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Spring 2022
ROYAL RHAPSODY SHOW CHOIR
6X GRAND CHAMPIONS
Historic Undefeated Season!
Forming Disciples of Jesus Christ through the intercession of St. John XXIII.
SPRING UPDATE 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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09 VALEDICTORIAN &
SALUTATORIAN 10 BOB TULLY RECEPTION 12 CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
04 Point of View 11 ISSMA Band State
Competition 15 Blood Drive
06 Revelations 13 March for Life 16 Forming Disciples
of Jesus Christ
08 Advancement Angle 13 Toy Drive 17 Rising Stars
11 National Merit
Finalists 14 Senior Assist Day 18 Summer Camps
15 ISSMA Gold Performers 20 Scholastic Art and
Writing Competition
22 Quest for Excellence
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022
Update Magazine is published by the Office of Institutional Advancement under the direction of Terese R. Carson, Hon’18, Vice
President for Institutional Advancement. Its intent is to be a vehicle to inform alumni, family and friends of recent and upcoming
happenings and achievements at the school, as well as showcase the talents and gifts of its students, faculty and alumni.
Editor-in-Chief: Terese Carson, Hon’18 | Deputy Editors: Jeen Endris, Tina Hayes and Aaron Hommell R’07 | Design Director: Jeen
Endris | Photographers: John Smith, Phil Anderson, Hon’20, Allie Ross R’04, Jeen Endris, AJ Ablog | Inquiries/Correspondence: Fran
Davey, Hon’21, Roncalli High School, 3300 Prague Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227, (317) 787-8277 ext. 238 fdavey@roncalli.org.
Website: www.roncalli.org. Circulation: 13,037 Email: update@roncalli.org
FOR EDITORIAL INFORMATION, CONTACT TERESE CARSON AT (317) 787-8277, EXT. 240 OR TCARSON@RONCALLI.ORG
VISION STATEMENT
Forming Disciples of Jesus Christ
through the intercession of St. John
XXIII
ADMINISTRATION
PRESIDENT:
Charles Weisenbach R’79
PRINCIPAL:
Kevin Banich R’09
VICE PRESIDENT FOR
INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT:
Terese R. Carson, Hon’18
VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE:
Wendy Lawrie
VICE PRESIDENT OF FACILITIES: 3
Dave Gervasio R’85
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL FOR
ACADEMICS:
Beth Reel
23 WALL OF FAME INDUCTEES 27 QUINTANA HIRED AS
FOOTBALL COACH
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL FOR
STUDENT LIFE:
John Hasty R’08
DEAN OF STUDENTS:
24 Show Choir
Undefeated Season 38 Royal Reasons Tim Crissman
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR:
Lisa Beckwith R’01
CAMPUS MINISTRY DIRECTOR:
26 New Coaches 40 Class Notes Katie Hibner R’10
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR:
David Lauck R’94
28 Winter Sports Review
CHAPLAIN COORDINATOR:
44 Campus Ministry Rev. Robert Robeson, VF, Ph.D., M.Ed.
36 Collegiate Signings
45 Community Service
46 The Last Word
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIAL
POINT OF VIEW
Prayer
Chuck Weisenbach R’79, President
Happy Spring!!
Prayer, viewed from a variety of lenses, will be the focus of my article in this edition of
the Update.
Building and maintaining a friendship
When a person desires to know someone better, possibly even build a friendship or
relationship, one key ingredient is communication with that person. Through the years
a few of the ways this communication could take place have included in person, over the
phone, handwritten notes/letters, or online. Regardless of the method, it is only through
some on-going level of communication that we can hope to forge the bonds of friendship
and/or a relationship.
Our relationship with God is no different. Unless we spend time in communication with
God, aka prayer, we cannot hope to build a strong relationship with our Savior. How
one prays, when one prays and where one prays are all very personal matters and are as
numerous as the stars in the sky. And while God is capable of working miracles, building a
strong, personal relationship with Him is nearly impossible if we choose not to seek Him
4 out through prayer on a consistent basis.
Mass
I have come to cherish the Catholic mass as a beautiful form of prayer. The mass is where
we are nourished by the Eucharist, which the Church references as “the source and summit”
of our faith. But, there are many other aspects of the mass - scripture (readings from the
Old and New Testament and the Gospels), blessings, music, traditional prayers (Our Father,
Nicene Creed, etc.), repentance, preaching on the Word of God; all of which make the mass
a wonderful one hour of prayer for me.
The music may not always be to our liking. The preaching may not always speak directly to
us. The participation of the congregation may not always be at a fever pitch. Regardless, the
mass is still one beautiful prayer for me that culminates with the bread of life.
Bible
I have heard the Bible referenced by many different terms - “God’s love letter to His
people,” “The Word of Life,” “Life’s Instructional Manual,” “#1 Best Seller.” The reality is
that through the Bible we have a tangible connection to our Lord. It is His living word. As
such, each and every time we open ourselves to the Bible, we are opening ourselves up to
God. If we are serious about our relationship with God, we should include reading from the
Bible on a consistent basis as a part of our prayer life. A couple of popular ways to achieve
this is to participate in one of the “The Bible in a Year” programs or to read the Daily
Readings for the mass, which on most days will include readings from the Old Testament,
Psalms, New Testament and the Gospels.
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022
Prayer at Roncalli
Prayer is a part of daily life at Roncalli in many different ways - open prayer and/or
adoration in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart before and after school on certain days;
recitation of the rosary in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart before and after school on certain
days, prayer at the start of and/or the end of class; prayer at the start of and/or the end of
athletic practices and fine arts rehearsals. However, there is one specific way in which prayer
is a part of each school day at Roncalli that is paramount for me. Each day at the conclusion
of second period, we, as an entire school community, pause and join together in prayer. At
our school-wide retreat day in August, I shared with our faculty and staff that these three
to five minutes in the day are the most important three to five minutes of our day. It is my
expectation that all in our school - students, faculty, staff, and guests - will stop what they
are doing and respectfully and reverently join in prayer. For a number of years now we have
followed a similar rotation in terms of who leads school in prayers - Monday (principal);
Tuesday (member of the leadership or campus ministry teams); Wednesday (member of the
senior class); Thursday (president) and Friday (anyone that wishes to volunteer).
Our school-wide daily prayer is awesome. It is the highlight of my day. So many different
varieties of prayer; so many different topics for prayer; so many different levels of faith in
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these prayers. Many, many days as I listen to a student, teacher or staff member lead our
school in prayer, I find myself saying, “I wish our entire school community could hear this
prayer.”
