The Trinity Leader Winter 2002

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TRINITY’S CHAPEL: AT THE HEART OF ALL THAT WE DO

Tr i n i t y High Schoo l Nat i ona l l y Recognized Schoo l of Exce l l e n c e Lou i s ville, Kentucky CAMPUS STORE

40 1 1 Shelbyville Road Parking is available in the visitors’spaces along Alumni Hall at the corner Louisville, KY40 2 0 7 of Shelbyville Rd. and Sherrin Ave. Enter through the Rotunda and proceed (502) 736-2125 to your left. We are open 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on school days. mc d o n n e l l @ t h s r o c k . n e t During the holidays, we’ll be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Th u r s d a y , December 20; ww w. t h s r o c k . n e t Fr i d a y , December 21; and Saturday, December 22. 1

Pr e s i de n t ’s Note b o o k By Dr. Robert (Rob) J. Mullen ’7 7

et ’ s be honest. Doesn’t everyone visit included a multitude of individual and group interviews, like to receive a compliment? visits to classrooms, examination of data and observations of We are raised to be humble and school life as it happens each day. They walked our halls, ate Lto defer such accolades. But it lunch with students and stopped students to ask them questions. feels really good when it happens. They interviewed our accreditation planning team, parents, stu- Trinity has been on the receiving end of dents, alumni, board members, teachers, staff, counselors and some wonderful compliments recently. Let administrators. me share some with you. Le t ’ s just say they looked under every “Rock.” Dare to Care is a Louisville success story. The result of a Their written report will arrive in a few weeks. Here is what ch i l d ’ s death in Louisville, Dare to Care they told us in a meeting after their has been supplying food to the needy “We appreciate comp l i - three-day visit: for nearly 30 years. For the past several years, we have staged a canned food me n t s but spend littl e n They praised our planning team for d r i v e a s p a r t o f o u r T h a n k s g i v i n g crafting a thorough process that culmi- Christian service project. Each year we time basking in the glow. nated with the site visit. They recog- overwhelm the Dare to Care folks with The fac t is, we enjoy nized that the planning process was our generosity. We thought last year was driven by teachers, which gives the pretty good when we collected 24,088 them for a brief mome n t impetus for implementing improvement canned goods, which represented 217 ideas to those who can best make it percent of our school’s goal. We didn’t and then surge ahead.” happen — the daily practitioners. Th e y know how this year’s effort would turn saw that this process was not top down. out since it was funneled through the The planning team is truly able to say, new House System. We should learn to “Look what we did!” not second-guess our students when it comes to our service projects. This year n They praised us for providing a very our students, teachers, parents and staff collected 31,574 canned welcoming atmosphere in which to conduct their work. They were goods for the needy in our community. This equaled 259 percent taken by our friendliness and responsiveness to their needs. Th o s e of our goal. Needless to say, the folks from Dare to Care were on the team with site-visit experiences elsewhere reported that this ef fusive in their praise and thanks. is n ’ t always the case. They complimented us on their workroom Our other compliment came in the form of accredidation. For (the board room), access to technology and the creature comforts more than a year, a team of teachers and counselors attacked the that were available. In summary, they said they were made to feel process we must go through every five years to retain our at home. accreditation status with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (S A C S ) . We voluntarily belong to this orga n i z a t i o n . n They reported that the planning process clearly involved all We joined SA C S to lend credence to what we do and to provide stakeholders. This was accomplished over the past year through third-party assessment and affirmation of our academic pro- numerous techniques, including extensive surveying of students, grams and practices. The decision to apply for SA C S me m b e r - parents, alumni, board members and the wider community. Th e y ship flowed from our 1992 strategic plan. We became members remarked that there is widespread openness to gaining feedback in 1996. and a genuine hunger for learning ways in which we can As part of the renewal process we submit a lengthy written improve. They said that during their visit they appreciated the report to SA C S . In turn, they send a team of educators to campus chance to go anywhere and talk to anyone. to determine the validity of our written report. This three-day site continued on next page

Mi s s i on State m e n t Trinity High School’s mission is to provide students with a superior high school education in a supportive atmosphere based upon Christian values in the Catholic tradition. 2

Pr e s i de n t ’s Note b o o k continued from page 1 n Our visitors stated that there is a clear understanding of our “I can’t believe what has happened to this campus. I went to mi s s i o n among all stakeholders. This was evidenced by the con- school here for four years and I am amazed. This is a great place sistent way in which they were told and saw that “the student is to go to high school.” the focal point.” They reported that anyone they talked to was pa s s i o n a t e about Tri n i t y . They commented on the fierce loyalty “The House System is genius. I believe my son will be cared for expressed about this place. When pressed for examples of our stu- and challenged to be a leader and involved.” dent focus, each member of the visiting team gave examples of what they saw in classrooms, hallways and the cafeteria such as… “I’m glad Trinity has flexible academic programs that find a place for every student. I don’t know where my son will be – true respect among students and teachers towards each other as placed, but I am confident he’ll succeed and be cared for.” seen in ordinary, daily interactions – friendliness and courtesy in the hallways More than 300 volunteers helped make the day memorable if – a concern for all students as seen through a teacher describing judged only by the compliments we received. the benefits of new computer software or another teacher describ- The Trinity School Board approved our next three-year strate- ing the accommodations made for students with varied learning gic plan at its October meeting. These strategic plans are how we ab i l i t i e s get better; they are how we surge ahead. Since 1992, Trinity has – a discipline code called “fair” by students operated on the basis of a series of three-year strategic plans. – acknowledgment by students that students have a “voice” and Having participated in the creation and implementation of these their ideas can be valued plans since 1992, I can sincerely say these plans are the basis for – a willingness by all to try new things like the House System the success we enjoy today. We gather volumes of data and feed- back from stakeholders as we craft these plans. We remain sen- n They also reported that we were in compliance with all 10 3 sitive to market conditions. We try to respond to the environ- SA C S standards. This is no small feat. In fact, it is remarkable. ment. Most importantly, these plans don’t just respond to change, they stimulate change. We don’t just plan for the future; we try n They endorsed our academic improvement plan with one stip- to shape the future. ulation: they suggested we give ourselves a bit more time to Our plans revolve around key areas of school life (we call implement the steps (You can tell there were a bunch of Typ e - A them “pillars”) that we know must be strong for us to continue to personalities on our planning team!). pr o s p e r . Each pillar has goals and action plans associated with it. The School Board monitors our work that brings these goals to In summary, I heard them tell us that we are mission-driven, fruition. The improvement plan that flows from our SA C S wo r k focused, energized and committed to improving what we do. is just one of 10 areas of school life that is contained in our new Sounds like a great recipe for success. strategic plan. Other “pillar” areas include our Catholic identity, We also hosted our annual Open House in November. Months te c h n o l o g y , faculty and staff, alumni affairs, student services, of planning, promoting and work yielded the largest number of activities and athletics, fund raising, campus facilities and gover- visitors in the long history of our having such an event. In the nance issues. days that followed, I received numerous phone calls, e-mails and We have a gnawing sense of dissatisfaction. We are constantly messages from visitors. It is clear that we are doing something trying to renew our energies, our focus and our future. Those of right. Asample of messages I received from our visitors: us who work here today inherited a legacy of resourcefulness continued on back cover

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Pr i n c i pa l ’s Corn e r By David Win k l e r , Principal

i k e s u c c e s s , c h a n g e f e e d s o n old lounge and must wonder at how much nicer this new one is. itself. At Trinity now, this seems Such a change tells teachers and staff that they are viewed as pro- c e r t a i n l y t r u e . A n e w i d e a o r fessionals and appreciated. Limprovement in one area of the There are a number of other less known, amazing changes in school inevitably spawns other our facilities, the foremost among them probably the third floo r ideas and improvements in other areas. “tunnel.” Th a t ’ s right — a bright, wide and well lit third floo r Much has been written and said about the connection between Floersh and Sheehan Halls. But that’s all very visible changes such as our new House about facilities changes for now. You have to come and see them System and online grades. What strikes me as we head steadily for yourself. toward 2002 are the many smaller changes and improvements Some of what is occurring in our renovated spaces is also new. that have also occurred at Trinity in the Working out of a newly designed office last few months. “Change and Success Feed space on third-floor Floersh, Mr. Bob We worked for several years to get Davenport has gotten the Learning some type of two-way communication on themselves, and here Support Program (L S P ) of f to a solid back into our classrooms. The old sys- start. Mr. Davenport is experienced and at the Rock it’s been tem of microphone and speaker boxes savvy in special education, and the LS P had stopped being two-way some time Th a n k sgiving all year is designed to help learning-diff e r e n t a g o . A n n o u n c e m e n t s c o u l d b e m a d e students in the Advanced, Honors and from the office to the classrooms, but long. Alumni can be prou d Academic Levels. Previously, Tr i n i t y there was no way for a classroom to has focused such help primarily on stu- respond or send an important message of how the schoo l is dents in the Traditional Level, but now of its own. Now, as I walk the halls, I see changing and improvi n g it extends through all levels of diffi- teachers at their desks during planning c u l t y. About 15 students have been periods talking on the phone to parents cons ta n t l y.” admitted to the program at this time and or one another. What a step forward are now getting additional help orga n - from the system we did depend on. I izing and completing lessons. Mr. know many persons take a modern Davenport has begun to provide teach- phone system (voice-mail, call waiting, ers with additional information and sug- speaker phones, etc.) for granted, but it is very gratifying for me gestions for working with learning different-students effe c t i v e l y . to know that all our teachers can be telephoning parents after Not as visible as the phones or the faculty lounge, this recent school from their own classrooms. Waiting in line to use the improvement is making an important difference everyday in the faculty lounge phone is a thing of the past. Also, by forming an Trinity experience of its participants. intercom network throughout the school, the new phone system Likewise, the efforts of the Traditional math teachers to inte- greatly increases school safety and security. grate computerized math curriculum into their courses is subtly Speaking of the Faculty Lounge, the change there has been improving math education for those students. The SuccessMaker astounding. Last year, this room was a converted office with labs (there are two new ones on third-floor Sheehan) now have some used furniture and a copy machine. The atmosphere of the the math software on their 50 computers. Last year, our Success- room did little to support and show appreciation to the teachers Maker computer resource was focused on language arts only. and staff who entered during the day. Now, the lounge is a well Now it is language arts and math. Soon, there will be other subjects. designed space for both work and relaxation. It is newly fur- The newly renovated Chapel, the new school nurse and other nished and equipped to meet many of the needs of teachers. It routine sorts of changes are all having a daily impact on the qual- has been tastefully decorated and provides a wonderful space in ity of life at Tri n i t y . Change and success feed on themselves, and which to relax for a few minutes between classes or while plan- here at the Rock, it’s been Thanksgiving all year long. Al u m n i ning. I have started to get used to the new lounge being there and all other friends of Trinity can be proud of how the school is when I enter, but every now and again, I recall a glimpse of the changing and improving constantly. Go Rocks!

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The Spir i t u al Side: Facing the Fear By Rev. David Zettel ’58, Chaplain & Senior Class Counselor ife at Trinity High School is not here are deeply dedicated administrators, committed teaching at all immune from the effects faculty and a strong support staff who work every day motivated of the attacks on September 11. by a true gospel spirit of charity and justice in the manner of L S u d d e n l y w e , a l o n g w i t h a l l Jesus himself. Here are students, happy to be here, smiling and Americans, are leading lives in upbeat — each of them a not-yet-perfect work in progress, reaction to the human tragedy that terror- granted — collaborating with us in our great mission of Christian ism brings. Our world appears to be per- formation. Despite today’s fears, there is a positive campus cul- meated by an unprecedented amount of ture here. Step inside our newly renovated Chapel and feel the fe a r , suspicion, wariness and insecurity. uplifting spirit. We cling to rumors. We hesitate to venture out, spend money, So, as I see it, there is reason to be optimistic. We firm l y travel by air, open our mail and try new things. Our stance is one believe that this community is given form, shape and purpose of cowering, even cringing in facing the future. when we celebrate the Eucharist together. It is always the best And yet Jesus says to us, “Be not afraid;” “My peace I give prayer under any circumstances. That celebration contains the you;” “I am with you always.” These are comforting words that pr a y e r , “Deliver us, Lord, from every evil, grant us peace in our we need to hear at present. day and protect us from all anxiety.” Living by His gospel admonitions is always challenging, but Pervasive fear and anxiety in our world is not easily elimi- more so today in the nervous atmosphere of life in America. nated. But facing it with a solid Catholic faith and a wholesome I believe that we are able to cope more easily when we look at optimism, accompanied by our own personal and public prayer, the positive, hopeful atmosphere that pervades life at Tri n i t y . For goes a long way toward carrying us on.

Al umni Board Chairman ’ s Message By Mark Plummer ’69, Alumni Board of Directors Chair

or many grade-school boys, mem- basketball team promise to be entertaining, and our wrestlers and b e r s h i p i n t h e Tr i n i t y F a m i l y swimmers will rack up victories. begins when they become fans of A great way to get involved with the Alumni Association is Fone of our athletic teams and is through the new Class Ambassador Program, which involves made permanent whey they enroll volunteer opportunities with school programs and community as freshmen. This membership is lifelong service projects. Please contact Brent Coomes ’94 at brent- and comes with many privileges, benefits [email protected] or me at [email protected] or (502) 552- and responsibilities. 8879 for more information. Our goal is to have three to five At this year’s Open House, I had the opportunity to speak to alumni from each graduating class. current seventh- and eighth-grade young men and their families One of the more outstanding privileges of being an alumnus is about my experience at Trinity from an alumnus’ point of view. attending your class reunions. Nine graduating classes have Before my turn to speak arrived, I had the pleasure of listening to begun to plan class reunions to be held in 2002. Serving on your Todd Hollenbach ’57, who asked our visitors, “What is a fossil?” reunion committee is a great way to get involved with the He answered by saying he was a fossil — an Old Rock. Todd is a Alumni Association. Whether you are a member of the Class of member of Tri n i t y ’ s first graduating class and a great example of ’57, celebrating your 45-year reunion, or the Class of ’97, cele- how young our school is. This year’s eighth-graders who choose brating your 5-year reunion, the most important component of to attend Trinity will be members of our 50th graduating class and the reunion is your presence. Seeing old friends and sharing will push our alumni ranks to more than 12,000 graduates. memories is a truly enjoyable way to spend an evening. Don’t When my turn came to speak, I advised the young men that if grumble about the reunion location or activities — come recon- they chose to attend Tri n i t y , they might think they are making a nect with your classmates and enjoy the Trinity Family. fo u r -year decision. Not so. In choosing Tri n i t y , they will begin a Last, but certainly not least, if you have not already made your lifelong relationship as a member of the Trinity Family. gift to the 2002 Kevin Caster Annual Fund Appeal, please do so. The Trinity Family is at its best when it is most active. As Monies collected are used to fund scholarships and tuition aid important members of this family, I encourage alumni, parents programs. Tod a y ’ s students, as well as future Rocks, depend on and friends of Trinity to get involved in the many school activi- your support. ties this winter. The defending state champion IceRocks and the GO ROCKS! 5

