NOTRE DAME ANNOUNCES 2024 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

Notre Dame High School is thrilled to announce the inductees for the 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame. These outstanding individuals have made significant contributions to our school's athletic legacy and will be honored at a special ceremony on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Notre Dame High School.

This year’s inductees include:

1. Dan Burns, '82 - Dan is one of ND's best all-time golfers, winning multiple GR Championships! In addition to golf, he was on basketball teams posting records of 46-4 while advancing to the State Semi-Finals his junior year.
2. Jeff Weaver, '01 - Jeff Weaver is the second all-time career scorer for ND Boys' Basketball. A member of the 2001 State Championship team, he earned all-tournament honors and later was named NYS Player of the Year for Class D!
3. Katie Francis, '04- Katie is the 2004 Notre Dame Co-Athlete of the Year and two-time state finalist in volleyball. Katie won three Sectional Volleyball Championships, two Girls' Basketball Sectional Championships,  and first team honors  for NYS Volleyball, as well as 2003. She was also named Section V Girls' Basketball MVP that same year.
4. Maurin Lawrence, '04- Co-Athlete of the the Year 2004, Maurin was also named the Female Scholar Athlete of the Year. She is a two-time State Finalist in Volleyball and tree-time Section V Volleyball champion! She won two Section V Championships for Girls' Basketball as well as one for Volleyball in 2003. Maurin was Section V All-Star in Volleyball 01-02, and Section V All-Star for Girls Basketball in '04.
5. Ashley Napoleone, '04- Ashley was Co-Athlete of the Year 2004, and remains Notre Dame's 6th all time in career scorer for Girls' Basketball. She earned first team All-State in volleyball (2003), and second team All-State (2002). She was a three-time volleyball Section V All-Star and earned MVP honors in 2003. Additionally, Ashley was  Section V All-Star for Girls Basketball in 2003 and 2004.
6. Jeff Antolos '13- Athlete of the Year in 2013, Jeff won the NYS Cross Country Meet for Class D in 2011 and Class C in 2012 along with multiple Section V All-Star recognitions in Cross Country and Track. In addition to cross-country and track, Jeff was a four year varsity hockey player.
7. Eric Geitner (Coach)- Coach Geitner is being recognized for his success in coaching cross-country, boys' and girls' swimming, and track. His teams have won multiple Sectional Championships while his athletes captured numerous individual Section V Titles.
8. 1981 Football Team- The 1981 Football team posted a record of 8-0-1, winning sectionals and snapping Cal-Mum's state record 49 game winning streak!

The ceremony will be a celebration of excellence, tradition, and the incredible talent that has shaped Notre Dame's sports history. It is an opportunity for alumni, current students, and the entire community to come together and honor these remarkable individuals.

Tickets Are Now On Sale!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special event. Tickets are now available for purchase online at ndhsbatavia.com or Venmo @Notre-Dame-HS-Batavia. The event will include a cocktail reception, dinner, and the formal induction ceremony.

Ticket Details:

• Date: Saturday, November 9
• Time: 5:30 pm
• Location: Notre Dame High School Gymnasium
• Price: $50 per person or $450 for a table of 10

Seating is limited, so be sure to secure your spot early. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting Notre Dame!
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Contact Information For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Jamie Meyer at (585) 343-2783 ext. 106 or [email protected].

Join us in celebrating the legacy of our athletes and the enduring spirit of Notre Dame High School!