Jesuit Alumni in the News
A Compilation of Media Coverage of Blue Jays Here, There, and Everywhere

 


Don Moreau ’54

Loyola University Retires Don Moreau's Jersey

Congratulations to Don Moreau ’54 upon the retirement of his jeresy from Loyola University, New Orleans.

Read about Don's Accomplishments in a press release from Loyola University.


Ted Joyner ’00 and Grant Widmer ’00
Photo Courtesy of Brian Baiamonte

Ted Joyner and Grant Widmer of the Class of 2000, and Their Band Generations, Are Featured
in The New York Times

The New York Times identifies Tedl and Grant’s band Generations as an up and coming group to watch.

Read the Article from The New York Times.


Brod Bagert ’65

Brod Bagert ’65:
Poet Finds Success in Children's Voices

Brod Bagert found his calling 29 years ago when his daughter Colette asked him for a poem. It didn’t matter which one. She just needed to recite one for an elocution contest, and she preferred it be written in a child’s voice.

Read the Entire Article from The Times-Picayune 


Commandant of the Marine Corps
Gen. James T. Conway (left),
Sen. Claire McCaskill, and Brandon

Major Brandon Gregoire ’91 Shares His Talents by Serving His Country

USMC Major Brandon Gregoire ’91 recently spoke
with Alumni Director Mat Grau about his work in
Washington, D.C.

Brandon advises Sen. Claire McCaskill from (Missouri) on national security related issues which include defense, intelligence, foreign relations and veteran’s affairs matters.

Brandon sends his best wishes to the Jesuit community.


Richard Arnold ’97

Richard Arnold '97 Returns to New Orleans to Play Lead Role in LePetit Theatre's Production of
White Christmas

Richard Arnold ’97 returns to New Orleans to play the lead role in White Christmas at LePetit Theatre.

Check out Richard in the LePetit Theatre and the WWL-TV story about the play.


Adrian Colon ’59

Adrian Colon, Sr. ’59 Honored by the New Orleans Province of the Society of Jesus

Congratulations to Adrian Colon, Sr. ’59 for receiving the New Orleans Province of the Society of Jesus’ Homines Pro Aliis Award for his many years of
service to the Jesuit community.

Read more about Adrian Colon and his work for Jesuit High School and the metropolitan community


Eric Heigle ’02,
Drummer, Music Producer,
Sound Engineer, and
 Music Entrepreneur

 

 

Eric Heigle ’02 in Gambit’s 40 Under 40 Issue

Gambit's annual 40 Under 40 issue salutes young New Orleanians – people who have already achieved amazing accomplishments, as well as some with great promise.

Find the Article About Eric on Gambit's Web Site

 

 


Galatoire's Executive Chef
Brian Landry ’94 at the
Louisiana Seafood Cook-off.
 
Photo Courtesy of www.225batonrouge.com

New Orleans Top 10 Restaurants: Times-Picayune Singles Out Galatoire's Executive Chef Brian Landry ’94

Read about Brian Landry's Awesome Duties at Galatoire’s, a Times-Picayune Top 10 New Orleans Restaurant.

 


Trey Kramer ’09

Trey Kramer '09 Named Gulf South Conference Defensive Player of the Week

Congratulations to Trey Kramer for being named the Gulf Coast Conference’s Soccer Defensive Player of the Week. Read about Trey’s accomplishment at the Gulf South Web Page.


Photo: Sara Krulwich/The New York Times

Actor Fred Weller ’84 has a leading role
in the Off-Broadway play Still Life. 

Read the Theater Review
in The New York Times


David Brinks ’85
Photo Courtesy of Chris Granger /
The Times-Picayune

Poet David Brinks '85 Talks to The Times-Picayune About Verse and New Orleans

Read The Times-Picayune article about David Brinks and how poetry has played a role in his life and his insights on New Orleans.


Theo Smith, with family and Jesuit administrators looking on, signs
his letter of intent to ULM.

Theo Smith '07 Named Louisiana Player of the Week

Congratulations to Theo Smith for being named Louisiana Defensive Player of the Week by the
Louisiana Sports Writers Association.

For more details, read about Theo Smith at the ULM web site.


Follow the professional baseball careers
of Barry Butera ’06, Jimmy Cesario ’04,
Michael Hollander ’04, Johnny Giovotella ’05, Anthony Scelfo ’05, and
Ryan Adams ’06.

Minor League Blue Jays

Check out the Jesuit Baseball Alumni playing ball in the minor leagues.


Eric Block ’05 and his parents
Donna and Roy On Signing Day

Eric Block ’05 Fighting Illini Offensive Anchor Talks About the Upcoming Season

Watch a Video Interview of Eric Block ’05 as he comments about the upcoming football season.

Review Eric’s stats as a starter at Illinois.


Fr. John Lasseigne’82

Fr, John Lasseigne ’82 Serves His Parish in a Unique Way

Read the story how Fr. John Lasseigne ’82 serves his parish’s spiritual and legal needs during hard economic times in California.


Peter Finney, III ’02

Peter Finney, III, '02 to be Ordained Transitional Deacon

Read about Peter's Ordination as a transitional deacon in The Clarion Herald.

The transitional deaconate is the final step before ordination to the priesthood.