NE ws from you i Ma g a z i n e . Larry has owned Bristlecone Marketing, Poplar Level Road for your hydraulic and pneumatic a marketing services company, for 21 years. Th e supplies. Go Rocks! Go Cats!” company does marketing and research projects for a 1970 variety of corporate, government, association, utility MICHAEL WEBB relocated to Wooster, Ohio, JOHN SHEEHAN, SR. recently joined Tube Tur n s and university clients. Larry’s wife of 26 years, where he is manager of CAD engineering for Technologies, Engineered Products Division, as the Ci n d y , is a pediatric occupational therapist in private Rubbermaid Home Products. “There is a bit of ‘Rock’ quality assurance supervisor. He is also in his second practice. She is also heavily involved in the Ever- in every piece of Rubbermaid you see,” he says. term as the chapter secretary of the A m e r i c a n green community and enjoys hiking, cycling, creat- Society for Quality. John has been married to the for- ing artwork and traveling. Larry’s son, Jeffr e y , is a 1978 mer Christy Thompson for six years. "She hasn't senior at the University of Colorado, double major- WILLIAM E. NEFF and his wife, Susan, announce shot me yet!" he says. John and Christy's son, Patrick ing with honors in history and political science with the birth of Adam Joseph, born September 17, 2001. ' 9 5 , g a v e t h e m t h r e e g r a n d d a u g h t e r s , W h i t n e y, a minor in education. Jeffr e y , an avid soccer player, Adam joins brother Will and sister Maddie. Bill is a Sidney and Sara. "I've watched the two youngest by traveled to Zimbabwe, Africa, to participate in a his- graduate of the University of Dayton (BS) and myself several times," says John, "and I have devel- toric series of matches in 1996. His team was the Wright State University (MBA). He currently serves oped a new appreciation for the moms out there. first non-African youth team to compete against as controller for Smurfit-Stone Container Corpora- Working all day is much easier!" Zimbabwe youth teams in the history of that nation. tion in Middletown, Ohio. Bill and his family live He is now involved with Semester at Sea, traveling in Cincinnati. He can be reached at wmneff3 r d @ JOHN SIPESis currently on the Artistic Staff of the the world, taking classes aboard ships and in various yahoo.com. Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF), where he has ports. Larry’s daughter, Meghan, is a senior at Ever- served as movement director since 1995. The OSF, green High School, where she too plays soccer. Her 1985 located in Ashland, Ore., is the largest repertory the- team traveled to France in 1998 to participate in a DAN BURCH and his wife, Kim, announce the atre in the country, producing 11 shows per season series of matches. Meghan was a team captain last birth of their second child, Joseph Connor, born with a company of 75 actors and a staff of nearly year and she was named to the All-Conference and March 25. Joe’s sister, Anna, 2, has no time for her 40 0 . As movement director, John is responsible for All-State teams. She is also a starter on the varsity br o t h e r , however, as she has already taken to the ten- staging fights, coaching period styles and arranging basketball team. Last year she scored 171 points, nis court. Dan is a sales representative for Duplicator non-dance movement sequences. He also works in including 29 three-pointers, placing her in the top Sales & Service in Lexington. He and his family live close collaboration with the festival directors and 10 in Colorado 4-A gi r l ’ s basketball. You can visit in Ver s a i l l e s . voice and text directors in assisting actors in the L a r r y ’s p e r s o n a l o r b u s i n e s s w e b p a g e s a t process of interpreting and executing their roles in the h t t p : / / h o m e t o w n . a o l . c o m / d u b o i s 1 9 9 6 / m y h o m e- GREG LAWS O N and his wife, Missy, announce context of specific productions. This year, in addition page/index.html and www. b r i s t l e c o n e m a r k e t i n g . the birth of their daughter, Olivia Leigh. She joins to his duties at OSF, John worked at several other com, respectively. big brothers Chris, 14, Will, 10, and Luke, 2. ve n u e s . In January, he performed “Mr. Lear,” a piece h e c o - w r o t e a n d d i r e c t e d a t L’ U s i n e - C i n COL. JOHN F. WAG N E R II I recently completed 1986 M o n t r e a l . He also directed “Coriolanus” at the 25 years of active duty in the Air Force. He is sta- DR. PAT DO N O VA N joined Cardiovascular As s o - Illinois Shakespeare Festival this past summer and tioned at Van d e n b e r g Air Force Base, Calif., and is ciates as a cardiologist in July. He completed his car- “Phedre” at the Department of Theatre and Dance at commander of Detachment 9, Space and Missile diology fellowship at the University of Kentucky the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in October. Systems. His current responsibilities include launch- Medical Center in June. Pat, his wife, Jeannie, and Prior to joining OSF, John was an associate professor ing military satellites and testing the National their two children, Blair, 6, and Patrick, 3, live in of theatre at Illinois State University (1983-95). Missile Defense system. He and his wife, Janet, have Lo u i s v i l l e . While teaching and directing at ISU, John also two children, Monique and Shawn, and a new grand- directed, acted and choreographed fights for the son, Cameron. They enjoy living in California but CRAIG SCHMITT and Tara Jane Waddell of Hart Illinois Shakespeare Festival. He served as artistic still follow Trinity football. “If any Trinity alumni Co u n t y , Ky., were married June 30, 2001. Both work director of the Illinois Shakespeare Festival from ever come to central California (especially ’71 class- for Brown-Forman Corporation, where Craig is man- 1990 to 1995. John earned a BA in theatre from mates), please give me a call,” says John. ag e r , Business Solutions, B-F Spirits America. Tri n i t y Loyola University in New Orleans in 1973, then alumni who attended the wedding are Greg Brodarick spent two years studying with Etienne Decroux in 1972 ’87, Brett Brunner ’88, John Higgins ’79, John Paris, France. John later earned an MFA in acting MARK BELLUCCI recently went into business for Lennon ’86, John Nelson ’86, Kent Panther ’86 and from Indiana University. John is a certified teacher of himself by starting Bellucci Mechanical, which per- John Rompf ’86. Craig and Tara live in Louisville. the Alexander Technique and a certified actor/ com- forms industrial chemical process piping in several batant for the Society of American Fight Directors. Louisville-area plants. Mark’s oldest son, Brian ’95, 1987 is a safety engineer and his other son, Eric, is a DAN DELANEY and his wife, the former Ginny 1971 restaurant manager. Mark’s daughter, Kristin, is a Guthrie (Assumption ’87), have a 3-year-old son, J. LAWRENCE FRENCH and his family have student at Western Kentucky University. Mark lives Phoenix. Dan is the senior programmer at Power lived in the Rocky Mountain community of in Louisville. Creative in Louisville. E v e rgreen, Colo., for 16 years. Larry is an avid cyclist. His trips have included a cross country ride 1973 GLEN GEORGEHEAD and Ann Elizabeth Eberle from Seaside, Ore., to Yorktown, Va., and numerous JON FAU L K N E R works in Washington, D.C., as a were married September 14, 2001. Ann is a graduate rides in the Rockies. He is also one of the founders Navy defense contractor. He is married with two of Sweet Briar College and the University of of Team Evergreen Bicycle Club, now in its 14th sons. Jon and his family live in Fredericksburg, Va. Ke n t u c k y , where she earned a JD. She is an associ- ye a r . It has developed into one of the premiere bicy- "I still keep in touch with some of the gang," he says. ate with the law firm Frost Brown Todd, LLC. Glen cle clubs in the U.S., with nearly 1,000 members. Jon can be reached at [email protected]. is a graduate of the University of Dayton and the The club’s Triple ByPass Ride from Evergreen to University of Kentucky, where he earned an MBA. Vail over three mountain passes is one of the top 10 1977 He is chief financial officer for Gateway Press, Inc. or ganized rides in the U.S., with nearly 2,000 partic- JAMES TH O M P S O N says, “We’re back! Come The couple is living in Louisville. ipants. The ride has been mentioned in Bi c y c l i n g see me at the Air Hydro ‘Parker Store’ at 4303 continued on next page 6

1988 CA P T . BRIAN WE L C H is stationed in Bavaria, HOMER A. HOLT II I and Lori Michelle Eggers of JOHN WAL L S H I E L D married “a magnificent gal Ge r m a n y , where he is a military intelligence office r Louisville were married May 19, 2001, at St. Francis (Kimberly) from Texas” in 1998. They also for an infantry battalion (2nd Battalion, 2nd Infantry in the Fields Episcopal Church. Lori is a graduate of announce the birth of their son, John “Harry” Harri- Regiment, 1st Infantry Division — “The Big Red Louisville Collegiate School; Washington and Lee son, born August 21, 2001. John is employed by the One”). Brian was relocated to Germany in Au g u s t Un i v e r s i t y , where she received a BS in biology; the Commonwealth of Kentucky. after a stay at Fort Lewis, Wash. He then completed University of Louisville, where she received an MS the Military Intelligence Captain’s Career Course, in physiology; and the University of A l a b a m a - Birmingham, where she received an MS in physical DIEGO MIRONmarried the former Patricia Fox of Signals Intercept and Electronic Warfare Office r ’s t h e r a p y. She is a physical therapist with the Washington State. They are the proud parents of Course in Arizona, and the Combined Arms Staff Kentucky Orthopedic Rehabilitation Team. Homer Cian Sebastian, 1. Diego is a graduate of the and Service School at Fort Leavenworth, Kan. Brian is a graduate of U of L. He is an investment consul- University of Notre Dame and Duke University, has kept busy with extended-day training exercises tant for PNC Brokerage Corporation. The couple is where he earned an MBA. He and Patricia work for in the Bavarian Al p s . living in Louisville. Intel K.K. in Tokyo, Japan. Diego can be reached at 1991 di e g o . m i r o n @ i n t e l . c o m . MASON CARRICO recently earned his MBA RON KIEFER earned a BS in electrical engineer- 1989 from National University in Sacramento, Calif. He ing from the University of Louisville Speed Sc i e n t i fi c School. He is a radio frequency engineer DOUG FREDERICK and Kelley Ann Street were and his wife, Kellie, are expecting their first child with SunCom Wireless. Ron and Jane Howell were married August 17, 2001, at the Cathedral of the in March 2002. Mason and Kellie live in Folsom, married November 4, 2000. Jane is a civil engineer Assumption. Kelley is a graduate of the University C a l i f . with the Corps of Engineers. The couple is living in of Michigan. She is a dental hygienist. Doug is a Louisville. graduate of Bellarmine University. He is an actuary. LEON SMITH, who was special assistant to The couple is living in Louisville. University of Kentucky head men’s basketball coach 1994 Tubby Smith in 1998 and ’99, returned to UK’s staff KEVIN M. DANT recently married Patricia A . A N D Y H E I M and Barbara A. Auslander have in October as director of basketball operations. His Lester of Hebron, Ky. He is currently managing a announced their engagement to be married. T h e duties will include managing Smith’s schedule and warehouse for a Louisville-based company in wedding will be celebrated at St. Agnes Church in team travel, being staff liaison with the Ac a d e m i c Cincinnati, Ohio. Louisville next November. Barbara is a graduate of Center and office supervisor assisting with on-cam- Fern Creek High School and the University of pus recruiting. The former Trinity and UK wide 1995 receiver spent the past year as assistant director of Louisville, where she was a member of the cheer- DEVIN PAN T E S S and Jamie K. Combs were mar- championships for the NCAAin Indianapolis. leading team. She works for United Parcel Service as ried September 29 at St. Louis Bertrand Church. an engineer in the International Data Management 1992 Devin is completing his degree in chemistry at the Department. Andy is a graduate of U of L, where he University of Louisville. Jamie is a graduate of U of BR YAN RADER and his wife, Leslie, announce the was a member of the track and cross country teams. L and teaches kindergarten at the Cabbage Patch birth of their first child, Rylee Lael, born July 26, He is an insurance agent for Detwiler & Co., Inc. Settlement House. The couple is living in Louisville. 2001. Bryan and his family live in the Boston area. JOHN W. HUDSON III and Erin L. Hambrick 1993 J E R E M Y P O O R E is an account executive for were married June 2, 2001, at St. Martin of Tou r s Glotel, an information technology provider for Catholic Church. Erin is a graduate of As s u m p t i o n TOM A B E R L I is associate principal at South Fortune 500 companies. He earned a BAin journal- High School and Birmingham-Southern College, Oldham High School. He taught math at Tri m b l e ism from Western Kentucky University in 1999. where she earned a BS in business administration. County High School for three years prior to moving Jeremy lives in Atlanta. She is a territory manager for Bristol Myers Squibb. to South Oldham. Ad d i t i o n a l l y , he is working toward John is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and his doctoral degree in education at the University of 1996 the University of Notre Dame, where he earned his Ke n t u c k y . BR E N T BR O C K announces the birth of his firs t MBA, was class president and received the Dean’s son, Peyton Hunter, born July 24, 2001. Distinguished Service Award. He is in finance with CHRIS DEVO TO and Kelly Brub of Wa i a n a e , Gallo Wine Co. The couple is living in Modesto, Hawaii, were married July 28, 2001. Mike Dwyer MA T HE R R O N is a reporter for Sn i t c h , a weekly Ca l i f . ’93 and Brian Dawson ‘93 served as best man and newspaper in Louisville that covers crime news and groomsman, respectively. Chris and Kelly both work in f o r m a t i o n . RICHARD L. TI N S L E Y recently joined the law in operations for UPS Logistics. The couple is living firm of Goldberg & Simpson, P.S.C. Rich concen- in Louisville. SEAN MIRANDA earned a degree in finance from trates his practice in the area of corporate, securities, Xavier University in 2000. He is currently a fina n c i a l tax, estate planning and health care compliance. He TON Y DI N G M A N and Heather Anne Burns were advisor for Morgan Stanley. Ad d i t i o n a l l y , Sean is the is a graduate of the University of Louisville Brandeis married September 2, 2001, at The Olmstead in Class of ’96 Ambassador contact. He is living in School of Law. He holds an MBAas well as a BS in Louisville. Tony and Heather are graduates of Louisville. He can be reached at sean.miranda@ business administration, both from U of L. Rich is Northern Kentucky University. mo rg a n s t a n l e y. c o m . also a certified public accountant and a certifie d management accountant. He and his wife, Natalie, CHRIS GOGUL and Amy Skinner were married CHRIS POWELL is a pilot for Continental live in Louisville. April 22, 2001. Patrick Ayers ’93 was the best man. Express Airlines. He is based in Cleveland, Ohio, Amy is a graduate of Atherton High School and and he is flying a 46-passenger ATR-42 aircraft. 1990 Washington University. She works for A D P i n Chris lives in LaGrange, Ky. DA VID COOGLE is currently employed by the Cincinnati. Chris is a graduate of Xavier University. University of Kentucky Athletic Deparment. He He works for Spear USA. Chris and Amy are living 1997 married Ashley Philpot of Harlan, Ky., on February in Cincinnati. Chris can be reached at gogul@zoom- PATRICK HOBAN and Jennifer Green have 26, 2001. The couple is living in Richmond, Ky. town.com. announced their engagement to be married. The 7

ceremony will take place in June 2002 at Holy Spirit ALEX CORCORAN is stationed aboard the 210- Ch u r c h . foot U.S. Coast Guard cutter Co n fid e n c e . He says he In Memori a m and his shipmates are patrolling the Caribbean Sea, MAT T H E W R. PFEIFFER and Ta b a t h a looking for drug smugglers, illegal immigrants and Gregory Bolden, Brewington of Lebanon, Tenn., were married in performing various search and rescue operations. brother of Christopher Bolden ’05 September 2001. Tabatha is a graduate of Wes t e r n They are also assisting with Homeland Security. In Donald C. Burke ’57, Kentucky University, where she graduated cum the coming months, Alex will attend aviation school brother of T. Patrick Burke ’62 laude with a BA in public relations. She is in mar- in North Carolina in order to become a helicopter keting with Bennett & Bloom Eye Center. Matthew me c h a n i c . Ronald L. Gamboa ’86, is also a graduate of WKU, where he earned a BS in uncle of Andrew Gamboa ’02 computer information and was a member of Sigma REID MARKHAM, a sophomore at the College of Richard T. Quesenberry ’78; Chi fraternity. He is a computer programmer for William & Mary, Wil l i a m s b u r g, Va., made the most Complete Computer Solutions. The couple is living of his first career start by leading the basketball team uncle of John Aldred ’03 in Louisville. in scoring for the third straight game, putting up a Anna L. Werle, ca r e e r -high 23 points, as William and Mary won its 2000 mother of Steve ’61, Paul ’64 and Rick ’69; first game of the year, defeating Charleston Southern, grandmother of Mike ’89 and David ’90 CHRIS AD A M S O N , a.k.a. Big Country, is an assis- 71-60 November 24. Markham led all scorers, hitting tant football coach at Kentucky Country Day School seven of 11 attempts from the field, including four of Craig A. Wilkerson ’84, and a student at Sullivan College. “I still fight cattle six from behind the arc, and making six of eight from brother of Jon Wilkerson ’88 on weekends,” he said. Chris lives in Louisville. the free throw line.

Hu n d reds Attend Gamb o a ’86 Memori a l

he terrorist attacks of September 11 have affected us all A memorial mass was held at Tri n i t y ’ s Convocation Hall on T in some way. The tragedy was felt at Trinity High School Fr i d a y , September 14. More than 400 people attended, including with the loss of alumnus Ronald L. Gamboa ’86. the Gamboa family, members of the local Filipino community Ron, 33, was aboard United Airlines Flight 175 from Boston to and Trinity alumni, faculty and students. It was a telling reminder Los Angeles, when it was hijacked and flown into the Wor l d of the fragility of life and the support of the Trinity Family. Trade Center in downtown Manhattan. He was returning to his Trinity chaplain Father David Zettel ’58 celebrated the mass. home in Santa Monica, Calif., after vaca- tioning in Boston and Cape Cod with his partner of 14 years, David Brandhorst, 42, and their 3-year-old adopted son, David. Drs. Renee and Ranulfo Gamboa, Ron’s parents, learned of his death at 6 p.m., when a United representative phoned their Anchorage home. “It was just sheer waiting and crying,” Renee Gamboa told The Courier-J o u r n a l . “I just kept calling and calling and calling. Calling his phone. Calling United. Calling my friends, because I had a friend that has a daughter that works for Ron was born in the Philippines and had come to the United United, and I was just trying to find out if they knew the names.” States with his family when he was 6 weeks old. As a Trinity stu- The last time the Gamboa family saw Ron was over Labor dent, Ron was active in campus life. He participated in the Day weekend, when family and friends had gathered at the Spanish Club, the Pep Club and Intramural Sports. He was also Gamboa home. Ron promised he would return September 21 for i n v o l v e d i n c o m m u n i t y s e r v i c e , t h e S p e c i a l O l y m p i c s a n d his parents’38th anniversary, she said. S.A.D.D. (Students Against Drunk Driving). Ron was a member As the week unfolded and the pain of the tragedy spread across of St. Albert the Great Parish. the country, a memorial shrine for Ron began to form alongside After graduating from Tri n i t y , Ron earned a degree in business the Rock in front of Tri n i t y ’ s Steinhauser Gymnasium. Friends, administration from Rutgers University. neighbors and citizens placed flowers, notes of sympathy and Other survivors include three sisters: Maria, 36; Regina, 34; faith, American flags and other items around the Rock. and Rachel, 31, and a nephew, Trinity senior Andrew Gamboa. 8

Sto s b e r g ’99 Studies in Russia

magine having this as your fall term paper topic: Tsarist intel- Cathedral, the Tsarist architecture in St. Petersburg and sites in Iligence operations prior to the Russian Revolution. Give that Vladimir that are more than 700 years old.” assignment to Phillip Stosberg ’99, a student who is proof In Vl a d i m i r , however, Stosberg was able to truly experience that teachers have an impact on their students’lives. Russian life. Like most European cities, Moscow and St. “I never found anything in school that particularly interested Pe t e r s b u r g have McDonald’s, KF C , Pizza Hut and even TG I me,” said Stosberg while taking a break from writing a paper on Fr i d a y ’ s restaurants. Tsarist intelligence operations prior to the Russian Revolution. “I didn’t go to Russia to eat McDonald’s,” he said. “I went to “ A l l I w a n t e d t o d o w a s p l a y m u s i c . be immersed in a culture that was totally However, Mr. (Dan) Zoeller ‘made’ me foreign to what I’m used to in America. I read Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment. could not say I’m getting an education It captivated me. So I read some of his other without an experience like this one. I wish work and some To l s t o y, and I decided more students could study and travel to study Russian literature and language abroad. I want to travel and learn as much in college.” as I can before ‘I’m too old.’” S t o s b e rg i s c u r r e n t l y a U n i v e r s i t y o f St o s b e r g is planning to return to Vl a d i - Kentucky junior in the Honors Program, m i r f o r t h e 2 0 0 2 - 0 3 a c a d e m i c y e a r f o r double-majoring in Russian and history. more intense language study and historical After taking courses in Russian language, research. He is also open to job opportuni- literature, history, economics and political t i e s a s R u s s i a c o n t i n u e s i t s e c o n o m i c science, Stosberg decided the only way to rebirth and reform. really learn the Russian language was to M e a n w h i l e , S t o s b e rg c o n t i n u e s t o p l a y speak it with the natives. In June 2001, he drums in his band Irina. He played in three departed for V l a d i m i r, Russia, a small d i fferent bands while a Trinity student, town of 400,000 people located two hours including one called The National Ac r o b a t from Moscow. While there he lived with a that released three CD s. The band played khozjaika, a single mother, in a tiny two- n e a r l y 9 0 s h o w s , i n c l u d i n g t o u r s o f t h e Phillip Stosberg '99 and a model of room apartment, took classes and traveled Tsar Ivan IV(“The Ter rible”) East and West Coasts. Irina intends to to Moscow, Yaroslavl and St. Petersburg. in Vladimir, Russia. release a CD and tour in the near future. “Besides taking classes,” he said, “I enjoyed seeing the histori- “I love the band and I love school, which balance each other cal sites and architecture. Russian history is so rich and so much out,” said Stosberg. “Times are busy and my hair is falling off my older than our American history. It was amazing to see statues of head, but I’m still young and will continue at this pace. It’s all been Lenin and Lenin himself at his tomb in Red Square, St. Basil’s a mind-opening experience, and it started in Mr. Zoeller’s class.”

