"CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW VIRGINIA STATE FIRST DEGREE TEAM CHAMPIONS"
Our 1st Degree Team won the State Competition on 23 February in Richmond. We represented Area#3 (Districts 11, 12, 13, and 14) at the competition and competed against four other area champions. Competition was keen. All Teams performed well; but we nailed it! Our professional demeanor, precision, attention to detail, outstanding execution, and near flawless memorization set us apart and a cut above our competition. Great Work!
Our Team and roles represented at the State competition included (* Indicates individual role awards)
Grand Knight - Ed Koucheravy *
Deputy GK- Carl Kaczmarek PGK, FDDChancellor - Dick Lee PGK, FN *
Financial Secretary - Joe Marotta *
Warden - Erc Barone PGK, FDD, Deputy Team Captain *
Asst Warden - Jim Cella PGK
Asst Warden - Dave Lopez
Inside Guard - Al Obuchowski PGK
Banner Bearer - Dan Cronin
Asst BB - Jerry Hovan PGK
Asst BB - Frank Romano
Candidate - Elmer May, Team Captain
Candidate - Joe Boyle
Candidate - Fidel Rodriquez
Music Coordinator - Johnny Restivo Council GK
Alternate Team members and roles of those whom participated in Area and District competitions or assisted in preparation and training for the state competition included: Chancellor - Tony DiGregorio PGK, FDD; Financial Secretary - Bud Johnson; Warden - Mike Stephens PGK, FDD; Asst Banner Bearer - Carlos Otall; and Music Coordinator - Kurt Meinsen PGK.
Johnny D. Restivo
GK Council 8600