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The Ωmega

The Ωmega

2024-2025 Staff

Nolan Gabel
Co-editor

Nolan Gabel

Hi, I'm Nolan Gabel and I am in the class of 2026. My favorite school subjects are English and History. I like to watch football, hockey, and basketball. I play hockey for the Montclair Blues and the OP hockey team. Outside of ...

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Co-editor

Jack Salaki

Hi, my name is Jack and I’m a member of the class of 2025. I participate in cross country and spring track here at OP. I will usually write about sports, pop culture, and my favorite TV shows. 

Tim Callahan
Co-editor

Tim Callahan

Hey, I'm Tim Callahan -- but I'm often referred to as Timmy C. I'm a member of the Class of 2025 and, aside from the Omega, I am a member of the Varsity Cross Country, Swim and Track teams here at OP. I enjoy writing about sports,...

George Fagan
Co-editor

George Fagan

Hello, I am George Fagan, and am part of the 2025 class. At Oratory, I am part of clubs such as St Phillip Neri, History and Politics, Fed Challenge, and Operation Smile. Here I am part of the Baseball Team, Soccer Team, and Basketball...

Mr. Billy McCrystal
OP Omega Moderator

Mr. Billy McCrystal

Mr. McCrystal is quickly on his way to becoming an OP legend.  Ever since first walking these halls as a student himself, he has known that Oratory would be a place he could never escape.  Being one of our most enthusiastic...

Mrs. Michelle Gribbin
OP Omega Moderator

Mrs. Michelle Gribbin

Moderator Mrs. Michelle Gribbin is one of OP’s finest English teachers and a woman devoid of sarcasm. She is also the proud mother of two lovely children and the supervisor of her husband, Joe. Annually, she pulls in “mother...

John Kennedy
Staff Writer

John Kennedy

  Hello, I’m John Kennedy, part of the class of 2027. I’m in a lot of clubs and teams, including Mock Trial, Track and Field, the St. Philip Neri Club, and the Student Council. In my free time, I like to play video...

Harry Short
Staff Writer

Harry Short

Hello, my name is Harry Short, I’m part of the class of 2027. I play for the Soccer, Basketball, and Tennis teams at OP. I also participate in the Student Council and the Saint Philip Neri Club, along with the Omega. I like to...

Michael Mascera
Staff Writer

Michael Mascera

Hello, I am Michael Mascera, Class of 2026. I play baseball here at OP, and I am also involved in the Sports Live Club, Carlton Fellows, and the Omega. I like to write mostly about sports, both OP and professional, but I also...

Dylan Guilcapi
Staff Writer

Dylan Guilcapi

Hi, I'm Dylan Guilcapi. I am part of the class of 2027. I'm a part of St. Philip Neri and Carlton Fellowship. During the winter, I swim for OP. My favorite class this year is Honors Chem with Mr. Gordon. I will be focusing on s...

Brennan McEvoy
Staff Writer

Brennan McEvoy

Hello, my name is Brennan McEvoy and I'm part of the Class of 2027. I play JV Soccer here at Oratory and run track. Clubs I participate in consist of the Saint Philip Neri Club and the Omega. I hope to see you reading my articles,...

Kevin Geiger
Staff Writer

Kevin Geiger

Hello! My name is Kevin Geiger and I am a sophomore here at OP. My favorite school subjects are English and History. I like to watch football, hockey, and soccer in my free time. I play hockey for the Jersey Colts  and Oratory;...

Oliver Drayton
Staff Writer

Oliver Drayton

Hello, my name is Oliver Drayton and I am in the Class of 2026. I play baseball at OP, along with being a member of the Saint Philip Neri Club, Operation Smile, Art Club, and more. I like to write about sports and exciting thing...

Brody Sheehan
Staff Writer

Brody Sheehan

Hi, my name is Brody Sheehan, and I am in the class of 2026. I play soccer, basketball, and run track. I am a part of the chess club, technology club, and the Carlton Fellowship. I'm excited to be here, and hope to write on m...

Luke Gardner
Staff Writer

Luke Gardner

Hi, my name is Luke Gardner and I am a student of the class of 2026. I swim in the winter for the swim team and I am a member of the Carlton Fellows. I enjoy writing about many topics such as sports and music. I am extremely happy...

Jerry Du
Staff Writer

Jerry Du

My name is Jerry Du and I am a member of the class of 2027. I play on the freshman soccer team. My favorite subject in school is biology. I am a member of the Saint Philip Neri club, the Omega, and the Carlton Fellowship....

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Staff Writer

Francesco LoGrippo

Hello, my name is Francesco LoGrippo and I am a member of the class of 2025 here at Oratory. I play hockey and I am a member of many clubs here at OP. I also enjoy writing about sports, especially the sports here at OP. ...

Matthew Mascera
Staff Writer

Matthew Mascera

Hey! My name is Matthew Mascera, I’m a part of the class of 2027. My hobbies include video games, studying, and going on walks. I’m super excited to be a part of the Omega.

