The diocesan CYO is working extra hard to ensure a safe return to youth sports.
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Former Johnnie Lived Through ‘The Last Dance’
St. John’s graduate Bill Wennington was a member of the Chicago Bulls dynasty of the 1990s.
Sports World Temporarily On Hold Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
The coronavirus has canceled all levels of sports nationwide in an effort to contain the pandemic.
Team of Destiny! Prep Senior Guides Terriers to Title
The St. Francis Prep girls’ varsity basketball team won the GCHSAA ‘AA’ diocesan title over Xaverian H.S.
Remembering St. John’s Basketball Great Lloyd ‘Sonny’ Dove
It’s been 37 years since the untimely death of former St. John’s basketball standout Lloyd “Sonny” Dove.”
St. Francis Terriers Retire No. 19 Jersey of Al Inniss
The St. Francis College men’s basketball team honored the great Al Inniss by retiring his No. 19 jersey during halftime of a game earlier this season.
Let Them Speak: Remembering Kobe
“We’re not girls, we’re athletes,” was engrained in my brain ever since my middle school basketball coach made us say it out loud after practice. Coach Allen would say, “You’re not girls, you’re what?” and we would shout, “Athletes!” and then head to the locker room.
Catholic Basketball Superstar Kobe Bryant Dead at 41
The sports world lost a legend last weekend. Kobe Bryant was a five-time NBA champion, 18-time All-Star, two-time Olympic medalist, father of four girls — and a Catholic.
Former NBA Referee Makes Spiritual Call to be Permanent Deacon
If 30 years ago anyone told Steve Javie he would become a permanent deacon, he probably would have said, “No way.”
Sister Jean Now 100: Milestone for the Beloved Loyola Hoops Nun
When it comes to March Madness, Sister Jean is second to “nun.” At least in age.The chaplain of Loyola University Chicago’s men’s basketball team, who rose to prominence during the 2018 NCAA Tournament when the Ramblers reached the Final Four, turned 100 on Aug. 21.
