On October 7, we gathered as one Brother Martin family for the 2022 Homecoming festivities. We participated in tailgating and alumni activities, watched the crowning of our 2022 Homecoming Queen, and cheered the Crusader football team to victory as they defeated the Jesuit Blue Jays.

The tailgate featured jambalaya prepared and served by our Culinary Crusaders under the direction of moderator Donnie Midkiff ’03 and Tina LeBeaud. Alumni, families, and friends enjoyed Coca-Cola refreshments while dining on a large variety of selections. Pat Barbaro ’85 provided music, and Chris Alley ’08 served as emcee.

Before heading into the stadium, the 2022 Homecoming Court was introduced with their student escorts, and our Cheerleaders, Crusader Band, and Alumni Band entertained guests with special performances.

Serving as honorary captains for the game were the 1972 football team captains Darryl Brue ’73, Henry Nuss, Jr. ’73, and Marc Robert ’73. The Alumni Band played the Brother Martin Fight Song as the crowd showed their appreciation and respect for these legendary teams.

During halftime, Miss Ava Delahoussaye was crowned the 2022 Homecoming Queen, and Alumni Board President Milton Dureau ’69 CJ presented her crown. Scott Delahoussaye ’89, Kip Fay ’92, Arturo Garcia ’21, Scott Pays ’93, David Trepagnier, Jr. ’14, Kent Kropog ’08, and Billy Davis ’88 served as alumni escorts.

After the Crusader victory, alumni and guests continued the celebration at the annual Lettermen Reunion at Francesca’s by Katie’s.