Sports
More Than 300 Archdiocesan Seniors Set for College Athletics
AOP athletics announced that 310 graduating seniors will compete in college sports in 2026–27, with football, baseball, and basketball topping the most represented sports.
Dominant Pitching, Clutch Home Run Power Archbishop Wood to Win
Senior pitchers Andrew Unrath and Jack Coughlin allowed only one run and senior Chase Cavallaro cracked a three-run shot that sealed the PIAA Class 4A state quarterfinal victory.
Carroll Wins First PCL Softball Title in School History
The Patriots reprised their victory in April over perennial powerhouse Bonner-Prendergast – the Pandas’ only regular season loss – with a 5-0 championship clincher on May 22.
La Salle Captures Record 13th PCL Baseball Championship
The Explorers held on against a furious late-game surge and topped Conwell-Egan, 7-6 in the title game May 22. Their pitcher and catcher steadied nerves to focus on fundamentals.
O’Hara’s Maggie Watkins Drives Team to 8-1 Mark on Mound, at Plate
The Cardinal O’Hara sophomore pitched a complete game with just two runs on four hits, then came through with a two-run single to walk off a 3-2 win May 7 over rival Archbishop Wood.
Villanova, Notre Dame to Open 2026–27 Basketball Seasons with Rome Doubleheader
The Catholic universities will face off Nov. 1 in men’s and women’s basketball games in Italy, part of a broader program of Mass, academic events and cultural activities reflecting their shared Catholic identity.
Archdiocese Recognizes High School Scholar-Athletes for Fall and Winter Sports
The honor rolls recognize high school student‑athletes across the archdiocese who earned first- or second-honors academically while competing in their respective sports.
Korey Francis Follows Pa. State Title With Baptism into Catholic Church
The junior at Msgr. Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast High School and PCL boys’ basketball MVP led his team to their first PIAA championship while preparing to become Catholic through his school’s OCIA program.
Bishop Shanahan Announces New Varsity Girls’ Volleyball Head Coach
Bishop Shanahan High School announced Peggy Evans as its new varsity girls’ volleyball head coach, with her tenure set to begin in the Fall 2026 season.
March Madness This Year Touts PCL Players, Legendary Coaches
Seven Philadelphia Catholic League high schools are represented among the men’s and women’s teams in the NCAA Division I tournaments starting this week.