Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Magnificat celebrated 13 alumnae athletes and coaches at the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2022 Induction Ceremony on September 23 during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend.

Started in 2010, this bi-annual event recognizes the accomplishments of athletes and coaches who demonstrated the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character. A large crowd including alumnae, family, and friends filled the Center for the Performing Arts for the ceremony, which was followed by a reception for inductees.

“Each of them is a team player who made Magnificat and their community a better place,” Athletic Director Paul Barlow said about the induction class. “They lead by example. The legacy they pass on is valuable to all of us in the Magnificat community, not just to Athletics. Those we honor this evening have been models of our very mission: They are persons of faith, who learn, lead, and serve in the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat. We are so proud of them, and we are immeasurably grateful for their contributions to Magnificat.”

Back row, left to right: Maria Shaker, M.D. ’98 (volleyball, basketball), Mary Boag French ’97 (volleyball), Kevin Fitzgerald (lacrosse coach), Mary Kate Glowe ’04 (volleyball, softball, basketball), Adelaide Aquilla ’17 (track and field), Meghann Hubach Campbell ’97 (volleyball, basketball, basketball coach), Elizabeth Tigue Thibodeaux ’91 (field hockey, lacrosse), Patrick Nortz representing Kelly Nortz ’11 (gymnastics, not pictured)

Front row, left to right: Lindsey Cooke Wallace ’01 (field hockey, lacrosse), Laura Wolff Demaline ’99 (swimming), Kaitlyn Chambers Kaiser ’04 (cross country, track & field), Joan Cundey Green ’99 (basketball, soccer), Chelsea Cahill ’06 (gymnastics, track & field)

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Denise Cundey ’94 introduces her sister, inductee Joan Cundey Green ’99, during the ceremony.

Mary Lavelle O'Donnell '80 believes that a vocation doesn't just apply to careers like nursing and teaching. It can also apply to companies that value and respect their employees. Her vocation has called her throughout her life to work to build positive and healthy work environments, she said, “because when you love where you work, it comes through in the products you make.”

Mary is the owner and CEO of Terrapin Ridge Farms, a small specialty food brand that produces savory jams, mustards, dips, dressings, and sauces. She and her business partner purchased the company in 2010 and have been making the world a more delicious place ever since.

While Mary was a student at Magnificat, she participated in Student Council and volunteered for leadership roles in clubs and committees. Her all-girls’ high school education gave her the confidence and courage to succeed, crediting her teacher

Sr. Jane Marie Kudlacz, H.M., with pushing her to reach her full potential.

“When you feel like you are in a safe environment, you are willing to step outside your comfort zone to try something new,” she said.

Mary Lavelle O’Donnell ’80

Her Secret Sauce For Success

After graduating from Magnificat, Mary attended The Ohio State University and received a bachelor’s degree in business management. She continued her education at Cleveland State University, where she earned a Master of Business Administration degree. Her career led to positions at major corporations like American Greetings and Little Tikes.

“I learned a lot about people—managing them and working with different departments with different needs,” she said. “It was great training for my current role as a CEO.”

At Terrapin Ridge Farms, Mary wears many hats. She works on new product development and employee relations. The culture at the company recognizes growth through experimentation which, in the end, produces success. She strives to make sure her employees know that they are valued and respected and that they can make mistakes and grow.

Mary lives in Florida with her husband of 32 years, Sean, and their two children. She loves getting together and traveling with Magnificat classmates.