advancement & Alumni Director, Kenny Spellman ’84 thanked the teams for their support of Brother Martin and specifically for their donations to the event.
Results 1st Place: Agudas Know Things 2nd Place: Alexa, Look Up Trivia Answers Brother Martin Trivia Winner: Triviacity
Event Host Challenge Entertainment and Live Trivia and the Maumus brothers
The following teams donated to the event: Distanced Relatives - Scott Cernich ’92, Alison Cernich, Jennifer Theriot, Robert Theriot, and Richard Cernich ’64 SA Cabin Masters - Bubba Grubb ’82, Alina Hernandez, Gregory Lambiet, and Isabel Lambiet The Mallers - Johnny LeBourgeois ’73, Paul Gagnet ’66 SA, Kelly Lebourgeois, and Kraig DeLanzac ’86 Alexa, Look Up Trivia Answers - Craig Zeller ’02, Gordon Kuehl ’00, Jeff Meyers ’00, Shaun Walker ’02, and Jesse Selser ’02 Agudas Know Things - Joseph Aguda Jr. ’88, Dulce Aguda, and Joseph Aguda III ’18 Triviacity - Nissan Patel ’07, Steven Quaintance ’07, Nick Ursin ’07, Jerry Ursin ’07, and Aaron Dare Here for the Crispitos - L.J. Lesage ’98 and James Ferraro ’01
Class of 1986 Honors Classmate Jacques Fontan The Class of 1986 raised money to honor their deceased classmate Navy SEAL Jacques Fontan ’86. Don Moore, Paul Ulfers, and others spearheaded the effort that resulted in a sponsorship in Jacques’s name to support Kelly Gibson’s “Swing Hard for Soldiers” benefit golf tournament. A generous donation was made to the Harold Bologna ’86 Scholarship and to support our NJROTC program. Additionally, the classmates received a signed copy of “A Beautiful Tragedy,” the story of Jacques’s widow Char Fontan-Westfall’s experience.
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ALUMNI SPORTS CHALLENGES COLLEGE BASKETBALL CHALLENGE Jeff Magill ’90 – Champion Peter Bayer ’71 – Runner-up
PRO FOOTBALL SURVIVOR Brendon Sumich ’01 Keith Amato ’85 Alan Thriffiley ’95 Three-way tie after 14 weeks
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Adam Griego ’10 – Champion Keith Amato ’85 – Runner-up
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All winners received gift certificates to the John Gelpi Jr. ’52 Bookstore. Century II 19
Brother Martin Fishing Rodeo Brother Martin High School held our 21st Annual Fishing Rodeo in early June. The weather couldn’t stop the gathering of alumni, families, and friends as participants competed for various titles in 14 categories.
Donna Palmisano DDS • Fasteners, Inc. Favorites Promotional Products Michelli Weighing & Measurements Spiers A/C • Sportsbeat Pub & Cafe
Donors ALOFT Hotel • Lakeview Harbor Puglia’s Sporting Goods • Jerry Schmidt ’81 Velvet Cactus • Wrong Iron on the Greenway
The Captain’s Party, held at Sportsbeat Pub & Cafe, kicked off the event earlier in the week. Fishermen and guests were able to register while they enjoyed complimentary food, beverages, and fishing tips. On Rodeo day, Rob Hymel and Jay Hotard ’82 entertained the crowd with music as Eddie Gonzales ’77 served as the emcee. The younger fishermen competed in the fish toss and enjoyed a water slide. The Schmidt Family Cooking Team provided delicious fried fish, French fries, and other dishes. Emile Meydrich served sno-balls, Vance Vaucresson ’87 served delicious sausages and treats, and Andrew Noto and Ralph Friebert ’82 with Planning Associates Wealth Management, LLC served pastalaya. The Class of 2008 Drink Team served up beverages, Brian Spellman ’00, BSpell Paint, designed the trophies, and Sea Brook Harbor & Marine displayed a beautiful boat on-site. Three Rodeo records were set: Team Phinns & Feathers with a 26.80 lbs. 5-trout Stringer, Cameron Linn ’19 with 27 spots on a redfish, and McCarroll with a gar fish that was too big to register on the scale. It was 100 lbs. plus!
Fishing Rodeo Committee – (First Row) Todd Schwander ’93, Jerry Schmidt ’81, Pete Dares ’56, Mike Buisson ’57 SA, Dave Schmidt ’76, Billy Thiele ’78 (Second Row) Andrew Casadaban ‘08, Rob Hymel, Logan Courregé ’15, Chad Courregé ’85, Nick Macaluso ’85 (Top Row) Jay Hotard ’82, Kenny Spellman ’84, Eddie Gonzales ’77, Drew Dodd ’19, Emile Meydrich Other commitee members include: Johnny Blue ’86, Jimmy Casadaban ’79, Jimmy LaCava ’55, Dave Pecot ’76, Chuck Stall ’76, Hayden Courregé ’18, Patrick Cresson ’00, Gary Delahoussaye ’74, David Klein ’90, Jay Louviere ’55, Steven Spiers ’84
The Brother Martin Cheerleaders sold “Big Board Raffle” chances, and the Parade of Prizes consisted of gift cards, Brother Martin gift baskets, a Brother Martin pirogue, and much more.
Sponsors Main Sponsors John Gelpi, Jr. - St. Aloysius Class of 1952 Stage Sponsors Coca-Cola Fleur de Lis Event Rentals - Mike Cascio ’96 Overkill Construction - Chip Crews ’03 Pelican Graphic & Events - Dolph Federico ’86 Tickfaw Landing Marina - Glenn Bartels ’79, Billy Francioni ’79, and Mike Pittman ’79
Corporate Sponsors The Schmidt Family Cooking Team Clement Building Company LLC • Fasteners, Inc. Faux Pas Prints • Hotard General Contracting, Inc. Orleans Sheetmetal Works & Roofing, Inc. Schneider Paper Products • Sea Brook Harbor & Marine Southern Eagle - Budweiser Stall Enterprises - Chuck Stall ’76 Gulf Sponsors Audubon Gutters • Brocato Law Firm CCA Louisiana • Crewboats, LLC The Delahoussaye Family - Gary ’74, Jerry ’74, and Michael ’78 20 Century II
The Winners!
Results Speckled Trout 1st- Phinns & Pheathers/5.85 2nd - Phinns & Pheathers/5.5 3rd - Phinns & Pheathers/5.45 Redfish 1st - Phinns & Pheathers/21.1 2nd - Team Finatic/17.35 3rd - Cameron Linn/11 Sheepshead 1st - Art Street/6.55 2nd - Team Clement/5.7 3rd - Team Finatic/4.9 Gar 1st McCarroll/100+* Bass 1st - Scales & Ales/1.3 2nd - Neaux Limit/1.05
Black Drum 1st - Team Paradise/31.95 2nd - Team Cotaya/29.8 Red Snapper 1st - Hall Pass/21.2 2nd - Chip Crews/18.05 3rd - Hall Pass/17.75 Most Spots on Redfish 1st - Cameron Linn/27* 2nd - Team Clement/22 3rd - Shifter/Mulligan/11 Largest 2 Redfish 27” & Under 1st - Team Clement/10.95 Largest 5-Trout Stringer 1st - Phinns & Pheathers/26.8* 2nd - Team Finatic/19.85
3rd - Mr. Clean/15.55 Smallest Legal 5-Trout Stringer 1st - Lainey Schmidt/2.95 2nd - Neaux Limit/3.15 3rd - McCarroll/3.4 Largest Fish (BMHS Student) 1st - Brayden Blue/21.2 2nd - Grant Mathey/15.25 3rd - Neaux Limit/2.65 Largest Fish (Father/Daughter) 1st - Phinns & Pheathers/21.1 2nd - Chip Crews/18.05 3rd - Byron & Piper Pogue/16.85 Largest Fish (Non-Gar) 1st - Team Paradise/31.95 *New Record
Alumni & Dad Day of Reflection
Fr. David Ducote ’04, Randy Oddo ’62 SA, Robert Blake ’86, Bob Burns ’62 SA, Danny Richard ’72, and Nathaniel Peters ’13 Fittingly, the first in-person alumni event since the “lockdown” was the Alumni & Dad Day of Reflection. Alumni and dads gathered in the Branton Chapel in late March as Nathaniel Peters ’13 directed the day with the theme of “Magnanimity and the Sacred Heart.” New committee chairman Danny Richard ’72
welcomed everyone, thanked Randy Oddo ’62 SA for his years of leading the event, and dedicated the day to the memory of the late Mrs. Gale Oddo. In addition to two excellent presentations by Nathaniel, the day included time for personal prayer and reflection, praying of the Rosary, the Stations of the Cross, and Mass celebrated by
Fr. David Ducote ’04. Following Mass, attendees were treated to pizza from Happy Italian Pizzeria. Danny Richard ’72, chairman, Robert Blake ’86, Judge Bob Burns ’62 SA, John Hodges ’62 SA, Bob Martin ’61 SA, and Randy Oddo ’62 SA served on the committee.
