A football jersey is more than a number. At Monsignor Farrell, it represents the players who wore it, the teammates who stood beside them, and the tradition passed from one generation of Lions to the next.
Throughout the history of the Farrell football program, certain players have distinguished themselves through extraordinary achievement, leadership, character and their lasting impact on the program. Their contributions extend far beyond a single season.
In recognition of that legacy, 11 jersey numbers have been retired by Monsignor Farrell Football.
These numbers serve as permanent reminders of the men who helped establish the standard for everyone who followed.
#8 — MICHAEL RICCIARDI
The No. 8 jersey is retired in honor of Michael Ricciardi, forever recognizing his place in Monsignor Farrell football history.
His name joins a select group of Lions whose contributions to the program are commemorated for generations to come.
#12 — JOHN SKRONSKI '78
John Skronski, Class of 1978, is honored with the retirement of No. 12.
His legacy represents an era of Farrell football that helped strengthen the program and continue the tradition inherited by today's Lions.
#14 — GARY WILKOS '86
The No. 14 jersey belongs in Farrell history to Gary Wilkos, Class of 1986.
His accomplishments earned him a permanent place among the program's most honored players and ensured that No. 14 would forever be associated with his contributions as a Lion.
#15 — MIKE McGREGOR '66
Mike McGregor, Class of 1966, represents one of the earliest generations to establish the Farrell football tradition.
The retirement of No. 15 recognizes his lasting place in the history of the program and the foundation created by the Lions who wore the Maroon and Gold during Farrell's formative years.
#20 — GLENN OVERSTROM '66
Alongside his fellow members of the Class of 1966, Glenn Overstrom helped represent an important early chapter in Monsignor Farrell football history.
His No. 20 stands permanently retired as a tribute to his contribution to the Lions.
#23 — TOM ROCHE '74
The Class of 1974 holds a special place within the history of Farrell football, and Tom Roche is among those Lions whose achievements continue to be recognized.
His No. 23 jersey has been retired, permanently connecting his name with the tradition of Monsignor Farrell football.
#24 — CHUCK MARGIOTTA '74
Few names are more deeply connected to Monsignor Farrell than Chuck Margiotta, Class of 1974.
A standout athlete at Farrell who went on to play college football at Brown University, Margiotta later became a New York City firefighter. He was killed in the line of duty on September 11, 2001, while responding to the attacks on the World Trade Center.
His No. 24 represents far more than accomplishments on a football field. It stands for courage, service, sacrifice and brotherhood — values that remain central to the Farrell community.
#27 — RICH ROCHE '79
Rich Roche, Class of 1979, is honored with the retirement of No. 27.
His place among Farrell's retired jerseys connects another generation of Lions to the players who established the program's tradition of excellence.
#45 — JOHN D'AMATO '74
Another member of the remarkable Class of 1974, John D'Amato is permanently honored through the retirement of No. 45.
His name remains part of the history that today's players inherit each time they take the field.
#72 — JOHN QUINN '71
The No. 72 jersey is retired in honor of John Quinn, Class of 1971.
As a member of an early generation of Farrell football players, Quinn helped build the foundation upon which decades of Lions football would follow.
#88 — FRED RAGUCCI '74
Fred Ragucci, Class of 1974, completes an extraordinary group of four retired jerseys from the Class of 1974.
His No. 88 stands alongside Nos. 23, 24 and 45 as permanent reminders of a generation that left an enduring mark on Monsignor Farrell football.
A LEGACY THAT LIVES ON
The names change.
The players change.
The seasons change.
But the standard remains.
Every new generation of Farrell football players becomes part of a tradition created by those who came before them. The retired jerseys provide a visible connection between those generations — from the Lions of the 1960s and 1970s through the teams of today.
They remind every player who puts on a Farrell uniform that he represents something larger than himself.
MONSIGNOR FARRELL FOOTBALL
RETIRED JERSEYS
#8 — Michael Ricciardi
#12 — John Skronski '78
#14 — Gary Wilkos '86
#15 — Mike McGregor '66
#20 — Glenn Overstrom '66
#23 — Tom Roche '74
#24 — Chuck Margiotta '74
#27 — Rich Roche '79
#45 — John D'Amato '74
#72 — John Quinn '71
#88 — Fred Ragucci '74
THEIR NUMBERS ARE RETIRED.
THEIR LEGACY IS NOT.
ONCE A LION. ALWAYS A LION.