It is with great sadness that the Holy Name High School Community announces the passing of Tony Ferrante, Class of 1949. An obituary with calling hours and funeral information for Mr. Ferrante can be found at http://bit.ly/1R3AEP2.

Mr. Ferrante loved Holy Name, and was a proud alumnus. During his time as a student, he played football, and was a sophomore on the 1946 Holy Name team that played in front of more than 70,000 people during the Charity Game versus Cathedral Latin at Cleveland Municipal Stadium. Although Holy Name lost that game, Mr. Ferrante played a large role in the team’s success the following year, as the Little Davids beat Cathedral Latin, 14-7 in the 1947 Charity Game.

Following his time at Holy Name, Mr. Ferrante attended John Carroll University on a football scholarship. While there, he met his wife, Josephine, and they married between his junior and senior years of college. After graduating from JCU, Mr. Ferrante served in the United States Army’s medical corps stateside, helping wounded Korean War soldiers who returned to the United States for treatment.

His professional career began at Bobbie Brooks Clothing Co., a women’s apparel company, where he managed their distribution and became president of Brooks Transportation. Eventually, he purchased Kaplan Trucking, a business that continues to be owned and operated by the Ferrante family. In addition to Kaplan Trucking, Mr. Ferrante started Horizon Freight System, and over the years acquired Eastern Express, TRX, DD&S Express trucking companies.

A highly successful businessman and devoted family man, Mr. Ferrante will be forever remembered for his generosity to Holy Name High School. Together with his wife Josephine, Mr. Ferrante made significant contributions to the school’s renovated Library Media Center, which is named in honor of him and his wife.

He also was a major supporter of Holy Name’s initiative to renovate all of the science labs, helping to make the Medical Mutual Patton Physics Lab a success and the future Ferrante Chemistry Lab a growing reality. Additionally, Mr. Ferrante’s donation toward removing old windows and installing new ones throughout the school building has led to lower heating costs, and made the school more energy efficient overall.

The legacy of Mr. Ferrante will continue on through the significant improvements he has helped to make to the school building, as well as through the Ferrante Scholarships that are given to well-deserving Holy Name students each year.

Holy Name Principal Shelbrey Blanc ’95 said, “I first met Mr. Ferrante at the Library Media Center dedication in 2012. From the moment I met him, I could tell he had a great love and passion for Holy Name. He was such a nice, generous, and humble man, and I am grateful for all of his support. I will miss him, but know his legacy will live on through the current and future students who will benefit from his generosity.”

Mr. Ferrante is survived by his wife, Josephine, his son David (fiancée Sara Doran), and his daughters, Nanci Westrick (Dave) and Suzanne Ferrante, as well as three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, three sisters, and many nieces and nephews.

We ask that the entire Holy Name Community prays for the Ferrante Family, and may we always remember Tony Ferrante as a loyal, compassionate, kind, humble, and giving Namer.

Holy Name will be performing in the Cleveland Theatre Conference’s One-Act Play Competition on Saturday, March 12 at John Carroll University. Their performance is scheduled for 2 p.m.

Our talented actors and actresses will be performing The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang. It centers around George
Spelling, an accountant that ends up in a theater with no recollection of any rehearsals. Everyone seems to know him, and what is more, the leading man has been in an accident and he has to “go on for him”!

Once you arrive on-campus at JCU, there will be red Cleveland Theatre Conference (CTC) signs pointing the way to the entrance of the One-Act Play Competition.

The cast members are seniors Sarah Durma, Mason Kuhr and Thomas Joyce, juniors Kyle Wadley and Lizzie Groth, and sophomore Kelly Keefe.

The one-act play is directed by Ms. Tina Callari ’81, and the student director/stage manager is junior Claire Leff.

Holy Name’s actors and actresses did a terrific job at The Cleveland Theatre Conference’s One-Act Play Competition on Saturday, March 12! They performed The Actor’s Nightmare by Christopher Durang, and won the following awards:

Sarah Durma ’16: Won a bronze metal

Kelly Keefe ’18: Won a silver metal

Mason Kuhr ’16: Won the Best Performance award, the highest level of recognition that you can receive!

Kyle Wadley ’17: Won tickets to Playhouse Square

Thomas Joyce ’16 and Lizzie Groth ’17 also delivered outstanding performances, while Claire Leff ’17, Ricky Ortega ’16, and Matthew Maguire ’16 did a great job behind the scenes. A special thanks goes to Ms. Tina Callari ’81, who directed the play.

Congratulations to all who were involved in the One Act!

Terrence (Terry) J. Kenneally, who for the past 18 years has been the Owner/President of Terrence J. Kenneally & Associates in Rocky River, OH, has been named as the President of Holy Name High School.

The announcement was made today by Margaret Lyons, Secretary for Catechetical Formation and Education and Superintendent for the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland. Kenneally will report to Eugene Boyer, Associate Superintendent for Secondary Schools and Newman Campus Ministry.

