THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, NOVEmbER 22, 2024 Page 15 HALL OF FAME | FROM PAGE 14 to Kimball Union Academy and went on to play Division 1 hockey at Colgate University. For more than 50 years, Jack has made extraordinary contributions to the MC community, including serving on the Board of Trustees, spearheading the first alumni golf tournament and providing scholarship support through the St. Francis Xavier Society. Jack is grandfather to two MC grads: Jack Stone ’18 (current MC Theology teacher) and Buckley “Bo” Moody ’24. JUSTIN PIPPY, FOOTBALL & BASEBALL, Class of 1991 Justin Pippy was a standout athlete at MC. He was a threeyear varsity letterman in football, serving as captain his senior year. That same year, he was named team MVP, a twotime Catholic Conference AllStar and a three-time Daily News-Mercury All-Scholastic. His stellar quarterback performance, highlighted by 3,288 passing yards and 25 touchdowns over 23 games, set career passing records at the time. His exceptional play earned him a Boston Globe Division 1 All-Star selection and a football scholarship to Boston College. Pippy was also a two-year varsity letterman in baseball, where he captained the team his senior year and was named team MVP and a two-time Catholic Conference All-Star. At the senior awards night, he was honored with the prestigious Saragosa Award for excellence in athletics and scholarship. After graduating, Pippy went on to a successful career in the IT industry. For the past 20 years, he has worked at All Lines Technology in various sales and management roles and currently serves as the company’s Chief Revenue Officer. He has lived in Pittsburgh for 25 years with his wife Ann and daughters Alexa and Jessa. JASON RICHARDSON, FOOTBALL & WRESTLING, Class of 2004 Jason Richardson was a two-sport standout in football and wrestling. He was a 3-year starter and letterman for varsity football and wrestling. In his junior and senior years, he was named a Catholic Conference All-Star for both sports. For football, in his senior year he was selected as a team captain, awarded Team MVP, named an Eastern Mass. All-Star and selected to play in the Agganis All-Star game. During his senior year for wrestling, he was ranked in the state top 10 for the Heavyweight weight class, won the Weymouth Tournament, and was undefeated against the heavyweight Catholic Conference champ and placed 2nd at Sectionals and 3rd at the state tournament. At the end of the year awards ceremony, he was the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Athletics & Scholarship. BRIAN TOBIN, LACROSSE, Class of 2002 Brian Tobin played a pivotal role in shaping the success of the school’s lacrosse program. A four-year varsity starter, Tobin was a cornerstone of the team’s dominance, driving MC to three consecutive undefeated Catholic Conference championships. His outstanding leadership earned him the role of team captain in both his junior and senior years, while his on-field performance made him a 3-time Catholic Conference All-Star. Tobin’s offensive prowess was undeniable; he was named Offensive Midfielder of the Year three times and finished his high school career with an impressive 175 goals and 150 assists. He was also selected to the Eastern Mass. All-Star team three times, cementing his legacy as one of the top players in the region. Tobin’s excellence on the field extended to the collegiate level, where he went on to play Division 1 lacrosse at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. MICHAEL TURILLI, BASEBALL, Class of 1983 Michael Turilli – for his exceptional baseball career and professional accomplishments – a 3-year varsity starter, Turilli captained the team his senior year and led the Lancers in batting average for three consecutive seasons. He earned two Catholic Conference League All-Star honors and was named MVP of the league as a senior. That same year, he helped MC capture a share of the Catholic Conference League championship, highlighted by his two home runs in a playoff victory over Somerville. Continuing his athletic career at Suffolk University, Turilli started all four years, earned MVP honors as a senior and was voted to the Division III All-New England team as both a junior and senior. His team was later inducted into the Suffolk University Baseball Hall of Fame. Turilli also excelled in the semi-professional Inter-City League, where he played for seven seasons, winning four league championships and earning All-Star recognition each year. His achievements culminated in his induction into the Inter-City League Hall of Fame. In addition to his athletic success, Turilli holds both an undergraduate degree and an MBA from Suffolk University. He currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Solution Health System in New Hampshire. DEVIN VISCONTI, WRESTLING, Class