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Flyers Wrap Up a Successful Inaugural Season of Chaminade Rugby By Anthony Scarmozzino ‘24 This spring, there was a sense of uncertainty surrounding Chaminade High School rugby. As a newly-formed team playing a sport relatively unknown to most Chaminade students, the Flyers knew that hard work and dedication were essential in order to conquer a…

After an Unprecedented Four Years, the Seniors Have Truly Become a Flyer Family By Nektarios Donas ‘24 In the fall of 2019, hundreds of anxious students entered an environment unlike anything they had previously experienced; the unfamiliar, however, is exactly what transformed these young freshmen into the outstanding men that graduate from Chaminade High School…

Matt Vowinkel ‘17 Makes a Name for Himself in the United Soccer League By Nektarios Donas ‘24 Matt Vowinkel ’17, a decorated soccer player and Chaminade High School alum, is heading to One Knoxville, a soccer club in the United Soccer League (USL) League One. From Chaminade, to Hofstra University, to getting drafted to Major…

Flyers Vote on “Best-Dressed” Male Faculty Members of the 2022-2023 Year By Dylan Long ‘23 & Zachary Stoyer ‘23 Recently, Chaminade High School students were given the opportunity to settle one of campus’ most important questions: Who is the best-dressed male faculty member? Who can most successfully work within the Chaminade dress code to display…

Science Club Challenges Flyers to Build “Poolworthy” Vessels Using Physics & Creativity By Sean Atkinson ‘24 The Chaminade High School Science Club set sail for its Cardboard Boat Regatta on Wednesday, March 22nd. The regatta called for a combination of efficiency and artistry, with guaranteed fun for all who participated.  The teams were given simple…

Varsity Hockey Team Defends Catholic High School League Championship Title By Sean Atkinson ‘24 The Chaminade High School varsity hockey team had another excellent season, setting a regular season record of 19-3-2 and a 14-2-2 record in league play. The Flyers set a precedent at the start of the season: Chaminade was the team to…

Students Work Together to Transform Campus Places into Spiritual Spaces By Ryan Nicol ‘25 Many service jobs around Chaminade High School are not completed by the administration and staff, but rather by student clubs that use strength in numbers to complete tasks quickly and skillfully. One of these clubs, which often goes underappreciated, is Sacristans. …

Vargas Brings His “A-Game” as Faculty Member, Athletic Trainer, and Coach By Will Ferraro-Reich ‘25 Chaminade High School athletics have had countless wins, championships, and successful seasons over the past few years, and Coach Jorge Vargas is the man making sure all the athletes are at the top of their game.  Vargas has been an…

John McPike ‘23 Wins Prestigious Evans Foundation Golf Caddy Scholarship By Dylan Long ‘23 Golf has always been an integral part of senior John McPike’s life. Whether it was watching his dad work as superintendent of Meadow Brook Club or playing on the Chaminade High School varsity golf team, McPike has learned the value of…

Peter Carriero ‘96 Reflects on How “You Never Know Where Life May Take You” By Tucker Terranova ‘23 Mr. Peter Carriero ’96 has been a staple of Chaminade High School’s mathematics department for over a decade. Carriero’s eagerness to assist students, offer frequent extra help, and lend a helping hand has made him a favorite…