Jesuit proudly introduced the 2026 Homecoming Court during halftime of Friday night’s matchup against John Curtis on October 23 at Strawberry Stadium in Hammond. The court was greeted by the Jayettes, the MCJROTC, and the Blue Jay Band, each adding their unique talents to the occasion.

In a highlight moment of the evening, Fr. John Brown, S.J., crowned this year’s homecoming queen,
Meredith Huck— chosen by the Jesuit senior class.

Chase Cooper and Brooklyn Matthew

Chase Cooper is a senior captain and starting defensive end on the varsity football team. He is also a member of the varsity lacrosse team, AMDG Faith and Leadership, and Hacky Sack Club. Cooper serves his community through Grace at the Greenlight and as a board member of Hams for Fams, helping provide Christmas meals to families in need. He plans to attend college and explore future career opportunities. Brooklyn Matthew, is a senior at Mount Carmel Academy, where she is a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Christian Life Community, Eco Cubs, and PAWS. She also serves as a Come Lord Jesus leader and volunteers with ARNO, Habitat for Humanity, and Hams for Fams. Matthew plans to major in Nursing.

Blake Couvillon and Cecilia LaGraize

Blake Couvillon serves as Student Body Vice President and is a member of the state championship varsity soccer and lacrosse teams. He is president of the Investment Club, co-president of the Hacky Sack Club, and a member of the Sodality leadership team. Couvillon also serves on the board of Hams for Fams and regularly volunteers in community service initiatives. He plans to double major in Finance and Supply Chain Management before attending flight school. Cecilia LaGraize, is a senior at St. Mary’s Dominican High School, where she is a member of the Dominican Retreat Team, Campus Ministry, Student Ambassador Club, Spanish Club, and National Art Honor Society. She also serves as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and volunteers with the Good Shepherd School, DSAGNO Buddy Walk, and Heart of Passion Organization. LaGraize plans to pursue studies in Engineering and Business.

Kain Gwinn and Bella Hymel

Kain Gwinn is captain of the undefeated state championship varsity soccer team. He serves as Xavier House Prefect on the Student Council Executive Board and is a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and Big Brother Program. He also serves as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and volunteers as an attendant at Krewe de Camp for children with special needs. Gwinn plans to major in Biology before attending dental school. Bella Hymel, is a senior at Mount Carmel Academy, where she serves on her class board and Ambassador Team. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta and has earned recognition on the Principal’s Honor Roll and as a recipient of the Tulane Book Award. Hymel also serves as a Come Lord Jesus leader, peer tutor, and community service volunteer. She plans to major in Business Management before attending law school.

Jackson Indest and Avery Ceravolo

Jackson Indest is a member of the state championship junior varsity and varsity lacrosse teams. He also participates in the Big Brother Program and volunteers with Krewe de Camp, supporting children with special needs. Indest plans to study Business and Law in college. Avery Ceravolo, is a senior at Mount Carmel Academy, where she serves on the Ambassador Team and as a Come Lord Jesus leader. She is also a member of Teens for Life and Mount Carmel Cubs Against Destructive Decisions (MCCADD) and was selected to the Winter Formal Court. Outside of school, Ceravolo plays competitive beach volleyball and volunteers more than 75 hours each summer at Bible camps and Mount Carmel’s summer camp. She plans to attend Louisiana State University and pursue a career in Radiology.

Matthew Jackel and Meredith Huck, escorted by senior Gareth Berner

Matthew Jackel is a senior captain and two-year letterman on the varsity football team, where he serves as a kicker. A multisport athlete, he has also participated in soccer, swimming, golf, and basketball. He is an honor roll student, Senior Class Homeroom Representative, and member of Young Life, the Big Brother Program, and Catholic Youth Organization. Jackel hopes to continue his football career at the collegiate level while pursuing pre-med studies, with the goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. Meredith Huck, is a senior at St. Mary’s Dominican High School, where she serves as captain of the Jesuit cheerleading team and Dominican gymnastics team. She is also a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, National English Honor Society, and Spanish National Honor Society. Huck plans to attend Louisiana State University as a pre-med major and pursue a career in medicine.

Calvin Magee and Isabella Martin

Calvin Magee serves as Student Council President and is a four-year letterman on the varsity baseball team. He is a Peer Support leader and member of Mu Alpha Theta, AMDG Faith and Leadership, Jesuit Men of Color, and the Big Brother Program. Magee also serves as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and volunteers with Camp Smile, Grace at the Greenlight, and Carrollton Boosters youth baseball. He plans to major in Biology with the goal of becoming a pediatric orthopedic surgeon. Isabella Martin, is a senior at Mount Carmel Academy, where she is a member of Teens for Life, Health Science Society, Christian Life Community, and Eco Cubs. She is also a five-year member and co-captain of the Jayettes dance team and has completed more than 200 hours of community service. Martin plans to pursue a career in medicine as a nurse anesthetist.

Zachary Sands and Lillian Naquin

Zach Sands is a senior captain of the varsity wrestling team. He also serves as a Big Brother and house leader, helping younger students become involved in the school community. Sands volunteers with Camp Smile, where he spent a week supporting children with disabilities. He plans to continue his education while exploring future career opportunities. Lillian Naquin, is a senior at the Academy of Our Lady, where she is a member of the Healthcare Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Salesians for Life, and Spanish National Honor Society. She serves as an officer and varsity letterman on the cheerleading team and participates in the Big Sister Program. Naquin also volunteers with Arc of Greater New Orleans and the Cajun Classic, supporting individuals with disabilities. She plans to attend the University of Alabama or Texas Christian University to major in Nursing, with the goal of becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.