CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2022 Athletic Hall of Fame

“Country Day has such an incredible community. Someone was always cheering for me, picking me up when I was down, or congratulating me, whether it was at a game or in the classroom,” said Armstead. “I want to thank everyone – my coaches, friends, teammates, and opponents – for making me the woman I am today and for giving me the opportunities, faith, and push that I never knew I needed.”

Gratitude was a common theme throughout the afternoon, and Marc Comisar ’71, who was an essential member of the back-to-back undefeated football teams of 1969-70 and 1970-71, touched on how that extended beyond the field, courts, and tracks.

“What I have been able to accomplish in my life is directly related to my education during the six years I spent at Cincinnati Country Day School. I am grateful to my parents for giving me the opportunity to go to Country Day. I came to Country Day in 7th grade to play sports. I saw the students playing out in the fields one day when we drove by, which made me want to go here but I didn’t realize at the time what kind of education I would get; it should be the model for all schools. I can’t tell you what it means to me to receive the great teaching I did here [at Country Day] – it changed my life.”

All the inductees spoke about their life-changing experiences at Country Day, including Kyle Kistinger ’12, who still holds the school record in three events: 800m (1:58), 1600m (4:18), and 3200m (9:43).

“I’m fairly certain there is not another school in the state or country that has this level of faculty interest in their students, and it speaks volumes. It is a tremendous testament to their dedication to creating an environment for kids to learn and feel comfortable. The fact that some of my closest friends to this day are in this room with us shows how much this school fosters relationships that will hopefully last a lifetime. It’s been a pleasure to be involved in the Country Day community; my family and I will certainly continue to be involved moving forward.”

The purpose of the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame is to honor former Country Day athletes, coaches, and members of our community who have contributed to the strong tradition of Country Day athletics. For more information or to submit a nomination, please visit https://www.countryday.net/alumni/awards.

Fast facts about Marc Comisar ’71

Marc’s studies at Colorado College focused on ancient religion, philosophy, and archaeology, fueling his lifelong pursuit of knowledge in these areas. He produced two impactful films, “Thrive: What on Earth Does it Take” and “Thrive 2: This is What it Takes,” with a strong emphasis on uncovering discrepancies and finding solutions for a harmonious world. With diverse experiences in the fine dining industry, he has contributed to renowned establishments like the Maisonette, La Normandie, Chester’s Roadhouse, and The Golden Lamb Inn. Marc’s commitment to nonviolent martial arts of Aikido, Tai Chi Chuan, and Chi Gong led him to establish Aikido of Cincinnati, a nonprofit educational foundation and training center.