“It is a privilege and joy, in the name of Bishop Richard G. Lennon, to welcome Terry to assist in the leadership of one of the Bishop’s own schools. Terry joins a long list of those whose love for Holy Name High School led to a key role for its ongoing success,” said Margaret Lyons.

Kenneally has been practicing law for 38 years. He is currently teaching a course in Irish studies at Holy Name. He also writes two articles for the Irish American News, and has written articles for various legal publications as well.

He is a 1967 graduate of Holy Name High School. Kenneally received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Cleveland State University in 1973. He also obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Akron in 1978 and his master’s degree in Irish studies from John Carroll University in 2013.

Kenneally was inducted into the Holy Name Hall of Fame in 1979 and is a former member of its Advisory Board. He is Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) and a Diplomat of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). He has also been recognized for six consecutive years as an Ohio Super Lawyer.

“I have been a Holy Namer since I attended the school,” said Kenneally. My wife and I, and my oldest three children, have all graduated from Holy Name and, hopefully, my two grandsons and two granddaughters will have the same experience.”

Kenneally has been married to his wife, Susan Cejka Kenneally ’67, for 48 years. They have four children, Terry Jr. ’86, Sean ’87, Erin ’89, and Brianne and four grandchildren. He is an active member of St. Martin of Tours Parish in Valley City, where he also serves as a Lector.

Holy Name High School Students, Parents and Guardians: Please remember that all completed 2016-2017 Holy Name Scholarship Applications are due back to school by this Wednesday, March 23. This is before students go home for Easter Break. Scholarship forms can be found at http://www.holynamehs.com/holy-name-high-school-tuition/.

All applications must be in by March 23 deadline. There will be no exceptions. This deadline also applies to junior students who are at their career shadowing assignments this week.

Scholarship forms can be turned in to the Main Office. Office hours this week are as follows:

Monday, March 21: Now until 3 p.m.
Tuesday, March 22: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Parent-Teacher Conferences will be going on from 3-6 p.m.)
Wednesday, March 23: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

If the Main Office is not open, students can also drop their completed applications off in the boxes located outside of the Advancement Wing offices (students may know this area better for the Admissions Office and the HN Room).

Please also remember that if your student received a renewable scholarship during the 2015-2016 school year, he or she must fill out an application for that scholarship again so it can be successfully renewed for the 2016-2017 school year.

If you have any questions about scholarships, please contact Miss Kate McCall at (440) 886-0300 ext. 148 or kmccall@holynamehs.com.

Now one of the largest law firms in the central Ohio region, Kegler Brown established a Cleveland office and grew by more than 30% in Zatezalo’s sixteen-year tenure, a time when many law firms downsized or merged to remain competitive.

“Under Mike’s leadership, we’ve positioned ourselves to evolve alongside the rapidly changing legal industry because of the strategic choices we’ve made,” said Weber. “Our firm continuously innovates and grows in step with our clients’ needs, and our unique firm culture helps us attract more and more opportunities both here and abroad.”

Weber, who began his career as a summer associate with the firm in 1991, has served the firm in numerous leadership positions throughout his career, including most recently as practice management chair, ethics advisor, and as a member of its executive committee. In his role as the firm’s managing director, he will focus primarily on driving workplace culture and growing the firm and its geographic footprint.

“The 25 years Chris has spent with our firm have prepared him exceptionally well to serve as managing director,” said Zatezalo. “He has exceled in previous firm management roles and we’re excited about the leadership he’ll bring to our business, our culture, and, most importantly, our commitment to client service.”

“The firm made an excellent decision in electing Chris,” said Bill Jordan, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at DSW, Inc. “He has a practical and thoughtful approach to solving legal issues- qualities that will suit him very well as the firm’s managing director.”

In addition to his new responsibilities, Weber, a Litigation Counsel of America fellow and a seasoned trial lawyer, will continue to focus his law practice on assisting clients in professional responsibility and legal ethics issues, and civil litigation matters. The Best Lawyers in America identified Chris as its 2015 “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbus for Professional Malpractice Law and as its 2014 “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbus for Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law.

Weber earned his J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law in 1992, is a 1989 graduate of John Carroll University and graduated from Holy Name High School in Parma Heights, Ohio, in 1985.

Holy Name High School |  April 2016

Featured: 2016 “Run for the Roses” Rising Tide Gala Auction Set for Saturday, April 23

Join fellow Holy Name supporters at the “Run for the Roses” 2016 Gala Auction, being held Saturday, April 23 in Holy Name’s Memorial Gymnasium!

Advancement: The $30,000 March Match Goal Has Been Exceeded!

Thanks to the generosity of alumni, parents, and friends, Holy Name exceeded the $30,000 March Match Goal.

Athletics: Green Wave Athletes Wrap Up a Successful 2015-2016 Winter Season

After a successful winter sports season, Green Wave athletes have been recognized for their accomplishments.