The great news is they can!!! Our daily school-wide prayer is
accessible to the entire world through our Roncall YouTube
channel. One can find it by typing Roncalli YouTube channel
in your search engine or go to youtube.com and type Roncalli
High School. I invite and strongly encourage you to scan
the QR code with your smart phone camera each school
day and join us in prayer. I think you too will find it to be
the best three to five minutes of your day.
We are blessed to live in a country that allows us to publicly
join in prayer as a school community. We should never take
this for granted as there are many places in the world where this is not possible.
Prayer is our link to the Lord!! My hope and prayer is that each of us in the Roncalli family
will work to include prayer in our lives on a daily basis as we strive to live out our calling to
be a disciple of Jesus Christ. How you do it. When you do it. What it looks like when you
do it. These are all between you and God.
Thank you to all who continue to support Roncalli High School through your contribution
of time, talent, treasure and prayer! We cannot achieve our mission without you!
God bless you and St. John XXIII, pray for us!
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIAL
REVELATIONS
To Forgive as we are Forgiven
Rev. Robert Robeson, VF, Ph.D., M.Ed., Roncalli Chaplain Coordinator
He breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive
are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.”
John 20:22-23
Each year during the seasons of Advent and Lent, all the priests of the South
Deanery converge on Roncalli one afternoon during the school day so that our
students may encounter the mercy of Jesus Christ through the Sacrament of
Penance. As a priest, this is one of the highlights of my Lenten season because I
always leave with a deep appreciation for the goodness and the deep well of faith
that so many of our young people bring to this sacrament.
It takes a special sort of grace to muster the courage and the humility necessary to
approach a priest who stands (or in this case sits) in the person of Christ and reveal
our innermost vulnerabilities – the things of which we are most ashamed. Yet,
this is so essential to our faith, because it reinforces the fact that we need God’s
mercy, and it also instructs us how to be more merciful toward one another. In
fact, I would say that this is one of the most important things we do at Roncalli;
6 helping students to learn – not just the principles of chemistry, or literature, or
mathematics, or even theology – but also how to be more human; how to forgive
and to ask for forgiveness; how to recognize our own faults and shortcomings and
strive to become holier.
This may come as a shock to some of you, but young people can sometimes be
moody and difficult. They can be insensitive, uncharitable, sneaky, lethargic and
sometimes even downright cruel. But confession is a sacrament that helps us know
– without a doubt – that even when we mess up, even when we sin, Christ died
for our sins and will forgive us when we are truly sorry. Through confession, we
know that we are loved despite our faults. Through confession, Christ offers the
grace to do better and to get our life back on the right track.
Our world today is a complex place that is often at odds with the Gospel message
of Jesus Christ and the teachings of our Catholic faith. My experience at Roncalli
has convinced me that we need the Sacrament of Penance more than ever. We
need it, and our high school students need it, not just to be forgiven of their sins
but to help them realize that we are loved without limits. God’s love and mercy
is more powerful than any sin. For young people today, and for our Roncalli
students, this is the most important lesson plan of all.
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ADVANCEMENT ANGLE
Come ROAR with us!
Terese R. Carson, Hon’18, Vice President for Institutional Advancement
If Saturday, April 30 is not already blocked off on your calendar for Roar,
you still have time! Roncalli’s premier event of the year, Roar, will be an
evening of celebration for our Roncalli family. The event will include
dinner, silent and live auctions, student performances and a live band
to top off the evening. Tickets may still be purchased by emailing
events@roncalli.org or by calling 317.787.8277 ext. 238.
Roar has actually had quite an evolution. This event started in 1999 as
Rebelation: A Celebration for Roncalli. By the second year, the expectation
arose that every year there would be a theme. The theme would be
incorporated into the decorations, the food, the music and the attire of
the guests. Roncalli students quickly became integral with their dazzling
performances and also by serving dinner to guests. Some previous themes
over the years included: a rodeo, circus, cruise ship, theme park, red carpet,
camping, derby and the roaring 20s.
The event was rebranded as Celebration Roncalli in 2020. But as you might
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have guessed, COVID changed everything and for the next two years the
event became Celebration Roncalli virtually. We were fortunate to have
been able to still host for those two years and as always, the Roncalli family
stepped up and participated virtually, allowing the tradition to continue.
Although it was fun and different to host the event virtually, it is exciting to
be able to gather together once again.
Welcome Roar! 2022 marks the beginning of a new era. New name. Same
great event. Some new things too! Get a ticket. Bring your friends. Help
raise money for our students. Buy a raffle ticket. Dig out your best safari
gear (or animal print) and join us for Roar 2022: A Survival Safari.
Let’s Roar!
(view the front page of our website,
roncalli.org for more information)
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022
AMEIS VALEDICTORIAN, GANGSTAD SALUTATORIAN
Senior Anne Ameis was named the
valedictorian and senior Katrina
Gangstad was named salutatorian for the
Roncalli High School class of 2022.
Ameis excelled both inside and outside
of the classroom. She will graduate with
an Academic Honors Diploma with
Distinction. Throughout high school, she
earned four A’s with the remainder of her
grades being A+’s. This was done while
completing 36 credits of honors courses.
Ameis’ academic honors include: Pre-
Calc Accelerated Outstanding Student
of the Year, AP Chemistry Outstanding
Student of the Year, Geometry Honors
Outstanding Student of the Year, (left to right) Valedictorian Anne Ameis
Chemistry Honors Outstanding Student and Salutatorian Katrina Gangstad
of the Year and named as a Rising Star acknowledgment of her outstanding
of Indiana by the Indiana Association of academic achievement and participated in
School Principals the Lugar Symposium for Future Leaders.
Outside of the classroom, Ameis’ Outside of the classroom, Gangstad has 9
commitment to serving her community accrued nearly 430 hours of service during
and extracurricular involvement is an her high school career including sorting
impressive testament to her character. She and distributing food and supplies at food
serves as an executive board member of the pantries in our community; supporting
South Deanery Dance Marathon for Riley young student-athletes in summer sports
Children's Hospital, volunteers at Eskenazi camps; interacting with and caring for
Health Hospital and assists at the Saints animals through a local humane society.
