A Stronger Kellenberg Memorial

This episode of Flight of the Firebirds highlights the transformation of the St. Sebastian Hall weight room at Kellenberg Memorial. Host Sophia Venturino ’26 is joined by teacher and coach Chris Alfalla, strength and football coach Cole Neuendorf, sophomore Michael Cotto, and junior Veronica Braut to discuss how the newly redesigned space is helping build a stronger Kellenberg student body.

Guests reflect on the history and evolution of the now college-level facility, which allows multiple teams and students to train efficiently while fostering leadership, discipline, and camaraderie. The conversation also explores how the upgraded space helps students grow in confidence, balance academics and athletics, and pursue future goals. In Kellenberg’s mission to educate the whole person, the new St. Sebastian Hall stands as another cutting-edge resource that will benefit Firebirds for years to come.