Events: Register Today to Attend the 2016 Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic

Make plans now to attend the Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic, taking place Thursday, June 9 at Pine Hills Golf Club.

Activities: Upcoming Events Calendar

Come together with fellow Holy Name Supporters at events in April!

For the complete school and athletic calendar, visit http://www.holynamehs.com/events/.

Holy Name is proud of the following seniors who signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic and academic careers in college next year:

Emily Davis (Parma/St. Anthony of Padua School and Parish)- Women’s Basketball, Shaw University (NC)

Joe Rivera (Cleveland/Charles Mooney School and St. Augustine Parish) – Baseball, Notre Dame College (OH)

We look forward to seeing Emily and Joe excel in the classroom and on either the court or field next year!

Holy Name High School |  May 2016

“Run for the Roses” came to life at the Holy Name Rising Tide Gala Auction on April 23, winning a “Triple Crown” for Holy Name and successfully raising thousands of dollars for the school!

Holy Name earned this Triple Crown after the following wins:

WIN #1: $76,830 raised for Namer in Need – the highest amount of funds raised for Namer in Need in Gala Auction history

WIN #2: Nearly $180,000 raised overall at the Gala Auction – the highest income in Gala Auction history

WIN #3: Holy Name alumni, family, friends, and students celebrated an unbelievable evening that will positively impact the current and future students of our high school.

Congratulations to the $10,000 Winner, Dr. Mary Dy Sivik ’82, who had ticket number 069.

We are also excited for the Curry Family, who won our $1,500 Tuition Raffle, and will have twin freshman boys in the Class of 2020 next year!

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS AND SPONSORS

Live Auction Donors

Sue Paruleski Paulic ’87
Andy Soltis & Kelly Schaedler ’88 Soltis P ’19
Tony Drockton ’84
Dennis ’84 & Pam Stanis ’84 Supelak, P ’13, ’15
Colin Cunningham ’11
Scott Opincar ’87 & Dean DePiero ’86
Denis Bruncak ’72
Tom Leneghan
Driftwood Catering
Susan Means ’71

Decorations Committee Designers & Builders
Bob ’61 & Cecilia Gray
Laura McNamara Gray ’86 P ’14, ’17
Julie Alberty P ’17, ’19

Major gratitude goes to the entire 2016 Gala Auction Committee, including parents, alumni, HN students and friends who helped make this event happen. We are also grateful for all those who attended the Gala Auction, who donated a gift, or who made the evening a success in any way possible.

We especially must recognized 2016 Gala Auction Intern Connor Regan ’16. Connor spent many hours helping to prepare for the event, and at the Gala Auction, he proved to be the most valuable resource to all workers and attendees. We are very proud of him for the tremendous work he accomplished, and wish him the best of luck next year as he continues his education at Ohio University on a full ROTC Scholarship!

Sponsors

Digizoom Video – Rich Stewart
Precision Multimedia – Dave Zarzycki ’86
UV Lighting International – Doug Clarke P ’18
Guardian Alarm
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 38
Fay Sharpe LLP – Joesph D. Dreher P ’18, ’15, ’12, ’10 & Sandra M. Koenig P ’14, ’11
Rinello Builders – Frank N. Rini ’75 P ’03,’06
Mayor Michael Byrne, City of Parma Heights
Center of Orthopedic Surgery
The Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Council – David J. Wondolowski
Coyne Catering at St. Demetrios – Tricia Coyne Schieferstein & Jim Schieferstein P ’17
Fisher Photography – Dave Fisher ’94
Lubrizol
MDI Inc.
Cunningham Paving – Tim ’72, Kevin ’83, Jim ’99, Dan ’12, and Kailee ’16 Cunningham
State Farm Agent Lauren Banaszak P ’18
Plumbers Local 55
Next Day Signs & Graphics – Ted Joyce ’85
Proximity Marking – Mark ’88 & Alison Priebe P ’16, ’18
Rudy’s Strudel – Lidia Polatajko Trempe ’95
Driftwood Catering
Westlake Reed Leskosky
AGS Custom Graphics
Cleveland Motorsports A Bernie Moreno Company
The Cub House Child Care Center – Cathy Harabin Kavalec ’89
The Islander Bar & Grille – Chad Trush ’94 & Joey Canitia P ’15
Core IT Solutions LLC / OCRON – Joe Laviano ’87, P ’15, ’18
Fortuna Funeral Home
Honey Hut Ice Cream
Golubski Funeral Home, Inc.
J & F Transportation Co.
Raven Technological Services – Jim Gorey ’77
Kenneally Family: Terry ’67, Susan ’67, Terry Jr. ’86, Jack, Colin, Sean ’87, Erin ’89, Brianne Kenneally Huber, Jeff Huber, Quinn Kenneally Huber ’30, & Tatum Huber ’32
Emerald Energy, Inc. – Timothy J. Day ’74
Pipefitters Local Union 120 – Terry McCafferty & Neil Giering ’76
KPM, Ltd. – Jim Kavalec ’89 and Joe Kavalec ’83
Troy Entertainment – Pete Troy
Cicerchi Development Company – Rich Cicerchi ’65
Pat Catan’s
Qwestcom Graphics Inc. – Joe Krause ’83, Dave Krause ’87, Tom Day ’02, and Danny Day ’08
G & G Inc. – Patsy Gettens & David Waluse
 

Academics: Academic Banquet Recognizes Top 10% in Each Class

Students in the classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 were recognized at the annual Academic Banquet for their diligent work and successes in the classroom.

