Malden Catholic’s Athletics Hall of Fame was established in 1989 to celebrate the institution’s strong athletic history and outstanding individual athletes, teams, coaches, and volunteers with a formal induction into the MC (Malden Catholic) Hall of Fame. Last year the MC Hall of Fame was renamed after the school’s longest-serving Xaverian Brother, Brother Daniel Cremin, C.F.X., who spent 23 years at the school coaching and teaching physical education instruction and 23 years as a counselor.
We congratulate those 2024 Inductees who were nominated by a peer, teammate or coach and selected by the MC HOF Committee.
MC Br. Daniel Cremin, CFX Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Dennis Bell 2012 A standout athlete, Dennis was a four-year varsity starter and served as captain during his senior year. Bell, the first-ever tennis player to receive this honor, is the winningest tennis player in the school’s history with 47 career wins. He was a 3x Catholic Conference All-Star (2010, 2011, 2012) and a key figure in leading Malden Catholic’s tennis team to the MIAA playoffs each of his four years. Bell qualified for the MIAA State Individual Tournament three times (2010, 2011, 2012), earned the Coach’s Award in 2011, and was named the team’s Most Valuable Player in 2012.
Scott Layton 2012 was a two-sport stand-out athlete for the MC Football and Lacrosse teams. He was a three-year varsity football starter and two-year varsity lacrosse starter. He was awarded Catholic Conference All-Star in his JR & SR year of football, and SR year of Lacrosse.
In his senior year, he was named the Most Valuable Player by his coaches for football and lacrosse. That year, he was elected captain of both teams and was selected as a Top 25 linemen in Massachusetts for the 2011 pre-season by the Boston Globe. He was elected to the Eastern Mass All Star Team his SR year and was selected to play in the Shriners & Agganis All Star Football Games. He recorded 61 tackles, 12 TFL, and 3 sacks from his Noseguard position his SR year. He also reached the endzone 3 times that year as a fullback. Scott was awarded the school spirit award and outstanding team spirit award. He went on to play football for Merrimack College.
Marc McDermott 2002 was a two-sport stand-out in Football and Baseball. He played three years of varsity Football and Baseball and was the team captain in both sports his Senior year. In his sophomore year he batted .410 and won the Offensive player of the year award in baseball. During his junior year he led the Catholic Conference with 1,541 yards passing while also batting .400 in baseball and winning the Silver Slugger award. In his Senior year he was named Offensive player of the year in football while also winning the John A. Saragosa award for excellence in athletics and academics. Marc ended his football career with 3,000 yards passing and 25 Touchdown passes. He went on to play football at 1-AA Wagner College.
Jack McGlynn 1964 was a three-sport athlete and excelled at all; football, hockey and track. It was his success as a goaltender on some of Malden Catholic’s most decorated hockey teams that earned him his call to the Bro. Dan Cremin Athletics Hall of Fame. Jack tended net for the then called “Blue Blades” as they earned the Class A Catholic Conference Championship in 1963 and 1964, both years besting Catholic Memorial in the finals, where his brother Dick was a defenseman. He was the backbone of the 1963 team that were crowned the Northeast Hockey Champions and made it to the Final Four of the state tournament. Jack was noted for his outstanding play during the tourney run, giving up just five goals in four games and with more than 40 saves. As a junior Jack was a second team All-State selection and as a senior, he was the only Blue Blade to be selected as a North Shore League All-Star, giving up 29 goals in 14 games with two shutouts.
Jack received a scholarship to Kimball Union Academy and went on to play Division 1 hockey at Colgate University. For more than 50 years Jack has made extraordinary contributions to the Malden Catholic community including, serving on the Board of Trustees, spearheading the first alumni golf tournament and providing scholarship support through the St. Francis Xavier Society.
Jack is grandfather to two MC grads: Jack Stone ’18 (current MC Theology teacher) and Buckley “Bo” Moody ’24.
Justin Pippy 1991 was a standout athlete at Malden Catholic. He was a three-year varsity letterman in football, serving as captain his SR year. That same year, he was named team MVP, a two-time Catholic Conference All-Star, and a three-time Daily News Mercury All-Scholastic. His stellar quarterback performance, highlighted by 3,288 passing yards and 25 touchdowns over 23 games, set career passing records at the time. His exceptional play earned him a Boston Globe Division 1 All-Star selection and a football scholarship to Boston College.
Pippy was also a two-year varsity letterman in baseball, where he captained the team his senior year and was named team MVP and a two-time Catholic Conference All-Star. At the senior awards night, he was honored with the prestigious Saragosa Award for excellence in athletics and scholarship.
After graduating, Pippy went on to a successful career in the IT industry. For the past 20 years, he has worked at All Lines Technology in various sales and management roles and currently serves as the company’s Chief Revenue Officer. He has lived in Pittsburgh for 25 years with his wife Ann and daughters Alexa, and Jessa.
Jason Richardson 2004 was a two-sport standout in Football and Wrestling. He was a 3-year starter and letterman for varsity Football and Wrestling. In his junior and senior years, he was named a catholic conference all-star for both sports. In his senior year for Football he was selected as a team captain, awarded Team MVP award, named an Eastern Mass All-Star and selected to play in the Agganis All-Star game. During his senior year for wrestling, he was ranked in the state top 10 for the Heavyweight weight class, won the Weymouth Tournament, undefeated against the catholic conference and heavyweight catholic conference champ, placed 2nd at Sectionals and 3rd at the State tournament. At the end of the year award ceremony, he was the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Athletics & Scholarship.
