On January 8, Xaverian Brothers High School recognized 19 senior student athletes who have recently committed to pursuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. The College Commitment Ceremony included athletes representing Xaverian’s football, golf, soccer, swimming, baseball, lacrosse, and rugby programs.
During the ceremony, Xaverian Athletic Director Ted Currle commended the student athletes for their accomplishments. “The dedication, discipline, and perseverance across the many sports represented at the ceremony reflects the very best of what it means to be a Xaverian athlete,” he said. “Balancing the demands of academics, athletics, and personal growth is no small achievement, and each of these individuals has embraced that challenge with integrity and determination.” Mr. Currle also recognized the vital role their family and the community at large played throughout the journey. “Their success is a testament not only to their talent and work ethic, but also to the support of their families, coaches, teammates, and teachers who have helped guide them along the way.” He finished by thanking them for the example they have set for their peers by serving as leaders within the Xaverian community.
Xaverian congratulates the following members of the Class of 2026 on reaching this significant milestone:
Football
Dave Chiavegato - Umass Amherst
Dominic Funke - Boston College
Ryan Dickhaut - Hamilton College
Golf
Thomas Constantine - Bryant University
Antonio Cillo - Assumption University
Soccer
Max Melnik - Salve Regina
Swim/Dive
Jack Herman - Fordham University
Baseball
Nolan Rappoli - Harvard University
Tyler Korchin - Stonehill College
Colin Mont - Sacred Heart University
Aj Artesani - Gordon College
Jake McKenna - Lasell University
Gavin Heneghan - Gordon College
Jack Coen - Saint Michael's College
Beckett Delleo - Wesleyan University
Jake Lonardo - Salve Regina University
Lacrosse
Joe O'Donnell - Saint Michael's College
Charles Brennan - Union College
Rugby
Harry Corrigan - Fairfield University
Photo one:
Row one (l-r): Aj Artesani (baseball), Dave Chiavegato (football), Joe O'Donnell (lacrosse), Nolan Rappoli (baseball), Jack Coen (baseball), Tyler Korchin (baseball), Harry Corrigan (rugby), Charles Brennan (lacrosse), Jake Lonardo (baseball), and Max Melnik (soccer).
Row two (l-r): Jack Herman (swim and dive), Gavin Heneghan (baseball), Thomas Constantine (golf), Ryan Dickhaut (football), Antonio Cillo (golf), Beckett Delleo (baseball), Colin Mont (baseball), and Jake McKenna (baseball)
Photo two: Dominic Funke (football) with members of the 2025 varsity football team.