Students in the classes of 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 were recognized at the annual Academic Banquet for their diligent work and successes in the classroom. These students, who are all in the top 10% of their class, were given a special commemorative award to acknowledge this achievement. They also celebrated this special day by first attending Mass with their families, and then enjoying a delicious brunch.

The Holy Name community commends the following students for their terrific work in the classroom:

Performing Arts: Congrats to the Cast and Crew of “Anything Goes”!

Led by Director Tina Callari ’81, the cast and crew of “Anything Goes” delivered outstanding performances in Manning Auditorium last month.

From the outstanding acting, singing, and dance numbers, to the terrific costumes and beautiful set design, the production was professional and polished from start to finish. Holy Name is fortunate to have such talented student actors, actresses, musicians, technicians, and artists who devoted their time to making “Anything Goes” a success!

The following people deserve a round of applause:

Alumni: Save the Date for Alumni Reunion Weekend, June 9-11, 2016!

Join fellow alumni, as well as Holy Name friends, June 9-11, 2016 at the Holy Name Alumni Reunion Weekend!

Alumni Golf Outing: Thursday, June 9, 2016
Annual Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic
Pine Hills Golf Club
433 West 130th Street, Hinckley, Ohio 44233
All money raised goes toward the Eugene T. Krakowiak Scholarship Fund
At this time, the Golf Outing is SOLD OUT! If any foursomes become available, the Advancement Office will communicate that to Holy Name alumni and friends.
Sponsorship are still available! Visit http://www.holynamehs.com/golf2016/ to learn more about these opportunities. You can also still join us for dinner! Call 440-886-0300 ext. 136 to reserve your dinner ticket.
 
All-School Reunion: Friday, June 10, 2016
School Reunion Event
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Holy Name High School Main Gym
$25 per person for food stations, live music – The “Clams” featuring Tina Facca ’82, lead singer
Soft drinks/water/coffee provided
Cash bar (beer & wine)
Visit http://www.holynamehs.com/reunion2016/ to register!
 
NamerFEST – Alumni Family Day: Saturday, June 11, 2016

Alumni Basketball Tournament (Men & Women)
10 a.m. until ?

8th Annual 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
7:30 a.m. Registration opens 8:30 a.m. Run
$25 pre-registration / Student rate $20 / Race Day registration $30 /Family Rate $60 (includes 4 individuals and $10 for each additional child or adult)
Register at http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/holyname.asp or call (216) 623-9933

Alumni Family Picnic
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Back Parking Lot
Face painting, tie-dye t-shirt making, and cornhole games will be available outside
Cookout food will be available to purchase, and you can bring your own sides to share
Live music from the “Clams” Tina Facca ’82 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Mass
4:30 p.m. Mass with Fr. Robert Kraig ’63

Contact Colleen Corrigan Day ’88 at cday@holynamehs.com or (440) 886-0300 ext. 136 with any questions.
 

Activities: Upcoming Events Calendar

May is a busy month at Holy Name. Join us for these fun events!

Saturday, May 7: Strikeout Cancer Softball Charity Fundraiser at Ehrnfelt Recreation Fields in Strongsville, 12 p.m.
Wednesday, May 11: Parma Heights Fire Department Senior Safety Presentation
Wednesday, May 11: Lunch and Learn with Ron Finklestein in the HN Room, 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, May 14: Senior Prom at Windows on the River
Monday, May 16: Class of 2016 – No Classes
Monday, May 16: Sports Boosters Meeting in HN Athletic Classroom, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 19: Senior Awards Assembly, 8 a.m.
Friday, May 20 – Wednesday, May 25: Senior Exams
Sunday, May 22: Spring Concert and Art Show, 3 p.m.
Monday, May 23: Junior Awards Assembly, 8 a.m.
Tuesday, May 24: Sophomore Awards Assembly, 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 25: Freshmen Awards Assembly, 9:30 a.m.
Thursday, May 26: Mass and Tribute to Mary, 10 a.m.
Thursday, May 26 and Friday, May 27: Underclassmen Final Exams
Friday, May 27: Commencement at St. Columbkille in Parma, 7:30 p.m. (Tickets needed)
Monday, May 30: Memorial Day – No Classes
Tuesday, May 31 and Wednesday, June 1: Underclassmen Final Exams
Wednesday, June 1: Last Day of Classes for Underclassmen

For the complete school and athletic calendar, visit http://www.holynamehs.com/events/.