Se a r ching For Our Men in Uniform

n the wake of the terrorists attacks in New York City and We seek help in finding these young men. If anyone knows of IWashington, D.C., a renewed sense of appreciation and a Trinity alumnus who is serving in any of these capacities, support has been rained upon the men and women who please send the following information to: serve in the armed services and police, fire and EM T de p a r t - k a h l @ t h s r o c k . n e t or John Kahl, Trinity High School, 4011 ments. With our country involved in military action there is a Shelbyville Rd., Louisville, KY 40 2 0 7 new sense of urge n c y . We at Trinity would like to show our sup- port for all the Trinity graduates who are presently serving in NAME OF AL U M N U S : uniform by creating a display acknowledging their service to GR A D U A TION YE A R : our country, our city and Tri n i t y . This includes Ar m y , Navy, Ai r SE R VING IN: Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Police, Fire, Emergency Medical CU R R E N T LO C AT I O N / B A S E : and National Guard personnel. AD D I T I O N A L CO M M E N T S : 9 AL UMNI NEWSi

Father of Milliner ’68 Dona tes Book to Librar y

Mi l l i n e r , father of William P. Milliner ’68, recently Mi l l i n e r , but had negative results. Hummel and Milliner were J.E . donated three copies of his book, The Angel and the listed as Missing in Action. Some years later, the Defense Ea g l e , to Tri n i t y ’ s W. Peter Flaig Library Media Intelligence Agency “rated” missing persons in Southeast As i a Ce n t e r . The book is an account of William Milliner’s disappear- ac c o r ding to the degree of suspected enemy knowledge, using a ance in Laos during the Vietnam War . scale of 1 to 5. Hummel and Milliner were classified “Category In March of 1971, while a PO W being transported along the 1,” meaning the U.S. had reliable information that the enemy Ho Chi Minh Trail to Hanoi, Frank A n t o n knew the fate of Hummel and Milliner. observed a warrant officer helicopter pilot who … A confusing aspect of the re c o rds of appeared to have recently been captured. Th e Hummel and Milliner is that the Defense pilot was wearing a fresh flight suit and he, De p a r tment classifies their loss as “non-hos - unlike the other filthy and haggard prisoners, tile.” This information does not seem to corre - was still clean. Anton believes this pilot was late with known enemy knowledge of their fate, William Milliner. unless rep o r ts were received that the two sur - After his release from captivity in 1973, vived the crash of their aircraft only to stumble Anton researched the unaccounted for warrant into enemy hands at a later time. Clarifying of ficers lost or missing in the area. The only information is not available in public rec o rd s . s u c h o ff i c e r s w e r e Wa r r a n t O ff i c e r J o h n …Nearly 600 Americans were lost in Laos Hummel of Barstow, Tex., and Warrant Office r during the war in Vietnam. Although the Pathet 1 William P. Milliner of Louisville, Ky. Wro t e Lao stated on several occasions that they held Anton: “The fate of that helicopter pilot has “tens of hundreds” of American prisoners, haunted me for more than a quarter of a cen- Laos was not included in the negotiations end - tury; I sincerely believe that he is Wi l l i a m ing American involvement in the war, and the Mi l l i n e r , my adopted PO W / M I A .” U.S. has never negotiated for the freedom of The following is an excerpt from the book. This section these men since that time. Consequently, not one American held appears in the preface written by Anton, author of Why Didn’t in Laos has ever been rel e a s e d . You Get Me Out? with journalist Tommy Denton: Hu m m e l ’ s remains were discovered at the crash site in 1984 On March 6, 1971, War rant Officer John Hummel, pilot, and by tribesmen hunting aloe wood. Milliner has not been found. In War rant Officer 1 William Milliner were flying an AH1G Cobra 1996 the status of William Milliner and John Hummel was helicopter gunship as the wingman in a flight of two helicopters changed from non-hostile and they were declared killed in action returning from a combat mission over Laos. While en-route, the (K I A ) . weather turned hazy. At about 2000 hours, the wingman notified According to J.E. Milliner, “This book will tell the story — his troo p ’ s forwa r d operation at Khe Sanh, South Vietnam, that based on government documents, some marked ‘secret’, as to both gunships were planning to use a ground control approa c h . what happened to these two chopper pilots.” That was the last radio contact with WO Hummel’s aircr a f t . J.E. Milliner was a PO W at Stalag Luft II I in Germany during … S e a rch and rescue efforts were begun for Hummel and World War II .

2001 Reunion Seaso n Succe s s f u l Ne w Alumni Board ood times were had by the hundreds of alumni who Me m b e r s Electe d Gattended their class reunions this past summer. For the 10th consecutive year, every anniversary reunion has ongratulations to Steve Jecker ’70 and Billy been held. Eighty class reunions have been held since 1992, Roby ’88 upon their election to the Al u m n i bringing classmates together again to renew friendships and C rekindle Rock Pride. Board of Directors. The Board also expresses Enjoyable and successful reunions were held for the Classes of its appreciation to the departing Tim Poole ’87 for his 1961, ’66, ’71, ’76, ’81, ’86, ’91 and ’96. Many thanks to the service to the Alumni Assocation. Mark Plummer ’69 is reunion committee chairs: Charlie Ricketts ’61, Michael Price ’66, Jack Freibert ’71, Paul Resch ’76, Steven Tompkins ’81, the current chair and Sean McGuire ’84 is the chair-e l e c t . David Elder ’86, Rob Beaven ’91 and Sean Miranda ’96. 10

Re v. Kilcou rs e ’ s Book Receives Good Revi e w

t some point during our academic careers, most of us read sor emeritus of English Wade Hall. Father Kilcourse has also Aa Flannery O’Connor short story or novel. “AGood Man written extensively on Trappist monk and Catholic thinker is Hard to Find,” for example, can be found in high Thomas Merton and edits the highly respected Me r ton An n u a l . school and college text books across the country. O’Connor’s Wrote Professor Hall: “Indeed, in the present study he plumbs words pull heavily from religion (Catholic and Protestant) and the sacred depths of O’Connor’s fiction and shows how her Southern culture. Catholic faith thoroughly informs her novels and short stories, The title of Father George Kilcourse’s (’65) new book, Fl a n - transforming them into powerful jeremiads for calling souls to ne r y O’Connor’s Religious Imagination: A World With Every- repentance. Not only does she portray vividly the sorry state of a thing Off Balance, prepares the reader to possibly view faith and polite, lukewarm Christianity but, according to Kilcourse, she pro- its personal origins in a different manner. To read O’Connor vides ‘an alternative vision of a spiritually wholesome reality.’ ” (1925-1964) is to experience religious fundamentalists and To illustrate this point, Kilcourse investigates how O’Connor an assortment of freaks, set on the backdrop of backwoods wrote and her influences, and then pursues an in-depth study of Southern culture. Kilcourse, however, calls O’Connor “a mod- her fiction. According to Professor Hall, “In helping us under- ern Catholic contemplative,” “a contemporary American doctor stand Flannery O’Connor, Father Kilcourse helps us better of the Church” and an important voice “for our ongoing renewal understand the mystery that enfolds all of us.” as Church.” Ki l c o u r s e ’ s book combines his talent for writing and literature K i l c o u r s e ’s new book won high marks in a review (T h e with his vocation as a priest and extensive knowledge of theol- Co u r i e r- J o u r n a l , November 4) by Bellarmine University profes- og y . It is available at local bookstores and through Paulist Press.

Roc k s to Retain Shillelagh Cup By John Kahl ’69 Shillelagh Cup Honorary Captain

t was a beautiful fall day on September 17 when the Second beginning to be changed to green, and Trinity was staging an IAnnual Shillelagh Cup was held at Nevel Meade Golf Course incredible comeback. in Oldham County. Trinity won the inaugural event in 2000. The tension rose with each match that approached the last This annual event is a Ryder Cup-style competition between hole. Rumors were spreading about what the final score was, but the Trinity and St. Xavier Alumni Associations. One point is the reality is that no one really knew. With one match remaining, 1 awarded for a win and a ⁄2 point awarded for a tie in each match. St. X declared victory was theirs by one point. However, when In order to win the Cup, St. X the final cards were turned in, 1 had to collect a total of 16 ⁄2 the end results showed a 16-16 points. For Trinity to retain the tie. According to the tie rules, Cup, it had to accumulate a total Trinity retained the Cup. of 16 points. It was a great day of fellow- St. X accumulated point after ship, school loyalty and friend- point early on and established a ship. All players had a great convincing 6-2 lead. T h r o u g h time, and talk for next year’s dogged determination and effe c - event dominated the conversa- tive team play, the Rocks fought The Rock’s 2001 Shillelagh Cup Team tions. It was a pleasure to wit- 1 1 back and were down 9 ⁄2 to 6 ⁄2 after the completion of the four- ness the camaraderie, laughter and bantering that took place. ball section of the tournament. The remaining matches were all Many thanks to Chris Tompkins ’78, Alumni Board immedi- single matches and it looked like an uphill battle for the Rocks. ate past-chair, and David Troutman ’85 for organizing the Su d d e n l y , the black numbers representing the St. X team were Shillelagh Cup tournament for the second straight year. GO ROCKS! 11

Four Alumni Named to “Forty Under 40” List

our Trinity alumni were named to the Business First Fo r t y Todd, LL C . He holds a BA (cum laude) from Harvard University Under 40 list. According to Business First, a weekly news- and a JD (cum laude) from Northwestern University. Fpa p e r , the purpose of the list is to introduce its readers to Br a m e r , 34, is president of MedVenture Technology Corp. He “40 dynamic people under the age of 40 who are making signif- holds a B S in hospital and healthcare administration from icant contributions to B e l l a r m i n e U n i v e r s i t y the Greater Louisville a n d a m a s t e r o f h o s - area.” The listees also p i t a l a n d h e a l t h c a r e w o r k w i t h n u m e r o u s a d m i n i s t r a t i o n f r o m c h a r i t i e s a n d n o n - Xavier University. p r o f i t o rg a n i z a t i o n s . Burckle, 39, is pres- One hundred twenty i d e n t / o w n e r / f o u n d e r individuals were nom- o f A d a m M a t t h e w s in a t e d . C h e e s e c a k e I n c . H e The four alumni are w a s e d u c a t e d a t t h e David Beckman,Jr .’8 1 Kevin Bramer ’8 5 Adam Burc k l e’ 7 9 Christopher Ott’8 2 David L. Beckman, Jr. “ s c h o o l o f h a r d ’81, Kevin L. Bramer ’85, Adam Burckle ’79 and Christopher J. knocks,” he told Business First. Ott ’82. Ott, 37, is president/CE O of Ott Communications Inc. He holds Beckman, 37, is an attorney and partner with Frost Brown a BS in marketing and communications from Xavier University.

Je f f e rs o n Club Membership Dea l rom time to time we are made aware of programs or side the Louisville area. The Club also offers a Masters Program Fb e n e f i t s t h a t w o u l d b e o f i n t e r e s t t o Tr i n i t y Alumni. to members, which enables participants to use local clubs such as The Jefferson Club in downtown Louisville is offering Polo Fields Country Club, Glen Oaks Country Club, Covered Trinity alumni a Preferred Membership with a multitude of Bridge Golf Club, Indian Springs Golf Club, Milestone Fitness benefits. The Club has also agreed to satisfy the initiation fee of Center and Foxhollow Wellness Spas. Trinity alumni. In addition to satisfying the initiation fee, the Jefferson Club Residents of Louisville know that the Jefferson Club is the Board of Governors will also waive your first month’s dues upon premier business club in Kentucky. However, many people are approval of your application into membership. The dues will be not aware that membership in the Jefferson Club allows you full donated to Tri n i t y . The amount will range from $46 to $124, privileges at more than 250 of ClubCorp’s private clubs, hotels depending on the membership level selected. This is a wonderful and resorts throughout the U.S. and internationally, including opportunity for you to begin enjoying a private club membership Pinehurst and Homestead Resorts. and support Tri n i t y . ClubCorp offers a Signature Gold golf program that allows For more information on a Jefferson Club membership, call members full golfing privileges and waived greens fees at more membership director Carolyn Cunningham at (502) 561-2304 or than 100 Associate Gold and Signature Gold country clubs out- e-mail her at [email protected]. Rock Roo ts n a letter to Trinity President Dr. Rob Mullen ’77, Judy IZehnder O’Neil commented on the Trinity Tradition. Said O’ N e i l : “T rinity has been a part of my family for many years. It started in 1959 when my brother, Tom Zehnder ’63 (a.k.a. Dr. Z), walked through the doors of Trinity for the first time. I can still remember decorating for dances and selling chances to raise money for the band. That tradition has continued into the next generation. Five of my nephews have graduated from Trinity and the sixth one is currently a junior. One of my brothers-in-law is Pi c t u r ed from left to right are John Olsen ’01, Adam Keal ’99, a Trinity graduate, as are several of my cousins. I am sure that Je r emy Noon ’98, Kurt Zehnder ’98, Tommy Cole ’96, one day my great-nephews will attend Tri n i t y. ” Tim Golden ’71, Mike Noon ’69 and Tom Zehnder ’63. 12

Ca d et Losacker ’99 Thanks THS

he following is an excerpt from a letter sent to Tri n i t y always demanded hard work and winning results. That’s what I TVice President for School Advancement Joey Porter ’78 gave them, and in a way, I feel like I’m still giving them that now. from Cadet Second Class Brandon Losacker ’99, a stu- The coaches may not realize it, but they do a fantastic job of dent at the U.S. Air Force Ac a d e m y . developing character in their athletes. I’d like to think that the coaches realize they’re not just making winners on the field, but The last two and a half years have been a real experience for winners in life as well. In the end, that’s the most important thing me. The Academy has opened a lot of doors and allowed me to they do. take advantage of some great opportunities. I got here and went The instructors deserve the same thanks. The academic back - th r ough Basic Training and learned to push myself beyond my gr ound I received at Trinity has been invaluable to my academic limits. I spent the rest of my first year as a Doolie (Academy talk s u rvival/success here at the A c a d e m y. I am an engineering for freshmen), enduring the mental and physical challenges that mechanics major, and all of the mathematics and physics classes come with that. I’ve taken have built upon a great foundation laid by my instruc - I’ve seen the other side of that experience, too. This past sum - tors at Tri n i t y . mer I instructed Basic Training and took a hand in transforming But it wasn’t just the math and science classes that have put me 17- and 18-year-old kids into fighting men. I’ve seen incred i b l e in such a good position, it’s all the other courses as well. As a things that will never leave me. Like the night in survival train - fu t u r e office r , there is a great emphasis placed on ethics and ing when I was walking across a beaver dam in some unknown decision making because we are expected to make the right valley deep in the Rocky Mountains. In my half-hallucinating, moral decisions about the conduct of military operations. There hu n g r y and dehydrated state, I stopped to admire an amazing is a right decision and a wrong one. My religion classes have sight: fog was rolling off the pond water and made to glow by a helped give me a moral perspective on what the right decision full moon beneath the clearest night I’ve ever seen. It’s perfect may be. There are so many other classes I took at Tri n i t y , that moments like that, calm and amazing in the midst of hards h i p , while not directly applicable now, had one underlying contribu - that one’s faith is rei n f o r ced. tion: the demand for adherence to standards. The discipline phi - I’ve done exciting things as well. From flying in an F-16 losophy of Trinity is very beneficial to its graduates. Excuses for fighter jet (an experience that rei n f o r ced every dream and goal doing the wrong thing were never entertained and the standards I’ve ever had) to falling through a clear blue sky after jumping of conduct were always upheld. There was a right way to act and out of a perfectly good airplane in Basic Military Fre e f a l l ca r ry ourselves and we were expected to do it. The demand for Parachuting School. personal responsibility is something society no longer empha - For all I’ve gotten a chance to experience here I feel like I sizes in our youth but still demands of adults. To place those need to thank my instructors and coaches at Trinity for it. In ath - demands on teenagers is doing them the greatest good despite letics Trinity has always been driven to win. This demand for how they may balk and rebel. In an age of compromise and over- excellence breeds an attitude of perseverance and a great work se n s i t i v i t y , I am proud to come from a place that still holds those ethic that can be readily applied off the playing field. My coaches values and traditions dear.

