THE 30TH ANNUAL LION-LANCER OPEN
INWOOD COUNTRY CLUB AUGUST 31ST • 2026 SHOTGUN START • 12 PM
EVENT PROGRAM 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
REGISTRATION AND BREAKFAST
12:00 PM
SHOTGUN START Welcoming Address and Rules National Anthem - Josephine McKenna ‘90
DURING PLAY
LUNCH ON COURSE Grab & Go
5:00 PM
COCKTAIL RECEPTION
6:00 PM
HONORING GEORGE CAPPIELLO ‘62 DINNER AND AWARDS CEREMONY
CLOSEST TO PIN LONGEST DRIVE LONGEST DRIVE SENIOR 1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE TEAM TROPHY 50/50 RAFFLE DRAWING BRO. AURELIUS JAMES RAFFLE DRAWING
THANK YOU TO OUR
2026 SPONSORS
GOLF CART SPONSOR ARTHUR C. MARTINEZ 1956 SA
BREAKFAST SPONSOR MICHAEL W. MURRAY 1963
LUNCH SPONSORS KENNY LEWIS 1987 MICHAEL W. MURRAY 1963
BEVERAGE CART SPONSORS MICHAEL W. MURRAY 1963 MARGARET CARR-DEMATTEIS 1957 BMD AND FAMILY
FACULTY MEMBER SPONSOR JOHN J. O’DONNELL 1965
TEE SPONSORS AMELIA BOWES ACHESON DOYLE PARTNERS ARCHITECTS JOHN KLEMM ‘65 ANTHONY SCOTTO ‘65 SA
GREEN SPONSORS AMELIA BOWES BROOKLYN SPORTING GOODS ABOUT THE LION-LANCER OPEN We have held the Lion-Lancer Open for 30 years to support the young men and women who attend Loughlin. All net proceeds support the Loughlin Alumni Scholarship, the Ray Brustman Scholarship, and the Bishop McDonnell Scholarship Funds. Tuition today is $12,990, and presents a significant financial sacrifice for many families seeking a Loughlin education. Our goal is to raise $75,000 that will enable more than 10 academically motivated students to become members of the Loughlin family.
George Cappiello ‘62 We dearly miss our friend and devoted Lion, George J. Cappiello Jr., Class of 1962, one of the most devoted and consequential members in our 175-year history. George passed away on February 11, 2026, at age 82, leaving a legacy of leadership, loyalty, and love that has shaped our school and alumni family in ways that are nearly impossible to put into words. George arrived at Bishop Loughlin from St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Bayside, and it did not take long for him to distinguish himself. A talented, driven athlete, he was a member of the track team for all four years and earned the captaincy in both his junior and senior seasons—a rare honor that spoke to his dedication, character, and the deep respect he inspired in those around him. He was part of a vaunted Loughlin track program, coached by Bill Miles and Hall of Famer Ed Bowes, competing alongside teammates like Tyronne Pannell, Ricardo Christopher, and Mike Zarzicki at legendary venues including Madison Square Garden, the 168th Street Armory, and Van Cortlandt Park. His leadership reached well beyond the finish line. George's classmates in the Class of 1962 elected him Student Body President, running on the Purple party ticket—an early glimpse of the unifying spirit that would define the rest of his life. After graduating from Loughlin, George earned his Bachelor's degree from Manhattan College and his law degree from Villanova University School of Law. He went on to build a distinguished career in Admiralty Law, a demanding and specialized field that matched his sharp intellect and relentless determination. Yet no matter how far his professional accomplishments took him, George's heart always led him back to Loughlin and to the broader Lasallian family. His contributions to the alumni community were not just significant — they were foundational. In 1989, George co-founded the Bishop Loughlin Athletic Hall of Fame with Bill McManus '46 and served as its Chair, establishing a proud tradition. He was later inducted into the Hall of Fame himself, a richly deserved recognition memorialized on his plaque displayed on the school's first floor. In 1990, he led the campaign to restore the school's track program, fighting to preserve an athletic tradition that had meant so much to him as a young man and to generations of Lions. The track was dedicated to George in 2017.
George's vision and commitment only deepened with time. He served on the inaugural Bishop Loughlin Board of Governors and became its first Chair, playing a central role in building a vital structure for alumni engagement and institutional support. He also co-founded and served as the first Chair of the Loughlin Foundation, helping to secure the school's future and advance its Lasallian mission. These were never titles on a letterhead — George poured his heart, his energy, and countless hours into every endeavor, driven by an unwavering belief in the values he first embraced as a young man on Clermont Avenue. George's dedication to the Lasallian mission extended far beyond Loughlin's walls. He was an active member and past President of the Familiares, an organization founded to support the mission of the Long Island/New England District of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. He was also honored as an Affiliated member of the Christian Brothers in 2009 — a distinction that reflected the depth of his faith, his service, and his lifelong bond with the Brothers who had helped shape him at Loughlin and Manhattan College. As an alumnus, a uniter, and a steadfast champion of our community, George lived the spirit and values of our Lasallian mission every day. His devotion to Loughlin, to the Class of 1962, and to generations of students leaves a legacy that will endure long after us all. Above all else, George was a family man. He and his beloved wife, Susan, built a beautiful life together, raising three children — Koren, Matthew, and Daniel — and delighting in their three grandchildren. His family was the center of his world, and the love and values he shared with them are among his most lasting gifts. George Cappiello was a Lion among Lions. He didn't simply remember his alma mater — he strengthened it, championed it, and inspired countless others to do the same. He will be deeply, deeply missed.
Special Thanks As always, we are grateful to everyone who is here with us at the Outing! Thirty years is quite an achievement, and more than a few of you here today have attended many of our outings. Perhaps some of you can even say you've been part of all 30. Our admiration and gratitude go out to John Klemm ’65, who first got the Outing off the ground. We also appreciate the committee members who helped with this year’s event, with a special nod to Kenny Lewis ’87 for leading the way in 2026. Thanks as well to Brian Connolly ’73 and Lenny Singletary ’87 for their unwavering support this year and in so many others. It is a privilege to remember our dear friend, George Cappiello '62, this evening. We are thrilled that so many members of the Cappiello family could be with us today. Special thanks to George’s son, Matthew, who has been an exceptional contact as we coordinated this year’s event. Our gratitude and love go out to Susan, George's wife and our dear friend. Thank you for allowing us to have so much of George’s time, energy, and attention over so many years. And to our students present today: you are the reason we gather and the reason this tradition matters. Thank you, Adam Delinois ’27, Amoya Ellis ’27, Bryce Hall ’27, and Mercedez McCray ’27. Special thanks to Amoya for sharing your story with us this evening. Mary Collins Macchiarola ’56 BMD - long-time member of our Board of Governors - has volunteered at the Outing for many years and always helps make the day such a success. We are deeply thankful for her generosity and dedication. We also remember the many friends who are no longer with us, as well as those who are not well enough to be here today as golfers or volunteers. These Lancers, Lions, and friends remain very much in our thoughts and prayers. St. John Baptist de La Salle. Pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts. Forever.