On Thursday, May 12, Holy Name students spent a day at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea participating in “Arts for All.” This day is devoted to giving developmentally disabled children the opportunity to make art, sing and dance to live music! Holy Name students spent the day volunteering and helping with a variety of arts activities, including face painting (which the kids LOVED!). It truly was a great day for all!

We are so proud to share that Josh Foreman ’16 and Mr. Joe Langa ’75, are featured in an article now available on Cleveland.com. The story focuses on Josh, who is blind, and the incredible journey he has had as a Holy Name student, thanks to help from Mr. Langa. Click here to read this wonderful story about Josh and Mr. Langa.

Thank you to Plain Dealer reporter Michael McIntyre and photographer Marvin Fong for capturing this story!

Holy Name High School |  June 2016

 
 
Featured: Show Your Namer Pride at Reunion Weekend, June 9-11, 2016

The 2016 Holy Name Reunion Weekend is just over a week away! Join us at the fun events we have lined up for Thursday, June 9 – Saturday, June 11.

Thursday, June 9

Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic – SOLD OUT!
Pine Hills Golf Club
433 W 130th Street
Hinckley, Ohio 44233
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. Shotgun Start

Thank you to all who have registered to play in the Krakowiak Golf Classic! Although all foursomes are full, we still welcome you to join us for dinner that afternoon. If you are interested in attending the dinner, please contact Colleen Corrigan Day ’88 at cday@holynamehs.com, or at (440) 886-3000 ext. 136.

Friday, June 10

All-School Reunion
Holy Name High School Main Gym
6000 Queens Highway
Parma Heights, Ohio 44130
6 p.m.
$25 per person
https://hnhsph.ejoinme.org/2016reunion

All alumni, especially those who graduated in years ending in 1 or 6, are invited to attend this entertaining evening to reminisce with classmates and catch up with old friends! Food stations by Coyne Catering will be available, along with a cash bar. The Clams, a local band featuring Tina Facca ’82, will provide live music!

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors Watch Party
Holy Name
Doors Open at 8:30 p.m.
FREE EVENT!
Cash Bar Available
RSVP to Colleen Corrigan Day cday@holynamehs.com or at (440) 886-0300 ext. 136

Saturday, June 11

Big Creek 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
Holy Name High School and Big Creek Metroparks
$25 Pre-Registration, $30 Day of Event
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:30 a.m. 5K Race Begins
8:35 a.m. 1 Mile Walk Begins
Register online at http://www.hermescleveland.com/roadracing/events/holyname.asp

Alumni Family Day
1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
School Building Open
Food by Coyne Catering Available for Purchase
Class of 2020 Tie-Dye T-Shirt Making Activity!

Family Mass
Celebrated by Fr. Bob Kraig ’63, Pastor of St. John Neumann, Strongsville
4:30 p.m.
 

Advancement: Make a Difference with a Gift to the Annual Fund

Thanks to our generous supporters, we have raised over $140,000 for our Annual Fund. Help us meet our goal of $175,000 by giving your gift by June 30. Your gift will help defray operating costs associated with running our school and providing a premier education to our students.

Wondering how to donate? Here are three easy ways that you can give today!

1. Mail in your donation to Holy Name High School, Attn. Advancement Office, 6000 Queens Highway, Parma Heights, Ohio 44130
2. Go online to www.holynamehs.com/donate-to-hn/
3. Call (440) 886-0300 ext. 136 and make your gift over the phone

With your help, Holy Name will continue to be a vibrant, faith-centered community that provides an outstanding college preparatory education to hundreds of students each year. Thank you in advance for making a difference at Holy Name!
 

Athletics: Spring Student-Athletes Close Out Terrific Seasons

Green Wave baseball, lacrosse, softball, and track & field student-athletes recently finished strong spring campaigns. We look forward to the 2017 season, and wish the seniors the best of luck in the future!

Baseball

The team finished 10-17 overall, with a 4-8 record in their inaugural year in the Great Lakes Conference. After beating conference foe Rocky River in the first round of the Sectional Tournament, the Namers fell to Firelands, 0-2, in the second round of the playoffs.

Liam Cunningham ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference First Team

Tyler Fabian ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference Second Team

Sean McCarthy ’16
All-Great Lakes Conference Honorable Mention
GCBCA All-Star Game Selection
NEOBCA All-Star Game Selection

Joe Rivera ’16
All-Great Lakes Conference Honorable Mention
GCBCA All-Star Game Selection
NEOBCA All-Star Game Selection

Lacrosse

After a regular season that included big wins over rival Padua Franciscan, Cleveland Heights, Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin, and Olmsted Falls, the Green Wave lacrosse team won their first playoff victory against Toledo Central Catholic, 14-4. They ended their season with a second-round playoff loss to Westlake.