Francis and Clare’s Harvest Food Pantry. Additionally, she co-founded a club at
She spearheaded the Roncalli recycling Roncalli which strives to make a positive
program, takes care of the school garden, impact in the Roncalli community and
provides food to shelters and distributes the greater community on the southside
flowers to the homebound. Ameis, who of Indianapolis through planting a garden,
attended Saints Francis and Clare of donating produce grown in the garden
Assisi Catholic School, plans to major in to local food pantries and sorting and
biology on the pre-medical track. She is recycling materials to create a healthier
the daughter of Marie (Strack) R’81 and and more sustainable environment for
Michael Ameis. future generations. For the past four years,
Gangstad has shown incredible dedication Gangstad has been a varsity athlete earning
throughout high school. She is an AP the 2021 Mental Attitude Award in tennis.
Scholar with Honors, was recognized She is the daughter of Joseph Gangstad
by the Indiana Association of School and Danielle Turnak. She attended St.
Principals as an Indiana Rising Star, Jude Catholic School and plans to attend
was nominated as a Carson Scholar in Purdue University to study veterinary
medicine.
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIAL
BOB TULLY RECEPTION
left to right: Leigh Tully Wilham R’85, Kaleigh Wilham R’15, NataleighWilham R’24, Bob Tully, Hon’93, Mary Pat Tully, Hon’93,
Ashleigh Wilham R’20, Emileigh Wilham R’18, Alleigh Wilham R’20, Michael Tully R’94
On Thursday, March 10, hundreds of Roncalli alumni, past and
present faculty, staff, family and friends gathered at The Atrium
to celebrate Bob Tully and his 58 years of exemplary service to
Bishop Chartrand High School, Roncalli High School and the
Catholic Youth Organization.
Roncalli President Chuck Weisenbach R’79 opened the evening
and introduced Fr. Jeff Godecker who said the opening prayer.
After dinner, Bill Kuntz, Hon, ’97, master of ceremonies,
introduced the head table that held the Tully family: Bob, his
wife Mary Pat, son Michael R’94, daughter Leigh R’85 and five
granddaughters. A colorful bouquet of flowers was presented to
Mary Pat Tully for her support of Bob over the years.
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A ten-minute video tribute was played that featured former
students, colleagues and friends. This was followed by
Bob's granddaughter, Kaleigh R’15, who spoke of her
love and admiration for her grandfather, whom she calls
“Pa-leigh”. Following her speech, presentations were made for the
proclamations of “Bob Tully Day” from the City of Indianapolis
and the State of Indiana “Distinguished Hoosier Award.”
Live testimonials came from the guests reflecting on their
memories with Bob and his dedication to being in the “kid
business”. Speakers were Ed Tinder C’67, John Wirtz, Hon ’96,
Dave Toner C’67, Tom Dale R’75, Alice Underwood SHC’58
and Jim McGregor’s letter read by Frank Sergi,. The room was
filled with laughter as all recalled fond memories of Tully.
Bob finally approached the podium, shared memories and
thanked everyone for the touching evening. He thanked his wife
and family. Chuck Weisenbach R’79 then presented Bob with a
plaque and invited everyone to make a gift to the Robert F. Tully
Endowed Scholarship.
The evening concluded with a prayer by Sister Cathy Anne
Lepore, Hon ’07. Guests were invited to stay and visit with Mary
Pat and Bob.
It was a great evening honoring a great man for a great career that
spanned six decades!
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022RONCALLI CELEBRATES
NATIONAL MERIT FINALISTS
Roncalli seniors Adelle Burkhardt, Jack
Rittenhouse and Amanda Wolf were elevated
to National Merit Finalists by the National
Merit Scholarship Corporation. The trio was
first notified that they were Semifinalists in
September 2021.
There are approximately 15,000 National
Merit Finalists in the United States who
emerge from a pool of nearly 1.6 million
PSAT examinees. Semifinalists advance
to finalist standing in the competition by
meeting high academic standards and many
other requirements. These academically
talented high school seniors have an
opportunity to continue in the competition Left to right: Seniors Adelle Burkhardt, Jack Rittenhouse and
for 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth Amanda Wolf
more than $32 million that will be offered this
spring. their dedication and hard work throughout
their education. In addition, it also shows the
"We are incredibly proud of the wonderful work and support from their families
accomplishment of these three students. and teachers,” said Kevin Banich R’09, principal 11
This honor and recognition is a testament to of Roncalli High School.
ISSMA BAND STATE COMPETITION
On February 26, Roncalli had an amazing “These solos are very difficult college-level works
showing at the Indiana State School Music that take a lot of time to prepare. Thank you
Association (ISSMA) State Solo and for representing Roncalli so well at the state
Ensemble competition for wind, percussion competition!” said Kathy Peach, Hon’04, fine arts
and string. Three Roncalli students who department chair and band director at Roncalli
qualified for the competition earned a Gold High School.
rating and one received a Silver rating! A
Gold rating is the highest honor a soloist
can earn in this statewide competition.
Junior Henry Howe earned a Gold rating
on his cello solo. Sophomore Ronnie
Malan earned a Gold rating on his clarinet
solo. Junior Ansley Bishop earned a
Gold rating on her trumpet solo and also
earned a distinction rating. This is the first
time any Royal band member has earned
the distinction award! Sophomore Meg
Comer earned a silver rating on her tenor
Left to right: Meg Comer, Ronnie Malan, Ansley Bishop,
saxophone solo.
Henry Howe
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALCATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Roncalli students and staff members celebrated Catholic Schools Week with a number of activities.
Although the week was cut short with two snow days, everyone showed school spirit by participating
in the themed dress up days. Starting on a Friday with “Squad Goals” dressing up in groups. Monday
was Catholic grade school or college attire. Tuesday was generations day. Wednesday was an all school
liturgy. Thursday and Friday were snow days, but a pep rally was held the following Friday (red, white
and blue themed, of course.) to send off our state wrestlers and complete our final dodgeball game.
(see page 17)
Roncalli spread some Catholic Schools Week cheer at the south deanery grade schools as well. Roncalli
staff visited each grade school with buckets of snacks, South Deanery Rewards cards for the teachers
and staff and Roncalli Royals keychains for the 5th through 8th graders.