Golden Crusader Lunch
Terence Tully ’14, Alex Migliore ’14, Paul Klein ’15, Ricky Helwig ’17, Greg Rando ’77, Mason Bonnaffons ’17, Liam O’Connor ’21, and Ben Wisniewski ’17
Michael Maldonado ’14, Emmanuel Levy ’20, Tharuka Fernando ’20, Gary Sandrock ’21, Jake Spellman ’20, Ethan Dupas ’20, and Mason Williams ’15
Calogero ’81 and Alex Migliore ’14 introduced the two new classes, and Father David Ducote ’04 led the prayer and blessing. Attendees enjoyed a delicious three-course meal followed by closing remarks by Advancement & Alumni Director Kenny Spellman ’84. Special guests included President Greg Rando ’77 and Bro. Neal Golden ’57 CJ.
David Spear ’72, Steven Massicot ’72, and Jay Romig ’72 The Golden Crusader Lunch moved to Impastato’s this year as past recipients of the award welcomed the 2020 and 2021 recipients in late May. Scott Hedlund ’97 welcomed the group, Michael
Philip Averill ’04, Mark Bologna ’88, Colin Buisson ’11, Michael Calogero ’81, Philip Catanzaro ’97, Zachary Frosch ’08, Gary Giepert ’80, Adam Griego ’10, Scott Hedlund ’97, Paul Marcello ’12, Zachary Materne ’01, Tommy Mitchell ’79, Steven Panepinto ’10, John Person ’73, Harrison Trepagnier ’15, and Patrick Young ’07 served on the committee.
Sponsors Greg Ansley ’83 • Brian Barbeito ’98 Mark Benedetto ’77 • Mark Bologna ’88 Nelson Breve ’71 • Dominic Brocato ’17 Collin Buisson ’11 • Greg Buisson ’77 Michael Calogero ’81 • Marc Chevis ’76 Todd Clower ’00 • John Demarest ’80 Mark Erath ’77 Zach Frosch ’08-In Memory of Myles Henderson ’08 Stephen Gelé ’86 • Gary Giepert ’80 Adam Griego ’10 • Brett Haro ’07 • Ted Inbau ’94 Paul Klein ’15 • Paul Lauret ’84 Zachary Materne ’01 • Alex Migliore ’14 Tommy Mitchell ’79 • Ian O’Cain ’08 Ray Peters ’74 • Trevor Quatroy ’16 Stephen Robert ’99 • Mark Romig ’74 Matthew Sharpe ’03 • Patrick Stant ’87 Brendon Sumich ’01 • Harrison Trepagnier ’15 Patrick Young ’07 • Mark Zimmer ’76 Century II 21
Powerlifting Alumni Champions Four members of the Brother Martin 1988 State Championship Powerlifting Team competed in the USPA Battle on the Backwater meet in Pass Christian, Mississippi in mid-June, which was the first time in 33 years that they competed as a team. With only three months of training, all four team members earned first place medals in the Master’s Division of their respective weight classes. Their totals were: Michael Castanedo ’88, 705 pounds; Gianni Iadanza ’88, 1,025 pounds; Ricco Impastato ’88, 1,025 pounds; and Salvador Brocato ’88, 1,097 pounds Randy Johnson, the head coach of the championship team in 1988, was present to coach and to support the team. Also, the current head powerlifting Coach Adam Giglio traveled to Mississippi to support the alumni lifters. Pictured: Brother Martin assistant coaches Michael Calamari and John Trapani, Adam Giglio, Randy Johnson, Paul Johnson ’90, Michael Castanedo ’88, Sal Brocato ’88, Ricco Impastato ’88 and Gianni Iadanza ’88
Crimson Shield Social
The Crimson Shield Social celebrated recipients of the award in July at Katie’s Mid-City. Attendees enjoyed complimentary food as they shared stories. After a group photo, Advancement & Alumni Director Kenny Spellman ’84 addressed the younger alumni, encouraged them to stay involved, and shared school news and plans for Advancement at Brother Martin. Special guests included President Greg Rando ’77, Director of Strategic Planning for Advancement Justin Fleetwood, Assistant Alumni Director Chris Alley ’08, Judy Rodriguez, and Thomas Mavor.
Sponsors Keelan Didier ’19 Connor Greco ’11 Law Offices of Pius A. Obioha & Associates, LLC - Jordan Parker ’10 McHenry Taylor ’12 Dane Williams ’14
2021 Crusader Cook-Off & Homebrew Contest
Sunday, October 24, 2021 Brother Martin High School
Saturday, December 4, 2021 Featured Homes 4, 15, 18, 26, 64, and 66 Flamingo Street New Orleans, Louisiana 22 Century II
Alumni Rugby Game
Crusader Rugby Alumni gathered in early January to play a spirited game of touch rugby against the 2021 squad on a bright and cool Saturday. The former players offered tips to this year’s team and shared experiences from their days in the Crusader program. Brother Martin competes in the Deep South High School Rugby Conference and is coached by Gary Giepert ’80. Alumni Roster: Corey Albert ’09, Sid Blakemore ’06, Dylan Binder ’19, Michael Binder ’15, Jonathan Cohn ’19, Jayson Deleaumont ’07,
John Michael Domingo ’12, Jonathan Giepert ’05, Connor Glennon ’14, Cullen Glennon ’07, Joseph LaCroix ’09, Andrew Larkin ’06, Alec Miller ’12, Andrew Pennison ’19, Matthew Reineke ’14, Rory Rousset ’17, Brendan Scripter ’20, William Traylor ’06
Head Coach Gary Giepert ’80, observes the action as he referees the 2021 Brother Martin Alumni Rugby Game.
Chapter Reports Florida
Florida Chapter members gathered for a virtual “Happy Hour” in March. Richard Bragg ’84, Bill Engel ’66 SA, Toney Filostrat ’89, Bob Hippler ’51, Keith Jordano ’75, B.J. Kenney ’01, Rob Muzik ’86, Joe Pardo ’61 CJ, Ron Rapp ’81, Louis Robert ’81, Claude Sordelet ’83, and Bobby Zollinger ’88 attended.
Houston
Houston Chapter members gathered for a virtual “Happy Hour” in midFebruary. John Book ’03, Greg Clement ’92, Brian Corales ’97, Ben Leff ’05, Mike Ligon ’88, Jeff Magill ’90, Jimmy Marks ’95, Phil Mason ’89, Patrick Miller ’97, Steven Starks ’97, Tim Taylor ’72, Tim Taylor ’97, and Dennis Winkler ’71 attended.
Northeast
Northeast Chapter members gathered for a virtual “Happy Hour” in early March. Barry Burns ’85, Mike Glew ’82, Andy Golden ’12, Matt Jacob ’97, Patrick Lagrange ’81, Ronnie LaNasa ’79, and Chris Schully ’84 attended.
The West
“The West” Chapter members gathered for a virtual “Happy Hour” in Thursday May. Paul Craven ’84, Eddie Dyer ’80, Robert Glenn ’05, Chris Grillot ’09, Chris Kirschenheuter ’73, Glenn Menard ’66 CJ, Frank Segrave ’79, Dan Stocker ’84, and Randal Swain ’79 attended. At each happy hour, Advancement & Alumni Director Kenny Spellman ’84 welcomed everyone, thanked them for their participation and support, and then gave a brief history of our chapters around the country. President Greg Rando ’77 and Director of Strategic Planning for Advancement Justin Fleetwood gave a school update and shared our Strategic Plan for the future. Alumni Officer Chris Alley ’08 updated them on Brother Martin Giving Day. If you live in any of these areas and did not receive invitation, then please contact the Alumni Office at 504-284-6700 or email kspellman@brothermartin.com
Washington DC
Washington, D.C. Chapter members gathered for a virtual “Happy Hour” in late February. John Bidol ’91, Larry Bouterie ’70, Jay Buisson ’65 CJ, Scott Cernich ’92, Mark Erath ’77, Carlos Gacharna ’86, Joe Gardemal ’84, Joe Gulotta ’02, Ronnie Lampard ’02, Michael McCloskey ’77, Chip Saltz ’92, Emile Sander ’75, and Ed Scheidt ’57 CJ attended.