Softball

The Lady Namers had a spectacular year on the softball diamond, finishing with a record of 23-5 overall, and 10-2 in the Great Lakes Conference. After a great regular season, the girls beat Fairview in their first game of the Division II Playoffs. They ultimately fell to Lodi Cloverleaf, 1-0, to end their playoff run.

Cassie Bily ’18
All-District Second Team
All-Great Lakes Conference First Team

Nikki Camarati ’18
All-District Second Team
All-Great Lakes Conference First Team

Nikki Ferraro ’16
All-Ohio Honorable Mention
All-District First Team
All-Great Lakes Conference First Team
Great Lakes Conference Position Player of the Year

Katelyn Gray ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference Second Team

Taylor Mountcastle ’18
All-Great Lakes Conference Honorable Mention

Mary Novosel ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference First Team

Avery Revay ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference Honorable Mention

Monica Rusa ’16
All-Great Lakes Conference Second Team

Andrea Spinelli ’17
All-Great Lakes Conference Second Team

Track & Field

Both the girls’ and boys’ track and field teams did well at several meets this season, and the following competitors had top three finishes at the Great Lakes Conference Meet in May:

Malique Burton ’17
Third Place, Shot Put

Sean Halloran ’16
Third Place, Discus Throw

Sarah Hasek ’16, Nicole Sbatella ’17, Brittney Webb ’16, and Meaghan Vrabel ’18
First Place, 4 x 100 Meter Relay

Sarah Hasek ’16
Third Place, High Jump

Hailey Lawler ’18
Third Place, 100 Meter Hurdles

Nicole Sabol ’18
Third Place, Shot Put

Brittney Webb ’16
Third Place, 100 Meter Dash
Third Place, 200 Meter Dash

At the Division II Bedford District Meet, Malique Burton (Shot Put) and Sean Halloran (Discus Throw) qualified for the Division II Austintown Fitch Boys’ Regional Meet, while Nicole Sabol (Discus Throw) qualified for regionals on the girls’ side.
 

Student Life: Class of 2016 Graduates from Holy Name

On Friday, May 27, 130 students graduated from St. Columbkille in Parma to become Holy Name’s 99th graduating class. Parma Municipal Court Judge Deanna O’Donnell, a 1983 graduate, delivered the commencement address, while Elizabeth Springer, the Class of 2016 valedictorian, gave the student address. During the ceremony, the Senior Ensemble also sang a beautiful rendition of “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord).”

All members of the Class of 2016 were recognized as they crossed the altar at St. Columbkille, and received their diplomas. We are proud of each graduate, and pray that the future holds nothing but wonderful experiences and achievements for them. Below you will find the graduates’ names and their plans for next year. Congratulations!

Activities: Upcoming Events Calendar

Although school is out, there are still plenty of events to enjoy at Holy Name this summer!

Wednesday, June 1: Last Day of Underclassmen Finals; Summer Break Begins After Last Exam
Wednesday, June 8: Presentation for Parents by Psychemedics Corporation Vice President George Elder in the Holy Name Main Gym, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 9: Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic at Pine Hills Golf Club in Hinckley, 8:30 a.m.
Friday, June 10: All-School Reunion in the Holy Name Main Gym, 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 11: Holy Name Big Creek 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk at Holy Name and Big Creek Metroparks, 8:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 11: Alumni Family Day at Holy Name, 1 – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 11: Family Mass at Holy Name, 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 7: Class of 2020 Family Mass and Picnic at Holy Name, TBD

For the complete school and athletic calendar, visit http://www.holynamehs.com/events/.

Please note that the Holy Name High School Main Office, as well as all as the Advancement and Admissions Offices, will be closed on Wednesday, June 22, 2016.

All offices will reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 23.

The Holy Name Boys’ Basketball Skills Camp concluded Thursday with a great day of competitions and tournaments. Over 85 campers in grades 3-9 spent four days working on their skills with Green Wave coaches and players. Thanks to everyone who made it a great week. Award winners are as follows:

Dribble Tag
3rd-6th grade – Ryan Hickey
7th-9th grade – Drew Butler

Knockout
3rd-4th grade – Ryan Hickey
5th-6th grade – Drew Styers
7th-8th grade – Kyle Zygmunt
9th grade – Nate Dzuroff

X Out Layups
3rd-6th grade – Aidan Humenik
7th-9th grade – Drew Butler

Free Throws
3rd-6th grade – Ryan Hickey
7th-9th grade – Josh Petrilla

Hot Shot
3rd-6th grade – Nathan Boomer
7th-9th grade – Adam Rini

1 on 1
3rd-4th grade – Drew Styers
5th-6th grade – Charlie Zeller
7th-8th grade – Kyle Zygmunt
9th grade – Kevin Mcloughlin

Team Champ
3rd-6th grade – North Carolina
7th-9th grade – Cleveland Cavaliers​

Holy Name High School |  July 2016

 
 
Featured: Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Set for Sunday, September 25

Save the date for the 2016 Holy Name Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, taking place Sunday, September 25 at 3 p.m. in the Main Gymnasium. Six award winners will be enshrined that evening.