Sh am r ock Bass Class i c on Hold For 2002

Dear Fellow Shamrock Bass Classic Fishermen and Sponsors: event a reality. We will be calling on all of you when the 2002- The Shamrock Bass Classic, normally set for the second 03 school year rolls around to help make the Shamrock Bass Saturday in May, will be po s t p o n e d for 2002. We will start up Classic bigger and better than ever. We will be “open for fish i n g ” again with our tournament in 2003 and provide the same again May 10, 2003. quality event we have shared with you in the past. Th i s Until then, upgrade your tackle box, hone in on those fish - does not mean that the Shamrock Bass Classic is perma- ing skills and study the topographic maps. We will be back. nently discontinued from the many special events we offe r God bless you all. Keep on fish i n g . to our alumni and students. We’re just taking a brief hiatus. We appreciate the fantastic support by way of sponsors and Re v . Ron Domhoff H’98 fishing participants, and especially from our energetic core of Joe Bryant ‘75 alumni volunteers who are so crucial in making this type of an Co-Directors, Shamrock Bass Classic 13 Rock Rewi n d i

Many interesting teachers have taught at Trinity over the years, and “Rock Rewind” remembers those held fond in the memories of alumni. Jim Connell ’63

By Travis Wagoner ’90 Di re c t o r , Annual Fund & Alumni Relations

t’ s not easy to concentrate during a warm April day. It’s and asking, “Is this anyone’s? Is this anyone’s?” He, like many impossible to concentrate when your girlfriend is invited of his classmates, was wearing the current popular hairstyle. It’s into your art class by your teacher. a short haircut in which the hair is...well...sort of brushed for- I Trinity art teacher and department chair Jim Connell ’63 ward, and usually looks like the wearer just woke up. did just that in April 1988. Like my classmates in Art I, I The bell rang, and Mr. Connell’s charges shuffled and slumped was busy painting a watercolor, trying not to look out the window their way to their seats. One student didn’t move quickly enough, of the Communication Arts Center at the gorgeous day awaiting and Mr. Connell asked him to please sit. Another student sport- us. The view was improved by three Sacred Heart students who ing a blue and white striped shirt and a black-brown, diamond- had come calling. Their names shall remain anonymous. patterned tie commented, “Mr. Connell, I think bad people should On second thought, they were Robin Cochrane, start having to do pushups.” Maggie Fennell and Maria Kaufmann, all 1989 Connell is in his 29th year at Tri n i t y . He has alumnae. Atapping sound came from the window been Art Department chair for 27 of those years. just five feet from the table I shared with four After graduating from Trinity in 1963 (his nick- fellow art students. I looked up to see an odd sight name was “Ivy”), he attended Bellarmine Univer- at Trinity: girls. And they were wearing skirts. si t y , majoring in art, which is an accomplishment All were waving, and Maria held flowers. Th e y in its own right since Trinity did not have an art pointed directly at me. department in the early 1960s. He also earned a The guys at my table erupted with laughter and Ma s t e r ’s degree in teaching from Western Ken- teasing. Mr. Connell pushed his chair away from tucky University. his desk and walked hurriedly toward the exit. I Vietnam was next. Connell was drafted into the knew I would be removed from Art I forever after U.S. Army and taught to assemble and disassem- he finished asking my lady friends to leave. ble nuclear weapons. Handling a class of sopho- Not quite. mores requires similar nerve and skill. In strode Mr. Connell with Robin, Maggie and Connell did his student teaching at Tri n i t y , and Jim Connell ’63 Maria in tow. Like laser-guided sights, all eyes he was asked to stay. Over the years, he’s taught were riveted on our new friends. thousands of art students and endeared himself to them. “Y ou have visitors,” he said to me, smiling broadly. Mark Connell was a tough teacher. What is a perfect work of art to Fackler ’90, one of my tablemates, began pulling out samples of a student may well receive a “C” grade from Mr. Connell. He my work for the girls to critique. Mr. Connell stood smiling and refused to let us get by with minimum effort. Sadly, I have not laughing, obviously enjoying the fun. The girls left after a short taken an art class since the 1987-88 school year, but I still know visit, fearing disciplinary action from Sacred Heart, and it was what a vanishing point is. back to work for the boys. Class continued exactly as I remembered. Mr. Connell turned I recently returned to Art I to learn that not much has changed. on the radio. Pencils and chalk scritched on sketch pads. Students Th e r e ’ s something about the visual arts’ freedom of expression worked quietly, joked with classmates or asked their teacher as that allows young men to forget the daily high school stresses of many questions as they could. calculus, biology and English. Oc c a s i o n a l l y , Mr. Connell asked a pointed question of his own. I arrived at my old classroom to find the familiar tables “Eric, are you working?” he inquired from across the room. arranged just as they had been in 1988. Sophomores were gath- “I’m waiting for you, sir,” replied Eric quickly. ered around Mr. Connell’s desk, peppering him with questions “Good cover-up, dude,” remarked one of his tablemates. both trivial and intelligent. Other students busied themselves Always the teacher, Mr. Connell spent the period moving from gathering empty bottles, paint brushes, books and other assorted table to table to assist his students, giving individual instruction props for their still-life displays (The medium was chalk). One on how to draw highlights with chalk. The banter at each table young man wandered about the room holding a stuffed Gumby continued on next page 14

Rock Rewi n d continued from page 13 was reminiscent of a celebrity roast. approximately every two minutes. Not even the whole song — “Look at all the highlights on that,” said Mr. Connell to a just “Sweet Caroline,” occasionally followed by the “ba-dump- young man having difficulty with the rendition of a small brass bump-ba” musical accompaniment. bear he was drawing. “I think you made them too bright.” The class was serenaded a last time before the bell rang. Chairs “H e ’ s a bright guy,” was the response. The other students at the were pushed away from tables, and the sound of pencils falling table laughed snidely. into boxes and shuffling paper filled the air. At no time during the It was after hearing this gem that I realized an art class tradi- past 50 minutes had I seen these boys move so quickly. The room tion continues: there is one table at which Mr. Connell spends a was in constant motion as students scurried to put away their majority of his time. This table was and is populated by young supplies. They exited in a rumpled mass of heavy feet, playful men who obviously have artistic talent, but who also enjoy them- punches and biting one-liners. It was good to be back. selves at all costs. If there was trouble, it wasn’t difficult to locate “So, what did you think?” asked Mr. Connell. its source. “This was like visiting a museum,” I replied. “Nothing has For example, I’m not sure why, but a student sang “Sweet changed. How have you done this for 29 years?” Caroline” from the song of the same name by Neil Diamond “Because it’s fun,” he said. Al umn i - O wned Temp Firm Top Kentucky Business on In c . Li s t ike Stinson ’78 and Rusty Jones ’78 started Ready Street — to its current 20,000-square-foot corporate headquar- M St a f fing Services in 1995 when they bought a small ters on Ormsby Station Road in eastern Jefferson County. job transportation company and turned it into a Ad d i t i o n a l l y , Ready Staffing has opened or acquired 65 office s st a f fing firm. Six years later, Ready Staffing is the highest-rank- in 12 states and bought two Florida-based competitors. The acqui- ing Kentucky firm on In c . ma g a z i n e ’ s list of the nation’s fastest- sition of a Fort Lauderdale operation with 14 offices in 1997 growing private companies. The firm provides temporary work- “turned up the growth curve,” Stinson told The Courier-J o u r n a l . ers to the construction and manufacturing industries. Jim To d a y, Ready Staffing and its sister company, Al l - Tr a d e s Campbell ’78 is also with the company as senior vice presi- Direct, find work for about 9,000 people each day across the dent/general counsel. nation at construction sites, warehouses, distribution centers, Th e rankings appear in the October 16 issue of In c . Ready tool-and-dye shops and more. St a f fing made the list at No. 27 with $91.2 million in 2000 sales, In Louisville, Ready Staffing sends out 80 to 90 workers a day, compared with $1.5 million in 1996. The magazine bases its mostly to the food industry. Ready Staffing also contracts with rankings on the percentage of revenue growth among private such local companies as Jewish Hospital, Ten Broeck Hospital companies over the previous four years. Ready Staffing increased and Waste Management. its revenues by 6,000 percent from 1996 to 2000. “People just want to hire people on a short-term basis,” The company has grown steadily, expanding from its original Stinson told The Courier-J o u r n a l . “We just felt like it was a huge o ffice — a 1,200-square-foot space at Broadway and Ninth growth opportunity.” Three Receive Byrd Scholars h i p s he Robert C. Byrd Scholarship is a national scholarship enrollment). This year, three of Tr i n i t y ’s nominees were Tprogram. Only 90 of the scholarships are given in selected from the Third District. The winners are 2001 gradu- Kentucky; 15 are awarded per congressional district. ates Michael Paradis, Nick Vance and John Woock. Each Trinity was allowed to nominate four students (according to received $1,500. TRINITY THANKS THE FOLLOWING celebraTion 2002 CORPORATE SPONSORS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT: Associated Insurance Edelen & Edelen Realtors Magnolia Place Ready Staffing Beechmont Pres s Fox & Associates McMillan Development Ru e f f Sign Company Bob Ray Company, Inc. IMI Concret e Monsour Builders Se l l e r s b u r g Lumber Business Telephone Systems Insuramax, Inc. Mooser & Freibert Land Title Co. LLC St o c k y a r ds Bank D & M Service Company, Inc., Ka y r ouz Heating & Air Conditioning Co., Inc., Mo r gan Stanley UBS Paine Web b e r Heating and Air Conditioning A York Distributor Pinnacle Prop e r t i e s Underwriters Insurance Don Meredith Reprographics Company Logan LaVelle Insurance Agency LLC Power Crea t i v e West-Edelen Development PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR VERY GENEROUS SPONSORS! 15

Veals ’00 Making Strides at Western By John Darr ’97 Sp o r ts Publicist, Western Kentucky University

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Antonio Veals gets very few oppor- oping relationships with his teachers, something he credits to his tunities to catch passes in Western Kentucky University’s run- success at Tri n i t y . He said that his friendships with teachers Ken oriented offense. In 10 games his freshman year, he caught eight Ellenbrand and Dennis Esterle H’01 made him want to succeed passes. This year, as the seventh-ranked Hilltoppers’top receiver so he wouldn’t let them down. on the depth chart, he’s snagged two of the team’s 13 completed “Some guys thought Esterle was mean,” he said. “Once I grad- passes in eight games. But it doesn’t bother him. His whole life uated, I realized that he got mad when he saw someone not liv- he ’ s been a receiver in a run heavy world — being forced to ing up to their potential.” make the most of the chances he gets. Veals said his relationship with his When he was young, Veals used to professors and the knowledge of com- hang out with a bad crowd in his home- puters has put him further along than town of Jeffersonville, Ind. He said some most of his peers. He’s even had to of his friends from that crowd have been s h o w c l a s s m a t e s h o w t o u s e t h e i r arrested for selling drugs and murder. Texas Instruments TI-83 graphing cal- “When I was with them, I was on the culators, which are standard issue to road to a whole lot of bad,” he said. “If I Trinity freshmen. ha d n ’ t gone to Tri n i t y , I would have got- Now standing six feet and 185 pounds, ten into the same things my friends did.” he said he runs the 40-yard dash in 4.5 Veals was blessed with speed and he seconds, a little slower than his senior used his gift to play for the Shamrocks. year in high school due to the muscle His father wanted him to play football he ’ s added. Before missing the regular- a t Tr i n i t y b e c a u s e o f t h e e d u c a t i o n season finale and NC A A pl a y o f fs with a Antonio would get there, not because of viral infection, he was a role player on the school’s state championships. It last year’s Hilltopper team that went 11- would be one of the best decisions he 2 and 7-0 in the school’s last year in the said he ever made. As a member of the Ohio Valley Football Conference. He Shamrock football team, he had no time caught eight passes for 87 yards and a to get in trouble in Indiana. Coaches saw In their 2000 match-up, Western Kentucky’s An t o n i o touchdown, had one carry for four yards his potential. During his senior year at Veals slipped past an Eastern Kentucky defensive and made four unassisted tackles on spe- Tri n i t y , he was voted honorable mention back for a 6-yard reception. cial teams. Veals collected two recep- Photo by Joe Imel, Daily News all-state and first team all-district. He tions for 22 yards in his collegiate debut helped lead the Shamrocks to an 11-2 overall record, a perfect 6- against UT Martin and his longest catch last season was a 26-yard 0 mark in district play and the quarterfinals of the state tourney. touchdown reception in a win at Tennessee State. He also lettered twice in basketball, the sport, he said, that is his “Playing for the OV C title and an NC A A championship was real passion. the most fun thing I’ve ever done,” he said. “We were like a pack “T rinity helped me out a lot,” he said. “It helped me with the of animals.” transition to college. Good grades at Trinity were a lot harder to This season he’s benefiting from the arrival of former NF L get than here.” quarterback Jim Harbaugh at practice. Jim is the son of Wes t e r n ’ s He compares being a student-athlete on the college level to head coach, Jack Harbaugh, and was released by the Detroit holding down a job — 20 hours a week of practice, 10 hours in Lions just prior to the start of the 2001 season. meetings and studying film and six more hours of mandatory “Having an NF L quarterback throwing drills is perfect,” Vea l s study hall. And that doesn’t account for travel time to and from said. “He’s brought new drills to practice, and his presence dur- games as well as missed classes while on the road. ing game time will hopefully bring some changes in the offe n s e . ” “I wish I had more time,” he said. “In college, you’re on your Even though he’s not setting records right now, Veals is confi- own pretty much. Mom’s not here to do my laundry, so I have to dent he can make it to the NF L . He’s learning several positions find time to do that. I don’t party and I don’t have time for a girl- and wants to have a try at cornerback next season. friend either.” “My future is bright,” he said. “If I’m not going to see many The one thing Veals tries to make time for in college is devel- balls in the game, I’m going to make the most of my job.” 16

This is the first in a series of articles about former Trinity teach - ers and where their careers have taken them. For future arti c l e s , we solicit your suggestions, personal stories, memories and pho - tos of other former teachers and coaches, especially those from the early years of the school’s history. Where Are They Now? By Bill Brasch ’66 ohn Hughes attended the Class of 1966 35-year reunion this successes. “Steiny was totally dedicated to Trinity,” said Hughes. past summer (due in part to my efforts spent locating for- “He was a good role model for the young faculty.” mer teachers and coaches from his era who are still alive). Hughes married Pat Smith, a friend since the days when both JFrom 1960 until 1968, Rev. John Hughes taught history, attended Holy Name School. Pat is a teacher at St. Albert the religion, Spanish and Latin at Great School. They have twin daugh- Tri n i t y . In retrospect, he should ters, Lauren and Kristen, who are stu- have been called “Irreverent” Hughes. dents at the University of Kentucky. Hughes is no longer an active Hughes has taught history and priest, but he is still a devout Catholic comparative religions at KC D for 27 and a high school teacher at Kentucky years. He takes photos at school Country Day School in Louisville. He events for the yearbook and newspa- remains the same cocky, irreverent, pe r , like he did at Trinity. He is also highly opinionated teacher that for- contemplating retiring after the cur- mer Trinity students vividly remem- rent school year. ber and loved. A fellow teacher during Hughes’ When asked what is his best mem- tenure at Tr i n i t y has a particularly ory of his years at Tr i n i t y, Hughes heartwarming story about him. Pat quickly responded, “The whole thing!” Barbato, primarily remembered as a He thinks that the faculty’s enthusi- football coach, recalls the evening Pi c t u r ed clockwise from upper left are: Tony Heitzman, asm and dedication set the tone. Paul Davin, John Hughes and Dave Hazelip H’96. Hughes visited with his family: “I “Most of the priests were young and invited Father Hughes to dinner with right out of the seminary but quickly became outstanding teach- my wife and three children. After dinner, he took a photo of my ers,” said Hughes. “The Faculty House provided an around-the- fa m i l y . When my wife died a few years ago, I noticed that the clock atmosphere on campus. If you were in the classroom build- only photo I had of the entire family was the one he took that ings at night or on the weekends, you’d surely run into another night. Now, more than ever, I really cherish that evening he spent faculty member or student working on a project.” with us.” He summed up his experience this way: “Trinity brought out When asked to compare his experience at Trinity with that at the best in all of us. It was continually challenging to me and the KC D , Hughes hedged. other priests. The early Trinity years provided a unique and won- “I have enjoyed all phases of my career,” he said. “I simply derful atmosphere that will probably never be equaled.” enjoy life.” Hughes has fond memories of Father Steinhauser, Tri n i t y ’ s But does he miss Tr i n i t y and the priesthood? “Absolutely. first principal, and his unique contribution to the school’s early Continually!”