of 2011 Devin Visconti made a name for himself as one of the school’s top wrestlers at MC as a 3-time Catholic Conference All-Star and was voted a team captain twice. As a junior in 2010, he was a finalist in the All-State Tournament, Division II Central Champion, Division II State Finalist and New England Finalist at 135 pounds, finishing his season with an impressive 39-2 record. His standout performance earned him a spot on the Boston Herald All-Scholastic Team that year. In his senior year, Devin continued his dominance, becoming the Division II State Champion, All-State Tournament Champion and New England Champion at 145 pounds, capping off a perfect 50-0 season. He was named to The Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team that year. He was also named Co-MVP of that season with his brother Kyle. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 163-27. Devin went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the collegiate level. KYLE VISCONTI, WRESTLING, Class of 2011 Kyle Visconti, alongside his brother Devin, belongs in the group of the top wrestlers ever to attend MC. He was a 4-time Catholic Conference All-Star. As a junior in 2010, he had a regular season record of 38-0. Kyle received the title of NHSCA National All-American. He was the Division II Central Champion, All-New England Champion and Division II State Champion and received the Division II Outstanding Wrestler Award. He finished in fourth place at the All-State Championships. In his senior year, Kyle continued where he left off, becoming the Division II State Champion, and was named Co-MVP of that season alongside his brother Devin. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 171-30. Kyle went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the collegiate level. JACK WILKINS, HOCKEY, Class of 1971 Jack Wilkins was a key member of what is widely considered one of the greatest hockey lines in MC history: the legendary “POW Line” of Powers, O’Neil and Wilkins. Together, this trio shattered state scoring records and became an unstoppable force on the ice. During their senior year, Wilkins’ skill and leadership helped guide the team to an exceptional 22-1-1 record – they captured the Catholic Conference Tournament Championship, the North Shore League Championship and the Essex County Championship. His pivotal role in the team’s success secured his place in the annals of MC hockey history. 2004 BOYS LACROSSE TEAM The 2004 Boys Lacrosse Team will be inducted into the MC Hall of Fame in recognition of their historic season. The team finished the year with a remarkable 21-2 record, securing the Catholic Conference Championship after an undefeated league run and advancing to the Division 1 State Finals. During what was already shaping up to be an exceptional season, the team was struck by the tragic loss of a beloved teammate. What could have shattered their spirits instead became the catalyst for an extraordinary display of resilience, brotherhood and determination. The players rallied together, choosing to honor their fallen teammate by dedicating the rest of their season to him. This deep sense of purpose transformed their grief into strength, driving them to reach even greater heights. Every game, every play, became an opportunity to pay tribute to his memory, which united the team in a shared goal that transcended the sport. Led by two standout seniors, Chris Griffin and Sean Endicott, both of whom received 2004 USA High School All-American honors, the team not only found success on the field but carried the spirit of their teammate with them in every moment. In addition to these accolades, three players – Tom Orr ’04, Chris Griffin ’04, and Sean Endicott ’04 – were named Boston Herald All-Scholastics. Chris Griffin also earned the prestigious title of Division 1 Player of the Year from Boston Herald. The team’s extraordinary success was guided by Head Coach Rik Mazzei, who was named Eastern Massachusetts Lacrosse Coach of the Year at the conclusion of the season. This induction honors not only the individual achievements of the players and coaching staff but also the team’s remarkable collective performance, defined by their ability to overcome profound loss and turn it into a powerful source of inspiration. Their journey, forged through both triumph and adversity, continues to hold a special place in MC history. About the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony The 2024 Malden Catholic Brother Daniel Cremin C.F.X. Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Danversport venue located at 161 Elliott St. in Danvers, Mass. Tickets are available to the public and the link to purchase tickets for the ceremony, dinner and cash bar will be available on the Alumni Events page: https://maldencatholic. info/4eOnIJt
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