Montini Catholic Honors Three Legendary Coaches
Barb Dawson • August 29, 2023

Coach Kavanaugh, Coach Cox and Coach McCann Honored

The Montini Football Program was pleased to honor three legendary football coaches, who, combined, have given nearly 90 years of service to Montini Catholic High School, and specifically the Bronco Football Program. 


The Lasallian preparatory high school's first Head Football Coach, and founding father of the program, Mr Jim Kavanaugh† (represented by four his five children - all graduates of Montini Catholic)* and two long time dedicated assistant coaches Jim Cox and Dan McCann were honored at the first game of the season on Friday August 25th. Alumni, family and friends were invited to gather at a special reception at the Vince Gavin Stadium Club, at John L. Duffy Memorial Stadium prior to and during the varsity game. 


Montini's Athletics Department arranged a special halftime ceremony on the field to recognize the coaches and their families.


"We had a great turnout and were so glad to welcome Coach Cox, Coach McCann and the family of Coach Kav," said Head Football Coach Mike Bukovsky '83. "These three men have truly impacted countless young men and families, during their service to Montini Catholic High School! It was such an honor for us all - and a great night to be a Bronco!"


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At the Vince Gavin Stadium Club on Friday, August 25th - l to r: Coach Jim Cox, Coach Dan McCann, Dr. Ken Kavanaugh '79, Maureen Kavanaugh '88, Coleen Kavanaugh '89 and Chris Kavanaugh '80


3637 - honorees on the field at halftime with their families


*Coach Jim Kavanaugh was Montini Catholic's first Football and Wrestling coach. He passed away on July 1, 2023.

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