(Photo provided) The following Roncalli students will play sports collegiately: James Dozier – Marian University, Wrestling; Johnny Jaffe – Marian University, Football; Sam Neu – DePauw University, Football; and Gabrielle Price – Marian University, Cheerleading.
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On May 15, four Roncalli High School seniors gathered to recognize their intent to compete collegiately.
James Dozier signed to wrestle at the Marian University (Indianapolis, Indiana) under Coach Steven Bradley. While at Roncalli, he was a wrestling state qualifier, regional champion, two-time sectional champion, county champion and two-time conference champion. Dozier’s wrestling team was state champions, regional champions, two-time secional champions, county champions and four-time conference champions. Dozier plans to study business and is the son of Emily and Brad Dozier. They are members of St. Barnabas Catholic Church.
Johnny Jaffe signed with Marian University (Indianapolis, Indiana) under Coach Ted Karras to play football. Jaffe was a team captain and earned the leadership award. While at Roncalli, his football team was semi-state, regional, sectional, conference and Marion County champions. He plans to study nursing and is the son of Daphne and John Jaffe. They are members of St. Jude Catholic Church.
Sam Neu signed with DePauw University (Greencastle, Indiana) to play football under Coach Brett Dietz. He was a two-time Circle City Conference player, team captain, defense MVP, IFCA Senior All State, All County, InPreps Player of the Week and Strongman Award winner. Neu plans to study business. He is the son of Erin and David Neu. They are members of St. Jude Catholic Church.
Gabrielle Price signed to cheer at Marian University (Indianapolis, Indiana) under Coach Aly Vonier. While at Roncalli, Price was awarded the most dedicated cheerleader, most spirited cheerleader, most oustanding junior and most valuable cheerleader. She plans to study biology and is the daughter of Trinia and Adam Price. They are members of Holy Name Catholic Church.
“We have been very fortunate to have a hand in the development and formation of our student athletes,” said David Lauck (Roncalli 1994), athletic director of Roncalli High School. This latest group is ready to go on and do great things at the college level, and the Roncalli community will be following along, wishing them the best of luck!”