2002 Class Reunion Update s

lanning has begun for all 2002 class reunions. Reunion Committees are working to set dates and PClasses celebrating reunions are 1957, ’62, ’67, finalize details. Please call the Office for School Ad v a n c e - ’72, ’77, ’82, ’87, ’92 and ’97. Trinity will cele- ment at (502) 893-7625 for more information or to get brate its first 45-year reunion when the Class of ’57 involved. Reservations are a must! Watch your mailbox gathers for its celebration. for more information after the holidays. 17 Al umni Profile i

St e ve Higd o n ’81: Brain Drain Dran o

By Travis Wagoner ’90 Di re c t o r , Annual Fund & Alumni Relations

teve Higdon and his high school buddies lived for Friday His fascination became a career with United Parcel Service in ni g h t s . 19 9 1 . “ I t ’s all we thought about,” said Steve from his He started as a senior account executive at the UP S Yam a t o SGreater Louisville Inc. office in downtown Louisville. P a r t n e r s h i p ( U n i S t a r ) , o p e n i n g t h e L o u i s v i l l e b r a n c h o f “W e worked hard at school all week, but Friday night Un i S t a r ’s first U.S. expansion. was for fun. Whether it was a game, a dance or a chance to meet He was with UP S until departing the company for GL I in Sacred Heart and Assumption girls, we were there.” 1997. At UP S he held the positions of marketing manager, Ai r St e v e ’ s focus has moved beyond Friday nights. As president Ca r go Division/UP S Airline; air passenger charter sales man- and C E O of Greater Louisville Inc., the Metro Chamber of ager; and economic development manager. Along the way he Commerce, he hopes to reserve more fun and a helped to develop business plans for UP S ’Tai p e i better quality of life for Louisvillians. and Guadalajara flights, which included visits to Greater Louisville Inc. (G L I ) is a not-for-p r o fi t Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore b u s i n e s s - l e a d e r s h i p a n d e c o n o m i c - d e v e l o p m e n t and Mexico. A d d i t i o n a l l y, he developed and o rg a n i z a t i o n r e s p o n s i b l e f o r t h e c o m m u n i t y ’s implemented a strategy to attract high-tech jobs economic development program. Steve and his to Louisville. 70 coworkers oversee a $7 million annual budget No w , his passion for Louisville and its future is and collaborate and coordinate with business and his job. He hit the ground running at GL I , helping elected officials on a wide variety of community to coordinate the largest economic development issues. He took the position in January 2000 after project in Kentucky history — the $1 billion UP S spending nearly two years as GL I ’s chief operat- Hub 2000 project, which created 6,000 direct new ing office r . jobs. It also laid the foundation for Louisville’s S i n c e t h e n , S t e v e h e l p e d l e a d t h e b u s i n e s s even brighter economic future. co m m u n i t y ’ s successful effort to consolidate the “I want Louisville to be an economic hot spot,” city-county government and he has more recently he said. “A thriving, vibrant city with jobs in as Steve Higdon ’81 worked to bring an NB A franchise to Louisville. many fields as we can create — a city where my “Louisville has a high quality of life already,” he said. “We children can fulfill their career goals, but with our wonderful have an extremely low cost of living and a low crime rate. Tra f fic quality of life preserved and enhanced. We can’t change the jams move at 45 miles per hour. Louisville is one of nine U.S. unusual Louisville weather, but we can change what this place cities that have all five performing arts. We have one of the coun- will be in 2020 for everyone’s children.” tr y ’ s largest park systems per capita in acreage. The list goes on. One of Steve’s initiatives at GL I is to stop the “Brain Drain.” “W e also have incredible people here. Louisvillians have roots In 1960, Louisville was the 32nd largest city in the U.S. In 1990, in their neighborhoods. People who aren’t from here laugh about it was 50th. In 1997, it was 62nd. When the city-county merge r it, but it’s an asset that Louisvillians ask each other where they is complete in 2002, Louisville will be one of the country’s top went to high school. It’s great to go out to eat and run into sev- 25 cities. eral people you know.” “2000 was the first year in the past three decades that Louis- Steve, however, does not sit still. He wants the best for his city ville actually grew faster than the national average,” said Steve. and himself. “GL I ’s goal is to grow the population by 200,000 over the next After graduating from Tri n i t y , Steve earned a BB A in market- 20 years, which is about 10,000 people per year. Acommunity is ing from the University of Kentucky, graduating with honors. like a business — if it doesn’t grow, it will become stagnant.” His dream job was to be a veterinarian, but according to him, the To reverse the “Brain Drain”, GL I implemented a program to sciences are not his strongest subjects. Instead, he began his attract people back to their hometown. Many Louisvillians leave studies at UK majoring in accounting in hopes of becoming an for college after high school and do not return, seeking opportu- FB I ag e n t . nity elsewhere. One initiative is sending thousands of e-post- “I decided, though, that the FB I wa s n ’ t for me,” he said. “I cards to the nearly 40,000 expatriate Kentuckians — most of took some great marketing classes my junior and senior years, them Louisvillians — living out of state. The response has been and I became fascinated with international business.” continued on next page 18

Al umni Profile continued from page 17 tr e m e n d o u s . family atmosphere persists. “GL I has received thousands of e-resumes from people saying, “T rinity is blessed with people like Father Dave Zettel,” said ‘I want to come home. Please help me find a successful career in Steve. “He has his arms out to give you a hug before he even Louisville,’” said Steve. “It’s exciting to market Louisville to says hello.” those folks.” A self-described cut-up as a Trinity student, Steve was either Steve is also confident that Louisville, like Nashville, Char- having fun or trying to make fun. He related a story involving lotte and Raleigh, can retain its young, educated population. parachutes for frogs he admitted to science teacher Joyce Riggs “In 1980, Louisville had a population of 950,000 and only recently: Nashville had 850,000,” said Steve. “Now, Louisville has 1 mil- “W e sent some of them flying,” he said. “Class changed from lion people and Nashville has 1.2 million. Nashville also has pro- biology to physics without Ms. Riggs knowing it.” fessional football and hockey. They have entertainment and a Despite occasional antics, Steve was more than prepared for fun, vibrant atmosphere that appeals to young adults. I want to college. He graduated from Trinity with 12 college credit hours, create an atmosphere of opportunity for our young people. enabling him to forego some UK core curriculum courses. “I want opportunities for them to serve on community board “I’m so glad Tri n i t y ’ s commitment to education continues,” he positions and achieve civic roles while pursuing a profita b l e said. “I’m also impressed that Trinity is not satisfied. Look at our career and having a great time downtown after 5 p.m. It can be campus compared to just 10 years ago. Th e r e ’ s more to come. done. Our challenge is to create more great, high-income jobs so Our vision must be great. We should strive to have not only the that young people will stay here.” best campus in Kentucky, but also the best graduates.” Steve also believes that Trinity has a role to play. He looks forward to sending his sons to the school he contin- “T rinity and other schools, public and private, must continue ues to give back to. Steve has three boys: Caleb, Connor and to produce bright, productive citizens,” he said. “I think about Aaron. He and his wife, the former Suzanne Krebs (Sacred Heart Trinity alumni who are now playing significant roles for our city, ’82) are expecting their fourth son in February. and there are a lot of them.” “T rinity Class of 2020,” he said, smiling. According to Steve, who serves on Tr i n i t y ’s School and With the same smile, he was out the door to a press confer- Foundation boards, his alma mater’s culture is unchanged. Many ence, no doubt for yet another opportunity to promote our city. of Steve’s teachers continue to teach today’s young men, and the Get ready Louisville — Steve Higdon will not suffer stagnation.

Ric k e t ts ’61 Hono red By St. Matth e ws Business Ass o c i at i on

ttorney Charlie Ricketts ’61 was named the St. Association, a three-term Governor of the Kentucky Bar A Matthews Area Business Association (S M A B A ) Association and former president of the Kentucky 2001 Albert Sanders Member of the Yea r . Academy of Justice. Charlie has been active in the community for many In Charlie’s many years of volunteering for SM A B A , years. He was named Louisville’s Outstanding You n g he has served as president for 1992-93 and has chaired Man in 1976 and is a graduate of the Focus Louisville numerous committees, including Light Up St. Matthews program and of Leadership Louisville. He is a Bingham and Music in Brown Park. After serving as chair of St. Fellow for 2001, a member of the Lions Club, the Ma t t h e w s ’ Earth Day Parade in 1990, he was tapped to Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable Foundation, chair the committee which produced the Defenders of the Trinity High School Foundation Board and has Charlie Ricketts ’6 1 Freedom Parade July 4, 1991, in recognition of our served as president of the Bellarmine University Al u m n i returning Desert Storm troops from Iraq. Association. Charlie has been married for 36 years to his lovely wife, He is involved in the Boy Scouts, working closely with the Janice, and has three children: Julayne, Jonathan and Matthew. Lincoln Heritage Council, and has two sons who are Eagle He was honored by S M A B A at its 2001 Community Pride Scouts. Charlie is also former president of the Louisville Bar Breakfast December 5. 19 Ca mpus News i

Six Named Nati onal Merit Semifina l i s t s

ix students were named National Merit Scholarship S e m i f i n a l i s t s b y t h e N a t i o n a l M e r i t S c h o l a r s h i p Corporation. Trinity seniors John Balbach, Jon Bellante, SMatt Pierce, Chris Richardson, Chris Schaefer and Brad Wise IV received the honor. Out of the more than one million high school juniors who annually take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (P S AT ) , the corporation honors 15,000 students based on their high scores. Finalist status can be achieved through principal endorse- ment, strong grades throughout high school and by an SA T sc o r e comparable to a student’s PS A T sc o r e . “ I t ’s great that I am able to improve the school’s image through my hard work and achievements,” Richardson told Left to right: Brad Wise IV, Chris Schaefer, Chris Richardson, Tri n i t y ’ s EC H O ne w s p a p e r . “I’m really proud of that.” John Balbach, Matt Pierce and Jon Bellante.

St u de n t s Visit Nati onal Relief Offic e s

en Trinity students traveled to the national headquarters cation, programs and advocacy for Catholic Charities of Tof Catholic Relief Services in Baltimore, Md., in Louisville, told The Record ne w s p a p e r . He also noted that visit- N o v e m b e r. They also visited the national office of ing the offices enhanced the students’awareness of their global Catholic Charities in Washington, D.C. mi s s i o n . The trip was intended to educate students about the Catholic Catholic Relief Services operates in 85 countries to relieve Ch u r c h ’ s global presence, Mark Bouchard, coordinator of edu- po v e r t y , hunger and suffe r i n g .

A Rock in a Hard Plac e By James Conner ’02

Mr . Joey Porter ’78, vice president for school advancement, athlete, my mom has great perseverance in the face of the great- teaches an eighth-period community service class. His students, est adversity of all, life. She always finds a way to win. all seniors, were recently asked to write a paper on a “Rock of Her attitude toward serving people is also great. She always Se r vice,” a person who demonstrates for them the ideal of serv - taught me to help others, even those who use me. As for her con- ing others. The piece published here was written by James fidence, it is best described in this parable: I can do all things Conner ’02. He writes about his mother. Enjoy. through Christ who strengthens me. My mom has also shown me her ways of being a Rock through her work ethic. My mother has hen you hear the word “Rock,” what comes to mind? been more than a parent to me. She has been my role model, my W Some people think of a hard piece of stone. Others friend, my earth queen. who are sports fans think of the WW F wrestling super- I haven’t always shown my appreciation for her being so great, star who wins all the biggest matches no matter how great the odds. but I will soon. So one day this year, probably during graduation For me, my Rock is my mother. Like a piece of stone, she can when I’m staring at her angelic face, I can say to her: I love you withstand momentous amounts of pressure. Whether it’s work- more than anything in the world. Thanks. ing a mentally challenging job or dealing with my 6-year-old These are just a few words to describe my angel, my guardian, si s t e r , my mom is seemingly indestructible. Like the famous my strength, my Rock…my mom.

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Dare to Care Drive Breaks Record

his fall, Trinity continued its tradition of participating in Said Trinity President Dr. Rob Mullen ’77: “I marvel at the Tthe annual Dare to Care Food Drive. Last year, the school generosity and compassion shown by our students and school was responsible for collecting 24,088 cans of food in each Thanksgiving. Our students are examples of what is right support of the drive. This number represented 217 percent of the with young people today.” sc h o o l ’ s goal. “A very special thanks goes to all the students, but especially This year, running the program through Tr i n i t y ’s new House to all of the teachers who put forth an extraordinary effort to System, the school raised money and cans that together total help bring in the cans and money for the Dare to Care Drive,” 31,574 cans of food. This number represents 259 percent of added campus minister Father Ron Domhoff H’ 9 8 , who over- the goal. sees the food drive. Continued Improve m e n t s

rue to our heritage, we are not standing still. We are not cabling network. All of Old Trinity Hall and Sheehan Hall Tcontent with yesterday’s success. The 2001-02 school received a facelift with new lighting, ceilings, flooring and paint- year has been one of action and movement. ing. Two existing classrooms on the third floor of Sheehan Hall were converted to computer labs for Traditional Program stu- Class size: Our beginning school enrollment of 1,201 was our dents and equipped with 50 computers bearing the Success- la r gest in more than 15 years. In order to continue to provide the Maker software. Several enhancements were made to building highest quality education possible, we hired additional teachers exteriors and further upgrades will be made to outdoor campus to allow us to lo w e r our average class sites. Steinhauser Gymnasium got its size. There are also several teacher-c e r - first major renovation since opening in ti fi ed administrators who returned to the 1968. The Chapel was completely reno- classroom this fall, including the presi- vated, featuring new paint, carpet and dent. Their return to the classroom con- chairs, and a new altar. tributes to Tri n i t y ’ s lower average class The daily perseverance of our contrac- size. Based upon the actual first day tors, the consistent project management enrollment, our average class size is of Mr. Glynn Stengel ’67 and the tireless 22, perhaps the lowest class size in the ef forts and long hours of Joe Demling history of the school. Ask around; this ’68 and his staff made all of the suc- The Floersh Hall Extension and Shamrock Hall. is the lowest average class size for a cesses of the summer of 2001 possible. school our size in this community — public, private or parochial. Families can expect continued dramatic changes to our cam- Research indicates that smaller class sizes si g n i fi ca n t l y en h a n c e pus in each of the next several years. the teaching/learning environment. Improved communication: Several initiatives are underway Student services: We added two new professionals to our to improve parent-school communication. All teachers have Counseling Department, lowering our student-counselor ratio to their own e-mail address. Every classroom has its own tele- the best level in our school’s history (146:1). The new counselors phone and every teacher their own direct-dial phone number work in the areas of college counseling and special education and voice mailbox. Phone calls are returned within 24 hours. services. Our focus has been sharpened and is responding to stu- This summer we began publishing an eight-page monthly dent needs. newsletter for parents. It contains the most relevant, up-to-date information necessary to help parents guide their son’s journey Campus improvements: For the third consecutive summer we through Trinity. invested heavily in improving our college-like campus. As we now enjoy the results of the single greatest building boom in our New talent: As we have replaced teachers and staff members sc h o o l ’ s history (R.W. Marshall Sports Center, Shamrock Hall, who did not return and expanded our staff to lower class size, the Floersh Hall renovation and extension, and site improvement level of talent we have attracted to Trinity is phenomenal. Single projects) we attacked a new $1.5 million renovation project. job openings brought literally dozens of applicants. We were able There are new heating and air conditioning systems in Old to be very selective in hiring the best, the brightest and the most Trinity Hall and Sheehan Hall, a third floor connector between enthusiastic. Our work place is fresh, vibrant and energized. Our Floersh Hall and Sheehan Hall, and a new video/voice/data- students are the benefici a r i e s . 21

Rockin’ 2001 Opens Schoo l Year n August 25, Tri n i t y ’ s campus was filled with energe t i c Ofreshmen participating in the games of R O C K I N ’2 0 0 1. This year’s freshman orientation event was led by more than 60 seniors who took the teams of freshmen through their friendly competitions. More than 330 freshmen attended the event. The evening began when the 30 teams dispersed to begin the competitions. Laughter and cheering were heard throughout the fast-paced night. In the end, the three teams that made up Aquinas House took the trophy, having scored the highest num- ber of points. A special thanks to the 30 teachers, administrators, staff and alumni who worked throughout the evening. What a great way for the Class of 2005 to begin their first year as Rocks! Fun and games at Tri n i t y ’ s Rockin’20 0 1 .

