Sports
One classy sisterhood: St. Hubert’s girls show love for Hallahan players
At the finale of the girls' soccer season, St. Hubert's players gave roses and wore the colors of their opponents from John W. Hallahan, which is set to close, in a gesture that moved everyone.
Pope meets with NBA players’ union delegation at the Vatican
Former 76er Kyle Korver and other players who met Pope Francis Nov. 23 praised his "openness and eagerness" to discuss their work in promoting social justice, and was a reminder that their efforts "must continue moving forward."
Only in 2020: Devon Prep soccer goes from winless to state playoffs
The Tide pushed through an 0-12-1 start and captured three huge wins over formidable Catholic League opponents to advance to the PIAA Class 2A tournament.
Bishops support bills to protect Title IX sports programs for women, girls
The measures prevent policies that "facilitate male competition" by including biologically male transgender female athletes, who should be "welcomed without reservation into appropriate athletic opportunities," said the bishops.
Through setbacks, leadership emerges at Lansdale Catholic
The Crusaders topped perennial boys' soccer power Roman Catholic Oct. 21, led by goalie Kellan Ward. While sidelined with an injury last year, he learned a life lesson that's paying off now.
Friends fondly remember Malvern Prep legend Jim Stewart at his passing
The death at age 76 of "Stew" continues to impact the countless people he inspired throughout his life, many of whom recalled his numerous virtues, which he shared with all.
Catholic League sports starting up without championship play
While most schools will vie for PIAA playoffs, others will play a Catholic League schedule but their season will end after the regular season. John Knebels breaks down the dizzying array of plans for each sport.
Sports back in play at archdiocesan high schools
Athletic competition will resume at the schools with strict adherence to COVID precautions, according to a Sept. 25 statement from the Office of Catholic Education and the Faith in the Future Foundation.
In first COVID-era game, La Salle football sees triumph amid tragedies
La Salle, playing outside the suspended Catholic League schedule, beat Manheim Township 35-27. The Explorers' QB suffered a season-ending injury, and both teams honored a player who died last summer.
Famed Georgetown basketball coach John Thompson dies at 78
Born and raised a Catholic in Washington, Thompson went to Catholic schools and after a brief pro career he was an immensely successful coach at Georgetown, where he stood up for justice.