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Scoobie Doo Squad Day - Sophomores
Paige Gibbs and Emily Render
Squad Day - Juniors Ian Peats and Dominoes Squad Day - faculty from STARS and student teacher Erica Mailloux
Joshua Harbers
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022MARCH FOR LIFE
On January 24, Roncalli was represented extremely well at
this year’s March for Life in Indianapolis. Royals attended
the Mass for Life at St. John the Evangelist, and then they
marched through downtown.
left to right: Mrs.Cassie McGill, Brady Neu, Luke Swartz,
left to right: Hudson Day, Elizabeth Schafer, Mrs.Caren LeMark, Mrs. Caroline Barry, Trevor Lauck,
Jack Beeson, Addie McGill, Jack Davis, Cal Davis Luke Skartvedt, Mary Renshaw
TOY DRIVE
Roncalli had over 100 students and families
drop off over 600 toys in hopes of spreading
Christmas cheer for Anna’s House. These toys
were then handed out by Santa at Anna's
House's drive-thru food pantry.
Roncalli athletes from softball, boys and girls
basketball, girls soccer, boys tennis, boys cross
country, boys track, cheerleading and gymnastics 13
all had festive displays and lit up the Roncalli
circle with Christmas spirit as families drove
through the circle donating toys.
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIAL2022 SENIOR ASSIST DAY Mrs. Raegan Evans, President's Administrative
Assistant and Katherine Evans
Mr. Kevin Banich R’09, Principal and Grant Ray
Mrs. Wendy Lawrie, VP of Finance and Jackson Straumins
In March, the tradition of Senior Assist Day continued.
Faculty and staff submitted descriptions of their jobs to be
assisted by seniors that applied for these jobs.
The seniors spent the day performing the duties, lessons
and daily tasks of their selected faculty or staff member.
This is a great opportunity for students to experience what
a day in the life of a teacher, principal, administrative
14 assistant or dean is like.
Mrs. Erin Bohn R’94, English Department and Ronan Euzen
Ms. Lacey Hersman, Math Department and Abbey Scheil
Mrs. Katie Hibner R’10, Theology Department and Celia Boring
Mrs. Angie Toner, Math Department and Cecilia Kramer
Mrs. Kathy Nalley-Schembra K’68, Health Department and Lauren Turk Mr. Tim Crissman, Dean of Students and Joey Milto
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022ISSMA GOLD PERFORMERS
On February 12, Roncalli High School had an
amazing showing at the Indiana State School
Music Association (ISSMA) district vocal and
piano competition. All 14 Roncalli students who
participated in the competition earned a gold! A Gold
rating is the highest honor a soloist can earn in this
competition.
The gold rated division one soloists are seniors:
Savannah Gilmore, Ian Knight, Sofia Morelli,
juniors Fletcher Hooten, Jackson Steuer, Amelia
Warner; sophomores Anita Conn, Grace Hovanec,
Jane Levine, Patrisha Luzietti, Dasha Mukunthan;
and freshmen Ashlynn Gilmore, Ivan Figueroa and
Mia Michalak.
(back row left to right) Fletcher Hooten, Jackson Steuer, Ivan Figueroa,
“I'm proud of the work that was put into these Grace Hovanec, Savannah Gilmore, Ashlynn Gilmore
challenging solos. These students excel in a wide (front row left to right) Sofia Morelli, Amelia Warner, Patricia Luzietti,
range of musical styles, and their ISSMA solos really Jane Levine, Mia Michalak
showcase another side of their vocal skills,” said Joey Not pictured: Anita Conn, Ian Knight, Dasha Mukunthan
Newton R’03, choir director.
BLOOD DRIVE 15
On March 10, Roncalli's Student Council held its
annual blood drive event.
This year’s drive welcomed 34 first-time donors. A
total of 41 blood units and two double red cell units
were donated. Every unit of blood donated has the
potential to save three lives. Through the generosity of
the Roncalli community 135 lives will be saved by the
Roncalli family!
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALFORMING DISCIPLES OF JESUS CHRIST
The vision of Roncalli High School is to
form disciples of Jesus Christ through the
intercession of Saint John XXIII. That vision is
not confined to the classrooms and hallways of
the school, however. The athletic department, in
conjunction with campus ministry, has created a
position for an athletic ministry coordinator. Coach Julie Albertson, Boys Track & Field
Principal Kevin Banich R’09 said, “Over half of on their teams and discussing ways their
the students enrolled at Roncalli will be involved programs can be enhanced with more attention
in an athletic program at some point in their to the development of the athletes from all
journey through high school. Athletics provides perspectives - body, mind and spirit.
another opportunity to have our students and “Many of our coaches are already doing a
school centered on the mission and faith. While commendable job of tending to the hearts of
wins, losses and championships are an important their athletes,” Albertson said. “I have also
part of high school athletics, the more important been impressed with their willingness to work
goal is striving to have our students have a together to make positive additions to what's
personal relationship with Jesus Christ.” being done currently.”
Stepping into this position is Julie Albertson, Albertson is also available to help coaches find
a communications teacher as well as track and meaningful service projects for their teams, help
field coach. Albertson is responsible for helping facilitate mass as well as be prayer support for
to support coaches as well as athletes in their coaches and athletes.
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“Like any new endeavor, the first year has been
“With my athletic background as well as the one of learning about our teams and meeting
eight years I spent in youth ministry at St. Mark coaches, especially those who don't teach in
Catholic Church, I believe I am well positioned the building," Albertson said. "I look forward
to support the faith development of our athletes to building on the foundation we have laid
by offering encouragement and resources to our this year and finding more and more ways to
coaches,” Albertson said. help our student-athletes thrive in all aspects of
Some of the ways Albertson has been doing this their lives, with particular attention paid to the
so far is by meeting with coaches to talk about development of their Christian faith.”
what is already occurring from a faith perspective
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022ROYAL RISING STARS
Four juniors have been named Indiana “Rising
Stars” in the most recent publication of the
Indiana Association of School Principals
(IASP). Andrew Baugh, Ansley Bishop,
Andrew Dial and Grace Sipe were selected
from among the class of 2023 for this
honor based on a combination of academic
achievement, standardized test score results
and school/community involvement. In
addition to receiving a certificate from the
IASP, these students will be made known to
potential future college choices in Indiana. Andrew Dial, Andrew Baugh, Ansley Bishop, Grace Sipe
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Algebros: (left to right) Maggie Casper, Augie Hibner R’10,
Regan Happe, Kevin Banich R’09, Ben North, Louise Hibner R’12
2022 DODGEBALL INVITATIONAL
In early February, after a couple of date
changes, six dodgeball teams battled it
out for the coveted dodgeball trophy
and bragging rights for 2022. Due to
COVID, Roncalli had not held this
event since 2020. Each class selected
representatives for their grade's team.
The two faculty and staff teams were the
"Purple Cobras" and the "Algebros."
