July 9, 2026

DM Express

Here is the latest from DeMatha:

• DeMatha Catholic High School is announcing that Bill McGregor is taking a leave of absence from his position as head football coach, due to personal reasons. However, Bill will still be involved with the program as Director of Football Operations.  DeMatha has named Bryce Bevill '90 as its Interim Football Coach. Bryce was a standout football player at DeMatha, Syracuse, and in the Canadian Football League. He has extensive coaching experience at the high school, college, and professional levels. 

• Six students and two chaperones recently spent six days at the Nazareth Farm in Salem, WV in service in rural Appalachia. The group practiced the art of simple living while performing home repair ministry and learning about Catholic School Teaching.

• Andrew Eck '11 has been named Admissions Director at DeMatha. He succeeds Brendan Shea '00, who has served in the position the past four years. Brendan returns to the classroom as a faculty member in the fall.

• Jennifer Cibor has been named DeMatha's Director of Marketing and Communications. She has spent the past three years assisting the music department with communications and social media. Read more about Jennifer in the epilogue. 

• The following staff members have now served 20 years at DeMatha: Paul Pham, John Rogers, and Jennifer Weaver. We previously mentioned that faculty members Matt Bickel '95, Mike Ptomey '98, and Paul Clark '01 completed their 20th year at DeMatha.  

• We would like to thank everyone who contributed to the school in the fiscal year which just finished up on June 30. Your generosity is truly appreciated! One DeMatha!

• The next DeMatha Express will be sent out Thursday July 23. We will continue to update our social media channels.

In Memoriam:

• Robert Canter '74, brother of Gregory '68 and Richard '81.

• Jennifer Dupree, wife of David '76 Obituary

• Gail P. Fogg, sister of Troy Peace '82. Arrangements: July 21, Visitation 10am, Funeral 11am. Union Wesley AME Zion. 1860 Michigan Avenue, Washington DC.

• Michael S. Page, father of Brian '95 Obituary

• Marc Walker '15, brother of Miles '16. Nephew of William '99 and John '02 Cheek. Viewing on July 10 9am Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD. Funeral to follow at 10am. 

• John White '86. Celebration of Life on July 18 at 11am at Severna Park United Methodist Church, 731 Benfield Road, Severna Park, MD.

Athletics:

• Jerami Grant '12 news: Jerami has been traded to the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA. A good number of members of the varsity basketball team spent a morning last week harvesting crops for the underserved in our community. The farm is own by Jerami's Hour Generation Foundation.

• Steve Settle '19 is playing for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Summer League.

• Earl Timberlake '20 is playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Summer League.

• Rising junior Diego Aguillen was interviewed last week on Fox 5 News in DC about his experiences as a student journalist and participating in the coin toss at the World Cup in Houston. Click here to view a portion of the interview.

Alumni:

• If you travel to Camden Yards in Baltimore to see the Orioles, please be sure to say hello to Bobby Kennedy '83 who works the Welcome Umbrella on Eutaw Street near the gate behind center field.

• Mike Brey '77, who was the head men's basketball coach at Notre Dame for well over 20 years, will be one of the recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award in New York on September 18. Click here to purchase tickets.

DeMatha will host a reception the night before (9/17) at 7pm at Rosie O'Grady's in NY. RSVP here.  

Events & Miscellaneous Information:

• The next Red & Blue Meet-up will be at Benny's (300 High St. in Baltimore's Little Italy) on Wednesday July 15 at 5 p.m. First beverage is on the house. If you plan to attend RSVP here.

• Please help support Joseph Gardella '96 of Benny's Baltimore and his beloved Little Italy neighborhood and five charities. Several sponsorship opportunities are available. Inquiries can be sent to info@lightuplittleitalyfest.com.

• DeMatha Basketball Camp is open to girls and boys, 7 to 15. For more information on remaining weeks and to register, click here.

• Matthew Maxwell '11 and Nelson Carr '11 are hosting CARRMAXX: Music, Cars and Community on July 25, noon-4 p.m. Admission is free but please register here. If you're interested in being a vendor, click here. For more information, contact Matthew at matthew@familyfirstmusicgroup.com.

• Markelle Fultz '16 will host his Faithful 2 the Grind Basketball Camp at DeMatha, July 27-31. Sign up now and get ready to hoop!

• Reunions are scheduled this fall on Sat., Sept. 19 from 3-7pm for the following classes: 81, 86, 91, 96, 01, 06, 11, 16, 21. You should have already received a letter in the mail with the reunion information. To register, use this link. If you did not receive a letter in the mail, please consider clicking this link to update you alumni information for further communication.

• Tickets are now available for the 56th-annual DeMatha Senior Boosters Crab Feast on Saturday Sept. 26, 4-7 p.m. The price remains the same as last year. For more information and to get your tickets, see the flyer and register here. The time to reserve your spot is now!

Jennifer Cibor

Director of Marketing and Communications

jcibor@dematha.org

240-764-2231

Postscript

By Jennifer Cibor

DeMatha Director of Marketing and Communications

As I begin my new role as Director of Marketing and Communications at DeMatha, I find myself reflecting on the journey that brought me here. Long before I joined the staff, DeMatha was already an important part of our family's story. I first came to know the school as a parent, volunteer, and active member of the DeMatha community.

Over the past three years, I have had the privilege of working closely with the nationally recognized DeMatha Music Program, supporting its social media and communications. During that time, my husband, Steve, and I watched our two sons, Brandon '24 and Andrew '26, grow as student musicians in the Wind Ensemble and Voices of DeMatha and as athletes in crew and rugby. Those experiences gave our family a firsthand appreciation for the faith, brotherhood, and traditions that make DeMatha special.

Professionally, my career and volunteer service have taken me through several industries, each strengthening the skills I now bring to DeMatha. I earned a B.S. in Business - Marketing from Indiana University and MBA with a concentration in Marketing from DePaul University. Throughout my career, I have focused on building relationships, developing marketing strategies, planning events, and communicating with purpose. I also enjoy mentoring future leaders and currently serve as a Chapter Advisor for my sorority at the University of Maryland.

Now I'm excited to help share the stories that make DeMatha exceptional, celebrating the accomplishments of our students, faculty, alumni, and families while highlighting the mission and traditions that continue to shape generations of Stags. It is especially meaningful to begin this journey as DeMatha celebrates its 80th Anniversary in the coming year, honoring the school's legacy while looking ahead to its future.

If you have a story to share, an idea to highlight, or simply want to introduce yourself, I'd love to hear from you. Please don't hesitate to reach out at jcibor@dematha.org.

Go Stags! 

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