The Holy Name Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2016 includes:
 
Legacy Award – Ray Putka ’42 (Football, Basketball, Hockey and Baseball)
Special Recognition Award – Chris Broussard ’86 (Career Achievement – ESPN Sportswriter)
Athletic Award – John Malone ’71 (Football and Track)
Athletic Award – Duane Piscura ’67 (Football and Baseball)
Athletic Award – Pete Pucher (Head Football Coach, 1966-1970)
Athletic Award – Bill Zowie ’51 (Football)

Tickets to the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will feature a catered dinner, cost $40 per adult and $20 per child (under 12) until Friday, July 29. After July 29, tickets are $50 per adult and $30 per child.

To reserve your ticket for the induction ceremony, visit www.holynamehs.com/2016HOF. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. If you have any questions about ordering tickets, or about securing a sponsorship, please contact Colleen Corrigan Day ’88 at (440) 886-0300 ext. 136, or at cday@holynamehs.com.

Athletics: Sign-Up for the July Grade School Summer Sports Camps

Grade school students are invited to attend boys’ basketball, girls’ basketball and girls’ volleyball camps and clinics this month!

Spots are still available for all sports camps being held at Holy Name in July.

To register your student, visit www.holynamehs.com/summercamps.

The remaining camps are:

Boys’ Basketball Shooting Clinic
Monday, July 11 – Tuesday, July 12
Open to 3rd-9th graders as of August 2016
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.; $50 per participant

Girls’ Basketball Shooting Clinic
Wednesday, July 13 – Thursday, July 14
Open to 5th-9th graders as of August 2016
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.; $40 per participant

Girls’ Volleyball General Skills Camp
Monday, July 18 – Friday, July 22
Open to 3rd-9th graders as of August 2016
Session I (Grades 3-5): 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.; $70 per camper
Session II (Grades 6-7): 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.; $70 per camper
Session III (Grades 8-9): 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.; $90 per camper

Girls’ Volleyball Setting and Hitting Clinic
Monday, July 25 – Tuesday, July 26
Open to 6th-9th graders as of August 2016
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.; $40 per participant
 

Alumni: Thank You for Joining Us at the 2016 Reunion Weekend

From the Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic, to the Big Creek 5K Run, a fun time was had by all at the 2016 Reunion Weekend.

The three-day celebration began on Thursday, June 9 with the Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Classic at Pine Hills Golf Club in Hinckley. It was a beautiful day for the 145 golfers to hit the links and enjoy one another’s company. Although the $10,000 Hole-in-One prize was not won, Bill Cheney ’56, Matt Finkler ’99 and Ryan Weber ’98 took first place in the classic itself. After the golfing concluded, Chad Trush ’94 and the Islander Bar & Grille catered a wonderful meal.

Most importantly, more than $13,500 was raised to go toward the Eugene T. Krakowiak Scholarship Fund at Holy Name, ensuring that Mr. K’s legacy continues to live on in the students who benefit from the generosity of so many alumni and friends.

On Friday night, over 100 alumni and friends came together to celebrate the All-School Reunion. Entertainment was provided by Class of 1982 graduate Tina Facca and her band, The Clams, while Coyne Catering took care of the delicious food. Classmates reminisced over class pictures, yearbooks and other memorabilia, and shared their favorite stories from their time as Holy Name students. At the end of the night, the attendees’ attention shifted to the big screen set up in the gym, and everyone cheered on the Cleveland Cavaliers in their game versus the Golden State Warriors.

Bright and early Saturday morning, runners – and walkers – lined up to take part in the Holy Name Big Creek 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk. Brett Fisher ’01 (19:11) and his wife, Dianne (21:32) won the 5K race!

Throughout the day Saturday, members of the Class of 2020 then came to Holy Name to make special tie-dye t-shirts, while also enjoying cornhole games, as well and burgers and hot dogs. The afternoon concluded with a lovely Mass celebrated by Fr. Bob Kraig ’63, the pastor of St. John Neumann Parish in Strongsville.

For pictures from the various celebrations, visit Holy Name’s Facebook page. You do not need to have a Facebook account to see these pictures!

Thank you to all who attended the Reunion Weekend, and made it a success. We are proud of our alumni, and welcome everyone to attend our next event, the 2016 Homecoming Pre-Game Cookout, at 5 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2016 at North Royalton’s Serpentini Chevrolet Stadium.

Additionally, we thank all who volunteered during the Reunion Weekend festivities, and are especially grateful for the following Eugene T. Krakowiak Golf Sponsors:

Lunch Sponsors:

Terrence J. Kenneally ’67 & Associates
Great Lakes Cold Storage – Pat Gorbett ’71
Terrence McCafferty ’81

Breakfast Sponsors:

Cunningham Paving – Tim Cunningham ’72
Patrick Fogarty ’79
The Jack & Nora Gannon Family
Frank Mahnic
Scott McCafferty ’85
Gene Ptacek & Son Fire Equipment Co.

