Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, a theology teacher at Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights, Illinois, is no stranger to the pitcher’s mound or the spotlight.
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‘69 Mets Still Amazin’ 50 Years Later
Buddy Harrelson was an integral member of the 1969 Miracle Mets, who are celebrating their 50th anniversary of a World Series title.
Sports Round-Up June 29
A number of CHSFL players represented New York City in the 24th annual Empire Challenge, hosted by former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason’s foundation for cystic fibrosis.
Bishop Loughlin Star Stays Home at St. John’s
Bishop Loughlin H.S. standout senior basketball player Julian Champagnie has decided to continue his hoops career at St. John’s University.
Sports Round-Up June 22
For the first time, the GCHSAA named its All-League girls’ lacrosse team from team across the city. Three student-athletes from Xaverian H.S., Bay Ridge, earned the honor.
Baseball City Title Is Back in Middle Village
The Christ the King varsity baseball team took home the ‘A’ city championship crown for the first time in 31 years.
Sports Round-Up June 15
Longtime St. John’s University, Jamaica, head baseball coach Joe Russo died on May 26 at the age of 74 following a lengthy illness.
Teen Eyes Tokyo 2020, But Stays Humble Even After Breaking World Record
Boling, who plans to major in Business at the University of Georgia in Athens, said the attention taught him “to stay humble and give God the glory and to know who’s there for you.”
Toronto Raptors’ Player Took a Shot at Priesthood Training
When Pascal Siakam was in his young teens attending a minor seminary in Cameroon — and mostly playing soccer in his free time — he likely never imagined he’d be playing in the NBA Finals.
CYO’s Hall of Fame Inducts 9 Members
The CYO Hall of Fame ceremony recognized nine deserving individuals dedicated to sports in the Diocese of Brooklyn.