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Alumni Highlights Allstate Sugar Bowl President Ralph Capitelli ’65 CJ had his term as president of the Allstate Sugar Bowl extended through 2021. The action, temporarily breaking a Sugar Bowl rule that’s been in place since 1983, was first broached by the executive committee last fall when the COVID-19 pandemic endangered the college football season, including the Sugar Bowl, which was serving as a CFP semifinal. The full membership voted to suspend its bylaws and to continue with Ralph as president. Ralph offered valuable counsel in 2020 and was involved in every development along the way, including the CFP’s decision to play the Sugar Bowl in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome even with the reduced crowd size. UNO Alumni Award Recipient David Gallo ’77 received the 2021 University of New Orleans Homer L. Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award. David is the 2010 Brother Martin Alumnus of the Year, and he serves as chairman of the Brother Martin High School Board of Directors. David earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from UNO in 1981. He is CEO of Gallo Mechanical, a family-owned mechanical construction business started in New Orleans in 1945. Under his leadership, Gallo Mechanical has become one of the largest mechanical construction companies in the Southeast, with offices in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Pensacola, Charlotte, and Raleigh. David is chairman of the UNO Research and Technology Foundation Board and a member of the UNO Fundraising Campaign Cabinet. He serves on the Board of Directors of New Orleans & Company and the executive committee of the Business Council of New Orleans and the River Region. He is also chairman of the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana.
Top Dentists The following Crusader Alumni were named Top Dentists 2021 by New Orleans Magazine. Robert Camenzuli ’93, Camenzuli Dental Excellence Joseph Campo ’76, Joseph M. Campo, DDS, APDC Gen & Cosmetic Dentistry Glen Corcoran ’82, Glen J Corcoran D.D.S. Family Dentistry Guy Cresson ’71, Bucktown Dental Care Roy Delatte ’73, Roy J. Delatte Jr. D.D.S. Jay Dumas ’91, Dumas Family Dentistry J. Jared Harmon ’91, Lakeshore Endodontics Charles Jouandot ’94, Jefferson Dental Care Hector Maldonado ’77, Maldonado Orthodontics Toby Moffatt ’89, Toby B. Moffatt, D.D.S. Louis Passauer Jr. ’88, Louis C. Passauer Jr, D.D.S. Kerry Plaisance ’92, De Jong and Plaisance Family Dentistry Dennis Preau ’77, Dennis R. Preau D.D.S. Robert Rooney ’81, Slidell Dental Implants Joseph Simone ’96, Simone Dental Larry Wise ’67 SA, Maenza Family Dentistry William Yeadon ’73, LSU School Of Dentistry 24 Century II
Humanism In Medicine Medal Recipient Dr. Wayne Riley ’77, 17th President of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University and Chair of the Board of Trustees of the New York Academy of Medicine, will be awarded The Arnold P. Gold Foundation’s National Humanism in Medicine Medal. Wayne is recognized for his exceptional and steadying leadership as the COVID-19 pandemic struck New York City and his unrelenting advocacy for health equity and anti-racism in medicine. He is a Gold Humanism Honor Society member and a Trustee and Secretary of the Gold Foundation. CFP Selection Committeee Member Rod West ’86 has been appointed to the College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee by the CFP Management Committee. Rod, group president, utility operations for Entergy Corporation, is responsible for the operational and financial performance of Entergy’s five operating companies. Rod lettered three years as linebacker and tight end at the University of Notre Dame, including the Fighting Irish’s 1988 National Championship football team, and is a past president of the Allstate Sugar Bowl and a member of the Board of Directors for the National Football Foundation. “I am honored to have been invited to join the College Football Playoff Selection Committee,” said Rod. “It is an exciting time for college football, and I look forward to upholding the high standards of the CFP with the distinguished group of individuals who make up the selection committee.” Rod currently serves as a Hesburgh Trustee at the University of Notre Dame, after serving a decade on the Board of Trustees (2009-19). Previously, he also served twelve years on the Louisiana State University System Board of Supervisors, serving as chairperson from 2006-2007, and three years on the board at Xavier University of Louisiana. Rod, our 2016 Alumnus of the Year, holds a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He received his Juris Doctor from the Tulane University School of Law and his MBA from Tulane University’s Freeman School of Business.
Alumni in Print Brother Neal Golden, S.C. ‘57 CJ released LSU Bowl Games: A Complete History, a new book about LSU football. McFarland Publishing in North Carolina published the book, and you can purchase the book at https://mcfarlandbooks. com/product/lsu-bowl-games/, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, etc. Royalties from this book will go to the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Mission Fund, supporting education missions in the U.S. and around the world. Kenny Nicolosi ’64 SA completed his first book, “The Tax Free Income Dude,” a tax-saving workbook of information written in a conversational style and full of simple straight talk about retirement. J.G. Breerwood ’00 published his first novel, “Sinking Dixie,” a dystopian New Orleans future. It is available for purchase on the Maine Authors Publishing website: https:// maineauthorspublishing.com/sinking-dixie.
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Michael Begg ’77 and Barry Lemoine ’81 finished 2nd runner up in the Beverly Hills Film Festival for their original screenplay “The Advantages of Whiskey Over Dogs!” The Beverly Hills Film Festival is one of the most prestigious and influential film festivals globally.
Terry Maderson has retired from Louisiana Steam Equipment Company after 65 years. Over the years, he served in numerous roles including Inside Sales Engineer, Outside Sales Manager, and Applied Technology Center Instructor. Terry and his wife Barbie have lived in Kenner for 45 years and plan to enjoy retirement to the fullest.
1965
Keith Jordano, insurance expert with The Jordano Insurance Group, has been offering insurance needs through all phases of life: health, Medicare, auto, home, life, group and individual products. He has worked across the country with massive insurance corporations, but he has found a long-term home in the Royal Palm Beach community. He is an active member at Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church in Royal Palm Beach, he is a veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserves, and is a member of the American Legion.
Billy Kraus SA has accepted a position to serve on the Patrons of Lafreniere Park Board.
David Vinci retired in 2020 after 34 years with KBR supporting the Navy in development and testing activities for the E-2 Hawkeye. He and his wife, Karen, have relocated to the Pensacola, Florida to enjoy the warmer weather and to be near his twin brother, Don. They will be spending their summers in Ocean City, New Jersey, one of the family’s favorite places.
Art Holder CJ is retiring from teaching at Judge Memorial Catholic High School after 27 years. During that time, he taught World Languages, AP Human Geography, Human Geography, and English Language for International Studies. From 1995 to 2015, he led an exchange program with a high school in Chemnitz, Germany.
1961
Gary Michael Raymond SA is a Life Member of the ARRL and holds a 40+ year pin and has been continuously licensed since 1956. He earned his Extra Ham License while simultaneously passing the Commercial 2nd Class RadioTelegraph License at the FCC and he holds a General Radio Telephone License. He was the 15th person in the USA to pass the National Certified Electronics Technician Certification exam. Some of his public service activities included volunteering as a NOPD Reserve Police Officer.
1966
Paul Gagnet SA received the highest individual honor recognized by the Knights of Columbus’s Louisiana State Council. The Advisory Board of Louisiana Past State Deputies has chosen Paul as this year’s recipient of the Past State Deputies’ Award. This award is given annually to a Louisiana Brother Knight who has exemplified loyal service to the Church, responsible citizenship to the country, and outstanding dedication to the principles of Columbianism. Paul is a member of Marquette Council 1437 in New Orleans.
1970
Harold Moser received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Louisiana Restaurant Association and retired from The Houma Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
1973
David Richardson has recently been appointed as an Adjunct Professor of Law at New York University School of Law – Graduate Tax Program. David is a Managing Director in KPMG’s International Tax – Alternative Investments Group, specializing in U.S. and nonU.S. tax issues relevant to cross-border funds and their investors, management companies, and portfolio companies.
1974
Wayne Watkins has retired from 44 years of broadcasting after serving in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Gulfport/Biloxi radio and television.
1975
1976
Andre Laborde is host of Wall Street Wrap Up, Friday nights at 8:30 p.m., a weekly television financial show on WYES-TV (Channel 12). This financial show lets viewers know what happened on Wall Street that past week and gives viewers a heads-up to the week ahead. He also interviews national financial newsmakers about the economy, stocks, and happenings in the news. You can follow every show on YouTube at WYES Wall Street Wrap Up.
1978
Michael Keller has been appointed Deputy Director of the Litigation Division for the Louisiana Department of Justice. Michael has been with the Attorney General’s office for more than 30 years.
Paul Reuter has been appointed treasurer of the Board for 2021 UNO Research and Technology Foundation.
