On Saturday, December 2, 2023, Moravian Academy held its annual Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony & Luncheon inducting 4 distinguished individuals who excelled in and contributed to Moravian Academy's Athletic Program: Lauren Calabrese '03, Christopher Balshi '02, Samir Ghia '02, and Will Murphy '96.

Playlist: Athletic Hall of Fame Tributes

Lauren Calabrese ‘03 played Varsity Field Hockey, Varsity Soccer, and Varsity Basketball while at Moravian Academy, where she eventually became a soccer coach, English teacher, and now parent at the school. Lauren has been the Head Women's Soccer Coach at Lehigh University since January 2022. Samir Ghia ‘02 and Chris Balshi ‘02 led the Boys’ Tennis Team from 1999-2002, winning League, District, and 2002 State Championships. Will Murphy ‘96 played varsity tennis his freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior years at Moravian Academy, coached by Tom Schuett. He was a 3-sport athlete, playing tennis, cross country, and basketball. He also played varsity golf his freshman sophomore years. 

It was wonderful bringing alumni, family, friends, current and retired faculty, and parents of alumni to celebrate and honor our inductees. During the reception, attendees were presented with a surprise video presentation of members of the MA community saying a few words of congratulations and sharing memories. The room was filled with laughter and energy, and our inductees were filled with emotion as they reminisced and heard from loved ones. 

The Moravian Academy Athletic Hall of Fame honors past student-athletes, teams, coaches, faculty, staff, and friends who have brought distinction through athletics to Moravian Academy and themselves. Consideration will also be given to athletes who display a lasting commitment to the mission of Moravian Academy. To learn more about the Athletic Hall of Fame and this year's inductees, please visit HERE.