Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
On September 28, 2024, The Brebeuf Jesuit Alumni Board of Directors hosted the bi-annual Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
In the 62 years since Brebeuf first opened its doors, we’ve graduated over 9,300 alumni. In the years that we’ve held this awards ceremony, only 56 alumni have received the McCashland or O’Brien award, and only 40 individuals and 16 teams have been inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame. Our honorees this year are now among this elite group.
Each honoree embodies the Core Values that Brebeuf holds dear:
They pursue excellence in their lives through education
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Leadership, and spiritual growth; they help build a caring and diverse community
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They have been and are called to a holy boldness.
ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS
Fred McCashland Outstanding Alumni Award
John Sullivan ‘69
John Sullivan, a member of the Brebeuf Class of 1969, served as class president and has remained actively involved in the Brebeuf community since graduation. He has sent all four of his children to Brebeuf and hopes to do the same for his grandchildren. Recently retired from his law career in Indianapolis, where he also provided pro bono work, John served six years on the Brebeuf Jesuit alumni board and continues to participate in various events.
During his time at Brebeuf, he participated in football, track, and Speech & Debate, and was a member of student government and the National Honor Society. John attended the College of the Holy Cross for his undergraduate studies and later Indiana University School of Law, where his favorite subject was chemistry, taught by Jim Gavin, who influenced his analytical skills.
John's notable achievements include being voted Senior Class President and embodying the values of giving back, which he strives to model in his adult life. In his professional career, he has been a Democratic nominee for Mayor of Indianapolis, served as Indiana Recount Chairman, and held significant roles including Vice President of the Marion County Convention Center Commission and federal lobbyist. He was also recognized as a Sagamore of the Wabash.
He is semi-retired and lives with his wife, Margaret Sullivan, and their children: Dr. Katherine Sullivan Kelley ‘02, Patrick ‘04, and Michael ‘09. Anne and Patrick currently serve on the Brebeuf Jesuit Alumni Board of Directors.
The Father J. Paul O’Brien, SJ Service Award
Larry Winters ‘91
Larry Winters has made significant contributions to Brebeuf Jesuit as an alumnus, including assisting with the St. Ignatius Scholarship, serving on the Alumni Board, and participating in strategic planning committees. He established the Black Alumni Network and was involved in the boys' basketball search committee, as well as coordinating fundraising efforts for the girls' soccer team.
During his time at Brebeuf, Larry played four years of basketball and football and was active in the Black Student Union. He graduated from Butler University with a Bachelor of Science in Business and was a four-year varsity letterman in football. His favorite subjects were Algebra and Religion, and he admired teachers Mrs. McCarthy, Mr. Pierle, and Mr. Madden, as well as coaches Rick Streiff and Coach Mike Miller, who inspired him to value his education.
Larry’s most memorable achievements include graduating from Brebeuf and playing in the State Basketball Championship game at The Hoosier Dome. He credits Brebeuf with teaching him perseverance and the importance of giving back.
Currently, he works as a Manager of Sales at Alithya, volunteers with Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, and actively advocates for Brebeuf Jesuit as an alumnus and parent. With nearly 30 years of experience in sales management, he has received multiple awards and runs his own consulting company, LJW Global Enterprises, LLC.
At the awards dinner, he was accompanied by his wife, Jennifer Winters, and their daughters: Ashlyn ‘20, Mia ‘23, Mackenzie ‘26, and Chelsea Yeadon.
ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Heather Youngman-Jaynes ‘89
Heather Youngman-Jaynes, was a distinguished athlete at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School from 1985 to 1989. She excelled in four sports: basketball, volleyball, track, and soccer. In basketball, she garnered notable achievements, including being named 2nd Team All-State as a junior and earning 1st Team All County and 1st Team All Metro honors as a senior, averaging 16.6 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Under her leadership, Brebeuf became the first Indiana team (boys or girls) to win four consecutive Marion County tournament championships and four sectional titles. She scored 1,023 points in her high school career, making her a member of the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association's 1,000 Point Club. After playing Division 1 college basketball at Eastern Illinois University, Heather was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of '89 Silver Anniversary Team in 2014. She later returned to Brebeuf to coach girls basketball from 2018 to 2021. Her exceptional athletic achievements and contributions to coaching make her a deserving candidate for induction into the Brebeuf Athletic Hall of Fame.
2012-2013 Hockey Team
Bob Demaree ‘13, Brett Fehr ‘13, Joel Girardin ‘13, Eric Speer ‘13, Colin Walker ‘13, Ben King ‘14, John Murphy ‘14, Pierce Wagner ‘14, Harrison Kulak ‘15, John Demaree ‘15, Rex Barrett ‘15, Ryan Dvornick ‘15, Ryan Vierhile ‘15, Tyler Baumann ‘15, Will Vandebelt ‘15, Leo Watson ‘16, and Patrick McKay ‘16.
The 2013 Brebeuf Jesuit Hockey Team had an outstanding season, finishing with a record of 29-13-4 and winning the ISHSHA 4A State Championship. Coached by Don Perkins and his staff, the team demonstrated resilience and skill, ending the regular season in 5th place in the Hoosier League with a record of 9-3-2. They faced challenges in the state tournament but triumphed over top-seeded Homestead 5-2 in the championship game, despite several players dealing with injuries.
Key players included Will Vandebelt ‘15 , who led the team with 38 goals and 35 assists, and goalie Colin Walker ‘13, who had a 20-11-3 record and a 90% save percentage. The team also excelled academically, earning the Henry G. Schallert Award for a collective GPA of 3.48. Individual honors included multiple players being named Hoosier League All-Stars and selections to Team Indiana.
The team’s mission statement emphasized passion, perseverance, and teamwork, which was evident throughout their successful season. Their grit and determination not only led to the championship title but also reflected their commitment to excellence on and off the ice.
Left to right: Larry Winters ‘91, John Sullivan ‘69, Heather Jaynes ‘89, 2012-2013 Hockey Team
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Efroymson Auditorium
Brebeuf Jesuit
5:00 p.m. Reception
6:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony
Alumni Award Recipients:
Larry Winters ‘91 - Fr. J. Paul O’Brien, S.J. Service Award
John Sullivan ‘69- Fred B. McCashland Outstanding Alumnus Award
Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees:
2012-2013 Hockey Team
Heather Jaynes ‘89