With a rich tradition on the greens, St. Margaret Mary’s Head Golf Coach says she’s excited for her third straight season with the team to get underway after spring break... Read More

With an undefeated season and a city championship for the OLOL fifth grade boys’ volleyball team, Head Coach Lisa Kalmer says she’s proud of her young men first and foremost for their team play and unselfishness... Read More

With roughly 430 students enrolled during this 2011-2012 school year, Athletic Director Mandy Schaffer says she has seen great strides in different areas this year... Read More

Nets, shin guards and soccer goals are nothing new to the St. Martha community. But this school year brought along a new soccer coordinator, Bert Becker, and that in turn has brought new excitement as well... Read More

With the season of spring in the air, the Giants’ Lacrosse has come right along with it. And Assistant Athletic Director Carolyn Halvarson said that her school is adding more excitement around the sport with each new year... Read More

LouisvilleCatholicSports.com is proud to offer a round table discussion this week as our feature. We had the chance to speak with three well-known Catholic athletic coaches about their experiences in Catholic athletics. This week’s questions and answers are part two from last week’s series... Read More

LouisvilleCatholicSports.com is proud to offer a round table discussion this week as our feature. We had the chance to speak with three well-known Catholic athletic coaches about their experiences in Catholic athletics. This week’s questions and answers are part of a two-week series, and the coaches we gained insight from this week include... Read More

The young Knights of St. Michael continue to grow and improve their athletics. And fifth year athletic director Dan Ryan says his seventh and eighth grade girls “B” team recently showcased a prime example of that improvement... Read More

Located off of Cherrywood Road in St. Matthews, the Eagles’ gym hosts quite a lot of activity, according to basketball coordinator Don Kohler... Read More

As the Falcons continue the 2011-2012 school year, Athletic Director Gus Herbert says there has been plenty of excitement from the fall and winter sports that will be carried into the spring... Read More

As Louisville starts to feel spring in the air this week, Assistant Athletic Director Carolyn Halvarson says she’s more than excited for the next sports season on the rise... Read More

From public service as a police officer to coaching baseball, Rick Arnold knows about working to resolve issues for a better community and team. And he says that fact, along with his own love and experience in athletics, brought him to a point in life to consider taking on a new position with the Catholic School Athletic Association... Read More

The athletic teams of St. Anthony of Padua, located in Clarksville, Indiana, have brought much joy to the Miller family over the last several years. And now, as Brian Miller has taken over as the Athletic Director, he says he wants to take the athletic department at the school to a new level... Read More

With a love for sports, St. Gabriel parishioner and former Western Kentucky baseball player Aaron Flaker created a new group for young students in 2009... Read More

While St. Stephen Martyr has experienced success in many sports, Athletic Director and Girls’ Basketball Coordinator Rick Laemmle says hoops have specifically brought victories into their program... Read More

With a tradition of excellence in academics, athletics and community service, Notre Dame Academy and St. Paul recently put together a basketball competition to give back to others. “My coaching staff and I wanted to do something special to give proceeds from a basketball game back to the community,” said Notre Dame Academy Basketball Coach Scott Wiegandt.. Read More

For the past thirteen years, Athletic Director Ron Ray has led his Falcons to flight in the Shepherdsville, Kentucky area. “When I took over as AD, there was a rumor that the school was thinking about shutting down the athletic program if someone didn’t come in and take it over. So, I took it over, and I’ve been in the position ever since. I feel very strongly about giving these kids programs with adult supervision. This is how I give back,” said Ra.. Read More

Located in Springfield, Kentucky, Principal Pam Breunig says she is proud to be a part of a small Catholic School with a big tradition. “St. Dominic Catholic School was founded in 1929,” said Brunig. “This is my 10th year as principal, and our student athletes have pride and determination. Numbers aside, these kids play with such heart and spirit.”... Read More