Brandon Spann ’99

Brandon Spann ’99 Works to Help the Youth of New Orleans

Brandon Spann ’99 is the executive director of the New Orleans Sports School, a non-profit agency that works with at-risk, New Orleans youth in academic and athletic activities.

Joining Brandon in this effort are his classmates
Jimmy Courtenay, Kyle Kloor, and Will Washington.

For more details about this program,
check out the New Orleans Sports School.


James Truxillo ’05

ULM Football Captain James Truxillo ’05 Excited About Leading 2009 Season

Read an interview James gave to the Warhawknation.com about the upcoming
football season.


Walt Philbin ’62

Walt Philbin ’62 Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the New Orleans Press Club

Congratulations to retired crime-reporting legend Walt Philbin ’62, who wrote for The States-Item and The Times-Picayune for more than 35 years. Philbin recently was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the New Orleans Press Club.

Read about Walt’s Accomplishments at nola.com and from the New Orleans Press Club Program.


Les East ’78
Photo Courtesy of NewOrleans.com

New Orleans Press Club Honors Les East ’78 at 51st Annual Press Club Journalism Awards

Congratulations to Les East ’78 for being recognized at the 51st Annual Press Club of
New Orleans Journalism Awards Competition
on July 18.

Les’s sports blog on NewOrleans.com and his writing for the Baton Rouge Advocate earned him his honors from his colleagues.

Read about  Les’s Accomplishments
at NewOrleans.com.


Taylor Fogleman ’05
 warming up for a match.

Check out Taylor's Stats at UNC

UNC and Blue Jay Tennis Star
Taylor Fogleman ’05 Considers His
Options After College

Read The Times-Picayune article about Taylor’s outstanding tennis career at UNC and his future
in the sport.


Taylor Fogleman ’05 Reaches Semifinals in NCAA Tennis Championships

Read about Taylor's Accomplishments at the NCAA Tennis Championships.


Richard Smith ’65

Richard Smith ’65 Named 52nd Sugar Bowl President

Congratulations to Richard Smith ’65 for being named the 52nd President of the Sugar Bowl.

Click here to read more about Richard and his work with the Sugar Bowl organization.


Dr. James Milam ’72

James Milam ’72 Elected President of Illinois State Medical Society

Congratulations to Dr. James Milam ’72 upon his election as President of the Illinois State Medical Society.

Read Dr. Milam’s comments at the
Lake County Medical Society web site.
(Scroll down the page to read the article)


Nick Pontiff ’04
Photo Courtesy of Steve Franz/ LSU

Nick Pontiff ’04 and LSU Win 2009 NCAA National Baseball Title

Congratulations to Nick Pontiff ’04 and the Fighting Tigers of LSU for winning the 2009 NCAA Baseball National Title.

Check out Nick's Web Page
at the official LSU baseball web site.


Ryan Thibodaux ’92
Photo Courtesy of John McCusker,
Times-Picayune

Ryan Thibodaux ’92 Trumpets for a Good Cause

The Times-Picayune writes about dentist and musician Ryan Thibodaux’s unique efforts to raise funds for cancer research through the Livestrong Foundation.

Read the story about Ryan and his trumpet.


During a visit to campus in 2007,
Dennis visits with Jesuit teachers
Kathi Tomeny and Mitch Chapoton.

Dennis Lauscha ’87 Plays Key Role as New Orleans Saints Executive

The Times-Picayune writes about the important role Dennis has played in the development of the NFL franchise in New Orleans.

Read about Dennis’s story
from The Times-Picayune.



P.J. Kee ’00

 P.J. plays with two other Blue Jays--
Brandon Chagnard ’05 and
Stephen Duncan ’07. Check out
the Jesuit soccer alumni at the
New Orleans Jesters Web Site.

P.J. Kee ’00, Sixty-Second Interview with
The Times-Picayune’s Chris Rose

T-P columnist Chris Rose talks to P.J. about his varied careers in law and now as a professional soccer player for the New Orleans Jesters.


Barry Butera ’06 at the
state baseball finals.

 Check out Barry's Stats at BC

Barry Butera ’06 Drafted by Houston Astros in the 21st Round of MLB Draft

Congratulations to Barry Butera ’06 for being drafted in the 21st round (641st pick) in the 2009 Major League Baseball Draft.

Update (7/1)! Barry is now playing for the Tri-Valley Cats in the New York-Penn League. Follow Barry and other Blue Jays' careers by visiting the Jesuit Baseball Alumni Web Page.


All in the Family: Butera Baseball Legacy Going Strong

Read about Barry Butera, his dad, and his family’s deep and growing ties with America’s favorite pastime.


Peter Flores ’09: recognized
for community service

Peter Flores ’09 Recognized for Service

Read the article in St. Charles Avenue Magazine about Peter Flores’s service to the community.


Here,in 1963, Larry sports his
American Legion uniform.
Back then, Tulane Shirts
sponsored the Jays.

Larry Schneider '63 to be Inducted in Allstate Sugar Bowl Greater New Orleans Hall of Fame

Congratulations to Larry Schneider ’63, long time Archbishop Rummel High School Head Baseball Coach, who will be inducted in the Allstate Sugar Bowl Greater New Orleans Sports Hall of Fame.

Read about Larry Scheinder’s Induction to the GNO Hall of Fame.