1979
Dr. Keith B. Lescale, MD has been named as one of New York Magazine’s 2021 Top Doctors. Keith specializes in Maternal & Fetal Medicine.
Barry Rodriguez has been named Director of Sales at Virgin Hotels New Orleans Frank Segrave, Chairman and CEO at Comprehensive Pharmacy Services, is using his experience and knowledge in the pharmaceutical industry to help with the Covid vaccine efforts nationwide. Frank is supporting our country, drug manufacturers, and supply chain companies in building out distribution plans to health care facilities, which is being done as an uncompensated volunteer because Frank wants to support and to give back to his fellow citizens.
1980 Roy Arrigo was appointed by Governor John Bell Edwards to serve as a commissioner on the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East.
Rod Teamer, Sr. received the “Men Who Champion Women” Award from LSU Women’s Center Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Emmy Award Winner Peter Litwinowicz ’81 and his company, RE:Vision Effects, Inc., were awarded a primetime Engineering Emmy®. Peter is a co-founder of the company and one of the three people on the engineering team who were awarded the Emmy. The Television Academy seeks to expand the horizons of television excellence. The Engineering Emmy is presented to an individual, company, or organization for developments in engineering that are either so extensive an improvement on existing methods or so innovative in nature that they materially affect the production, recording, transmission, or reception of television. RE:Vision Effects is a software development company focused on providing innovative software to create, modify, control, and enhance digital video imagery at the highest quality. Their products have a broad range of applications and are currently used in every phase of television, motion picture, internet, and visual effects industries. The company supplies its cutting edge software through partnerships and direct sales for a large segment of customers ranging from at-home editors, wedding and other live event videographers, corporate video providers to those creating high-end effects for commercials, episodic TV, and big-budget films.
1981
Dany Trahan has been promoted to Manager at the Mid-City branch of Keesler Federal Credit Union.
1982
Dr. Glen Corcoran has been elected President of the Louisiana Dental Association for the 2021 Year.
Doug Schwab announced his new production and distribution entity Liverpool West Productions. The new company will focus on unique passion projects across a wide array of subject matter outside of the realm of feature length film, from music and travel to culture and comedy. J. Lee Stall, CCM, CCE has received his 30 year pin signifying 30 years of membership in the Club Management Association of America. A retired Club Manager, Lee is available for Interim Management opportunities in Private Membership Clubs throughout the United States. Lee is currently serving as Interim General Manager of Houston Yacht Club, located in Shoreacres, TX.
1983
Craig Demarest has been named Vice President and CFO of Crown Crafts, Inc. Elwood Gonzales resumed his career in program management, taking a position with CRL Technologies Inc. He has been working for the past year as the senior Program Analyst on the Communications Upgrade Project for the CMV-22, the Navy’s newest aircraft. The project is developing and installing a Link 16 system for improved situational awareness and a satellite phone system for beyond line of sight communication capability. He now lives in Leonardtown, a beautiful historic small town in St. Mary’s County in southern Maryland. Gregory Vargas recently retired from DHS-Immigration & Customs Enforcement after 36 years of federal law enforcement.
1984
Troy Manthey and his company Yacht Starship were awarded business of the year by the Tampa Police Department.
Albert S. Pappalardo, Jr., Pappalardo Agency, Inc. has been named the 2021 Agent of the Year by the Professional Insurance Agents of Louisiana. Don Welty and Tina Welty of Welty’s Deli still makes its gargantuan sandwiches and hefty salads. Right now though, what’s keeping the lights on at Welty’s are meals bound for people whom they may never see. Every few days, the Welty’s crew cooks up a big batch of pasta Bolognese, which is packed for individual meals by the hundreds, and distributes it to groups feeding local people in need. Welty’s is one of many restaurants cooking for the city’s community feeding program, which since the summer, has been paying restaurants to prepare meals for people impacted by the pandemic.
1985
Wayne Schexnayder recently graduated from the University of Holy Cross with his Masters in Education in Teaching and Learning with a Concentration in Special Education. He is currently employed by the Jefferson Parish School System as a Special Education Teacher working with Autistic and Developmentally Delayed children.
1986
Dominick Latino, owner of Column Law Firm since 2016, has opened Column Title, a real estate closing company.
1987
Dr. Derek Metoyer MD was appointed to serve on the Opelousas General Hospital Trust Authority board of trustees.
1988
Emmett Dupas and his team at Bienville Capital Group have been named to the 2020 NAPA List of Top DC Advisor Teams.
Corey Rosemond has joined Roll20 as its chief operating officer. Roll20 specializes in role-playing games, and Corey brings a wealth of experience in gaming hardware and software to the tabletop industry. Previously, Corey was VP of operations for the American subsidiary of Nacon. Nacon is a French hardware and software company, primarily in console and PC gaming.
1989
Michael Beninato is the Lead Clinical Orthopaedic Physician Assistant with Slidell Memorial associated with Ochsner Medical Center. He achieved the rank of LTC in Louisiana Army National Guard during 29 years of service and 2 deployments to Iraq. He will be married for 20 years later this month. Kenny Bizot has been named Athletic Director at Mississippi College. Kenny brings more than 20 years coaching and athletic administration experience and is currently wrapping up his final season as the head basketball coach at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Prior to joining Co-Lin, Kenny was an administrator and head coach at the University of Texas at Tyler, where he led his team to the ASC Championship tournament five of his six seasons and was named the ASC East Division Coach of the Year.
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LAW HONOREES Chris Kane ‘96 and Billy Swaim ‘94 have been recognized by New Orleans CityBusiness in the “2021 Leadership in Law Honorees.” Chris is a Partner and Global Trade, Transportation, and Logistics Team Leader at Adams & Reese LLP. Billy is a Director at Galloway, Johnson Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Kevin J. Morris has been appointed as the President of Holly & Smith Architects and will lead the firm in strategic planning, marketing, and business development. Holly & Smith, with 40 years of practicing architecture in southeast Louisiana, has numerous ongoing projects in the Educational, Healthcare, and Corporate Office arenas.
1991
Michael Christner, MD has been named Medical Director of North Oaks Occupational Health Services.
1992
Christopher Kovatch has been elected as the second Vice President of the Louisiana High School Basketball Coaches Association.
Brian Coogan has been named Chief Financial Officer of the Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority.
1993
Andre Belanger, attorney with Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger, recently argued Edwards v Vannoy before the United States Supreme Court. The issue was whether the Court’s prohibition on Louisiana’s non-unanimous jury system applies to people whose convictions are final and now serving time in jail. Louisiana and Oregon were the only two states allowing convictions in this manner. Commander Lynn J. Primeaux has retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of Active Service. In his most recent post, he served as the Director of Supply for the Board of Inspection and Survey, the Navy’s premier fleet readiness inspection team. He and his team inspected more than 100 warships around the world, for which he received the Meritorious Service Medal.
1995
Robert J. Delaune, Jr., P.E. is the ASCE New Orleans Branch 2020 Outstanding Civil Engineer Award winner. Robert is Vice President at Digital Engineering and Imaging, Inc. where he has worked for more than 19 years and became a partner in 2012.
Tristan Sands, MD, PhD is an assistant professor of neurology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) in the Division of Child Neurology and the Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM). Tristan completed his child neurology residency at the University of California, San Francisco under the mentorship of Dr. Roberta Cilio and epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology fellowships at Columbia University Irving Medical Center under the tutelage of Dr. Cigdem Akman and Dr. James Riviello. He is a pediatric and neonatal neurologist and epileptologist with clinical and research focus on seizures, epilepsies, and developmental and epileptic encephalopathies resulting from genetic causes.
1996
Jason Villemarette was awarded the Friends of City Park Community Leader of the Year.
Joe Schick has been hired as a realtor for Athena Real Estate.
1998
Scott Wolfe, Jr., Levelset CEO, was recognized as one of the “Best CEOs for Women 2021” by Comparably.com. Comparably’s Best CEOs for Women 2021 list is derived from ratings solely provided by female employees who anonymously rated their CEOs on Comparably.com over a 12-month period. The final data set was compiled from 10 million ratings across 60,000 U.S. companies large and small. Rankings were determined by the most positive sentiment ratings from women about the CEO’s effectiveness and management style. Additional weight was given to companies with more participation from their employee base, relative to their company size, for statistical significance.
1999
Cesar Rico has been hired as Executive Director of English Language Learners for the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.