Brian Tobin 2002 played a pivotal role in shaping the success of the school’s lacrosse program. A four-year varsity starter, Tobin was a cornerstone of the team’s dominance, driving Malden Catholic to three consecutive undefeated Catholic Conference championships. His outstanding leadership earned him the role of team captain in both his junior and senior years, while his on-field performance made him a 3-time Catholic Conference All-Star.
Tobin’s offensive prowess was undeniable, as he was named Offensive Midfielder of the Year three times and finished his high school career with an impressive 175 goals and 150 assists. He was also selected to the Eastern Massachusetts All-Star team three times, cementing his legacy as one of the top players in the region.
Tobin’s excellence on the field extended to the collegiate level, where he went on to play Division 1 lacrosse at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).
Michael Turilli 1983 for his exceptional baseball career and professional accomplishments. A 3-year varsity starter, Turilli captained the team his senior year and led the Lancers in batting average for three consecutive seasons. He earned two Catholic Conference League All-Star honors and was named MVP of the league as a senior. That same year, he helped Malden Catholic capture a share of the Catholic Conference League championship, highlighted by his two home runs in a playoff victory over Somerville.
Continuing his athletic career at Suffolk University, Turilli started all four years, earned MVP honors as a senior, and was voted to the Division III All-New England team as both a junior and senior. His team was later inducted into the Suffolk University Baseball Hall of Fame.
Turilli also excelled in the semi-professional Inter-City League, where he played for seven seasons, winning four league championships and earning All-Star recognition each year. His achievements culminated in his induction into the Inter-City League Hall of Fame.
In addition to his athletic success, Turilli holds both an undergraduate degree and an MBA from Suffolk University. He currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for SolutionHealth System in New Hampshire.
Devin Visconti 2011 made a name for himself as one of the school’s top wrestlers at Malden Catholic as a 3-time Catholic Conference All-Star and voted a team captain twice. As a junior in 2010, he was a finalist in the All-State Tournament, Division II Central Champion, Division II State Finalist, and New England Finalist at 135 pounds, finishing his season with an impressive 39-2 record. His standout performance earned him a spot on the Boston Herald All-Scholastic Team that year.
In his senior year, Devin continued his dominance, becoming the Division II State Champion, All-State Tournament Champion, and New England Champion at 145 pounds, capping off a perfect 50-0 season. He was named to the Boston Globe All-Scholastic Team that year. He was also named Co-MVP of that season with his brother Kyle. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 163-27. Devin went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the collegiate level.
Kyle Visconti 2011 alongside is brother Devin, belong in the group of the top wrestlers ever to attend Malden Catholic. He was a 4-time Catholic Conference All-Star. As a junior in 2010, he had a regular season record of 38-0. Kyle received the title of NHSCA National All-American. He was the Division II Central Champion, All-New England Champion, Division II State Champion and received the Division II Outstanding Wrestler Award. He finished in fourth place at the All-State Championships.
In his senior year, Kyle continued where he left off becoming the Division II State Champion and was named Co-MVP of that season alongside his brother Devin. He completed his high school career with an outstanding overall record of 171-30. Kyle went on to wrestle at Ohio State University, continuing his athletic journey at the collegiate level.
Jack Wilkins 1971 was a key member of what is widely considered one of the greatest hockey lines in Malden Catholic history—the legendary “POW Line” of Powers, O’Neil, and Wilkins. Together, this trio shattered state scoring records and became an unstoppable force on the ice.
During their senior year, Wilkins’ skill and leadership helped guide the team to an exceptional 22-1-1 record, as they captured the Catholic Conference Tournament Championship, the North Shore League Championship, and the Essex County Championship. His pivotal role in the team’s success secured his place in the annals of Malden Catholic hockey history.
2004 Boys Lacrosse Team The 2004 Boys Lacrosse Team will be inducted into the Malden Catholic Hall of Fame in recognition of their historic season. The team finished the year with a remarkable 21-2 record, securing the Catholic Conference Championship after an undefeated league run and advancing to the Division 1 State Finals.
What was already shaping up to be an exceptional season, the team was struck by the tragic loss of a beloved teammate. What could have shattered their spirits instead became the catalyst for an extraordinary display of resilience, brotherhood, and determination. The players rallied together, choosing to honor their fallen teammate by dedicating the rest of their season to him. This deep sense of purpose transformed their grief into strength, driving them to reach even greater heights. Every game, every play, became an opportunity to pay tribute to his memory, which united the team in a shared goal that transcended the sport.
Led by two standout seniors, Chris Griffin and Sean Endicott, both of whom received 2004 USA High School All-American honors, the team not only found success on the field but carried the spirit of their teammate with them in every moment. In addition to these accolades, three players—Tom Orr ’04, Chris Griffin ’04, and Sean Endicott ’04—were named Boston Herald All-Scholastics. Chris Griffin also earned the prestigious title of Division 1 Player of the Year, as named by the Boston Herald.
The team’s extraordinary success was guided by head coach Rik Mazzei, who was named Eastern Massachusetts Lacrosse Coach of the Year at the conclusion of the season. This induction honors not only the individual achievements of the players and coaching staff but also the team’s remarkable collective performance, defined by their ability to overcome profound loss and turn it into a powerful source of inspiration. Their journey, forged through both triumph and adversity, continues to hold a special place in Malden Catholic history.
About the MC Hall of Fame
The 2024 Brother Daniel Cremin, C.F.X., Malden Catholic Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at Danversport Yacht Club located at 161 Elliott St, Danvers MA. Tickets will be available to the public on Monday, October 21. The link to purchase tickets for the ceremony, dinner and cash bar will be available on the Alumni Events page of our website: https://maldencatholic.info/4eOnIJt
