2025 Alumni Awards

                                                                                            2025 Awards Recap

On November 15, 2025, five generations of O’Connell alumni came together to celebrate a legacy of excellence in life and athletics. This vibrant gathering recognized the remarkable achievements of alumni who have distinguished themselves as leaders, innovators, and role models in their careers, communities, and athletic pursuits.

The event serves as a testament to the enduring impact of the O’Connell community, highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of individuals whose dedication, service, and athletic excellence continue to inspire. Through peer nominations, this celebration honors those who exemplify the values and spirit of O’Connell, showcasing the profound connections and shared pride that unite generations of graduates.

Two men in suits and a woman in a dress hold a certificate in front of a blue backdrop with repeating logos.
Two women stand smiling in front of a dark blue curtain, one holding an award.
Three smiling people pose in the foreground with a bright, modern building visible through large windows in the background.
A woman stands at a wooden podium in the foreground, speaking into a microphone, while a projection screen in the background displays a photo of a smiling young woman with the name %22Kelley Engman '07 Softball.%22
Three men in formal attire stand on a stage with a dark blue curtain in the background.
In the foreground, two men in suits converse, while in the background, a third man stands and a blurred hallway with glass doors is visible.
Four people in formal attire pose in front of a blue backdrop with repeating %22O'CONNELL%22 logos.
Three people stand in front of a dark blue curtain, with the woman in the center holding a certificate.
Two men in formal attire shake hands on a stage with a blue curtain and chairs in the background.
An older man in a suit stands at a podium in the foreground, while a projection screen in the background displays a presentation with two portraits and text.
A group of people stand on a stage holding certificates in front of a blue curtain.
Three people stand on a stage with a dark blue curtain in the background, holding awards.
In the foreground, two men in suits shake hands, while in the background, a group of people mingle at a table.
Two men in suits smile at the camera in the foreground, with a blurred background of a building entrance and other guests.
In the foreground, a woman in a white blazer embraces a man in a black suit, while in the background, other people smile and observe.
In the foreground, men in suits and casual attire mingle with drinks, while the background shows a crowded indoor event with many attendees.
A group of men and women in formal attire stand on a stage in front of a blue curtain, holding awards.

2025 Alumni Achievement Awardees

Please join us in congratulating our Award recipients!

 

Dr. Alberto Ardon '99

Distinguished Alumni Award
Dr. Alberto Ardon '99
 

 

Dr. Anna Macedonia '08

Young Alumni Achievement Award
Dr. Anna Macedonia '08

 

 

Dennis Dwyer '61

Knights' Service Award
Dennis Dwyer '61

 

2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Class

Congratulations to these former Bishop O'Connell High School athletes and faculty who have been selected
to the Athletic Hall of Fame.

 

Jeremy Trimble '04

Jeremy Trimble '04
Football & Basketball

 

Kelley Engman '07

Kelley Engman '07
Softball

 

Melo Trimble '14

Melo Trimble '14
Basketball

 

Coach Alberto Starace

Coach Alberto Starace
Girls Soccer

 

Coach Jim Hayes

Coach Jim Hayes
 Meritorious Service

2004 Basketball Team

2004 Varsity Boys Basketball Team

Front Bottom Row: Student Managers-Joseph Kresslein ’05 , Marie Mimiaga ‘05, Joe Boland ’05, Row 2: Athletic Trainer - TerriLynn Wootten, Jeremy M. Trimble ‘04, Jason Colenda ‘06, Wilbur G. Johnson II ‘06, Erik Smith ‘04, Noah Rogers ‘04, Bryant Majors ‘05, Assistant Coach - Seth Goldberg, Back: Head Coach - Joe Wootten, Freddie Stanback ‘04, Ernie Lomax 04, Tyler Young ‘06, David Neal ‘05, Rockwell Moody ‘06, Marcus Ginyard ’05, Assistant Coach - Ron Ginyard, Jr., Assistant Coach - Jason Donnelly, Assistant Coach - Garrett O’Donnell (not pictured)