The classes had matches against each
other to determine the team to go to
the winner's bracket. The class of 2023 Class of 2023: (back row left to right) Judson Lawrie,
battled the Algebros to win the trophy Trevor Lauck, Luke Swartz, Andrew Baugh, Brady Neu
during the final game, which was held at
(alternate), (front row left to right) Lyla Blackwell, Keagan
the pep rally in front of the entire school.
Rothrock, Abbey Hofmann, Megan Sinovic
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALSUMMER ACADEMIC CAMPS
Psychology Camp Drafting and Woodworking
• Why can we not taste much when we have a cold? Get a firsthand look at Roncalli’s award-winning
• What's the best way to learn those vocabulary drafting program! Students will draw in the drafting
words your English teacher assigns? room, construct a small wooden project and build
• Why do we conform to what others expect us to do? some simple circuits. Last year's camp filled up fast, so
• Does meditation lower stress levels? sign up soon - you do not want to miss out!
• Is “fake it until you make it”true? Instructor: Don Elbreg (Roncalli engineering teacher)
Attend this summer's psychology camp to learn the Dates: June 13-16
answers to these questions and more! Students will Time: 9:00-11:00 AM
learn about their senses and how the brain perceives Grades*: 6th-8th (Attendance Max: 32 students)
the world around us, how memory works and how Cost: $50/camper
to improve it, why we conform and why it's hard to
disobey authority, and how to handle stress. Lessons
Coding Camp 2022
will include videos and hands-on experiences.
Are you interested in learning how to do computer
Instructor: Mrs. Kim Striby (Roncalli psychology coding? Join us for the first Roncalli Coding Camp
teacher) and Mrs. Diana Buxton (Roncalli social this summer!
worker)
Instructor: Ben North (Roncalli science teacher)
Dates: June 6-9
Dates: June 13-16
Time: 10:00-11:30 AM
Time: Noon- 2:00 PM
Grades*: 7th-8th (Attendance Max: 20 students)
Grades*: 6th-8th (Attendance Max: 20 students)
Cost: $50/camper
Cost: $50/camper
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*Grades indicate the grade that the student will be in for the 2022-2023 school year.
Junior Royal Theatre 16th Annual Summer Camp June 6 - June 30, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Monday -
This camp is designed for your child to have a Friday.
hands-on, multi-faceted theatre experience. Campers July 11 - July 29, 8:30 AM -12:30 PM, Monday-
will enjoy making new friends as they build Friday
performance skills and learn self-confidence, teamwork
Limited enrollment, on a first come, first serve basis.
and theatre abilities. Campers will be exposed to many
There is a $50 non-refundable deposit required at the
different aspects of theatre such as drama, voice, dance
time of registration.
and more.
https://www.roncalli.org/fine-arts/theatre/junior-royal-
theatre-camp
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022SUMMER ATHLETIC CAMPS HONOR YOUR SENIOR WITH
A BRICK FOR GRADUATION
Have your graduate
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into Roncalli's TOM AND
Circle of Faith! BLAKE
Order your $125 JONES
custom brick by R’19
April 23 to ensure its
Roncalli High School will again offer many athletic completion by graduation on May 21.
camps this summer for students currently in grades Order two bricks for $200. All proceeds
kindergarden through eighth. These camps are from brick sales benefit Roncalli's Circle
conducted by members of the Royal coaching staff and of Faith fund to provide needs-based
serve to provide fundamental instruction in each sport
as well as a wonderful opportunity to have fun in a tuition assistance.
friendly, nurturing and safe environment.
CAMPS for BOYS CAMPS for GIRLS What can I put on the brick?
Basketball Basketball Your brick can display up to three lines
Cross Country Cross Country of text, with 16 characters (including 19
Volleyball Volleyball spaces and punctuation marks) per line.
Lacrosse Lacrosse
Soccer Soccer
Baseball Softball How can I be sure the text on my
Wrestling Gymnastics brick will be correct?
Football Cheerleading When you order your brick, you will
receive an acknowledgment letter
CO-ED CAMPS that includes a verification of the
Golf
Tennis engraved text. If something is spelled
Swimming or listed incorrectly, please contact the
Diving Advancement Office at 317-787-8277
Speed Development ext. 238 and make corrections within
two weeks of receipt.
Registration began March 1. We encourage you
to please register on-line. We communicate camp
updates via text and email. Your contact information is
How do I order a brick?
obtained via our on-line registration form. The cost for Please download an order form from our
each camp is $50 per camper/per session. Information website, www.roncalli.org/brick or call
and online registration is available on the Roncalli the Advancement Office at (317) 787-
High School website: www.roncalli.org/camps. 8277, ext 238.
Please note: Walk up registration fee - $55 per camp
For more information, please call the athletic office at
(317) 788-4094 or (317) 787-8277 ext. 263.
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALSCHOLASTIC ART AND WRITING COMPETITION AWARDS
By Amanda Wolf
Scholastic winners pictured left to right: Emily Och, Emily Smith, Audrey Rearick,
Cat Sergi, Amanda Wolf, Catie Reed, Abigail Wulf, Ella McCalip, Sam Peeples
Congratulations to Roncalli High honorable mentions for two
School students whose work drawing and illustrations and for
received awards in the Scholastic digital design. Sergi also received
Art and Writing Competition! a silver key for her art portfolio
Roncalli students received a record and a gold key for her drawing and
total of 26 separate awards. There illustration. Senior Emily Smith’s
were five gold keys allowing painting and art portfolio received
the winners to move on to the honorable mentions. Junior
20 national competition in New York, Abigail Wulf earned a silver key
eight silver keys and 13 honorable for her painting.
mentions. Students are allowed For the writing portion of the By Ella McCalip
to enter multiple pieces within competition, senior Amanda
the same category, and the art Wolf ’s writings received silver
portfolio consists of many works keys in the categories of science
of art and cumulative judging. fiction and fantasy and her writing
Senior Ella McCalip received portfolio. Wolf ’s flash fiction
a gold key in drawing and writing received an honorable
illustration. Senior Emily mention. Her art portfolio and
Och received a silver key for painting received silver keys, and
her art portfolio. Senior Sam she was awarded three gold keys
Peeples received an honorable for her photography and two By Cat Sergi
mention for printmaking. Senior paintings.
