Athletics Department

Joe Chivari , Athletic Director

Joe Chivari, a 1971 Marmion graduate, has been with the Academy for 27 years. He has taught PE and social sciences (serving at the department chairman from 87-02) and in 2000 he took on the responsibilities of Athletic Director. Joe received his B.S. and M.S. in Education from Northern Illinois University.

Rashon Burno, American Government, Economics, PE (IV), Head Basketball Coach

Rashon joined the Academy's Social Studies Department and the Athletic Department as Marmion's Head Basketball Coach last year. Mr. Burno most recently served as an account executive and head of the Sports & Entertainment Division of Wachovia Financial (Chicago, IL), managing the financial accounts of professional athletes and entertainers. Coach Burno earned a B.A. Degree from DePaul University while also filling a vital role on the Blue Demon men's basketball team. Rashon has the distinction of being the only Blue Demon to serve as a team captain for three years.

Mark Jayne, Physical Education (II & IV), Health, Asst. Wrestling Coach

Mark joined the Marmion faculty in 2006 as a physical education instructor and assistant wrestling coach. Jayne is a 2005 graduate of the University of Illinois where he was an NCAA Wrestling All-American, Big Ten Wrestling Champion and an Academic All-American.