Gabrielle Demuren (RBS 2024) Hosts Free Sports Clinic in the DMV Area

We are delighted to highlight the incredible work of Gabrielle Demuren, a 2024 Ron Brown Scholar recently interviewed on Fox 5 DC.

Gabrielle, a Howard County native and recent high school graduate, is significantly impacting her community before heading to Harvard University this fall.

Gabrielle’s ‘You Can Do It All’ summer initiative is more than just a free sports clinic. It’s a platform that empowers youth in the DMV area, providing them with the opportunity to develop their skills, stay active, and build confidence. This clinic, run with the help of her brother and sister, is a testament to Gabrielle’s unwavering dedication to her community and the spirit of the Ron Brown Scholar Program.

In her interview with Fox 5 DC’s “DMV Zone,” Gabrielle shared her passion for sports and motivation for starting the clinic. She emphasized the importance of staying engaged and active during the summer break, a message at the heart of her clinic’s mission. She expressed her excitement about helping young athletes realize their potential, underscoring the clinic’s benefits.

We invite you to watch Gabrielle’s interview on Fox 5 DC to learn more about her inspiring journey and the “You Can Do It All” sports clinic. Her story is a testament to the power of determination, community service, and the positive influence of young leaders.

Stay tuned for more updates on our Scholars’ remarkable achievements and initiatives.

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In Memoriam:
Cal LaRoche (1946–2025)

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Cal LaRoche, a brilliant and dedicated advisor and champion of the Ron Brown Scholar Program, who left us on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025.

Born in New York in January 1946, Cal graduated from Central State University in Ohio, where he joined the Eta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. His career spanned decades of leadership and innovation, beginning at the National Security Agency and continuing through key roles at IBM, SkyTel Communications, and The Orkand Corporation. 

A visionary entrepreneur, Cal later co-founded DC Ventures and Associates.

His commitment to service was unwavering. Cal chaired the Boards of Trustees at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda and Norwood School and served with distinction for 15 years on the Advisory Board of the Ron Brown Scholar Program. His leadership extended to the Beta Mu, Boulé Foundation Board, where he served as Chair, and to Patients For Affordable Drugs, where he was a founding board member and Treasurer.

An avid golfer and advocate for equity in the sport, Cal co-founded the Pro-Duffer/Carter Foundation Scholarship to promote diversity in golf. A long-time member of TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, he was as passionate about creating opportunity as he was about the game itself.

Cal’s legacy is carried on by his beloved family: his mother, Lucille “Gloria” David; his wife, Esperanza, and their sons, CJ and Ethan; his former wife, Cheryl LaRoche; their daughters, Gina LaRoche, Renee LaRoche-Morris, and Danielle LaRoche; six grandchildren; and his siblings. His wisdom, warmth, and unwavering belief in the potential of young people will remain an enduring part of the Ron Brown Scholar community.

We are forever grateful for Cal’s enduring support, leadership, and love. He leaves behind a legacy of excellence, generosity, and deep humanity. He will be deeply missed.