Enzo Sarango
Staff Writer

Enzo Sarango

Hello, my name is Enzo Sarango and I am part of the Class of 2025. As a writer for the Omega, I enjoy writing about a variety of topics. I am also a member of a few other clubs here at Oratory.

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Staff Writer

Dominic Volpicelli

Hello, my name is Dominic Volpicelli and I am a member of the class of 2025. I spend my time reading, singing, and camping. I love the outdoors and performing onstage. I also am a big history buff and enjoy writing about it.  ...

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Staff Writer

Matthew Dion

Hi, my name is Matthew Dion or Matt. I am a member of the Class of 2026. I run XC in the fall and play baseball year-round. I write about different sports and I am happy to be part of the Oratory Omega....

Nate Epps
Staff Writer

Nate Epps

Hello! My name is Nate Epps and I have many hobbies ranging through a variety of clubs including: Cross Country, VP of Tech Club, Digital Art Club, and of course writer for the OP Omega. I hope that whoever reading this knows...

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Staff Writer

Sol Sebastian Wright

I'm Sol Sebastian Wright or Sol for short. I am in the graduating class of 2026; I play Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Tennis for Oratory Prep. I am also the head of Photography here at OP. I will be taking pictures for the Omega, as well...

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Thomas Lafrance

Hello, My name is Thomas Lafrance and I am in the class of 2026. I play hockey and run track here at OP. Some of my favorite hobbies are hanging out with friends, playing many sports etc. I like writing about sports, especiall...

Caden Breault
Staff Writer

Caden Breault

Hello, my name is Caden Breault, and I am in the class of 2025. I play baseball for the Rams and play club baseball outside of school. I like to write about both OP and professional sports, as well as exciting OP news. ...

Ben Gaffney
Staff Writer

Ben Gaffney

I am Ben Gaffney. I play baseball and basketball at OP! I am part of the class of 2025. I like to write about baseball and basketball games. 

Sean McEvoy
Staff Writer

Sean McEvoy

Hi, My name is Sean I am a member of the class of 2025.  I am apart of multiple clubs and run Track here at Oratory. I like to watch the Giants, the Yankees, and Purdue. I also like to be around my family and friends. ...

Ryan Santoriello
Staff Writer

Ryan Santoriello

Hello, my name is Ryan Santoriello and I am in the class of 2025 here at OP. I love watching baseball and football—especially the Yankees and the Giants. I am a part of the baseball team, Saint Phillip Neri Club, and the Carl...

Kanayo Iwelumo
Staff Writer

Kanayo Iwelumo

Hello, I am Kanayo Iwelumo, and I love to make others laugh and to meet new people. I also love writing (creatively especially). I also love good chips and food.

Brody Henderson
Staff Writer

Brody Henderson

Hi, my name is Brody Henderson and I am a member of the Class of 2025.

Anthony Gentile

Anthony Gentile

Hello! I am Anthony Gentile and I am in the class of 2028. I love history and English. Aside from the Omega, I am in The Saint Philip Neri Club, Fed Challenge, Digital art, Chess, History club, and I am a Carlton Fellow. I ...

Sam Goodbody

Hey, I’m Sam Goodbody, and I’m part of the class of 2026. At Oratory, I am captain of the varsity tennis team, a Carlton Fellow, and a member of the History & Politics club. I love to play tennis and golf, watch F1 and G...

Drew Pearson

Drew Pearson

Hello, my name is Drew Pearson and I am part of the class of 2027. I am a member of the St.Philip Neri Club and Carlton Fellowship. I play basketball and also surf. I will be focusing on basketball and world news. I am excited to...

Patrick Roberts

Patrick Roberts

Hello, my name is Patrick Roberts and I am a part of the Class of 2027. I run Cross Country and play Basketball here at OP. I am also a part of the Fishing Club, Carlton Fellowship, and Operation Smile clubs. I enjoy writing ab...

Ryan Fox

Ryan Fox

Hi, I am Ryan Fox. I am a member of the class of 2026. Other clubs I am involved with at Oratory besides the Omega are The History Club, Technology Club, The Fed Challenge, and The Saint Philip Neri Club. I enjoy writing abou...

Max Hendrix

Hi, my name is Max Hendrix.  I am a transfer student from Summit high school. I like to watch football and baseball and root for the Orioles and Ravens.  I like business related topics and politics as well as most current events....

Ethan Garcia

  Hello, My name is Ethan Garcia and I am in the class of 2026. I play soccer at OP, and for my club Ironbound Soccer club. I am also a member in the Operation Club, Fishing Club, and the Fitness Club. I like to write a...

Cathal Hislop

Cathal Hislop

Hey, I am Cathal Hislop and I am a student of the Class of 2026. I run Cross Country, Swim, and play lacrosse at OP. I am also part of the Art Club, Spanish Honors Society, St. Philps Neri Club, and many more clubs, along with...