STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. \u2014 A Staten Island high school celebrated individuals and groups whose leadership, service, and achievements made an impact during a Hall of Fame induction ceremony this month.<\/p>\n
Moore Catholic High School celebrated its 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Nov. 13, held at The Staaten, in West Brighton. Alumni, families, faculty, and friends gathered to honor this year\u2019s distinguished class, which made an enduring impact on the Bulls Head school and beyond. <\/p>\n
\u201cThis event celebrated not only individual accomplishments but also the spirit of Moore Catholic,\u201d said Joey Senise, assistant principal of student life and mission advancement at Moore. \u201cEach honoree embodies our school\u2019s mantra \u2018Not words, but deeds\u2019 \u2014 a legacy that continues to inspire today\u2019s Mavericks.\u201d<\/p>\n
Here are this year\u2019s honorees, with descriptions provided by Moore Catholic:<\/p>\n
Thaddeus \u2018Ted\u2019 Borkowski \u201974<\/p>\n
Borkowski, a standout captain of Moore\u2019s first varsity basketball team, went on to a distinguished 40-year career in military and law enforcement leadership. A retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 in the U.S. Marine Corps, he served in key training and corrections roles, later joining the San Diego Police Department and eventually becoming director of training for Marine Corps Law Enforcement. A lifelong athlete and two-time Boston Marathon finisher, Borkowski continues to exemplify service and discipline.<\/p>\n
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Ted Borkowski, center, was inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)Kimberly Cantoni DiRoma \u201905<\/p>\n
A beloved member of Moore\u2019s Performing Arts Institute and captain of varsity cheerleading, Cantoni DiRoma built a dynamic career as a host, performer, and professional dancer. She became a prominent national host for Monster Jam, a five-season NFL Jets Flight Crew Cheerleader, and the 2018 Jets Pro Bowl representative. Her work in choreography, pageant production, and community service continues to reflect her creativity and dedication.<\/p>\n
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Kimberly Cantoni DiRoma, center, was inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)Jim Grogan<\/p>\n
Grogan began teaching and coaching at Moore Catholic in 1974, where he founded the Girls Track program, which quickly rose to regional prominence \u2014 including earning Staten Island\u2019s first Penn Relays medals for a girls\u2019 team. His coaching career later extended to Wagner College and Columbia University, followed by decades of professional work in track & field equipment and national meet management. His lifelong commitment to athletics has shaped generations of student-athletes. <\/p>\n
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Jim Grogan, center, was inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)The Countessas \u201966\u2013\u201972<\/p>\n
The Countessas \u2014 the inaugural graduating classes of Countess Moore High School \u2014 laid the foundation for the school\u2019s academic excellence, leadership traditions, and enduring spirit. As pioneers of CMHS, they established the school\u2019s culture from its earliest days and produced exceptional student leaders and scholars. Their legacy continues through the Countessa Fund, which provides tuition assistance for children in need and reflects their long-standing commitment to service. <\/p>\n
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The Countessas from 1966-1972 were inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)Julie Fleschner \u201988<\/p>\n
Fleschner excelled as a multi-sport athlete at Moore Catholic, becoming the school\u2019s first four-time Daily News and Newsday All-Star in softball and a key member of the 1986 Metro Bowl Championship team. She also starred on the varsity basketball team, leading the CHSAA in scoring her senior year and helping capture the 1986 Class A State title. She later returned to Moore as an assistant varsity basketball and varsity tennis coach, continuing to shape young athletes. She and her husband, John, raised three sons \u2014 proud Mavericks themselves \u2014 and her legacy continues to inspire student-athletes with her example of heart, integrity, and pride.<\/p>\n
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Julie Fleschner, center, was inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)William (Bill) Hodge<\/p>\n
Hodge served as Moore Catholic\u2019s track coach from 1973 to 1979, transforming a young program into a competitive force, including competing at the prestigious Penn Relays. Known for his innovation, boundless energy, and unwavering belief in his athletes, he later went on to a celebrated coaching career at Wagner College, earning Coach of the Year honors in four Division I conferences. His training methods and mentorship helped shape athletes who went on to compete in the NFL, NBA, and even pursue Olympic dreams. Remembered as a beloved, spirited leader, Hodge\u2019s influence remains one of the most enduring in Moore\u2019s athletic history.<\/p>\n
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William Hodge was inducted posthumously, as his family accepted the award during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)Camille Horihan<\/p>\n
For more than 40 years, Horihan has been a cornerstone of Moore Catholic, teaching mathematics and physics with extraordinary dedication and compassion. A respected department chair and mentor, she has guided generations of students while also leading service initiatives such as Mavericks Care, Peer Tutoring, and the Bread of Life Drive. A graduate of St. Joseph Hill Academy with degrees from St. Peter\u2019s University and Stevens Institute of Technology, Horihan has shaped thousands of students academically and personally. A proud mother of three Moore graduates and longtime adjunct professor at St. John\u2019s University, she is admired for her generosity, leadership, and deep commitment to the Moore community.<\/p>\n
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Camille Horihan, center, was inducted during the event.(Courtesy of Joey Senise)Send us your stories<\/p>\n