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Athletic Hall of Fame

The Athletic Hall of Fame: Our 13th Induction Class

The Athletic Hall of Fame - 13th Induction Class

The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who distinguished themselves on the Raider playing fields or in endeavors associated with Raider athletics. Inaugurated in 1981, the Athletic Hall of Fame has 151 inductees and strives to honor individuals for “excellence in the ranks of those who wore the Central Catholic Red and Blue.”

The 13th Induction Class (listed below) was celebrated at the Honoring Excellence Champagnat Awards & Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner on May 5, 2022.

Mr. John M. Daileanes '88

Mr. John M. Daileanes '88

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Basketball, Baseball

Cody playing for Mwrrimack

Mr. Cody P. Demers '14

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Football, Track, Baseball

Mr. DiFiore standing against bleachers

Mr. Ernest DiFiore

  • Category: Coach, Administrator
  • Athletic Director, Coach, Teacher

Kayleigh in a gymnastics position

Ms. Kayleigh E. Dugan '16

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Gymnastics, Cheer

Mr. James M. Durkin '00 at a wrestling meet

Mr. James M. Durkin '00

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports:  Football, Wrestling

Shilanna in a gymnastics pose

Ms. Shilanna Gallo '10

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sport: Gymnastics

Timothy Hart '82 jumping for rebound

Atty. Timothy Hart '82

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sport: Basketball

Michael R. Jankowski '87 as goalie

Mr. Michael R. Jankowski '87

  • Categories: Student-Athlete & Coach
  • Sport: Hockey

Runner jumping hurdles

Mr. Ronald W. Karcz '73

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Cross Country, Track

Joe takes a golf swing

Mr. Joseph P. Leavitt '12

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sport: Golf

Steven Mattheos '93 on the soccer field

Dr. Steven Mattheos '93

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Soccer, Basketball

Ms. Hannah L. Mitchell '11

Ms. Hannah L. Mitchell '11

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sport: Swimming

Mr. Nelson Ovalles '97

Mr. Nelson Ovalles '97

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Football, Basketball, Baseball

Mr. Jason M. Sechrist '04

Mr. Jason M. Sechrist '04

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sport: Tennis

Basketball player tossing ball in air

Ms. Courtney R. Walsh '14

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Soccer, Basketball, Track

Mr. James C. Zenevitch '11

  • Category: Student-Athlete
  • Sports: Basketball, Volleyball

The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who distinguished themselves on the Raider playing fields or in endeavors associated with Raider athletics.

Inaugurated in 1981, the Athletic Hall of Fame has 135 inductees and strives to honor individuals for “excellence in the ranks of those who wore the Central Catholic Red and Blue.”

The 13th Induction Class, highlighted above, will be recognized at Honoring Excellence on May 5, 2022.

Cross-Country Team, 1935

Cross Country Team ~ 1935

Casey Grange '03

Casey Grange '03

Athletic Hall of Fame Categories and Eligibility

Aerial view of the CCHS Campus
Angus MacDonald '07

Angus MacDonald '07

Baseball Team ~ 1948

Baseball Team ~ 1948

Chris Lane '90

Chris Lane '90

Hall of Fame Members (by last name)

Anthony D'Agata '65

Anthony D'Agata '65

Hall of Fame Classes and Members (by induction year)

Alana McNeil '04

Alana McNeil '04

Robert Licare '84

Robert Licare '84

Hockey Team ~ 1948

Hockey Team ~ 1948

Ashley Evangelista '09

Ashley Evangelista '09

News from Raider Athletics

Students in front of Tsongas Center

Nine Raider student-athletes participated in the first-ever Merrimack Valley Conference Student-Athlete Leadership Summit in January at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell. The summit brought student-athletes from all member schools together for presentations and discussions to further strengthen the league as one of the top high school leagues in the state. 

Read More about Student Leaders of the MVC
Coach John Sexton '97 walks by the huddle

We are excited to announce that Mr. John Sexton '97 has been named the next Head Coach of Raider Football after an extensive search that began after Mr. Chuck "Coach A" Adamopoulos stepped down in November. Coach Sexton is well positioned to lead Raider Football after serving as a coach for over 20 years.

Read More about Poised to Take the Reins
Runners competing in the race

Every year on the day before Thanksgiving, the Central Catholic Family comes together for the Coach Peter V. O'Sullivan '67 Memorial Alumni Race & Walk. Thank you to everyone who came out on November 23, 2022 for this great event.

Read More about Running for Coach O

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Announcing our 2022 Honorees & Inductees...

Honoring Excellence - The Champagnat Awards & Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner

Room full of people
  • Thursday, May 5, 2022
  • Social Hour: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Dinner & Awards Ceremony: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Andover, 123 Old River Rd, Andover, MA

Honoring Excellence Photos