Audrey Rearick earned four “We had a record number of
honorable mentions in drawing winners this year with all the
and illustration, two honorable entrants placing and earning
mentions in digital art and two recognition. These are exceptional
silver keys for her art portfolio and young artists who are always a
drawing and illustration. Junior pleasure to have in class. They
Catie Reed’s sculpture earned exude creativity and a passion
a silver key and her ceramics for the visual arts. I am so
and glass earned an honorable truly proud of them for these
mention. Senior Cat Sergi received accomplishments,” said fine arts
teacher Mark Stratton.
By Emily Och
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By Amanda Wolf By Sam Peeples By Catie Reed
By Abigail Wulf
By Emily Och
By Audrey Rearick
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALLET THE BIRDIES FLY - BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
On March 5th, Roncalli held its annual “let the birdies fly” badminton tournament.
Congratulations to this year's winners.
Grand Champions - senior Joey Milto and Toilet Bowl Champs (loser bracket) - sophomores
junior Andrew Baugh Kate Rittenhouse and Marissa Morwick
QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE
Over 200 South Deanery middle school
students converged on Roncalli for
22 the 36th annual Quest for Excellence
competition on February 26. They
competed in a number of categories
including: art, music, math, history,
current events, religion, physical fitness,
geography, drama, essay writing and the
super quiz team competition. St. Barnabas
was the winner of this year’s super quiz,
followed by St. Roch (second) and
St. Mark (third). Super Quiz Teams: 1st - St. Barnabas, 2nd - St. Roch, 3rd - St. Mark
Art Competition: 1st - Isaiah Littell, St. Roch; 2nd - Ellie Bishop, Geography Competition: 1st - Willinston Randan, Holy Name;
S.s. Francis & Clare; 3rd - Mary Grace Rykowski, St. Barnabas 2nd - Clarice McGill, St. Jude; 3rd - Colin Ash, St. Roch
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022WALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Junior Keagan Rothrock, Senior Emma Halter, Madelyn Bischoff R’21, Sam Eiland R’19, Nick Schnell R’18,
Jenna (Hayes) Alspaugh R’99, Sarah (Hurrle) Kegerreis R’96, Diane (Hoereth) Metz R’86
On January 29, at halftime of the boys as well as Indiana and National Players of the
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basketball game, Roncalli welcomed eight Year from multiple sports.
athletes who were inducted to the Wall
of Fame in the Ascension St. Vincent Among the Wall of Fame inductees were
Gymnasium. The Wall of Fame honorees junior Keagan Rothrock for softball,
include some of the most distinguished senior Emma Halter for volleyball, for girls
athletes from Roncalli. These include All- basketball Jenna (Hayes) Alspaugh R’99,
Americans and Indiana Basketball All-Stars, Sarah (Hurrle) Kegerreis R’96, Diane
(Hoereth) Metz R’86 and Madelyn Bischoff
R’21, Sam Eiland R’19 for boys volleyball
and Nick Schnell R’18 for baseball.
Inductees that were unable to attend the
event were Lindsey Corsaro R’16 for girls
basketball, Kendra (Lynch) Kirkhoff R’13
for softball, Bridget Perry R’13 for girls
basketball, Paige (Weber) Tapp R’07 for
volleyball and Jason Werner R’05 for football.
About this inaugural event, David Lauck
R’94, athletic director, said, “What a night!
Roncalli has had hundreds of distinguished
athletes, and it was great to have several of
them back with us. With much appreciation
and gratitude, we will continue to honor and
recognize more of our distinguished athletes in
the future.”
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALSHOW CHOIR MADE SCHOOL HISTORY
Royal Rhapsody had the best show choir
season in school history, defeating every centered around the struggles of high school.
school in their division. After winning their Songs included “Hard Times,” “Do Your Own
division for the 6th and final time of the Thing,” “All I Know So Far,” “Big Fun” and
season at Warren Central, they advanced to “Happy Dance.” Their show featured soloists
finals with the large schools, earning 2nd place Ava Nelson, Ellie Buening, Amelia Warner,
and beating out Pendleton Heights, Franklin Fletcher Hooten and Xavier Wilson.
Community, Lawrence Central and Lawrence
Choral Director Joey Newton R’03 said,
North. Royal Rhapsody performed a show
“The success we had this season might remain
unmatched for the rest of my career. I realized
that as it was happening, and tried to cherish
every moment. But the fact is, I think it still
hasn't really sunk in. It was a perfect recipe
of a masterfully crafted show (which took a
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that is unheard of in schools our size and
unparalleled motivation among the students.
It blows my mind that our school is blessed
with the talent that it has, and that sentiment
was shared by every judge we encountered
throughout the season. I often found myself
getting emotional while listening to their
comments about us. They were amazed and
often downright speechless. I will never forget
this season or the kids I got to share it with.”
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RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALWAUGH NAMED GIRLS GOLF COACH
Roncalli High School announced that “Coach Waugh’s familiarity with the girls in
Eunsun Waugh has been named the school’s the program, combined with her knowledge
head girls golf coach. She of the game and long-time
is the fourth head coach in connection to the Roncalli
girls golf program history. community, make her a good
Waugh joined the program fit to be our next girls golf
as an assistant coach prior to head coach,” said Roncalli
last season. She is a member athletic director David Lauck
of the LPGA Amateurs R’94.
Association and a course
director for the Indy Women’s Waugh is married to Chris,
Golf League (IWGL). who is a 1990 Roncalli
graduate. Her daughters,
“I’m excited and blessed for Ashley (R’06) and Alexis
this new opportunity,” said (R’11), both graduated from
Waugh. “Growing the game Roncalli and her son Brady is
of women’s golf has always a freshman at Roncalli. The
been a passion of mine, and Roncalli girls golf team opens
I am ready for the challenge Eunsun Waugh, Girls Golf Coach its 30th season in August.
of taking this program to the
next level.”
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SIMS GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH
Jason Sims has been named as Roncalli’s new to move a program forward will serve our
head girls varsity basketball coach. Sims has student athletes well.”
spent four seasons in the girls
basketball program, with the Sims spent three seasons as
first three as the head JV coach. the girls varsity head coach at
This past season, he served as Eminence High School (his alma
the program’s interim head mater) from 2004 through 2007.
coach for the final 22 games, His teams compiled a 53-12
guiding the team to a 12-10 record and he was twice named
record. He led the team to a 5-0 Tri-River Conference Coach of
mark in Circle City Conference the Year. After graduating from
play and to the program’s third- Eminence in 1996, Sims played
straight conference title. two seasons of college basketball at
Vincennes University, followed by
“We are excited to have two seasons at Marian University.