2000
Ryan Gallagher, Brother Martin Principal, was recognized in Gambit Magazine’s “Frontline People Awards 2021.” Ryan was recognized as one of the city’s frontline heroes as he oversaw the pivot to online learning, created safety protocols for our school, and trained staff and students on how to return to campus safely. Ryan also helped lead the Brother Martin High School student body in assisting others as they dealt with natural disasters and pandemic conditions over the past year. A few of the service initiatives, directed under his leadership, include collecting supplies for Hurricane Laura victims, working with the science department to 3D print and distribute more than 1,700 mask extenders, and creating the school’s NJROTC #CrusadersForHealthWorkers letter-writing program for healthcare professionals. Benjamin Johnson, Maj, USAF, was awarded Distinguished Graduate from the Air Force’s Air Command and Staff College and earned a Masters of Military Operational Art and Science Degree. He will continue at Air Command and Staff College as an instructor in the Department of Leadership. Davey Legendre is President-elect of the Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Davey is Regional Vice President at Clinical Infectious Diseases at Comprehensive Pharmacy Services. Davey has earned an M.B.A. from Western Governors University. He completed his Residency in the field of Infectious Disease at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and a Residency in Pharmacy Practice at West Virginia University. He earned a degree as Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) at University of Louisiana at Monroe and earned his undergraduate degree at University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Excellence in Construction & Real Estate New Orleans CityBusiness 2021 Excellence in Construction & Real Estate Andre Camenzuli ’96, Ryan Allen ’00, Chris Michel ’95, Ben Gootee ’01, and Kyle Sharbonno ’99 Century II 27
2001
2006
Rhett O’Keefe has been hired as Director of the Anti Money Laundering Department at USAA.
2007
Jordan Jeansonne has been named partner at Perrier & Lacoste, LLC.
2002
Brandon Nicolosi has been promoted to Director of Engineering for Kaman Automation Inc, a subsidiary of Kaman Distribution Group, in Dallas, TX. Philip Ruppel has been promoted to Senior Vice President at Advantage Capital. Craig Zeller was recognized as ‘One to Watch: Education’ in New Orleans CityBusiness. Craig is considered to be an essential Partner in Mission at Brother Martin with more than 15 years of experience in the fields of education and technology.
2003
Cameron Lombardo was elected to the 2021 New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors, serving as the Commercial Investment Division Director. William Monson, Marketing Specialist for Ochsner Health, has been named Creative Director for the American Marketing Association New Orleans Chapter’s Board of Directors. Fr. Andrew Sanchez has been assigned by Archbishop Aymond ’67 CJ to St. Francis Xavier Parish. Andrew is a graduate of LSU Dental School and has served as a Dentist in the U.S. Army.
2004
Reed Hotard has been named Head Basketball Coach at Daphne High School in Daphne AL. Reed previously served as assistant coach at McGill Toolen in Mobile for ten years. Michael Pomes is now Partner at Securance Technologies, a New Orleansbased commercial contractor specializing in fire alarm, security, and communications systems.
2005
Raymond Boudreaux, RN, PCCN at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, recently received the Franciscan Service Award. Raymond serves on the Chief Nursing Officer Council, Nursing Research Council, Nurse Executive Council, as well as chairing the Quality Excellence Council and other performance improvement projects. Raymond is a Level 3 bedside nurse in the Clinical Ladder Program, often supervising others on the unit. He supports his fellow team members by providing direct patient care when a fellow team member needs assistance and by providing ideas for structural improvement in the systems of care.
Kyle Hecker has been named to Jefferson Chamber Young Professionals 2021 Steering Committee. Nico Camero joined STOA Architects in Pensacola, Florida as an architectural designer with a focus on commercial and military projects across the southern United States. He has also acquired accreditation as a LEED Green Associate for the sustainable building industry. Aubry Killion reporter at WDSU won his second regional Emmy in December. The award was for a special report on how COVID-19 impacted schools and graduating seniors. Aubry won his first Emmy in 2017 for his breaking news reporting on a catastrophic EF3 tornado that ripped through New Orleans East. This year, Aubry was ranked as one of the top three on air talents in the city by the Press Club of New Orleans. Andrew Koehler was named the 2021 president-elect for the Young Leadership Council, a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic organization that develops young professionals into leaders through community projects. Through volunteer-led community projects, YLC recruits and retains young professionals to New Orleans and creates a positive impact on quality of life in the region. While not volunteering with YLC, Andrew is a Commercial Operations Supervisor at Intralox. He resides in New Orleans with his wife Alexandra and son, James. Derek Plucienski has been named the new men’s golf coach at University of Texas-El Paso. Derek was an All-Conference USA player at Southern Miss before rising through the coaching ranks and spending the last year and a half as the head coach at McNeese State University.
2008
Alex Becnel completed his PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of Holy Cross and has been hired as Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education, Counseling, and Student Affairs at Kansas State University. Brett Laiche graduated from L.S.U. School of Nursing and was the Daisy Award recipient for extraordinary nursing students.
Vincent Dicarlo II has been installed as President of the Greater Baton Rouge Dental Association.
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Andrew Laiche graduated from the Drug Enforcement Agency. He will work for the New Orleans Division in the Monroe field office. Chris Meeks, attorney at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, has been named Magistrate, Regulatory Court for the City of Harahan. Christian Rodriguez has been promoted to Principal at Eskew+Dumez+Ripple. 28 Century II
Dean Lauret ’86, Paul Lauret ’84, Hunter Lassere ’20, and Adam Hamilton ’96
Heroes Brandon Hebert ’17 and Patrick Clark ’15 are serving abroad with the Louisiana National Guard. Also, serving abroad is Matt Williams ’17. SPC Patrick Spedale ’13, on the right in picture, is deployed as a combat medic to the Middle East with the 2-156th Infantry Division of LA Army National Guard.
2009
Chris Carmouche MD has been named an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at The University of Alabama - Birmingham.
2010
Ryan Berger, Kushner LaGraize LLC, has been promoted to Tax Manager 1.
Major League Debut Greg Deichmann ’14 was “called up” from Triple-A Iowa by the Chicago Cubs and he made his Major League debut, starting in right field in early August. Greg blooped a single to right field for his first major-league hit in his first game and drove in his first run later in the series. Alumni, family, and friends were in Chicago to show their support.
2012
Justin Boone has been promoted to the position of Mayor Cantrell’s Executive Office Director, where he will lead the day to day operations, briefings, and staffing of the Mayor and her office.
2013
Dustin Smith was admitted to graduate school at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
2014
Ben Gutierrez is working as an Assistant Director of International Admissions for the undergraduate programs at Johns Hopkins University.
Brandon Macheca was named Officer of the Year by the City of Gretna Police Department.
Gavin Labourdette is now Co-owner of Happy Italian Pizzeria in Harahan. Ian O’Cain has been promoted to Director of Technology at Eschew+Dumez+Ripple.
2011
Michael Vinsanau has been appointed Director of Public Information/Public Information Officer for St. Tammany Parish.
LEGACY A family of Crusaders celebrated Eric Gardebled ’21 joining the ranks of Alumni.
Jordan Cornish has been certified as an NBPA Agent and will be working as Talent Scout/Player Relations with Beyond Athlete Management.
Joseph Ricci has been inducted into Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society at Southeastern Louisiana University. Additionally in September, he was named Distinguished Graduate Fellow for the History Graduate Program and successfully passed his Comprehensive Final exams for his Master’s Degree with Distinction, earning the top marks on five out of six questions. Joseph defended his thesis in April and graduated in May with his Master of Arts, specializing in American and Global Military History from 1800-1945. Clayton “CJ” Stall graduated from the University of New Orleans in December. Majoring in Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism, CJ has accepted the position of Assistant Manager at the Country Club of Jackson, Mississippi. CCJ is the host site of the Sanderson Farms Championships and is an annual stop on the PGA tour. Previous to his position at CCJ, CJ was employed at New Orleans Lawn Tennis Club, serving in various positions, for the past ten years. Josh Tapia graduated from Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas with a Master of Science in Sport Management. He will continue his education and attend Tulane University in August to pursue a Master of Business Administration.
2015
Alex Aleman has been hired by Athena Real Estate as a realtor.
2015 Roger Baudier ’08, Jules LeBon ’61 SA, Tommy LeBon ’72, Christopher Gardebled ’19, Bobby Gardebled, Jr. ’82, Eric Gardebled ’21, Benjamin Dufour ’18, and Brian Dufour ’82
Daniel Brignac has been accepted to a PhD Program at UCF for Computer Science where he will be studying under Prof. Abhijit Mahalanobis in computer vision applications.
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Rory Luke has been named a Dean’s Scholar for the Fall 2020 Semester at LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center. Only those students whose academic averages for the semester place them in the top 25% of their class are honored as Dean’s Scholars for this academic achievement.