Beverage Sponsor:

Ownerland Realty – LeRoy Golembiewski ’54

Hole-in-One Sponsor:

Marty Powers ’67

Hole Sponsors:

Larry ’72 & Mary Ann Piechowski ’69 Arthur
Augie’s Catering – Dan ’73 & Debbie D’Amicone ’73 Jenks
Kate Kerlin and David Breslin ’01
Mark ’75 & Mary Beth Krakowiak ’75 Burger
Cunningham Paving – Tim Cunningham ‘72
Kevin ’78 & Diane Godec ’78 Day
Dan ’67 & Peggy Deegan
Brian Downey ’82
Dean DePiero ’86 & Family
Fortuna Funeral Home
Holy Name Sports Boosters
Hooley House – Chad Trush ’94
Ron Iacoboni
The Islander – Chad Trush ’94
J & F Luxury Travel
Jim ’70 & Nancy Gilbride ’70 Joyce
Michele Roth-Kauffman ’86
Joe Koelliker ’64
Lori Zoss ’93 & Dave Kraska
Laborers International Union of North America
Lakeside Supply Company
Jim Mahnic
Dale Mutryn ’66
In Memory of Brian Neary ’67
State Senator Tom Patton
Marty Powers ’67
Jim ’67 & Barb Arko ’67 Prentis
Qwestcom Graphics – Tom Day ’02, Danny Day ’08, Joe Krause ’83
Frank Rini ’75
Jerry ’67 & Carol Malarik ’67 Talboo
Patrick Talty
Mark Termini ’74 Associates Inc.
Floyd Trouten
Tom ’75 & Barbara Vaughn
Vic’s Floral, Inc. – Drew Haney ’65
Greg Walters ’70
Don Wilson ’72
 

Summer Projects: Upgrades Made to Campus During Summer Months

While students are on break, projects are underway to update and improve the school’s facilities. In June, all of the parking lots were re-surfaced and re-lined. The circle that connects Layor Drive and Queens Highway, now named Wondolowski Way, was re-surfaced as well.

Bleachers in the Auxiliary Gym, also known as Manning Auditorium, were removed. With the bleachers now cleared out, there is now room for the installation of more comfortable, up-to-date bleacher seating.

Additionally, the maintenance staff has been hard at work putting new mulch in the landscape beds, cleaning out each classroom, and re-doing the gymnasium floors.

For more updates on building improvements, as well as other school news, visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/holynamehs, or follow us on www.twitter.com at @HNGreenwave!

Activities: Upcoming Events Calendar

Here is a preview of what is scheduled at Holy Name in July and August!

Tuesday, July 5 – Friday, July 8: Classroom Antics Tech Camp
Monday, July 11 – Tuesday, July 12: Boys’ Basketball Shooting Clinic
Wednesday, July 13 – Thursday, July 14: Girls’ Basketball Shooting Clinic
Monday, July 18 – Friday, July 22: Girls’ Volleyball Skills Camp
Monday, July 25 – Tuesday, July 26: Girls’ Volleyball Setting and Hitting Clinic
Sunday, August 7: Class of 2020 Family Mass and Picnic at Holy Name, TBD
Monday, August 22: First Day of Classes for Freshmen
Tuesday, August 23: First Day of Classes for Upperclassmen

For the complete school and athletic calendar, visit http://www.holynamehs.com/events/.

Holy Name congratulates WTWH Media, LLC Co-Founder and Managing Partner Scott McCafferty, a 1985 graduate, on being named a 2016 Northeast Ohio EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Finalist! Scott, along with fellow co-founder and WTWH VP of Sales, Michael Emich, received this honor. For more on Scott, as well as his business success, read this story that is in the latest edition of Smart Business Magazine.

We are also very excited to share that a few of our students are partnering with Scott and WTWH this summer to create a student-run media company. At the end of the summer, we look forward to sharing more details about this exciting opportunity!

The Holy Name Boys’ Basketball Shooting Clinic drew a record high 80 campers this week as boys in grades 3-9 came to work on their shots. The campers spent two days working on their shooting form with Holy Name players and coaches. All the campers did a tremendous job!

Last week, nearly 35 girls participated in the two-day basketball shooting clinic! Thanks to all the campers who attended and worked with our coaches and student helpers to improve their basketball skills.

August 2016 Guidance Counselors’ Office Hours Prior to the Start of School

– On Wednesday, August 17 the Incoming Freshmen Parent Meeting will be held that evening. Counselors will be unavailable after 5 p.m.

– Counselors will be unavailable on Thursday, August 18 due to Faculty In-Service.

– Schedule change fee of $50 is due at time of change. Checks are to be payable to Holy Name High School.

– Schedule Change form must be signed by both parent/guardian and student in order for change to be made. Forms are available online or in the Main Office.