Category: 2000s

Zack Martin, ’09, retires

Zack Martin, BCHS Class of 2009, retired after an impressive 11-season career with the Dallas Cowboys. A dominant force on the offensive line, Martin earned seven first-team All-Pro selections, two second-team honors, and made nine Pro Bowl appearances, starting all 162 games he played.

Before his standout NFL career, he excelled at Notre Dame, earning second-team All-American recognition in 2012.

His journey to football greatness began at Bishop Chatard, where he played a key role in leading the Trojans to back-to-back Class 3A state championships.

Kamilla Benko ’08: children’s book author

Working in publishing since 2012, Kamilla Benko, BCHS Class of 2008, has contributed to beloved children’s books like Pinkalicious, Pete the Cat, and Fancy Nancy.

Inspired by the authors she edited, Kamilla began writing her own stories, debuting with The Unicorn Quest, a middle-grade fantasy series about sisters in a land of unicorns, followed by two sequels.

She has most recently worked with Disney’s Frozen II filmmakers to create Frozen II: Forest of Shadows, a novel bridging the two blockbuster films. Kamilla’s next series, The Unicorn Legacy, begins in February 2024 with the release of Tangled Magic.

Nick Schellinger, ’01, receives Heart Assoc. Award

Congratulations to Nick Schellinger, BCHS Class of 2001, who was recently named the American Heart Association’s 2024 Leader of Impact for the state of Indiana and runner-up nationally.

Nick raised $250k in 7 weeks for the campaign which is almost 3x the previous record set by an Indiana nominee. It is also only the third time in the history of the campaign that an individual raised 6 figures. Nick experienced a stroke in 2023 that motivated him to try and drive positive change in this area.

Zack Martin, ’09, is nominated for NFL Salute to Service Award

Zack Martin, BCHS Class of 2009, and current guard on the Dallas Cowboys, was nominated for the NFL Salute to Service Award for 2024. Zack has excelled in his pro career, making 9 Pro-Bowl and All-Pro teams. This award recognizes year-round commitment to Honor, Empower and Connect our nation’s service members.

Zack was nominated for his long-time support of Medal of Honor recipients via participation in the My Cause My Cleats initiative and support of the National Medal of Honor Museum.

Joshua Vaught, ’01, and the Fishers Event Center

Joshua Vaught, BCHS Class of 2001, has been named as part of the leadership team with The Fishers Event Center, a new, 7,500 capacity sports and entertainment center opening in November. He will lend his expertise in the hospitality industry as Premium Services Manager for the facility. Congratulations Joshua!

Jonas Coleman, ’05, police officer, mentor

Jonas Coleman, BCHS Class of 2005, and his father, Captain Brownie Coleman, were recently featured on FOX59 in a story depicting how they have dedicated their lives to mentoring kids through sports and their jobs as IMPD officers.

“I feel like it’s almost every kid’s dream to be able to work alongside with their father,” said Jonas. Not only did he follow in his father’s career path, they both also volunteer with Indy PAL, the Police Athletic and Activities League.

“That’s always been a dream to be able to get out there and work with my dad, put the same uniform on that he had, and be able to do the same things that he did out here in the community and try to help out the best way I can,” Jonas continued.

Read their heartwarming at fox59.com

Jamie (Boese) Collins, ’01, welcomes new son

Congratulations to Jamie (Boese) Collins, BCHS Class of 2001, and her husband Kevin as they welcome their son, Cooper William. Cooper joins big brother, Colton, who is a 5th grader at St. Luke, where Jamie teaches kindergarten.

Jody (Brezette) Vogelgesang, ’06, is wed

Congratulations to Jody (Brezette) Vogelgesang, BCHS Class of ’06, (daughter of Fran & Joanne Brezette) who recently married Tim Vogelgesang (son of Phil ’71 & Ruth Vogelgesang) at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with many Chatard alums present.

Pictured in the wedding party are alums Paul Krebs ’05, Mary (Brezette) Aaron ’91, Nancy (Brezette) Collins ’95, Andrew Sullivan ’06, Katie (Brezette) Riggs ’92, and current students Riley Riggs ’25 and Claudia Riggs ’26.

Jody Brezette Vogelgesang wedding photo