2016
St. Aloysius 1966 Lunch
Heath Boudreaux scored a hole in one at the local Junior Achievement golf tournament at City Park and won a brand new Land Rover Defender. Ross Brown is the Assistant Golf Pro at Charlotte Country Club in NC.
Blair Frederick received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of New Orleans. During his years as an undergraduate, Blair’s honors included Dean’s List, President’s List, and Magna Cum Laude. Blair is currently enrolled in the Xavier University of Louisiana Graduate School Educational Leadership program and is a member of the Xavier University of Louisiana Baseball Team. Keagan Gillies, a pitcher for Tulane, was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the MLB Draft.
2017
Specialist Brandon Hebert, U.S.A., recently was awarded the Army Achievement Medal for his service during COVID-19 operations. He is also currently deployed for one year to the Middle East. Brandon was recently promoted to Sergeant while deployed to the Middle East with the Louisiana Army National Guard. He is with the 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.
2019 Jake Bodino, freshman lacrosse goalkeeper, was named University of Montevallo Athletics Player of the Week in early April. Brady Faust helped lead the New Orleans Boosters to the AAABA National Tournament Championship. Brady plays for Southern Miss and made the Dean’s List for the Spring 2020 and Fall 2019 semesters and received a spot on the C-USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll.
2020
Jackson Barousse and Cody Smith made the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Pride of Acadiana Marching Band for 2020-2021.
City Business Money Makers The following Alumni were recognized as 2021 CityBusiness “Money Makers.” Money Makers recognizes the professionals whose fiscal work has set the tone for their companies and the region. Corporate Carroll Bourlet ’65 CJ, Finance Director at Brother Martin High School Kyle Lawson ’04, Chief Financial Officer at Abadie-Williams LLC Investment Frank deVay ’79, Managing Director at Chaffe & Associates, Inc. 30 Century II
Members of the St. Aloysius Class of 1966 gathered for lunch with Bro. Paul Montero, S.C. in Baton Rouge in mid-July. The Aloysius Class of 1966 gathers frequently and continues to be one of our more active and generous classes. Ethan Dupas and Carson Scott are interning with Bienville Capital Group this summer. Ethan recently completed his freshman year at Loyola University Chicago where he is studying Finance. He is on the Track and Field team, and in his free time, he enjoys playing golf. Carson recently completed his freshman year at Notre Dame, where he is studying Economics with a minor in Real Estate. Carson is an officer for the Notre Dame Club Lacrosse team, and in his free time, he enjoys watching sports. Tre’ Morgan, first baseman for LSU, was named Freshman AllAmerican by Collegiate Baseball and was named Second-Team All-SEC. Brennan Stuprich, freshman pitcher for Southeastern Louisiana University, was named Southland Conference Freshman of the Year. Brennan led the conference with a 2.17 ERA while also ranking seventh in both wins (6) and innings pitched (74.1), 9th in opponent batting average (.225), & 13th in strikeouts (62).
2021
Gary Sandrock signed with the U.N.O. Track & Field Team. Gary was honored as a member of the 2020-2021 LHSAA All-State Team after a standout season in both cross-country and track. On the track, Gary was a 2021 state finalist in the 1600 and 3200. He went on to finish fourth in the 3200 at the state championship meet. Gary also had great success on the course as he finished seventh overall at the 2020 Louisiana Cross Country Championships and was named to NOLA.com’s 2020 All-Metro Cross Country team.
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Weddings 1986 Erroll George to Dana Harrison 1996 Patrick Chambless to Jennifer Fabre Shawn Potter to Chloe Tassin 1998 Clark Nocentelli Jr. to Shelly Guillot 1999 Jonathan Foucheaux to Maria Vitali 2000 Paul Fisher to Madison Standridge 2001 Chris Martin to Tori Bracey Aaron Theriot to Alexandra Bean Duong Thanh Tu to Nhac Giai Ky 2002 Shaun Walker to Jessica Landry 2003 Drew Haro to Lauren Fiasconaro Ben Relle to Jolie Thibodaux 2004 Sean Maher to Zoe Brauner
2005 Casey Candebat to Ashley Bond Robert Glenn to Jessica Gagliano 2007 Brendan Buras to Kim Pham Chris Green to Aubrie Parker 2008 Chris Jays to Rachel Detloff Casey Keiser to Meredith Dubos Matt Nalley to Nicole Rico Justin Davis to Shelby Scharfenstein Derek Smith to Victoria McHenry 2009 Hayden Condon to Shelby Guinot 2010 Chas’se Boudreaux to Lillian Custodio Chuck Camp to Shelby Spartz Nicholas Cox to Shelby Webb Ben Gutierrez to Madison Held Rashad Haynes to Asa Goins Gavin Labourdette to Kerry Engoron Daniel Nally to McKay Jordan Kevin Lamb to Camila Cardoso
2011 Randon Galley to Katie Troxler Chris Lynch to Jessie Hymel Michael Vinsanau to Alexis Pechon 2012 Zachary Begoun to Sydney Richardelle Nick Bernard to Maddy Ogea Phillip La Borde to Ann-Marie Murat Josh Lumpkin to Tiffany Keovoravong TeeJay Nash to Whitney Hinton Jordan Womac to Lauren Scioneaux 2013 Ryan Hoefeld to Sam Olivero Hector Lopez III to Brooke Duron Nathaniel Peters to Naomi Hill Michael Rumney to Nicole Castro 2014 Ben East to Taylor Viator 2015 Andrew Benfatti to Tyler Michel
Class Committees
Homecoming October 15, 2021
There are a number of opportunities for you to participate in the Brothers of the Sacred Heart of New Orleans Alumni Association. In an effort to expand and to improve our communication, we are asking our Class Reunion Committees to remain active every year, all year. We ask that you consider joining your Class Committee to ensure our success! Committee Responsibilities: • Communicate with classmates about Brother Martin events • Contact and encourage classmates to remain connected to Brother Martin and to participate in events • Assist in locating missing classmates and updating contact information
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If you are interested or if you have any questions, then call Kenny Spellman ’84 at 504-284-6700 or email kspellman@brothermartin.com.
