Sports
Malvern Prep still alive in Inter-Ac lacrosse title bid
The leader of the squad gives the most credit to the energy of his teammates on the bench. With four games remaining in the season, the Friars hope that support continues.
Father Judge’s pitching gives the edge in tight Catholic League
John Knebels' review of the baseball season at mid-point shows most teams over .500 and in contention (see current standings). Six teams have been stellar in one-run games, especially the Crusaders.
Michigan head coach says meeting pope was ’emotional, beautiful’
As someone accustomed to the stress of the gridiron, University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh said he was touched by Pope Francis' peaceful presence.
Bonner-Prendergast duo hit 100-goal mark on same day
Senior girls' lacrosse stars Keeley Weis and Paige Brady notched the career scoring milestone together on April 11 in a win over Hallahan. Typically, they passed praise to their coach and teammates.
Standings, schedules set for Catholic League sports
See updated standings for baseball and softball teams in the Philadelphia Catholic League, and scheduled upcoming games in both sports through next week.
Great pitching, defense and weather mark Catholic League baseball so far
The weekly Monday/Wednesday league schedule saw Catholic teams turn in extraordinary play with dramatic moments and a few blow outs in the season's first week. John Knebels recaps the action and looks ahead to next week.
Early-season Catholic League lacrosse season gets underway
Cardinal O'Hara emerged with a 14-8 victory, and the Lions' first league win, over Father Judge this week. While O'Hara is fielding mostly freshman players, Judge welcomes first-year head coach Michael Donohue.
Tough D helps Neumann-Goretti’s girls capture state crown
The Saints' quick, aggressive defense wrenched 15 stolen passes and 26 forced turnovers leading to a a hard-fought, 62-56 win over Bishop Canevin High School and their third straight PIAA Class 3A championship.
What a run: Wood’s girls cap four-year bonanza with 2nd state title
The Lady Vikings survived a scare in the championship game March 24 and emerged with their second consecutive PIAA Class 5A championship. It was their fourth trip to the finals after four district titles in as many years.
Archbishop Wood brings home first PIAA boys’ basketball title
The Vikings lost their first Catholic League game of 2017 but then they ran the table, winning their next 21 games. For their first Class 5A state championship, the coach put in every player, ensuring memories they'll never forget.