Coach Sims take over our girls Jason Sims, Head Girls Sims has been at Roncalli since
basketball program” said Roncalli Basketball Coach the spring of 2016, and he also
athletic director David Lauck serves as the school’s assistant
’94. “His ability to connect with people and athletic director.
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022QUINTANA HIRED AS RONCALLI FOOTBALL COACH
Eric Quintana has been hired as Roncalli’s Chatard (Class 3A champs in 2019 and 2020)
new head football coach. Quintana is the 10th and Carmel (Class 6A champs in 2016).
head coach in the history of Roncalli football.
He comes to Roncalli after spending the He was a two-time Indiana All-State selection,
last five seasons as the assistant head coach/ a Top 50 player and an Indiana All-Star
offensive coordinator at Bishop Chatard High during his high school career at Plymouth. He
School. went on to play collegiately at the University
of Indianapolis, where he started 46 games on
“It is an honor to be named the head the offensive line from 2006 through 2010
football coach at Roncalli High School,” said and was named All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate
Quintana. “Roncalli is a very special place and Athletic Conference.
I’m excited to lead the exceptional young men
who will continue the school’s rich football “Coach Quintana has worked alongside some
tradition. I’m grateful for the opportunity that fantastic coaches during his career,” said
President Chuck Weisenbach, Principal Kevin Roncalli athletic director David Lauck R’94.
Banich and Athletic Director David Lauck “He checked off all the boxes we were looking
have given me.” for during our hiring process. We are thrilled
to have him joining our school faculty and
Quintana has 11 years of assistant coaching heading up our football program.”
experience, with time spent as the head
offensive line coach at every stop. He has Starting in August, Quintana will teach
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Lawrence Central, Carmel and two different and oversee the athletic department’s strength
stints at Bishop Chatard. He was a part of and conditioning program. He holds a
the state champion coaching staffs at Bishop Bachelor of Arts with a physical education
and health concentration, as well as a Master
of Arts in teaching, physical education
and health, both from the University of
Indianapolis.
“We are excited for Coach Quintana to serve
our school and community in the role of head
football coach,” said Roncalli principal Kevin
Banich R’09. “He has the energy, passion
and experience to not only coach football, but
also make a positive impact on the lives of our
students through his leadership. His vision
will build on the rich tradition of our football
program, challenge our students on and off
the field and assist our school in fulfilling our
mission.”
Roncalli opens its 54th season of football
when it travels to Southport on August 19 at
7:00 PM.
Eric Quintana and wife Kristin, with children
Madelynn (14 years old), Ellie (6 years old) and
Roman (2 years old)
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALBOYS SWIMMING & DIVING
2022 REVIEW
Head Coach:
Curtis Cox R’07
Assistant Coaches:
Kristen White R’14
Blake Ludge R’19
Kaitlan Hinesley
28 With only six swimmers on the roster, team’s MVP award. He swam his way
the boys swimming and diving team to all-conference honors in the 100
worked its way through the schedule, freestyle and concluded his career in
improving as they went along. The the program’s all-time top 10 in the
team finished fourth in the Circle 100 freestyle and the 100 backstroke.
City Conference meet, defeating two He also was named academic all-state.
teams, and finished eighth in the Junior Sam Xochitlatoa won the team’s
sectional, defeating four teams. Senior mental attitude award.
John Hammerschmitt earned the
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022GIRLS SWIMMING & DIVING
2022 REVIEW
Head Coach:
Curtis Cox R’07
Assistant Coaches:
Kristen White R’14
Blake Ludge R’19
Kaitlan Hinesley
The girls swimming and diving team swimming to all-conference honors in
began the season with a relatively the 200 freestyle. Hawkins was named
inexperienced group, but continued academic all-state. Junior Abbi Bullock
to develop throughout the season, earned all-conference honors in the
culminating in a solid finish. The team 100 butterfly and freshman Elizabeth 29
finished fourth in the conference and McCoy earned all-conference honors
seventh in the sectional, to go along in the 100 freestyle. Senior Madeline
with a 4-7 record in the dual/tri meet Brinker was named the team’s mental
season. Senior Claire Hawkins led the attitude award winner.
way, winning team MVP honors and
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALBOYS BASKETBALL
2022 REVIEW
Head Varsity Coach:
Michael Wantz
Assistant Coaches:
Ian Brown
Justin Agresta R’03
Jesse Moses
The Royals finished the 2021-22 season percentage (.395), free throw percentage
with a 7-15 record, navigating one (.810) and averaged a team-high 4.6
of the 25 most-difficult schedules in rebounds per game. He is only the fifth
the state, with 11 games versus teams Royal in the last 20 seasons to lead the
ranked in the state’s top 64 by the team in both scoring and rebounding.
Sagarin computer. Roncalli faced four Senior Gabe Horn led the team in
teams that won sectional titles – Beech assists (2.1 per game) and steals (1.0
Grove, Ben Davis, Brebeuf Jesuit and per game). Senior Aidan Leffler led the
Cathedral. Out of Roncalli’s 22 games, team in field goal percentage (.459).
six were decided by two possessions (six Five players – seniors Caden Gore,
30
points or less). Michael Hegwood, Gabe Horn and
Junior Luke Kegerreis paced Roncalli Alex Moll and junior Nolan Tunny –
with a 13.1 points per game scoring appeared in all 22 games. Tunny was
average. He also led the team in the only player to start every game.
3-pointers made (34), 3-point Luke Kegerreis was named the team’s
MVP and Jack Moore won the team’s
mental attitude award. Kegerreis was
named All-Circle City Conference
and honorable mention All-Marion
County. Nolan Tunny joined Kegerreis
on the honorable mention All-Marion
County list. All seven seniors – Michael
Gallagher, Caden Gore, Gabe Horn,
Michael Hegwood, Aidan Leffler, Jack
Moore and Alex Moll – were named
to the Indiana Basketball Coaches
Association (IBCA) academic all-state
honorable mention team.
The Royals’ JV team finished its season
with a 6-12 record and the freshman
team had a 12-7 mark.
