Friar Alumni
The Friar Magistro!
Keeping up with the Friar brotherhood is easy with the Magistro. In this monthly publication you will find news and notice iof all things Friar: events, contests, photos, reminicing and a few laughs. This publication is Friar-generated, and it is dependent on your participation.
Friar Magistro Library
Find all issues of the two-page Magistro here.
Friar Update Form
Friar Alumni are encouraged to keep their contact information updated! We would love to hear from you with any life updates, news or photos; and we will keep you in the loop on all Friar news and notifications. Download the Friar Update Form here.
Friar Memorial Update
We are deeply saddened by the loss of members of our alumni family. As we entrust their souls to God’s eternal care, we invite you to share news of their passing through this form. Your submission allows us to honor their memory in our prayers, update our records, and ensure they are remembered within our faith community.
UPCOMING EVENTS & NEWS
Monday, June 22, 2026 – More than 100 Friars, family members and friends gathered today for the 26th Annual Alumni Golf Outing at Gowanie Golf Club in Harrison Township.
Participants enjoyed a perfect day on the course while reconnecting with fellow alumni and supporters of the Austin community. President Allison Hoover was on hand to assist with registration and welcome Friars throughout the day. The successful event was made possible through the leadership and dedication of Friars Bill Harrington, Class of 1963, Thomas DeCorte and Kerry Schaeffner, whose efforts helped organize another memorable outing.
Mark your calendars now for the 27th Annual Alumni Golf Outing on Monday, June 21, 2027, at Gowanie Golf Club.
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A Championship Legacy Lives On
Austin Catholic High School holds a legacy so rich in athletic history that it remains relevant today. Among its most celebrated alumni is Dave DeBusschere, Class of 1958, who helped lead the New York Knicks to NBA championships in 1970 and 1973.
More than five decades later, the Knicks once again reached the pinnacle of professional basketball, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13. The victory secured New York’s first NBA championship in 53 years. The Knicks’ last championship came in 1973, when DeBusschere was a key member of the title-winning team, making the franchise’s long-awaited return to glory especially meaningful for the Austin Catholic community.
Austin Catholic High School proudly celebrates its connection to DeBusschere, whose excellence as an athlete, leader and ambassador for the game continues to inspire generations of Crusaders. His remarkable legacy remains a lasting source of pride for the Austin Catholic family.
Austin Alumni Association Annual Golf Outing Scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026
lSave the date! The Alumni Annual Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026 at the Gowanie Golf Club in Harrison Township, Michigan.
Friar Tom DeCorte, along with Friar Bill Harrington, Class of 1963, will be mailing Michigan residents the outing’s full details and registration form mid-March, as well as an email to those who have that on record.
$165 per golfer includes: 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch-on-the-turn, beverages on the course, cocktail party (two drink tickets), cash bar, sit-down steak dinner and gift.
$75 per dinner only guest includes: cocktail party (two drink tickets) cash bar, sit-down steak dinner and gift.
And, no worries, DeCorte feels confident that due to everyone’s “senior status,” no one will be seated on the gym floor! Questions can be directed to Friar DeCorte at 757/634-4818 or emai: tcdecorte@comcast.net.
Download the letter and registration here.
Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion Scheduled for Friday, August 7, 2026
For our planning purposes, I encourage you to make your reservation(s) as soon as possible. You can register with a credit card via this link; or by sending a check (with guest name if applicable) payable to Jeff Reger, mailed to my home address: 237 Williamsburg Dr., Shrewsbury, NJ 07702-4564.
Class of 1976 50th Reunion
Bayview Yacht Club
Friday, August 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
100 Clairpointe Street, Detroit, Michigan 48215 – $100 per person
Sponsorships for the event or to support scholarships at Austin Catholic High School are available upon request. Please reach out to me directly if you are interested or have questions.
In Appreciation,
Friar Jeff Reger
732-239-2163
jpreger237@gmail.com
Class of 1966 - 60th Reunion Scheduled for Friday, August 29, 2026
The Class of 1966 is holding their 60th Reunion at the Bayview Yacht Club in Detroit on Saturday, August 29, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Please RSVP to any of the following classmates:
Thunderbolt 6th Annual Charity Golf Classic
Join us in the 6th Annual Thunderbolt Charity Golf Classic scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Selfridge ANGB, presented by Weingartz and Motor City Stamping.
The outing requries security clearance, registration and payment of $135 per player. Contact Tim Inmen at 586-443-0940 or Joe Surmont at 586-899-7171.
Online registration: https://www.thunderboltgolfclassic.com/
Introducing the Anthony and Joyce Kasper Scholarship
Tim and Tom Kasper visited campus to meet with President Allison Hoover and establish a new scholarship for incoming freshmen in honor of their parents’ legacy.
The Austin Catholic community extends sincere gratitude to the Kasper family for this meaningful investment in future Crusaders. Their generosity will help support the school’s Augustinian mission by expanding access to an education rooted in faith, scholarship, community and service.
Their father, Anthony Kasper, a proud member of the Class of 1956, leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to shape future generations of Austin Catholic students.
Here, President Hoover holds the Mass card of Friar Kasper. His obituary is linked here.
Back to the Halls Alumni Tours
A lot has changed since you last walked these halls, and President Allison Hoover would love to show you around campus. Friar and Crusader alumni are invited to return and experience the school’s incredible growth firsthand.
Your Austin Catholic experience carries lasting pride, credibility and achievement worth sharing, as we continue to build your legacy!
Here Friar Bruce Fleury, Class of 1970, and his wife toured Austin Catholic on May 7 during a Back to the Halls Tour led by President Hoover. During the visit, the couple listened as Mrs. Hayden explained the 3D-printed prosthetic arm created this winter by the senior STEAM Team for a third-grade student at Rosy Mound Elementary in Grand Haven.
An Evening of Faith, Community and Augustinian Fellowship
