Chapelle Junior Allisson Suazo Called Up to the Honduras National Team! ⚽️ The Chapelle community is incredibly proud to celebrate junior Allisson Suazo, whose hard work, dedication, and talent on the soccer field have earned her an international honor: a call‑up to the Honduras Women’s National Team. Allisson represented Honduras in the March World Cup Qualifiers and again this past November in the UNCAF Tournament held in Managua, Nicaragua. Competing at this level is a remarkable achievement, showcasing her commitment to excellence and her passion for the sport. We are so proud of Allisson for representing both her heritage and her school on the international stage. Her accomplishments highlight what it means to live out Chapelle’s values on and off the field. Congratulations, Allisson! Your Chapelle family is cheering you on every step of the way.

2025 Fall Archbishop Chapelle Athletic Awards Ceremony 🏅💚 Archbishop Chapelle High School proudly celebrated the accomplishments of our fall athletes at the 2025 Fall Athletic Awards Ceremony. These young women exemplify dedication, teamwork, leadership, and academic excellence both on and off the field. Congratulations to all of our award recipients! Cross Country Most Improved: Morgan Abate Academic Award (Varsity): Kayla Palacio Swimming Most Improved: Zoe Zabala Addison Schmidt Academic Award (Varsity): Brianna Borne Volleyball Most Improved: Chloe Arnold Academic Award (Varsity): Chloe Arnold LHSAA Academic Honors LHSAA All‑Academic Scholar Athlete Program Presented to seniors who have competed for two or more consecutive seasons and maintained a 3.5+ cumulative GPA while participating in varsity athletics. Swimming: Lilly McNeil Cross Country: Macey Lane Volleyball: Blythe Bonnaffons LHSAA All‑Academic Composite Team This elite distinction is awarded to seniors statewide who have maintained an unweighted 4.0 GPA with no B’s throughout their academic career while competing in varsity athletics. Cross Country: Kayla Palacio Volleyball:  Chloe Arnold Lillian Weaver Ava Landry 💚🏆 The Linda Munn Award This special honor is awarded to athletes who exemplify sportsmanship, teamwork, integrity, and school pride. These young women are known for their kindness, leadership, and commitment to representing Chapelle with excellence. Named in honor of Ms. Linda Munn, beloved teacher and coach at Chapelle for more than three decades, the award celebrates the very qualities she modeled throughout her career. We were honored to have Ms. Munn join us on stage to present this year’s awards. Recipients: Swimming: Valentina Martinez‑Flores Cross Country: Abby Naquin Volleyball: Avah Gilchrist Congratulations to all of our athletes for their outstanding achievements this season! We are so proud of the way you continue to embody Faith, Tradition, and Excellence—on the field, in the classroom, and in our community.

Freshman Ava Braendel Breaks Chapelle Swimming Record! 💚🏊‍♀️ The Chapelle community is celebrating an incredible achievement in the pool! 9th grader Ava Braendel has officially set a new school record in the 50 Free with an outstanding time of 24.85 seconds. Ava’s performance breaks the previous record of 24.89, held by Pandora Domalis since 2003 — a record that stood strong for over two decades! Her hard work, dedication, and determination continue to shine, and we could not be more proud of her accomplishment.  Congratulations, Ava, on making Chapelle history! We can’t wait to see what you achieve next.

Laughter and team spirit filled the courts this week as some members of the Chapelle Tennis Team decided to surprise Coach Beth and Coach Kim with a hilarious and heartwarming “Moo Moo Monday” for practice! 🐮  Dressed in colorful and comfy moo moo outfits, the players brought smiles to everyone’s faces — proving that at Chapelle, teamwork goes beyond the game. Whether it’s on the court or off, this team knows how to have fun while staying united in true Chipmunk spirit! 💚🎾 Here’s to more laughter, love, and volleys all season long!

Chapelle Soccer Kicks Off the Season with a Big Win! 💚⚽ What an incredible way to start the season! The Chapelle Soccer Team came out strong in their first game with an 8–0 victory over Ursuline Academy at Lafreniere Park! From sharp passes and solid defense to unstoppable goals, the team showed confidence, teamwork, and true Chapelle spirit on the field. This dominant win sets the tone for an exciting season ahead, and we couldn’t be prouder of our soccer Chipmunks for their dedication and energy. Let’s keep the momentum going, ladies — this is just the beginning!

Signing Day Celebration! Congratulations to Kelsie Schmidt ’26 on officially signing to play softball at Coastal Alabama Community College! Kelsie's hard work, dedication, and passion for the game have truly paid off — and we couldn’t be prouder to see you take your talent to the next level. Once a Chipmunk, always a Chipmunk! Congratulations, Kelsie!

CHIPMUNKS SWEEP INTO THE NEXT ROUND! On Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Cajundome in Lafayette, the Chapelle Chipmunks defeated the Mount Carmel Cubs in a 3‑game sweep in their LHSAA Division I Volleyball Quarterfinal matchup! Chapelle moves on to the final four, and faces off against Slidell in the semifinal round on Friday, November 14 — let’s go Chipmunks!

Coach Jodee Pulizzano Honored as Smalls Town Hero at Elmwood Grand Opening 🏐🍔✨ This week, our very own Coach Jodee Pulizzano, head volleyball coach at Archbishop Chapelle High School, was celebrated as the Smalls Town Hero during the grand opening of Smalls Sliders’ Elmwood location on Monday, October 27. The event honored Coach Jodee’s incredible legacy in Louisiana high school volleyball and her dedication to empowering young athletes across the state. A Hall-of-Fame Career Coach Jodee has been a pillar of excellence in high school volleyball for over 32 seasons, leading her teams to: - Six state championships - Three runner-up finishes Her outstanding career earned her a spot in the Louisiana Volleyball Coaches Association (LVCA) Hall of Fame in 2024 and the Italian American Hall of Fame in 2003. As the current President of the LVCA, Coach Jodee continues to shape the future of volleyball in Louisiana while inspiring and mentoring athletes at Archbishop Chapelle. A Community Celebration The grand opening of Smalls Sliders’ Elmwood location featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a check presentation, and recognition of Coach Jodee as a local hero. Representatives from Smalls Sliders highlighted her immense impact on the Elmwood community, calling her a true inspiration. "Honoring Coach Jodee as our Smalls Town Hero also makes this opening even more special. She truly represents the heart of Elmwood," said Melissa Kernaghan, Director of Operations at Boilermaker Ventures, which operates the Elmwood location alongside co-owner Drew Brees. Smalls Sliders Comes to Elmwood Located at 845 S Clearview Parkway, across from the Elmwood Shopping Center, Smalls Sliders brings its signature cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes, and famous Smauce® to the community. Known for their Smorange™ Can design and fresh, cooked-to-order sliders, the brand has quickly become a fan favorite. Congratulations, Coach Jodee! We are so proud of Coach Jodee Pulizzano for this well-deserved recognition. Her passion, leadership, and dedication to her athletes and community embody the spirit of Chapelle. Congratulations, Coach Jodee, and thank you for continuing to inspire us all! 💚🐿️