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022GIRLS BASKETBALL
2022 REVIEW
Head Varsity Coach:
Jason Sims
Assistant Varsity Coach:
Rachel Parker
Circle City Conference
Champions
With only one starter returning from award. In her first season as a starter, she
last year’s 20-win team, the girls finished second on the team in scoring
basketball team managed 12 wins and (10.1 points per game), 3-pointers
an undefeated season in Circle City made (29) and led the team in steals
Conference play. The 5-0 conference (44). Horton and Lindsey were both
record delivered the program its third- named All-Circle City Conference.
straight conference title and stretched Jordan Hendricks was named best
its winning streak in conference play to teammate. She averaged 8.6 points
18 games. In building a 12-13 record, per game before a knee injury ended 31
the Royals played a top 40 schedule her season in mid-December. Senior
and faced 11 teams that were ranked in Tori Candler and sophomore Taylor
the state’s top 64 (all classes). Roncalli Turk shared the most improved award.
faced five teams – Heritage Christian, Candler started the final seven games
North Central, Ben Davis (twice), of the season, averaging 9.1 points and
Franklin and Bishop Chatard – that making 17 3-pointers. Turk started
won at least a sectional title. The Royals 12 of the season’s final 14 games. She
used 19 different players and lost 28 averaged 8.6 points during that stretch
player games to injury, including 19 and made 25 3-pointers.
from junior Jordan Hendricks and The senior quartet of Candler, Cate
sophomore Claire Lindsey, two of the Lehner, Emma Halter and Ainsley
team’s top three scorers. Newett wrapped up their high school
Junior Sydney Horton led the team careers. Lehner led the team in
in scoring, averaging 10.5 points. She rebounding (4.4 per game) and started
also led the team in assists (63) and 22 of the 25 games. Halter appeared in
3-pointers made (35). She was named 13 games before an injury ended her
to the All-Marion County team for the season. Newett was one of five players
first time in her career. Through three to appear in all 25 games. During the
seasons, she has appeared in 74 varsity group’s four seasons, the program won
games, starting all of them. Horton three conference titles, a sectional title
earned the team’s MVP award. Claire and 65 games.
Lindsey won the team’s mental attitude
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALBOYS BOWLING 2022
REVIEW
Head Coach:
Mike Glenn
Assistant Coach:
Paula Tharp
Jordan Baurle
- Individual Sectional Title
- 2nd Place Regionals
- 9th Place Semi-State
- 21st Place State
The boys bowling team finished the
season with a 4-6 record, but the season
was highlighted by the postseason run
of freshman Jordan Bauerle. He won
the step ladder event to capture the
individual sectional title. He followed
that up with a second-place finish at
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regionals, then a ninth-place finish
at semi-state. His semi-state effort
made him what is believed to be the
boys bowling program’s first-ever state
qualifier. He finished 21st at state.
Bauerle’s season earned him the team’s
MVP honors. Senior Daniel Striegel
won the team’s mental attitude award.
UPDATE MAGAZINE SPRING 2022GIRLS BOWLING 2022
REVIEW
Head Coach:
Mike Glenn
Assistant Coach:
Paula Tharp
Girls Team
- 2nd Place Regionals
- Advanced to Semi-State
Gracie Tharp
- 6th Place Sectionals
In one of the best seasons in program sectional and third in the regional. She - 3rd Place Regionals
history, the girls bowling team finished also earned all-conference and academic
in second place in the regional and all-state honors. Senior Katie Matthews
advanced to the semi-state for the first earned all-conference honors. Senior
time in program history. The team Gabrielle Allstatt finished seventh in
finished the regular season with a the sectional, advancing to the regional.
6-3 record. Senior Gracie Tharp was Junior Julia Benich earned the team’s 33
named the team’s MVP for the second- mental attitude award.
straight season. She finished sixth in the
RONCALLI • SACRED HEART CENTRAL • CHARTRAND • KENNEDY MEMORIALThe 2022 Roncalli wrestling team on to semi-state. The Royals finished
WRESTLING 2022 REVIEW crafted one of the best seasons in second in the semi-state and advanced
program history, combining individual five wrestlers to the state finals.
Head Coach:
success with four different team titles. Junior Bryce Lowery finished fifth in
Shaun Richardson Among the team hardware was the the state in the 138-pound class, for his
program’s first-ever Marion County third-straight appearance on the medal
Assistant Coaches:
title, its sixth-straight Circle City stand (top eight finish). Senior Kody
Cayden Whitaker Conference title and, in the postseason, Glithero finished fourth in the state
Shawn Slaymon sectional and regional championships. in the 152-pound class. Junior Luke
Even in the semi-state, when the Royals Hansen finished seventh in the state in
Marion County Champions finished second, they scored 117.5 the 182-pound class. All three wrestlers
points, 13.5 more than when they won also won sectional, regional, semi-
Circle City Conference the semi-state title in 2019. All of this state, Marion County and Circle City
Champions was overseen by first-year head coach Conference titles. The trio kept alive
Shaun Richardson. the program’s streak of at least one state
Sectional Champions
The Royals finished the regular season medalist in each of the last six seasons.
Regional Champions with a 19-2 dual meet record. In the Senior Justin Lewis won titles at 220
Circle City Conference meet, Roncalli pounds in the regional and Circle
Five State Qualifiers won titles in 13 of the 14 weight classes. City Conference and advanced to the
The Royals had their best-ever finish state final. Sophomore Braden Getz,
in the Indiana High School Wrestling won sectional and regional titles at
Coaches Association (IHSWCA) Team 113 pounds and also advanced to the
State Duals, finishing in second place. state final. Seniors Drew Willis (132
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In the postseason, Roncalli won the pounds) and Sam Peeples (195 pounds)
program’s first sectional title since each won three titles. Willis won the
2017 and advanced all 14 wrestlers Circle City Conference, sectional and
to the regional. The Royals beat Perry regional titles, while Peeples won a
Meridian for the sectional title, ending conference crown, Marion County
the Falcons’ 22-year sectional title title and the sectional. Senior Andrew
streak. The following week, the Royals Stuck (160 pounds) and junior Luke
won the program’s first regional title Swartz (285 pounds) each won Circle
since 2011 and advanced 12 wrestlers City Conference and sectional titles.
Senior Zach Wilson (145 pounds) won
a Circle City Conference title, as did
junior Patrick McGinley (126 pounds)
and freshmen Matthew Rossman (106
pounds), William May (113 pounds)
and Alex Plahitko (120 pounds).
Bryce Lowery was named the team’s
MVP, for the second straight season,
and Drew Willis won the team’s mental
attitude award. Kody Glithero, Justin
Lewis and and Zach Wilson were
named Senior Academic All-State by
the IHSWCA. Bryce Lowery and Luke
Hansen were named Junior Academic
All-State by the IHSWCA. Sam Peeples
and Luke Swartz were named honorable
mention Academic All-State.
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