Hall of Fame
The CYO Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the Catholic Youth Organization of the Diocese of Brooklyn. Inductees represent the very best of our community, whether as athletes, coaches, clergy, coordinators, officials, parish athletic representatives, athletic directors, or dedicated supporters of CYO.
These individuals’ accomplishments, leadership, and service have brought life to the mission, philosophy, and values of the Diocese of Brooklyn CYO. Through their commitment to faith, sportsmanship, and youth development, Hall of Fame honorees have positively shaped generations of young people and strengthened the parish-based athletic programs that define CYO.
The Hall of Fame serves not only as a celebration of excellence, but as a lasting tribute to those whose impact continues to inspire the CYO community today and for years to come.
2025 – 2026 Hall of Fame

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2026 Honorees
Celebrating the individuals who have helped shape the legacy of CYO.
Fr. Dwayne Davis
Pastor – St. Thomas Aquinas
Kevin Dumbach
Track and Field (Posthumously) – St. Pancras
Larry Giambalvo
Referee – Our Lady of Hope
Dawn Hughes
Swim – St. Sebastian
Robert McKenna
Athlete/Coach/AD – St. Sebastian
Joseph J. Murphy
Coach/AD – St. Andrew Avellino
Lou Pagnotta
PAR – St. Adalbert
Jack Palmese
Athlete/Coach (Posthumously) – St. Camillus/St. Virgilius
Frank Rossi
Volleyball – Holy Child Jesus
