Sports
Strong pitching puts Malvern Prep, 17-1, atop league
The Friars often have had to come from behind or hang on to slim leads. But timely hitting and good defense and pitching are putting them closer to their goal of winning the Inter-Academic League.
St. Martin de Porres boys capture state CYO basketball crown
Even without a gym to play in, the boys of the North Philadelphia Catholic school prevailed in the state tournament this month. A victory parade is planned for Lehigh Avenue on Thursday, April 21.
Catholic League spring sports standings
The weather is only beginning to warm up, but Philadelphia Catholic League play is well underway. See current league standings for baseball, softball and boys' lacrosse, as of April 14.
Delco’s other national champs: Neumann makes it two straight titles
Neumann University in Aston won the NCAA Division I roller hockey championship days after Villanova celebrated its title in basketball. The Knights are 69-2 over the past two seasons, beating powerhouse universities.
Villanova player’s winning shot is no surprise to his high school coach
Kris Jenkins, whose buzzer-beater helped the Wildcats capture the national championship, was playing against his adopted brother, Tar Heel guard Nate Britt. Villanova's victory parade is set for April 8 in Philadelphia.
Unforgettable game, and shot, sealed Villanova’s national title
After junior Kris Jenkins fired a three-point shot as the clock ran out, leaving Villanova with a 77-74 national championship victory over North Carolina, a pile of jubilant humanity met just inches from where he delivered his one shining moment.
Villanova’s last-second shot thrills faithful, wins national title
The Villanova University men's basketball team captured the NCAA championship with a dramatic three-point shot at the final buzzer to beat North Carolina, 77-74, in Houston. It was the Wildcats' second title since 1985.
From playground to pro hoops, Beck remains a Philly guy
Ernie Beck has been a basketball star and fan his whole life, from Southwest Philly to Penn to the Philadelphia Warriors. The devout Sacred Heart parishioner still loves the game and roots for the local teams.
Philadelphia’s rivalries give way to love for Villanova in Final Four
Folks who never attended Villanova are rooting for the Wildcats as they prepare for their big game Saturday night. Loyalty to local basketball teams is a trait coach Jay Wright loves about the city.
Neumann-Goretti’s boys and girls repeat as Pa. state champs
In the class AA state basketball finals, the N-G girls of won the title, capping a 29-1 season (88-2 over the past three) while the boys won the AAA final for their sixth straight crown. Their 99 points were the most ever in PIAA finals.