Sports
Cheers, Pride Erupt as Ryan Grad Thomas Sorber drafted by Oklahoma City
Teammates, coaches and leaders of the Northeast Philadelphia archdiocesan high school basked in the moment as the NBA champion Thunder chose a young man who turned adversity into faith-filled character.
Chris McNesby’s Coaching Legacy at Roman Catholic Runs Deeper Than Basketball
After four Catholic League championships and three state titles, McNesby is stepping down after 12 years as head coach at the archdiocesan high school. He reflects on the school’s brotherhood he has helped foster.
Faith, Family, Archbishop Ryan Form Foundation for Thomas Sorber’s Rise to NBA Draft
The 2024 Ryan grad visited his alma mater’s youth basketball camp before the June 25 draft and potentially a pro basketball career.
Graduates from Archdiocesan High Schools Head to Collegiate Athletics
Some 288 student-athletes across archdiocesan high schools are taking their talents to the next level, committing to collegiate programs that will allow them to grow in both sport and spirit.
“Lone Survivor” Nazareth Academy Finishes Strong
Nazareth Academy softball made program history in its first PIAA state tournament appearance as a Philadelphia Catholic League member, becoming the only PCL team to advance to the quarterfinals before ending its postseason run.
Birthday Girl’s 3-Run Homer Icing on Cake for O’Hara’s PCL Title
On the day Ava Dill turned 16, she put Cardinal O’Hara over the top for a 7-0 championship win over Conwell-Egan May 23. Teammate Hayden Sissons pitched a shutout with 11 Ks, with the mental toughness to work out of jams.
Shut-Down Pitching, Torrent of Runs, Drive Bonner-Prendie to Title
The six-seed Friars captured their second Philadelphia Catholic League championship in four years, thanks to a timely performance by junior pitcher Danny Buckton.
PCL Flag Football, Lacrosse Teams Eagerly Eyeing State Titles
In the second-ever girls’ flag football Catholic League championship, Lansdale Catholic prevailed. The girls’ and boys’ lacrosse champs are heading to the PIAA playoffs.
Izzie Baron, ‘Glue’ of Her Softball Team, Sticks Close to Family, Faith
The Archbishop Ryan standout reflects on the strong ties of her beloved family, teammates, and Catholic faith as her high school playing days wind down, and her future as a caregiver nears.
As Spring Season Closes, Many PCL Teams Remain in Playoff Hunt
In Catholic League baseball, softball and girls’ and boys’ lacrosse, the cool weather gives way to a heated final week of the regular season, with typical drama heading into the postseason.