Noreen Doyle Levitt, Class of 1965, was inducted into the Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame and presented with the Award for Special Merit and Service. She is pictured here with Eric Martell, athletic director at Holy Names.
By Lauren LaPoint – Academy of the Holy Names Director of Marketing and Communications
(Albany) October 24, 2026 – Academy of the Holy Names inducted four individuals and one team into the Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame in recognition of their athletic success and contributions to Holy Names. This year’s inductees represented graduating classes from 1965 through 2021 and achievements across basketball, soccer, lacrosse, cross country, and track and field, ranging from Section 2 and state championships to service at the Winter Olympics. More than 60 people in attended to celebrate the 2026 induction class.
“Today, we celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of individuals and teams who have helped shape the proud tradition of Holy Names athletics,” said Dr. Martin Kilbridge, president of Holy Names. “Their achievements reflect more than athletic talent. They embody the courage to face adversity, the determination to pursue excellence, the fortitude to overcome challenges, and the esprit de corps that unites a team. Their generosity and sportsmanship remind us that the true value of athletics lies not only in winning but also in how we support one another and contribute to our community.”
This year’s inductees included:
- Megan Bell, Class of 2021 – Track and Field, Cross Country
- Grace Field, Class of 2020 – Soccer, Basketball, Lacrosse
- Klarrisa Ricks, Class of 2011 – Track and Field
- 2012 Cross Country Team – Kaitlin Close, Class of 2015; Rachael Franchini, Class of 2015; Chamberlain Harris, Class of 2017; Sarah Hummel, Class of 2015; Mackenzie Kennedy, Class of 2014; Isabelle Lombardi, Class of 2015; Catherine Maloy, Class of 2013; Elena Neimeyer, Class of 2014; Emily Reid, Class of 2013; Kaylee Scott, Class of 2015; Leah Triller, Class of 2014; Lydia Williams, Class of 2018; Jacqueline-Ann Willsey, Class of 2013
- Noreen Doyle Levitt, Class of 1965 – Award for Special Merit and Service
“The purpose of the Academy of the Holy Names Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame is to recognize and communicate significant accomplishments and contributions related to athletic achievement and development,” said Eric Martell, athletic director of Holy Names. “The Hall of Fame recognizes both outstanding accomplishments in athletics, those who broke boundaries and set high standards of excellence, and those who donated extraordinary contributions of time, expertise, and/or financial support to the athletics department. I wanted to pause for a moment and recognize the man for whom the Hall of Fame is named. For all athletes, coaches, parents, students, alumnae, and administrators in the room – your lives were forever transformed in beautifully positive ways by Carlo Cherubino. In his memory and in support of his legacy, we name our Hall of Fame.”
The Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame was dedicated in November 2023 in recognition of Cherubino’s 45 years of service as a teacher, mentor, and coach at Holy Names. This year’s ceremony marked the first induction since his death in November 2024. The Hall of Fame carries forward his legacy of developing student-athletes whose commitment, integrity, and teamwork extend beyond competition.
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