Reunion Schedule 1970 1975 1976 1980 1990
September 25, 2021 October 7, 2021 August 21, 2021 November 20, 2021 September 11, 2011
Chateau Golf and Country Club Mano’s Restaurant Filmore in the Oaks Francesca’s Southport Hall
1991 2000 2001 2010
August 14, 2021 September 25, 2021 November 20, 2021 October 9, 2021
Rock ‘n’ Bowl Evangeline Lounge Mid-City Rock ‘n’ Bowl Southport Hall
Brother Martin High School events will follow all city and state health guidelines Century II 31
Births 1993 Martin Eric to Esmeralda and Lynn Primeaux Theodore Jon to Lauren and Ray Salimbangon Lucas Long Trang Pham and Andrew Zummo 1996 Oris Louis to Hillary and Randy Hanning 1997 Lucas Robert to Kathleen and Jessi Jacobi Grayson Scott to Amanda and Jason Loga 1999 Brooklyn Elizabeth to Amanda and Dave Barker Luke Jeffery to Ann Elise and Dominic Lopez Truett Michael to Heather and Chip Trosclair Juliette Diane to Erin and Lee Voelkel 2000 Noah Paul to Ashley and Blair Constant 2001 Brooks John to Jenee’ and B.J. Branigan Reese Collins to Dawn and Paul Theriot 2002 Gianna Marie to Katie and Nick Aleman Kaleb Joseph to Emily and Joey Barnitz Oscar George to Mary and Geoffrey Gauchet Cooper Flanagan to Taylor and Sean Ross 2003 Addison Baker to Brittany and Sean Ayers Owen Douglas to Alison and Corey Francis Thea Marie to Valerie and Zack Laster 2004 Grant Paul to Ashley and Paul Lastrapes 2005 Virginia Frances to Emily and Patrick Aucoin Bryce Daniel to Alyssa and Blake Bourgeois Sawyer Jaxon-Tobechukwu to Stephanie and Sean Chambliss Nicolette Sue to Fallyn and Justin Chuter James Jerzy to Paula and Russell Gladwell Henry Louis to Katie and Kevin Hahn Catalina Elise to Amanda and Julio Marin Everette Gregory to Kori and Joe Palestina Wyatt to Brooke and Moe Thrift 2006 Tori Gee to Brandy and D.J. Augustin Jackson Patrick to Heather and Neil Bourgeois James John lll to Kaitlin and James Casadaban, Jr. Camilo Andres to Gabriela and David Delgado Maurice Joseph V to Crystal and Maurice DuCarpe Hudson James Amanda and Randy Marvin Cruz Edward to Jourdan and Will McSweeney Adalynne Collette to Angela and Sidney Rougelot Crimson & Gold Network Young Professionals (CGN-YP)
The CGN-YP provides an opportunity for Alumni in their 20s and 30s to network, share information, and conduct business with fellow Alumni. If you are interested in joining the CGN-YP, then contact Gillen Briede at 504-284-6700 ext. 3294 or gbriede@brothermartin.com or Justin Fleetwood at 504-283-1561 ext. 3063 or jfleetwood@brothermartin.com 32 Century II
2007 Leighton Lee to Chandler and Daniel Dauterive Evelyn Rose to Colleen and Will Eddington John Ashforth to Kathleen and Cameron Moises Autumn Lynell to Savannah and Derek Smith 2008 Everett Michael to Caitlin and Kyle Aucoin Lucy Ray to Stephanie and Ray Boasso Rowan Daniel to Desiree and Kieran Donegan James Paul to Emily and Eric Farrington Liam Bradley to Bethany and Brad Franklin Stella Jane to Erika and Ryan Gabb Austin Reed to Jamie and Reed Kelly Georgie James to Lauren and Hunter LeBlanc Sawyer Ophelia to Courtney and Nicholas Ponthieux 2009 Kevin Ezekiel to Jana and Matt Bonura Remi Jade to Berry and Hunter Boudreaux Alma Sofia to Melissa and James Connick Samuel Christopher to Lauren and Chris Carmouche Avery Jo to Georgia and Mason Montney Greyson Oliver to Destinee and Anthony Ramos Skylar Kate to Shelby and Brent Spitale Cooper Steven to Devan and Scott Swiler William Allen to Alex and Jeremy Toepfer 2010 Jack Joseph to Megan and Sam Engro Sarah Ann to Madelyn and Ryan Maldonado Collins Jo to Savanna and SeanMcMullen Nolan Joseph to Ashley and Logan Riddell Ace Joseph to Stephanie and Josh Wood 2011 Victoria Elizabeth to Dominique and Connor Townsend 2012 Josephine Amelia to Morgan and Zachary Keller 2013 McKenzie Grace to Samantha and Jonathan Ebersole Luca to Alexis and Paul Paternostro 2014 Olivia Grace to Lizzie and Will Clapp Addison Grace to Emily and Brandon Macheca Gabriel Raymond to Simone and Anthony Pennington 2016 Lillian Kaye and Eleanor Colleen to Olivia and Mark Kingsbery
“Little Kentucky” By Brother Neal Golden, S.C. ’57 CJ
An article that appeared in the January 7, 1951, Sunday supplement of the Times-Picayune referred to the St. Aloysius basketball program as “Little Kentucky.” The moniker was intended as a compliment since Kentucky under legendary Coach Adolph Rupp dominated the Southeastern Conference in basketball, winning 14 of the last 18 championships at that point. Under 30-year-old Johnny Altobello, who took over from Brother Ralph, S.C., as basketball coach in 1947, the Crusaders had won 54 of 56 prep games and 82 of 90 games overall, including two losses to the Loyola Wolfpups (freshman team).
The prep schedule called for Aloysius to play their toughest opponent, Jesuit, first. The Crusaders eked out a 42-36 victory at the Lyons Youth Center. Delpit led the scoring with 15.
1952 AA State Champions L-R Back row: Coach John Altobello, Roger Mmahat manager, Mike Conlin, Paul Centanni, Bob Skrokov, Anthony Imbraguglio, Jerry Cambre, John Murret, Joe Mahoney, Paul Zinser, Al Jacobs manager L-R Front row: James Casabat, Bobby Stechmann, Joe Trapani, Captain Bobby Delpit, Joe Murray, Merlin Bily, Roy Tujague
Johnny deflected praise. “That’s what happens when you get the players.” The author of the article wrote: “How did they [St. Aloysius] grow such a quick crop of titles? You’ll hear a lot of answers to that question. Is it because they have the opportunity to develop promising young lads in the seventh and eighth grades of their grammar school? Holy Cross has the same deal, and Redemptorist has a whole grammar school to play around with. “Is it because they offer more scholarships than other schools in the city? Even their rivals will grudgingly admit that this isn’t so. One Catholic school has made no bones about the fact it dished out 28 gratis tickets to athletes last year; another offered four kids from the same grammar school team a free ride. In contrast to these practices, look at the statement attributed to an important Aloysius school official by a local sportswriter: ‘We have athletics a St. Aloysius because we HAVE to have them.’ The answer to the Crusaders’ success in basketball may well be wrapped up in one word: Altobello. Though he will be the first to discount this, it is no mere coincidence that the school’s winning ways began with Altobello’s tenure of office.” The Crimson Knights had won the city championship all four years Altobello coached the team. Altobello’s 1949-50 squad had reached the state finals, losing to Baton Rouge High and future NBA Hall of Famer Bob Pettit. Three starters from the state finalists returned for their senior year in 1950-51: center Dick Brennan, guard Hal Cervini, and forward Arthur Franz. They were joined in the starting five by senior Crit Lorio and sophomore John “Boogie” Murret. The Crusaders were so good that they beat the Loyola Freshman Team in backto-back games 39-37 and 47-38. Aloysius defeated fellow Brothers of the Sacred Heart high schools by embarrassing margins: St. Stanislaus 60-30, Catholic High 62-21, and McGill 53-28. The big event of the pre-district season was the first annual CYO Tournament at Tulane Gym. The Saders beat Redemptorist 38-23 in the semifinals, then downed Jesuit 41-33 for the championship. Brennan and Delpit made the AllTournament team, and Delpit added the Archbishop Rummel Award as the Most Valuable Player.
The next four opponents were public schools who each lost by at least 19: Easton 54-29 in a game highlighted by Delpit’s 44’ basket with 10 seconds left in the first half, Nicholls 54-18 at Behrman Gym, S. J. Peters 54-15 as Brennan canned 25, and Fortier at Lyons Center 5031 for Altobello’s 100th win at St. Aloysius. The onslaught continued with romps over Redemptorist 5831 and Holy Cross 71-25 to complete the first round undefeated.