Sc h olar ship Prog r am Expa n de d he Trinity High School Board of Directors recently These scholarships are in addition to the extensive need-based Tapproved expanding its Steinhauser Scholars Program for tuition assistance programs already in place. In addition, we will those students with excellent academic ability and perfor- increase the merit scholarships currently given to the top 20 stu- mance. The program provides scholarships to students who score dents of each class (2003, 2004, 2005) as those students make well on the annual Catholic High School Placement Tes t . their way through Tr i n i t y. The scholarships will increase to Beginning next school year, Steinhauser Scholars will receive $1,000 annually. r e n e w a b l e , f o u r- y e a r t u i t i o n s c h o l a r s h i p s f o r o u t s t a n d i n g “Our mission from the day we opened has been to serve the achievement on the annual Placement Test. Those scoring in the broadest population possible,” said Trinity President Dr. Rob 98th or 99th percentile will receive $3,000 annual scholarships. M u l l e n ’77. “We are proud of the academic, geographic, racial, Those scoring in the 97th percentile will receive $2,000 annual ethnic and economic diversity found in our school. Our doors scholarships. Students must meet certain performance standards will remain wide open for those who seek a caring community to be eligible for the scholarships. Atotal of 25 scholarships will of teachers and learners rooted in the Gospel message of Jesus be granted each year. C h r i s t . ” Online Grad es Now Avai la b l e epending on whether you ask parents or students, “It takes about five seconds,” vice president for school DTri n i t y ’ s new online grading system is a boom or a advancement Joey Porter ’78 told The Record. bust. On September 19, students’ progress reports for When parents log on to the Trinity web site, up-to-date grade the first three weeks of school went online. Every three weeks information, complete with teacher comments, is available with another update of students’ grades is posted on the Trinity web a student identification number and a password. When parents site, and every nine weeks report cards will appear online. c h e c k t h e r e p o r t s , t h e y a l s o h a v e a c c e s s t o t e a c h e r e - m a i l In the past, progress reports were issued every six weeks, in addresses and telephone numbers, enabling them to respond to part, because of the preparation and mailing and the cost of teacher comments and ask questions. postage. A paper copy is still available by mail for those who Appropriate security measures have been implemented. On- d o n ’t have Internet access. Only about 200 parents have line grades are also secure. Reports are read-only files, backed- requested this service. up and protected. He r e ’ s how it works: Teachers keep grades on their computers So far, Trinity is the only Catholic high school in the Ar c h d i o - and when reports are due, they “export” them to a central pool cese of Louisville and one of the few in the country that has that is placed online. adopted this technology. Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! Go Rocks! 22

Se n i or Class President Sets Tone at Opening Mass

n overflow crowd of students, faculty, alumni, parents So p h o m o r es – I know that you may feel invisible. However, as A and members of the community filled Alumni Hall members of Tri n i t y , your strong group has shown that they are August 31 for Opening Mass. A la r ge number of students lively and enthusiastic. I hope that you harness your talents and and faculty participated in the ceremonies, which were concele- make the most out of this school year. My challenge to the sopho - brated by Fathers Dave Zettel ’58, John Curran, Ron Domhoff mo r e class is that you come to appreciate Trinity and understand H’98 and Joe Hemmerle H’00. that your time is coming. The highlight of the morning was the student address, pre- Juniors – You have been working hard and paying your dues sented by Senior Class President Charlie Singleton ’02. to become school leaders. You are earning your right and Singleton set the tone for the upcoming school year and chal- privilege to be the role models of the school. I hope you can lenged all students to enjoy their time at Tri n i t y . Below is a tran- realize your coming role of leadership and accept it willingly. script of Singleton’s address: I challenge the junior class this year to respect your fellow “Good morning, and welcome to all of the members of the classmates and to become closer with each other as a family Trinity Family gathered here today. This morning is not only a and bro t h e rhood. mark of the beginning of the new school year, Fi n a l l y , my friends, the senior class. For the but also a time for us to come together and meet past three years, we have struggled in classes, as one. sweated, bled and laughed together, and ulti - Th r oughout this school year, each of us will be mately began a special bond of friendship. You faced with unique challenges, but the way we, as have honored me by allowing me to rep r esent you Trinity men, choose to deal with them makes us to d a y . I cannot express the love that I have for you di f f e r ent. We accept the challenges that are given guys. I want the entire community to know that to us, just as the men before us did. We continue fr om our senior ranks I have witnessed examples the heritage of excellence that our founders cre - of true courage. I have seen examples of love in ated from a vision that was Tri n i t y . action and I have seen examples of character far Trinity brings to us not only an outstanding beyond a young man’s years. So, most impor - education, cutting edge facilities and a rich fam - ta n t l y , I thank you for making me a better man. ily and brot h e r hood, but also a proud and grea t My challenge to all of you in our senior class tradition. Men amongst you now walked these is that we set a new mark of excellence, a new hallways years ago. Countless sons, fathers, st a n d a r d, so that every person associated with uncles and brothers have done the same. Now you Charlie Singleton ’01 Trinity will one day say that the Class of 2002 ar e here at Tri n i t y , and you are creating a future for yourself, and will be rem e m b e r ed. maybe for your sons someday. Fi n a l l y , I would like to reveal to you the school slogan and This school year holds much that we, together as brothers, can poster for this year. After countless sessions and some real frus - unlock. The faculty can teach us how to build our skills to tration, we, the class officers, have come up with what we think become successful. Some faculty have been here for many years, is a strong theme for you. It is said that no matter how much some in recent history and 14 have just joined us this year. But Trinity changed with new buildings, teachers, and students, the the fact remains the same: The teachers at Trinity are a special tradition set by our founding fathers in the beginning is still pa r t of the family. They teach us, coach us, counsel us and, most pr oudly followed. The physical make-up of the school itself may im p o rt a n t l y , love us. In my experience, a teacher has always be different, but our loyalty still lies in the same place. The slo - been available to help, always available to talk and always gan is “Proud heritage. Bold future.” Thanks to David Power, available to provide to me the best education that I could possi - Class of ’89, and Cary Meyer, Class of ’88, we created this bly have. I want to thank all of the teachers that give all of us so poster for this school year. Through the creative efforts of my fel - much, and I would like all of you to know that the differences that low senior officers Alex Hennessey, Nick Steinhauer, Jimmy you are making in our lives are everlasting and never forgotten. Mu r ray and Tommy Frey , the idea was born. In black and white Fr eshmen – You are now seated where many before you have an old picture of Trinity students is shown, but students from our been. I remember when I sat in the same place. Every other stu - senior class of 2002 were inserted in color. dent present here today has sat where you now sit. You will be Guys, wherever you end up in Tri n i t y ’ s history, you will still amazed at how fast your four years here will fly by. You are the ca r ry the proud heritage that this school rep r esents. We have all newest addition to a loyal band of people, and you are a welcome been given special gifts. We have all been given special stren g t h s . addition. This year, I challenge the freshman class to work hard We have all been given special abilities that will help us to con - and learn from the older guys. One day in the very near future, tribute towards our bold future. To use them is your choice. you will be the leaders of the school. God bless Tri n i t y . Have a great school year. Thank you.” 23

Ne w Schoo l, Foundati on Board Members name d he Trinity High School Board and Trinity High School student representative. TFoundation Board has appointed new members to its The new Foundation Board members are: Bill Brasch ’66, ranks. The School Board is the governing body that University of Louisville; J.R. Curtin, Connected Learning.Net- controls the operation of Trinity High School. The Foundation work; John Hollenbach ’79, John P. Hollenbach Co.; Bill Board controls the school’s assets. O’Connor ’71, National City Bank; Joe Powell ’84, Presentation The new School Board members are: Steve Higdon ’81, Solutions; Jim Sheehy ’83, WAVE - T V ; Dick Swope, Sam Swope president and CEO, Greater Louisville Inc.; Rev. Nick Rice, Auto Group; and Alice Tasman, Tasman Industries, Inc. pastor, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish; and Chris Schaefer ’02,

Loco c o Sweeps IUS Writing Cont e s t ongratulations to Trinity faculty member Tony Lococo, Said Trinity Principal David Wi n k l e r : Cwho recently swept the Indiana University Southeast “Students in Mr. Lococo’s English and jour- (I U S ) Writing Contest by winning first, second and third nalism classes can rest assured that he places in the Essay Category for 2001. The titles of his prize- understands their problems as writers and winning essays are “One Could Do Worse,” “AStep in the Right knows what he is talking about when he pro- Direction” and “No, Vir ginia.” vides direction and support.” Lococo is a graduate student at IU S , where he is working toward his second Master’s degree and his Rank I teaching cer- ti fi cation. He is in his 21st year at Tri n i t y . Tony Lococo

An Open Letter to the Trinity Fami l y In the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Principal David leaves for school. It is his home just down the way from his other Winkler received the following letter from a Trinity parent: home. My wife and I rely on his other home because we believe in people, but not just any people. n September 11, I was on duty at Wright Patterson Trinity is not just hallowed halls of brick and morta r . It is a “OAir Force Base, not far from here in Dayton, Ohio. community of administrators, teachers, counselors, coaches and The week before I was at Little Rock AFB, my home friends. And I do not believe that people have a job there but a unit. As events unfolded I was thrown into times I rem e m b e re d , calling. You and your staff watch over my son physically, emo - but somehow different. I could no more fathom these events in my tionally and spiritually. And so I have no dread, no doubt and lit - homeland than you. But they were real, and we locked down the tle heartache when I am away for my country. I do not want my Base awaiting further orders. son to be in good hands. I need my son in good hands. And as I Many young men and women in my unit are from many places place him in yours every day, so I accept the sons and daughters ar ound this country. They do their duty, but they are young and I in mine when I am in uniform. We have this common duty, this am sure their thoughts stray to faraway places and much unsure - calling, you, your staff and I. ness. I know because I remember my thoughts not so long ago. Make no mistake about it — the world is a dangerous place and Later in the evening, we had our positions and schedules and it always will be. Whether I go to another land soon to do my coun - became a waiting game. These young airmen are not so many try ’ s bidding or to another state, or perhaps remain at home, in years ahead of my son. I see him as I watch over them. each case I will not look over my shoulder and wonder about my As these events unfolded, I could not comfort my son or my so n ’ s guidance and protection. I know deep in my heart that things wife. But I knew my son would be comforted and protected just ar e okay. In the worst of times, we Americans are at our best. like any other day, and this gave me some solace. I did not This high school in the heartland of America, in a small town choose Trinity lightly, nor do I take it lightly each day as my son in St. Matthews, they call Tri n i t y. ”

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Sh am r ock Awards Dinner Hono rs THS’ Finest

rinity honored its most exemplary students at the annual Higdon ’81, president and CE O of Greater Louisville Inc., the TShamrock Awards Dinner Sunday, September 16 at Metro Chamber of Commerce. In his current position Steve has Alumni Hall. More than 600 guests attended. The dinner worked tirelessly to promote the economic interests of the is sponsored by the Alumni As s o c i a t i o n . Louisville area, he was a key player in rallying support for the Including 66 graduating seniors (Class of 2001), 260 students Lo u i s v i l l e - J e f ferson County merger and he has embraced the received Shamrock Awards for placing on the Honor Roll all four challenge of retaining Louisville’s best and brightest young peo- quarters of the 2000-01 academic year (194 this year). ple. In short, Steve has his finger on the pulse of economic and Also honored were 74 Trinity Scholars, 37 inductees to the educational viability in our community. After graduating from National Honor Society, 34 inductees to the National Beta Club Tri n i t y , Steve earned a bachelor’s degree in business administra- and six 2002 National Merit Semifinalists (seniors John Balbach, tion from the University of Kentucky. He and his wife, Suzanne, Jon Bellante, Matthew Pierce, Chris Richardson, Chris Schaefer have three children: Caleb, Connor and Aaron. They are expect- and Brad Wise IV). ing their fourth child. Steve is also a member of the Trinity School Guests had the pleasure of hearing keynote speaker Steve Board and the Trinity Foundation Board.

Five Inducted to Hall of Fame hree alumni, one former prin- man for the second straight year, as Tcipal and one former principal is stated in his Alumni Board office and president were inducted description. A nomination commit- into the Trinity Hall of Fame at the tee comprising faculty, alumni and 2001 Hall of Fame Banquet held at b o a r d m e m b e r s w a s c o n v e n e d a n d Alumni Hall Th u r s d a y , November 29. instructed to seek qualified nomina- Forty-eight members of the Trinity t i o n s . T h e N o m i n a t i o n C o m m i t t e e ’s Family have been honored in this way. f i n a l i s t s w e r e p a s s e d a l o n g t o t h e The 2001 Hall of Fame process Selection Committee, which had the b e g a n i n J u n e . S e a n M c G u i r e ’ 8 4 , s a m e s t r u c t u r e a s t h e N o m i n a t i o n Alumni Board chair-elect, served as Co m m i t t e e . the Hall of Fame Committee chair- This year’s inductees are: Trinity’s 2001 Hall of Fame Inductees are: Richard “Dick” Bealmear ’59, David L. Hazelip, Ph.D., H’96, Jim Sapienza ’81, W. Peter Flaig H’00 and Jim Ferriell, Jr. ’60

Richard “Dick” Bealmear ’5 9 Over the years, Trinity has won many championships. The firs t record of 353-281-1. The track team also established 21 school state title came in 1957 and was in cross country. Dick Bealmear records. More importantly, all of his four-year lettermen earned was the number two runner on that team and co-captain of the their degrees. 1958 squad, which also won a state championship. As a student, From 1975 to 1996, Dick was a school guidance counselor. He he was a Shamrock Award winner and a member of the National was department chairman at Meyzeek Middle School when they Honor Society. earned the KA C E S Award for having the top middle school guid- Dick taught and coached at Trinity from 1965 to 1970. In 1967, ance and counseling program in Kentucky. While at Crosby he became head cross country coach and led the team to an upset Middle School, he received the Keystone Award as Jeffe r s o n victory at the State Meet. Thus, Dick became the first Tri n i t y Co u n t y ’ s outstanding middle school counselor. graduate to win state championships as a member of a team and After retiring from Jefferson County Public Schools, Dick as a coach. From 1970 to 1975, he taught and coached at Ballard returned to Trinity to serve as assistant cross country coach for High School. In 1972, the school won its first cross country state the 1999 and 2000 seasons. In 1999, he was inducted into the title. He was voted Coach of the Year in 1967, ’71 and ’72. Kentucky Track and Cross Country Coaches Association Hall Dick was head coach at Bellarmine University from 1983 to of Fame. 1992. During this time, his cross country teams compiled a Dick and his wife, Judy, have two children, Craig ’84 and Julie. 25

Five Inducted to Hall of Fame (c ont. )

Jim Ferriell, Jr. ’60 Jim Ferriell, Jr. was one of the anchors of the early Golf Championships, and the Senior PGA Championship. He played Shamrocks, who won their first state championship in 1960. He on the PGA Tour in 1965, 1966 and 1969-75, finishing 66th on led the 1960 team with an average score of 35. This early suc- the Official Money List in 1973. In 1994, he captured both the cess paved the way for a lifetime of golf achievement. His Senior Player-o f - t h e - Y ear and the Indiana PG A Pr o f e s s i o n a l - o f - Indiana and national golfing records range from junior champi- th e - Y ear awards — the second time he received both awards. onships to the PG A Tour to two Indiana Professional Player-o f - Like many Trinity alumni, Jim’s professional accomplish- th e - Y ear titles. His devotion to the betterment of the game of ments were not outdone by his desire to better the lives of others. golf is unparalleled. In 1979, he started the Evans Scholarship Caddy Program at After graduating from Trinity in 1960, Jim went on to become Crooked Stick. In 1982, he initiated the Pete Deye Scholarship captain of the University of Louisville golf team for three con- Fund for students pursuing the field of agronomy. He also imple- secutive years, reaching the NC A A quarter finals in 1962. He mented the Crooked Stick Scholarship Fund to provide fina n c i a l turned professional in 1964, and moved to Carmel, Ind., and aid to all young club employees. Crooked Stick Golf Club in 1978. Away from the golf course, he served on the Youthlinks of As a professional, Jim won 28 championship titles. He also Indiana Golf Tournament Committee and the Indiana Dyslexia qu a l i fi ed for 28 national and major championships, including the Institute Board of Directors. U.S. A m a t e u r, the U.S. Open, the P G A Championship, the Jim and his wife, Sherry, have two daughters, Jenny and Katie, National Club Professional and Senior Club Professional and three grandchildren.

W. Peter Flaig H’00 Peter Flaig arrived at Trinity at age 22 to teach English. He supported this vision by raising funds for the construction of new retired 30 years later as the school’s first president. Over those facilities and Tri n i t y ’ s endowment. Al t o g e t h e r , the endowment years, he advanced changes and implemented growth, which grew from zero to $2.5 million during his tenure. helped to shape Trinity into the premiere school it is today. Ad d i t i o n a l l y , new governance structures to secure Tri n i t y ’ s Peter served in numerous capacities at Trinity: English and future were implemented while he was president: the establish- social studies teacher (1970-75), director of studies (1976-83), ment of the Foundation Board; the school’s first strategic plan; principal (1983-94) and president (1994-2000). While he was the sponsorship agreement with the Archdiocese of Louisville C E O, Trinity experienced tremendous physical growth and (1993); the modernization of the advancement effort; and the expansion of its academic programs. Under his leadership, expansion of the use of technology in all facets of campus life. Trinity gained national recognition as a Blue Ribbon School of Throughout his Trinity years, Peter was known for his calm, Excellence (1991) and Southern Association of Schools accredi- collaborative and compassionate leadership. Peter Flaig viewed tation (1996). Acquisition of the Armory (1987) and Courtesy furthering Tri n i t y ’ s educational mission as doing God’s work on Cadillac (1989) properties provided the basis for Tri n i t y ’ s build- Earth. His method was to encourage and engage others by work- ing boom during which the Communication Arts Center (1987), ing to provide an environment with the atmosphere, facilities and Alumni Hall (1993), the R.W. Marshall Sports Center (1999), resources which empowered faculty and students to do their best Shamrock Hall (2000) and the Floersh Hall extension (2000) work. His best satisfaction came when others in the Tri n i t y were added to campus. The Shamrock Spirit Campaign (1998-99) Family joined to strive toward this vision. continued on next page The Trinity Family wishes yo u a Merry Ch r i s t m a s ! 26

Five Inducted to Hall of Fame (c ont. ) David L. Hazelip, Ph.D., H’96 Dave Hazelip began his teaching career at Trinity in 1954, to introduce the concept of an integrated, relevant curriculum shortly after his ordination. He taught religion, church history, and to work closely with the faculty to start the Independent Latin and French translation to many of Tri n i t y ’ s first graduates. Studies Section. He also initiated the annual Benefit Dinner, still During those early years, faculty were asked to wear many hats. a primary fundraising event. Responding enthusiastically, Dave created the annual variety In 1970, Dave left Trinity to pursue a doctorate in curriculum s h o w, operated the first bookstore, began the Senior Prom development. He remained in close touch with Trinity through his Shammy Awards, directed one-act plays for state competition friendship with faculty and alumni, and routinely attended class and composed the Trinity alma mater. As senior class guidance reunions of the men he taught. Dr. Hazelip continued to use the co u n s e l o r , he helped students in career and college planning. skills he honed during his teaching years at Trinity through teach- Always interested in curriculum and staff development, Dave ing and counseling. He created a stained glass piece as a memor- encouraged teacher training and more advanced course offe r i n g s . ial to Trinity alumni listed on the Vietnam Memorial in Was h i n g - While director of studies (1964-67), his innovation resulted in ton, D.C. He lives with his wife, Barrie, in Charlottesville, Va. the development of the Learning Center, new course offe r i n g s Dave was an exceptional leader in the early years of Tri n i t y . and Tri n i t y ’ s first computerized scheduling system. The affection of his former students is the most telling tribute to Dave was Tri n i t y ’ s second principal from 1967-70, during the his contributions to the school and to their lives. Dave was turmoil of the Vietnam War . These troubled times inspired Dave named an Honorary Alumnus in 1996 (H’96).

