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Ramblers in New York City
The Loyola Academy community kicked off an exciting weekend in New York City with a networking social hour at the Upper Story by Charlie Palmer. Located on the 14th floor of a New York City high rise, guests were treated to a spectacular view of the city that never sleeps while sharing stories about their days at the Academy.
The following day, everyone headed to Yankee Stadium to watch the Holy Cross Crusaders take on the Fordham Rams in the Ram-Crusader Cup. Loyola Fans had a great time cheering for Crusaders Emmett Clifford ’16, Luke Ford ’13, Daniel Kurkowski ’16, Jimmy Murray ’13and Peter Pujals ’13 and Rams Charlie Murray ’15 and Jonah Isaac ’16.
Among the fans were Loyola College Counseling Department Chair Mark Porcaro, a Fordham alumnus, and Assistant Principal for Student Services Charlie Heintz, a Holy Cross graduate. The two engaged in some friendly competition, cheering on their alma maters.
Porcaro was struck by the number of people who recognized the LA logo on his jacket. “We were 800 miles from 1100 Laramie, but it is obvious that the Rambler family stretches far and wide,” he said. Porcaro was excited that he was able to watch the Fordham Rams play in one of their best games this season, winning the Ram-Crusader Cup for the fifth year in a row.
As a Holy Cross alumnus, Heintz felt overwhelming pride at Yankee Stadium. “It was wonderful to see the web between Loyola Academy and Holy Cross," he said. "It is a real connection that's been cultivated for years, but when I saw Peter, Jimmy and Luke on the jumbotron, it jumped to a whole new level. Loyola kids are leaders on campuses across the country. They get involved, and they make a difference.”
Members of the Murray Family were also present to cheer on both their sons—Jimmy Murray ’13, an offensive lineman for Holy Cross, and Charlie Murray ’15, an offensive lineman for Fordham. Later that evening the Murray family hosted Rambler fans as they praised a game well-played and a weekend well-spent.
To close out the weekend, Regis High School President Rev. Daniel K. Lahart, SJ, ’79, opened his doors to Loyola Academy as Rev. Patrick E. McGrath, SJ, celebrated mass with the community in the Regis High School Chapel.
Reflections from a Weekend out East
Mark Porcaro, College Counseling Department Chair
This past weekend I had the privilege to travel to New York City with members of the Loyola Academy community to take part in a number of alumni events surrounding the Ram-Crusader Cup. The highlight of the trip was cheering the Rams of Fordham on to victory at Yankee Stadium with my dad, also a Fordham alumnus, and parents and alumni from Loyola Academy.
While at the game, I was struck by how many people recognized the interlocking LA logo on by jacket and shared their connection to Loyola. We were 800 miles from 1100 Laramie, but it is obvious that the Rambler family stretches far and wide.
Charlie Heintz, Assistant Principal for Student Services
There are two highlights for me:
The first was the alumni cocktail reception on Friday night. The group of Ramblers gathered was full of energy and excitement about their time at Loyola. More than fond memories and tall tales, alumni spoke sincerely about connecting with classmates and using the Loyola network to find jobs or navigate career paths. I grew up in Queens, NY, and I found it funny that my high school has a hard time doing these things even though it's located a lot closer to Manhattan! Loyola's hub is so strong that it can pull off these events half way across the country.
The second thing I noted was the great pride I felt at Yankee Stadium. Loyola's turnout was fantastic—alumni, parents and benefactors. Plus, as a Holy Cross alumnus, it was wonderful to see the web between LA and HC. It is a real connection that's been cultivated for years, but when I saw Peter, Jimmy and Luke on the jumbotron, it jumped to a whole new level. Loyola kids are leaders on campuses across the country. They get involved, and they make a difference.
Loyola's network is alive and well. I am blessed to call Loyola my home for the past 19 years. It's weekends like this that remind me what a special place Loyola is to be a part of.
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