The second round was more of the same with the only stiff competition provided by Jesuit in the opener in their gym 41-37. Fortier’s only two prep losses were to Aloysius. The state tournament was held at the Louisiana Tech gym in Ruston with Aloysius “billed as the state’s top team.” “Displaying a smooth floor game … the Saints moved the ball around with perfection and executed their plays excellently,” according to Ted Castillo of the Baton Rouge Morning Advocate. The Crusaders waltzed past Lafayette 56-35 in the opening round. Brennan scored 11 and Delpit 10. Altobello used ten players, giving his starters some rest for the next day’s semifinal and final games. Catholic High provided the opposition in the 11:30 game. The Bears had ousted Fair Park of Shreveport 50-35 as husky Reuben Ruiz, the only senior on the squad, led the scoring with 13 points. CHS had improved since their 62-21 shellacking by the Crusaders in December but not enough to stop the Aloysius Express. With the score 15-11 Aloysius at the first quarter mark, the Saints took command with a 23-7 second period. A reserve lineup played most of the second half in the 5733 rout. Brennan was the only Crusader in double figures (13). In the final against Istrouma, Aloysius paced itself again in the first quarter, leading only 9-8. They widened the margin to five points in the second period before an Indian rally in the final minutes cut the lead to 23-22 at halftime. When would the Crusaders make one of their patented spurts? Midway through the third quarter, ahead only 27-25, the Saints scored six in a row on baskets by Brennan, Delpit, and Lorio. Istrouma responded with four straight points before Lorio, Murret, and Brennan answered with field goals to give Aloysius a 39-31 lead heading into the final period. The closest the Indians could get the rest of the way was five points. Final score: St. Aloysius 50 Istrouma 42. Brennan led all scorers with 20, and Murret tallied 13. The victory gave Aloysius its fourth state basketball championship in school history, with three of them coming during Altobello’s five-year reign as head coach. The victory got top billing on the front page of the Sunday sports section of The Times-Picayune New Orleans States the next day. Brennan and Lorio made first team all-state. (continued on page 34) Century II 33
“Little Kentucky” (continued from page 33) Only two starters returned for 1951-52, but they were good ones: Murret and Delpit. Many reserves who had seen extensive playing time the previous season when the Saints built big leads against so many foes would vie for the remaining three positions. Only four schools entered the CYO Tournament January 3-4. The Crusaders defended their title by defeating Holy Cross 53-34 in the semifinal and Jesuit 39-34 in the title game. The final was tied at 29 after three periods, but Delpit and Anthony Imbraguglio put the Saints in front for good. Both made the All-Tournament, and Delpit won the MVP award for the second straight year. In the last game before league play, the Saints hosted the “Towering Indians” from Istrouma. After leading by only one at the half, Altobello’s gang blitzed the visitors in the second half to win 56-38. It would turn out to be one of only two defeats Istrouma suffered in the regular season. The Crusaders’ winning streak reached 36 games with romps over Nicholls 54-25 and Warren Easton 52-32. But Fortier, with four starters returning from their 1951 semifinal team, edged the Saints 35-31 at Tulane. Three nights later against Jesuit at Behrman Gym, the Saders started as if they were still stunned by the loss, falling behind by 10 at the half. They fought back and eked out a 30-26 triumph. The Saints roared to a 17-2 first quarter advantage against Redemptorist at Kingsley House and coasted to a 61-30 victory. Then they returned to their slowstart ways against Holy Cross at home. They trailed 15-9 at the end of the first quarter and 30-27 at the half. But they rallied to lead 43-38 at the end of the third period on their way to a 59-48 victory. The Crusaders found their stride in the second round to finish atop the prep league for the sixth straight year. After dispatching Nicholls 57-41 and Easton 53-26, the Saints faced Fortier, their first round conqueror, before 4,000 fans at Tulane. The Tarpons started strong, hitting 50% of their shots to lead 22-12 at the half. Whatever defensive adjustments Altobello made at the break worked because Fortier failed to score a field goal the second half and overtime, in part because the Tarpons tried to hold the ball and sit on their lead. However, the Crusaders couldn’t generate much offense themselves. The game was deadlocked at 27 when Paul Zinser followed up Delpit’s missed shot for the only points in overtime to win 29-27. The rest of the round was a cakewalk: Jesuit 42-20, Redemptorist 70-41, and Holy Cross 55-40. Those wins moved the Crusaders’ record entering the state tournament to 18-1. Boogie Murret (“the ball-handler”) and Bobby Delpit (‘the hurry-up clutch guy”) made the Item All-Prep team. Merlin Bily made second team. The eight-team state AA tournament was held at Northwestern State in Natchitoches. Castillo described Aloysius as “a typical Johnny Altobello team which lacks nothing but height.” The Saints led Lake Charles 29-22 at halftime,
Action at Tulane Gym between Aloysius (in white) and Fortier 40-30 after three quarters, and Action against Jesuit in the CYO Tournament 56-32 at the final horn. Altobello at Tulane Gym had his third stringers on the court in the last minutes. Delpit stayed in long enough to score 17 points, tops for Aloysius by five. The Crusaders changed their pattern in the semifinal against Bogalusa. They started like a house afire, leading 17-3 at the first break. They coasted to a 44-30 victory as Altobello again rested his starters for the finals that night. N. Charles Wicker of the Times-Picayune wrote that, “It took one of the greatest comebacks ever seen in a class double A tournament for the Crusaders to beat the Bolton Bears of Alexandria, 52-50.” Behind 32-18 at the half after scoring the last four points before the break, Aloysius started pressing the Bruins to cut the lead to 39-37 at the end of the third quarter. Zinser knotted the count early in the final period, and it was nip and tuck from there. Paul hit a basket to put the Crusaders on top 52-50 with two minutes to play. When the Crusaders got the ball back, Delpit put on a one-man freeze until time ran out. Bobby led the Aloysius scoring with 17 followed by Imbraguglio’s 12 and Zinser’s 11. Murret and Delpit made the All-State team. The Crusaders’ record in Altobello’s six years as coach was an incredible 132-7 against high school teams, including 79-3 in prep games. Johnny finished an outstanding year by coaching the Aloysius baseball team to the AA state championship. March 29, 1952, became a fateful date in the history of St. Aloysius. That was the day on which Johnny Altobello dropped a bombshell on Crescent City prep sports. He announced that he was leaving Aloysius at the end of the school year to take charge of the athletic program at De La Salle High School. The school on St. Charles Avenue would complete its growth, one grade level per year, to a four-year high school for 1952-53.
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In Memoriam
Larry D. Delpit ’48 Larry David Delpit died peacefully of natural causes in December surrounded by family in his home in Rolling Hills, Ca. Larry was the 1987 Brother Martin Alumnus of the Year. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Delpit, his three children, ten grandchildren, and four greatgrandchildren. 1938 Edward J. Klein 1940 Dr. Thomas J. Garvey, Jr. 1942 Sterling J. Helwick Julius J. Klos, Jr. 1943 Louis Engolia, Jr. Emmett C. Guderian, Jr. Gerard W. Jauchler, MD Eldred L. Maher James B. Sirgo 1944 John V. Ramoneda 1945 Russell F. Hendrick Charles H. Jeanfreau Oscar A Johnson, Jr. 1946 Lloyd A. Gravois, Sr. 1947 Israel P. Banquer Andrew F. Cassara James J. Jeanfreau, Sr. George M. Markey, Jr. Paul C. Perret, Sr. René W. Rizan 1948 Walter P. Landry 1949 Lawrence V. Hartmann, Jr. Joseph L. Lange 1950 Charles J. Faget Arnold J. Nugent Andrew J. Martin Donald J. Villarubia
1951 Emile J. Annaloro Edward H. Bravo James W. Haddican, Sr. 1952 Robert J. Martin Jay P. Roussel, Sr. Carl F. Saizan, Sr. 1953 Stephen J. Borrello, Jr. Frank C. Develle John B. Habisreitinger, Sr. Arthur H. Lemaire Cyril K. Prudhomme 1955 Thornton E. Kraft 1956 Rodney D. Richardson 1957 Donald C. Makofsky, Sr. SA 1958 Charles L. Bernard SA Dea. Paul A. Cimino CJ Donald A. Lockhart CJ David N. Serpas CJ 1959 John C. Cullen III CJ Gary F. Jourdan SA Donald J. Stollte SA 1960 Michael J. Caminita III SA 1961 Robert S. Conte SA Robert J. Daussat CJ Joseph E. Kastner CJ
Judge Terry Quentin Alarcon ’66 SA died in April. He was the husband of Mollie McCullough Alarcon, the father of Joshua Holland Alarcon and the late Joseph McCullough Alarcon, the brother of Trudy Alarcon Melancon (the late Kirk), and the son of the late Ann Quentin Alarcon and Frederick Joseph Alarcon. He was the 1994 Alumnus of the Year.
1962 George L. Collins, Jr. SA Whitney J. Elfert III CJ James O. McKenna, Jr. SA Lester F. Schwab, Jr. CJ 1963 Paul D. Daverede SA Richard P. Heine SA Guy F. Stacy SA 1965 Craig A. Bauer, PhD CJ Alger F. Davis, Jr. SA 1967 James J. Fitzsimons SA James L. Lemarié CJ John M. Miller, Jr. SA 1968 Keith P. Maher SA 1969 Richard J. Bordelon SA Frederick L. Chaplain, Jr. SA Michael E. Dufrechou, Sr. CJ 1970 Michael P. Donegan Frederick J. Keng John J. Pecoraro Henry A. Schenck, Jr. 1971 Charles L. Butler Michael J. Faust, Sr. George T. Hurban 1972 Warren P. Dubroc 1973 Randall R. Conn Kerry K. Kelly Merwyn J. Miller
1974 James W. Crespo III 1975 William F. Schwertz 1976 Neil S. Gremillion 1977 Sam J. Recile II 1978 Ray A. Conway 1981 Patrick G. Carrigan, Jr. Robert P. Labat 1982 Sean M. Dornan Craig J. Ruiz 1984 Anthony J. Macaluso, Jr. Henry L. Tebbe, Jr. 1986 Patrick J. Morris 1992 Rudolph M. McGann 2003 Brian M. Bersuder 2005 Daniel Morehiser 2006 Tyler Thibodeaux 2007 Brennan M. Graham 2008 Burton J. Himbert 2014 Michael J. Comeaux, Jr. 2022 Brady M. Palmer
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Sacré Coeur Society
On behalf of the Brother Martin Alumni Association, we are proud to announce the formation of the Sacré Coeur Society. The Sacré Coeur Society is a posthumous inspired giving society. Members have either listed Brother Martin in their obituaries in lieu of flowers or have had giving inspired on their behalf. We are grateful for our members’ SACRE COEUR SOCIETYspirit of generosity and the close ties that they held to Brother Martin High School. For more information, please contact Gillen Briede in the Brother Jean Sobert, S.C. Advancement and Alumni Office at 504-284-6700 or email gbriede@brothermartin.com. EST. 2020
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