Jim Sapienza ’81 Jim Sapienza is one of the finest distance runners and scholars to meters through 10,000 meters; established a record 12 Ivy League ever graduate from Tri n i t y . As a student-athlete, he was the Class Conference titles; and was a seven-time Al l - A m e r i c a n . of 1981 valedictorian, a Shamrock Award winner and received Continuing his education, Jim attended Indiana University the Senior Leadership Award and two Shammy Awa r d s . (MA, English, 1986) and the University of Minnesota (MBA; In athletics, Jim captained the cross country and track teams in Master of healthcare administration, 1990). His career focus has 1980-81. He led Trinity to two cross country state runner-u p been in healthcare, serving as administrator for Sutter Health titles in 1978 and 1979. Individually, he was twice state runner- (1989-95) and marketing director for AstraZeneca (1995-2001). up in cross country, and the state 2-mile champion in 1981. Jim Jim also enjoyed an international professional running career. set school records for the cross country 5K and the track mile and Highlights include an Olympic Trials final at 10K (1988); the 2-mile events. World University Games (1985, 1987); and Top 10 national After graduation from Tri n i t y , Jim attended Dartmouth College, rankings at 5K (1983, 1985, 1987) and 10K (1985, 1987). where he continued his student-athlete balance. He was a Senior He has served on numerous boards and councils that combine Fe l l o w , an Academic All-American and earned a BA in English, his professional interest in healthcare and love of running with cum laude, receiving the Barrett All-Around Achievement Cup as service to his community. highest recognition for service to the college. He captained the Jim and his wife, Kathryn, have two sons, Hunter and Jenner. cross country and track teams; set school records from 1,000 He and his family make their home in Issaquah, Was h . S P R I N G P H O N A T H O N Your help is needed! The 2002 Annual Fund Appeal Spring Phonathon will take place in Feb ru a r y and Marc h . Please sign up to help call your classmates. Is two hours too much to ask for The Roc k ? For more information or to sign up, please contact Tri n i t y ’s Offi ce for School Adv ancement at (502) 893-7625 or wagoner@thsroc k . n e t . 27

THS Hos t s 1953 Society Dinner; Buck Mar shall Dona tes $100,000

uring Pride Week, the Trinity High School Foundation Dhosted the 1953 Society Dinner. It was attended by those who have supported Trinity with gifts of $1,000 or more, creators and recipients of scholarships, and members of the Trinity Foundation, School and Alumni boards. The program included performances by the Trinity Singers and Senior Class President Charlie Singleton ’02 addressed the attendees. The evening was highlighted by two special presentations. Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 gave the first-ever “Steiny” Award to Founda- tion Board chair Charles H. Leis ’01. The award is given to an individual who exemplifies the true spirit of Monsignor Al f r e d W. Steinhauser through his or her outstanding support and service to Trinity High School. “Father Steiny” was Tri n i t y ’ s firs t principal and a true visionary who created many programs and activities that continue today. Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 (left) and Charles H. Leis ’01 (right) An unexpected and special surprise came from Trinity friend accept a check from Buck Marshall H’00. and neighbor, R.W. “Buck” Marshall H’00. Mr. Marshall pre- helped build the athletic center that bears Marshall’s name and sented Mullen and Leis with a check in the amount of $100,000 increase Tri n i t y ’ s endowment. Last year, Marshall presented the to help add a major jumpstart to the 2002 Father Kevin Caster school with $150,000 for two computer labs. Annual Fund Appeal. The money will be earmarked for tech- “They (Trinity) strive for excellence,” Marshall told Tri n i t y ’ s nology. EC H O newspaper when asked why he continued to give to the Ma r s h a l l ’ s most recent gift brings his total gifts to Trinity to school. “That is what they excel in. I am impressed with their three quarters of a million dollars. First, a $500,000 donation educational system and moral values.”

Join the fun as we plan celebraTion 2002: The Greatest Show on Earth

• Alumni Hall • March 23, 2002 2 0 0 2 • 6 p.m. Cocktails followed by dinner and entertainment • Black Tie optional Join the excitement of Trinity High School’s annual The 2001 celebraTion Dinner-Auction established ne w Di n n e r -Auction, ce l e b r aTion 2002: The Greatest Show benchmarks in items donated and gross and net • $90 per person on Earth, will surely be a sellout. This event has be c o m e proceeds. Over $200,000 was raised to support student • For more information, contact a dynamic moment for the school community. Every activities, athletics and tuition aid programs. The event Tri n i t y ’ s Office for School stakeholder of Trinity – students, parents, faculty, is 99.5 percent volunteer driven. Volunteer now and Advancement at (502) 893-7625. alumni, board members and community leaders – join make celebraTion 2002 a night to remember! forces to make this event happen! 28

Si n g e r s Continue in Tune

o u r Tr i n i t y S i n g e r s w e r e n a m e d t o t h e FKentucky Music Educators All-State Choir. They are: Kirk Akaydin ’03, Elliot Brown ’04, John Gueltzow ’02 and Andrew Porter ’03. Gueltzow and Porter were named All-Staters for the second straight year. “I t ’ s not easy to make the All-State Choir,” said choral director Ken Bechtloff. “It takes months of work and focused rehearsing. These boys work Kirk Akaydin ’03 Elliot Brown ’04 John Gueltzow ’02 Andrew Porter ’03 hard. As well, Trinity is gaining a very positive m e n ’s v o c a l r e p u t a t i o n s t a t e w i d e , a n d i t t a k e s h a r d w o r k i n g Florida in April 2001 for Musicfest Orlando and brought home young men like these to sustain that reputation.” the trophy. Brown, Gueltzow and Porter were also members of the Tri n i t y The All-State Choir will perform February 8 at the Kentucky Si n g e r s ’ national championship chorus. The group traveled to Center for the Ar t s . THS Receives “Silver” Des ig n at i on hat does Trinity High School have in common with ef fort is to identify businesses in our community with policies W Bank of Louisville, Brown-Forman Corporation, and practices considered to be “family friendly.” Fifth Third Bank, Ford Motor Company-Kentucky Trinity administrators completed a lengthy questionnaire that Truck Plant, Hawley-Cooke Booksellers, Home of the Inno- sought information on the school’s salary structure, benefit pack- cents, Humana Inc., Norton Healthcare, the Regional Ai r p o r t ages and approaches to employee/family-related issues. T h e Authority and GE Appliances? “Silver” designation means that Trinity has been saluted for its They and Trinity received a “Silver” designation from the way of managing the work-home dynamic. Obviously, Trinity is Business/Family Partnership, an organization affiliated with in some good company, and it is the only K-12 school receiving Greater Louisville Inc., the Metro Chamber of Commerce. Th e any type of recognition. Business/Family Partnership grew out of an initiative begun by Thanks go to the Trinity School Board who pays attention to such then County Judge/Executive Dave Armstrong. The goal of the matters and the Faculty Senate who brings good ideas to the surface. Help Preserve THS’ Past lumni, parents and past-parents are asked to please sp e c i fi cally requests copies of the 1958 and 1960 Sh a m ro c k A donate your Trinity items and documents to the Tri n i t y ye a r b o o k s . Archives. Archivist Lynn Olympia has been hard at work An additional option to preserve our past is to be interviewed cataloging and preserving the collection. by Mrs. Olympia and have your conversation recorded for future Items sought include photographs, report cards, papers, meet- generations. Several former faculty members have already ing minutes, programs, awards, apparel or anything having to do recorded their Trinity memories. with Tri n i t y . If you send photographs, please identify on a sep- You may drop off your items to Tri n i t y ’ s Office for School arate sheet of paper all those appearing in photos with an Advancement, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Please contact approximate date and description of the event. Mrs. Olympia Lynn Olympia at (502) 736-2148 to arrange an interview. 50 8 Take Placement Test ri n i t y ’ s 50th graduating class began to take shape on succeeds because of the loyalty and conviction of those who TSa t u r d a y , December 8. have been touched by this school. More than 500 eighth-graders who will comprise the Everyone in the Trinity community can rest assured, we Class of 2006 sat for the annual exam. This is the largest number will embrace this opportunity with vigor, enthusiasm and a to have ever sat for the test, a number that could grow with a thankful heart. The hallmarks of Trinity — a welcoming atti- makeup date set for January. tude, a restlessness that drives us to get better and a mission- Tri n i t y ’ s president Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 said, “This is a great driven focus will help us create a great experience for these testimony to the hard work put forth by so many people. Tri n i t y future Rocks.” 29

Ri va l r y Forgo tten For a Day By John Kahl ’69, Tea c h e r rinity held its annual Shooting for the Stars Basketball TCamp for special needs individuals Saturday, November 17. Showing tremendous spirit and cooperation, the Trinity and St. Xavier basketball teams worked together to host 45 Special Olympians from St. Mary’s Center in Middletown. Steinhauser Gymnasium was filled with laughter, shrieks of joy and fellowship as the campers went through a four-station cycle of drills followed by games between the campers and high schoolers. The coaching staffs and players of both schools led the drills, and the campers received one-on-one coaching. It was a pleasure to watch the young men from Trinity and St. X work with patience and pride as they assisted their charges. As St. X head coach Joe Be r gamini stated, “I can really feel God’s presence in this place.” It was a beautiful experience to watch people who normally do not respond to others shoot, dribble, laugh and run. It was so encouraging to watch our young men help in the experience. Th e gym floor was full that day, not only with people, but also with Chris McCoy ’03 visits with Shooting for the spirit of Christian service. the Stars participants.

Belize Bound or the second consecutive year a contingent of Trinity High Bl o e m e r , Tommy Buetow, Adrian Castueras, Thomas Cunning- FSchool students and faculty members visited Belize to fur- ham and Michael Raidt), 2000 Trinity graduate Matt Bowling, ther strengthen ties between Trinity and schools in this parent Crystal Lathon (mother of Adrian Castueras) and faculty Central American country. members Budniak and Paul Vale ’86 made the trip. The group departed Louisville June 5 and returned June 12. In addition to the service work, the group visited Mayan ruins With the help of Humana, over $3,000 was raised to purchase along the Guatemalan border, snorkeled the barrier reef off South supplies, materials and sporting goods for two schools in Belize: Water Caye and hiked the Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve. Sacred Heart School in Dangriga and Holy Redeemer School in “This year’s trip was well-executed,” he said. “Our goal in Belize City. It was at Sacred Heart School where Trinity students 2000 was to establish a relationship with Sacred Heart and Holy spent two days establishing a new computer lab, processing fina l Re d e e m e r . Our goal in 2001 was to deepen that relationship, and exams, engaging students in sports competition and teaching we accomplished that. We also made initial contacts in the west- lessons in geography and cultural similarities. ern regions of Belize to work with watershed studies and envi- The focus at Holy Redeemer School was on science education ronmental ecology when we return in future years.” for middle-school students. Budniak had planned on taking a group of students to Belize “The trip was exhausting, exhilarating and the best since the in 2002. Unfortunately, due to the September 11 terrorist attacks, program began,” said trip organizer and Trinity biology teacher school-sponsored trips to foreign countries have been canceled, Mike Budniak. “We established stronger ties with Holy at least for 2002. Redeemer School and Sacred Heart School.” The Belize-Trinity relationship began in 1999, when Budniak, along with a group of Louisville-area teachers, visited the coun- tr y . Budniak laid the groundwork for a return visit with Tri n i t y students. This came to fruition in 2000, when Budniak and Trinity Principal David Winkler led a group of students to Belize as part of an international service learning activity coordinated by the University of Louisville. It was during that trip that an ongoing relationship was established between Trinity and Sacred Heart School and Holy Redeemer School. In all, six Trinity student ambassadors (sophomores David Trinity students and some new friends. 30

Bl um ’02 Foll ows in Gran d fath e r ’ s Footst e p s at Norma n d y oe Linneman hit the beaches of Normandy, France, during there,” he told The Courier-J o u r n a l for a July 6 article on John’s JWorld War II. He was a rifleman in the 29th Infantry trip. “Veterans of the war are dying quickly — so if you want to Division, wounded by friendly fire in the battle of St.-Lo, 20 talk to someone about it, now’s the time.” or 30 miles inland. After he recovered, he was sent into Germany In addition to visiting Omaha Beach, the site of the Al l i e d and was taken prisoner by the Nazis. Several months later, he landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, John stayed with a French fam- was liberated by U.S. troops. il y , talked with American and French Fifty-seven years later, Linneman’s war veterans and members of the grandson, Trinity senior John Blum, French Resistance. The experience visited that same hallowed beach. John af fected John deeply. wrote a 500-word essay on the Al l i e d “The beach was enormous,” he Normandy invasion and was chosen by said. “It was intimidating. I was in Normandy Allies Inc. as one of 13 U.S. shock. I’m amazed the soldiers could high school students to participate in do what they did given the distance the group’s International Experience they had to cover. There were still program. All the applicants are 16 to German bunkers scattered all over the 18 and are grandchildren of veterans of place, docks left by the Allies and the invasion. The Normandy Allies artillery craters.” John Blum '02 peers from a World War II German bunker. International Experience is designed to The tour also included a stop at the give students the chance to hear stories from veterans and people American cemetery. On the grounds is a wall bearing the names who lived in Normandy during World War II. of the missing and unidentified soldiers from the fighting. John The two-week tour, which began July 7, included stays in had written an additional essay about leadership and was awarded Washington, D.C. and Great Britain to visit war-related sites, $500 to help pay for the trip. An invaluable benefit of the schol- museums and memorials. arship was John receiving the honor of leading a service at the Following in the footsteps of their grandfathers, John and his wall for the group of students. fellow students crossed the English Channel into Normandy. “The cemetery and the wall are moving,” he said. “I was Linneman, 79, is a retired president of Netherland Rubber Co. shocked by the number of graves. The headstones seemed to go in Cincinnati. He has visited Normandy twice since the war, on forever.” including the 50th anniversary of the invasion, but had always John visited with his grandfather after his return from France. wanted his family to see it. Both shared memories of their Normandy experience. “I want John and everybody to be tuned in to what happened “He was as excited as I was,” said John. 31 SH AM R OCK SPORTsi

Fo ot b all: Lucky 13

our Trinity Shamrocks completed their season December Other Shamrock standouts were DeQuese May '03, A l e x Y 1 with a 13-1 record and 13th state championship. Th e y Hennessey '02 and TaShawn McBroom '03. May rushed 22 times rewrote school and state record books in the process. for 144 yards and scored four times against Male. He finished the “U n fi nished Business” was the team’s motto for the 2001 sea- season with 1,229 yards and 19 TDs. son, and the goal was to avenge a 34-14 loss to Male in the 2000 Hennessey caught four passes for 133 yards and two TD s . title game. McBroom caught two passes for 124 yards and a touchdown Redemption was sweet as the Rocks routed Male 45-19 before before leaving the game with a pulled hamstring late in the sec- a crowd of 20,485 at old Cardinal Stadium. The win was Tri n i t y ’ s ond quarter. ninth straight since a 14-7 loss to St. Xavier September 21. Tri n i t y ’ s offense scored often and quickly, and included the “As good as it feels now, that’s how bad it felt last year,” following drives: three plays, 46 yards, 00:36; three plays, 72 second-year coach Bob Beatty told Th e C o u r i e r- J o u r n a l. “ L a s t y e a r w a s s o tough on our whole community, but our coaches and the kids hung in there and worked so hard. Now we’re going to enjoy this for 365 days.” “They got us good last year, and we w e r e d e t e r m i n e d t o g e t b a c k , ” added all-purpose back Alex Hennessey ’02. “When we had to play Male again, it just made it a little sweeter.” Quarterback Brian Brohm fulfilled the state championship prophecy he set for h i m s e l f w h e n h e a r r i v e d a t Tr i n i t y. Brohm is the son of former Flaget and U n i v e r s i t y o f L o u i s v i l l e s t a r O s c a r Brohm and brother of former Trinity and U of Lstars Greg ’88 and Jeff ’89. The 6- foot-4, 195-pound sophomore completed Coach Beatty (center) and the Rocks celebrate the victory! 12 of 21 passes for a school-record 377 yards and three touchdowns. Brohm finished the season 174 of yards, 00:53; three plays, 62 yards, 00:58; two plays, 59 yards, 273 for a school-record 3,082 yards and 39 TD s with just five 00:32; three plays, 83 yards 1:31; seven plays, 80 yards, 1:39; interceptions, two of them in the state title game. According to and 12 plays, 75 yards, 4:03. the Kentucky High School Athletic Association, Brohm’s 39 TD The Rock defense wore its usual nasty game face. The Bull- passes appear to be the most by a sophomore in state history. dogs had 396 yards of offense, but only 55 came on the ground The KH S A A record book does not list any other sophomore on 22 carries. Male scored its first points with just over two min- with that many. By comparison, former University of Kentucky utes remaining in the first quarter on a 32-yard pass from Al l - quarterback Tim Couch passed for 2,265 yards and 25 TD s as a Stater Michael Bush to Chris Barclay. The Bulldog offense failed sophomore at Leslie County. to score again until late in the fourth quarter when Bush scored But Brohm was not alone. The Shamrocks amassed 590 yards from one yard out. Male’s only other score came on a 97-yard of offense on 62 plays against Male, an average of 9.5 per play. ki c k o f f return in the first quarter. They had 22 first downs and scored on four of their first six pos- Trinity forced Male to punt seven times and came up with a sessions and their first three of the second half. Trinity also set a pair of interceptions, including a crucial pick by Jeff Sorg ’02 to Class 4-Arecord for points in a title game, averaged 47.5 points stall a Male drive deep in Trinity territory (Sorg also scored a a game this season and scored at least 40 in all but two games, two-point conversion on a pass from Matt Lewis ’02). Fourteen including 50 or more in the six games preceding the state fina l . Trinity defenders recorded multiple tackles, led by Wes Soutar En route to their championship victory, the Rocks defeated ’03 (5), Ryan Fackler ’02 (5), Jeff Sorg ’02 (5), Mike Snyder ’02 Simon Kenton 60-0, Ballard 56-14, Oldham County 59-8 and (4) and Charlie Singleton ’02 (4). Tates Creek 50-0. continued on next page 32

Lucky 13 continued from page 31 Coach Beatty was thrilled with the balanced effort put forth by to send me back to Kansas City after last year,” Beatty joked to his team. The Courier-J o u r n a l . The lone loss had become a measuring stick and motivator for “But when you’re hired to do a job, and it’s something you’ve a Trinity team that improved each week. Beatty is 26-3 in two been doing all your life, it’s an incredible feeling to go out and years at Trinity since coming from Blue Springs (Mo.). do it. They didn’t hire me to come in second place.” “W e had to get this one because I think they were about ready Congratulations Football Rocks! THANKS TO OUR FANS Trinity fans showed tremendous support throughout this football season. We say, “Thank you!”

More than 80,000 fans cheered the Rocks through their 14-game schedule. The Trinity-St. X game is annually one of the most-attended high school games in America. The Trinity-Tates Creek playoff game featured the largest crowd ever at Harry Jansing Field. The two largest crowds in state championship history have both involved Trinity, including the 20,485 who attended the Trinity-Male contest December 1.

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NB A’s Will Perdue Work s Out with THS Big Men

he NB A came to Trinity in the Trailblazers and remains in Louisville. T form of former Chicago Bulls’ A d d i t i o n a l l y, he is assisting Szabo center Will Perdue. Perdue with the 2001-02 Basketball Rocks played on three Chicago championship and intends to assist with Tri n i t y ’ s bas- teams and the San Antonio Spurs’ ketball camp next summer. championship team in the 1990s. Perdue worked with Tr i n i t y ’s big “W ill has ties to Louisville, he has men during the summer open-gym friends here,” said Trinity coach Mike d a y s . Szabo. “So through a friend of the “It was incredibly effective having school, I had a chance to meet him and Will Perdue here at Tr i n i t y,” said he wanted to come and work out here senior center Dan Russ. “I defini t e l y f o r a m o n t h t o g e t r e a d y f o r t h e improved as a player. He taught me Portland Tr a i l b l a z e r s ’c a m p . ” moves I never knew before. Plus, he’s He never left. Perdue was cut by the Will Perdue works with the SlamRocks. seven feet tall, so he’s tough to guard.”

Fall Sports Rou n d u p CR OSS COU N T R Y 1,500 fans at the University of Louisville’s Cardinal Park The Harriers finished their season with a fifth-place finish at the October 27. The Shamrocks were outscored 2-1 in the overtime. 49th Class 3-A Cross Country Championship at the Kentucky St. X had given up just one goal in its previous 14 games, and Horse Park in Lexington November 3. Trinity had allowed only 16 goals in 22 games. St. X had beaten “Our goal each year is to bring home a state title,” said coach Trinity 1-0 twice during the regular season. The Tigers used their Father Joe Hemmerle H’00. “However, our fifth-place finish was height advantage to score four goals off dead-ball situations — one place better than last year, and the State Meet was more com- two from throw-ins and two on free kicks. petitive this year than last year. Also, our fifth-place finish would With 4:14 left in the first extra session, St. X took a 4-3 lead. have ranked us fifth in the state if they would have combined the The Tigers scored again, just before the first 10 minutes expired 1-A, 2-A and 3-A races. In this light, only four schools in the to make it 5-3. state would not have traded places with us. We are preparing for The eighth-ranked Shamrocks responded — just as they had a good off-season of work in the hopes that next year will bring twice in regulation — when Lee Weyland ‘03 converted a free us another state championship.” kick less than four minutes into the second overtime. The Tig e r s , though, held off several late Trinity tries. GOL F In addition to featuring teams with contrasting styles — St. X’s The state tournament eluded the Golf Rocks this season, but the size against the Shamrocks’ speed — the match also was high- team finished with a winning 8-2 record and a third-place fini s h lighted by the play of Trinity All-America midfielder John at the Region 7 tournament. Michael Hayden ‘02, who helped the Shamrocks score first. In “Ours was a total team effort,” said coach Joe Frederick ’88. the 10th minute he split the Tig e r s ’ defense, broke down the right “D i f ferent guys contributed at the right time. Trevor Gousha sideline and fired a pass across the goal to Darren Yeagle ’05, (’02) and Jesse Massie (’05) played well at the beginning of the who kicked it in. season and Shawn Zirnheld, Anthony Terwilleger and Daniel The Tigers tied the score in the 23rd minute when a free kick Wilhem came on very strong toward the end of the season.” into the goalbox deflected off a Trinity player and into the net. St. The outlook is good for 2003. “We have some great freshmen X took its first lead less than four minutes into the second half coming in and some very talented players who will return as when a throw-in was knocked in by a St. X player. Tri n i t y ’ s Clay sophomores,” said Coach Frederick. “We’ll make a good push Talley ’04 responded, converting a Weyland cross with 19:44 to for the state tournament.” pl a y . Less than a minute later, though, St. X struck back on a 25- yard shot. The Shamrocks tied the score with 4:10 remaining in SO CC E R regulation when Nathan Marks ‘04 converted Yea g l e ’ s cross. As in last year’s Sub-Section 3 final, St. Xavier came out on top But the Tigers proved victorious in overtime. over Tri n i t y . Both teams traded goals and momentum for 100 “W e beat the best team in the state, despite what the rankings minutes, but the Tigers pulled out a 5-4 overtime win before sa y, ’ ’St. X coach Andy Schulten told The Courier-J o u r n a l . 34

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“This was one of the best soccer games in Kentucky history,” other team and tell your players how proud of them you are.” said Trinity coach Walter Mata. “It was a difficult loss to accept, Trinity finished the season 18-5, ranked seventh in the state but when you lose against a good team like St. X and you lose and as district and regional champions. St. Xavier advanced to fighting until the end…you can’t say more than congratulate the the state final, and was defeated by Lexington Paul Dunbar.

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Bask e t ba l l out there. In Kentucky, our Division I squad will play St. X, two Pre-season predictions put the Shamrocks in the middle of the teams from Oldham County, Lexington Paul Dunbar and Seventh Region with new head coach Mike Szabo at the helm. Owensboro. Also, the Division II squad will play Lexington Szabo comes from Fort-Worth Texas Country Day, where he Catholic and three schools from Northern Kentucky. One of our led his team to two 20-win seasons in his three-year career tougher tests will be a Catholic school tournament in Indiana- with the school. He was also named “Coach of the Year” last polis over Christmas break.” season by the Fo rt - Wo r th Daily News. His team won the state Trinity returns star junior center and leading scorer Chris title in Te x a s . Protenic ’03, who many consider to be the most talented player The Rocks will face tough opposition in regional play. Male in the league. Chris scored a hat trick in a 5-1 early season win lost only one star player off of its state runner-up finish last sea- over St. X. He will be supported by a solid defense. son. Ballard will also pose problems for Tri n i t y . “W e have seven truly outstanding defensemen, probably the Trinity returns leading scorer John Berry ’02, who averaged best in the league,” said Curtin. “We also have two terrific 14.9 points per game last season. He joins 6-foot-7 center Dan goalies in Brett Batchelor (’04) and R.J. Hazelwood (’02).” Russ ’02 on a team with high expectations. Hazelwood transferred to Trinity from Oakland, Calif. He is “The team is continuing to learn how we want to play and how one of the top 50 goalie prospects in the world. we approach practice,” said Coach Szabo. “They need to pay In addition to coaching Tri n i t y , the IceRocks coaching staff is more attention to detail and doing the little things that make also assisting with Assumption High School’s new program. teams great. We’re taking steps everyday to get better in this Several girls’schools are attempting to form ice hockey teams. area, but we still have a ways to go. I am happy with our prac- tice so far, things have gone as expected.” Sw i m m i n g Szabo has been holding practice since October 17. Wor k o u t s First-year coach Brandon Ghrist will lead the 2001-02 Swim are intense and designed to physically and mentally ready play- Rocks. Ghrist was a member of the Lakeside swim team (1996- ers for the season and the quest for Tri n i t y ’ s first Sweet 16 99) and competed at the State Championships, the Junior appearance and basketball state championship. Nationals and was relay state champion at the United States Szabo earned a BS in physical education from Plymouth State Swimming (USAS) State Championships while a swimmer at College, Plymouth, N.H., in 1992. He is a New Hampshire native. Male High School. Szabo coached under current New York Knicks assistant coach Also assisting on a part-time basis is Rick Kraus ’87. Kraus Kevin O’Neal while at Northwestern University (1997-98). was a regional champion and a state runner-up as a Tr i n i t y s w i m m e r. He swam for Florida State University and returned Ice Hoc k e y to Louisville to coach the Audubon Country Club team to two The defending state champion IceRocks are ready for their league titles in three years. Kraus will be primarily responsi- second season of play. Trinity defeated St. Xavier for the 2001 ble for helping with individual stroke work. championship, finishing the season with a 13-0-3 record. Wayne Kraus ’85, new Trinity teacher and brother of Rick “ We lost only one senior to graduation,” said coach J.R. Kraus, assumes the duties of swimming moderator. He has been Curtin. “We have 45 players this season, including some won- involved with Trinity Athletics over the years as an announcer and derful new players.” clock operator for football and basketball games. Wayne was also Two teams, Division I (varsity) and Division II (JV), will com- a member of Tri n i t y ’ s first soccer state championship team in pete for Tri n i t y . The team will also play more games than in last 1984, and he played soccer for Western Kentucky University. season, including 10 to 12 exhibition games against schools in For the first time in years Trinity has swimmers who will make Indiana and Ohio. the competition take notice. Freshmen Chris Neichter and Ben “Going on the road is the best way to measure our progress as Vest compete for the nationally competitive Lakeside Seahawks a new program,” said Curtin. “There are some very strong teams and Carl Rueff is a member of the Shelbyville Sharks, who also 35

Winter Sports Previ e w (C ont. ) compete on the national level. Wr e s t l i n g Senior Jon Bellante and juniors John Duerr, Richie King and “Our wrestlers are working very hard in preparation for a diffi- Jon Shore provide upperclassman leadership and experience. cult 2001-02 schedule,” said coach Eddie Rudolph. “This is a All swam at last year’s state meet. young team.” Trinity also boasts two of the top divers in the state in Jacob Returning wrestlers include seniors Sean Bohannon (171), Isaac ’03 and Ryan McIntosh ’04. Each placed in the top 10 the Wes Duke (275) and Charlie Ward (215). Other wrestlers past two years at the state diving fina l s . expected to contribute are seniors Tony Bakanowski (189), Hunt “I expect a vast improvement by the Trinity team at the state Calvert (135), Kenny Coleman (140) and Eric Devins (135-40), championship meet,” said Coach Ghrist. “Having US A S sw i m - and juniors Eric Barr (119) and Matt Miranda (130). Trinity is mers on the team makes a huge difference. As well, we have 30 ranked 11th in the Kentucky Wrestling Coaches Association pre- swimmers this year, which is the most Trinity has had in years.” season poll. Trinity swimmers practice at the Mary T. Meagher Aq u a t i c “W e have no favorites for state titles this year,” said Coach Center in Crescent Hill. Swim like a Rock! Rudolph, “but we expect some surprises in the end.” Nu t t ’02 Signs Nati onal Letter of Intent rinity senior Tommy Nutt has signed a national letter of T intent to play baseball at Oklahoma State University. Th e 6-foot-1, 175-pound third baseman, who bats and throws right-handed, had a .346 batting average last season. Tommy also had a .533 on-base percentage while batting third in the lineup. Said Trinity baseball coach Mike Chancellor ’75, “Tommy is a very coachable, hardworking young man.”

Tommy Nutt ’02

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WHICH SPORT(S) WOULD YOU LIKE TO ORDER? Qu a n t i t y 11” x 14” Framed Color Print(s). Double matte with cherry wood frame. $115.00* each $ Qu a n t i t y 11” x 14” Unframed Color Print(s) (print only). $42.00* each $ Shipping and handling: Mailed to address listed above. $15.00 for each framed print / $5.00 for each unframed print. $ (*No charge for pick up.) *Prices include sales tax. Use this form or pick one up in the Trinity High School Athletic Office wh e r e framed examples are on display. Fill out form, total amount and attach check to form. Total $ Make checks payable to Nick Bonura Photography. Check must be sent with order form to be proc e s s e d . Mail form and check to address below. Please allow 4 weeks for delivery. Sorry, no credit card orders will be accepted. Nick Bonura Photography, P.O. Box 5463, Louisville, KY 40255 (502) 568-2277. The Trinity Alumni Association and Collette Vacations present......

Sha d e s of Irel a n d .

Join fellow Trinity alumni on a glorious 10-day trip to Ireland, departing October 25, 2002.

Twin: $2,359 per pe r s o n Single: $2,629 Triple: $1,030 per pe r s o n

Includes: Roundtrip air fr om Louisville, hometown pickup, hotel transfers, departu r e tax, cancellation waiver and 15 meals (8 breakfasts, 7 dinners).

Highlights: Limerick • Medieval Banquey • Cliffs of Moher • Galway • Farm Vis i t Killarney • Ring of Kerry • Blarney Castle • Waterford Crystal • Kilkenny Castle Castle Stay • Dublin • Irish Cabaret

I T I N E R A R Y A T A G L A N C E

Day 1 Overnight flight

Day 2-3 Limerick Inn, Limerick

Day 4-5 Killarney Avenue or Great Southern Hotel, Killarney

Day 6 Granville Hotel, Waterford

Day 7 Kinnitty Castle or Cabra Castle, Birr

Day 8-9 Radisson SAS St. Helen’s Hotel, Dublin

For more information, please attend an informal meeting led by Collette vacations st a f f Tue s d a y, January 29 at 7 p.m. at Trinity’s Faculty Dining Roo m .

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Pr e s i de n t ’s Note b o o k continued from page 2 and drive. We appreciate compliments but spend little time bask- been Ron’s wish. They said Trinity felt like home. Many Tri n i t y ing in the glow. The fact is, we enjoy them for a brief moment folks quickly pitched in and helped create an appropriate and and then surge ahead. loving memorial service for Ron and his family. More than 400 Fi n a l l y , one compliment that we received recently is not to be people crowded into the Convocation Hall on a Friday night to overlooked. As a matter of fact, it hits at the core of our mission. provide comfort and support to his loved ones. I am proud that As you may know, one of our alums, Ron Gamboa ’86, was the family felt coming to Trinity would help them at this time of killed in one of the hijacked airplanes that slammed into the need. I am glad they felt it was home. We’ll take that kind of World Trade Center towers. His death added a face to the events compliment every day. that have changed our lives. His family asked if the memorial May the peace of the Christ child enter all our hearts and service could be held at Tri n i t y . They believed this would have homes this season.

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Dec e m b e r Fe b r ua r y 25 Ch r i s t m a s Spring Phonathon 13 Ash Wed n e s d a y Ja n ua r y 14 Val e n t i n e ’ s Day 1 New Yea r ’s Day 8 Classes resume Marc h 12 Make-Up Placement Tes t Spring Phonathon 14 Alumni Board of Director’s meeting Trinity Theatre Spring Musical 27 Trinity vs. St. Xavier basketball (call 502-736-2177 for dates) (Bellarmine University) 23 ce l e b r a T ion 2002 28 School Board meeting 30 Trinity vs. St. Xavier wrestling