Pitt Academy, located on Preston Highway, is a school serving students kindergarten through 12th grade with specialized needs. Michelle Rogers, who is a teacher at the school, started a cheerleading program there four years ago. She says she is thrilled with the progress of the program, and she is excited about a new challenge this upcoming year... Read More

This week is known to be a time to give thanks for the blessings of life. And St. Mary Academy's basketball players, along with many other schools and businesses in the Louisville area, recently found a way to show thanks by giving back to the community... Read More

As grade school hoops finds its place in courts across the city, the Trinity Jamboree (sponsored by Salsarita’s near Trinity High School) offers competition to young ones once again... Read More

Cathy Schneider has running experience. She ran at Presentation Academy, and she has finished many races, including marathons. And all of her experience came in handy years ago when her oldest son, now 19, signed up for track in the fifth grade... Read More

To say the boys in the current 8th grade class at St. Edward Grade School aren't used to losing would be an extreme understatement. They've won multiple city championships during their time together on the basketball court, were a victory away from advancing to the national tournament in the Cal Ripken baseball division.. Read More

Originally founded in 1927, Holy Family Grade School stands by the motto: “Many are one.” And with the athletic program standing for the same motto, Athletic Director Mike Fries says he works to serve roughly the 225 students enrolled in school by creating opportunities in sports... Read More

When you ask Charlotte and Terry Colley individually to share their dreams about their five children growing up in Catholic athletics, it’s amazing how much their emotional answers measure up in a similar manner... Read More

If you ask the Hawks’ Athletic Director Candace Shireman, what attracts people to St. Mary of the Knobs, she can give you a few reasons. Beautiful scenery is just one of them... Read More

Football for girls? It’s a concept not usually discussed during the Fall, but St. Bernard’s powder puff program for grades 5-8 has caught on quickly as the only league operating for grade school powder puff in the city... Read More

With a young son in attendance at Sacred Heart of Jesus located in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Eddie Terkhorn recently wanted to become a volunteer with the school’s athletic program in some way. “I’m a huge sports guy,” said Terkhorn. “When my son received something in his envelope with the school looking for coaches, I wanted to get involved... Read More

With a local, former Catholic school student athlete leading the way as the Raiders’ Athletic Director, Ken Roberts says he’s excited about the athletics underway at St. Paul... Read More

St. Joseph Grade School, a Catholic Grade School with much tradition in the Bardstown, Kentucky area, is looking to continue educating children this year through the ministry of sports... Read More

Athletic Director Todd Coke of Our Lady of Lourdes is excited for another great year of sports for the Bearcats. But this year, it’s all the more special... Read More

The St. Leonard Wolverines are under new leadership this year. But with that said, Athletic Director Mike Gandolfo is ready to embrace new goals and challenges using knowledge from years past... Read More

St. Bernard Grade School Athletics offers families exceptional sports teams, facilities, and one of the best smoked barbeque sandwiches in the city, according to Athletic Director Ted Schiess... Read More

Located off Outer Loop in Louisville, the St. Athanasius Hornets are busy buzzing around new opportunities going into the 2011-2012 school year. And Athletic Director, Mark Wesley, says he excited to move into the new season with renovated facilities for the student athletes... Read More

Founded in 1949, St. Raphael the Archangel Grade School offers a Catholic foundation to its Giants on an off the athletic fields. And so, Athletic Director John Plumeri says he works with his staff to develop and improve the athletic environment in order to enrich the lives of the student athletes within the parish... Read More

With the merging of Most Blessed Sacrament, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Sts. Simon & Jude and St. Thomas More in 2004, St. Nicholas Academy has and continues to serve the south end of Louisville with a Catholic Foundation in the classroom and athletic fields... Read More

Across from the hustle and bustle of St. Matthews Mall on Shelbyville Road, St. Margaret Mary is home to the Mustangs, known to be one of the largest Catholic grade schools in the Louisville area, with approximately 750 students... Read More

With roughly 96% of St. Agnes’ students involved in athletics, Athletic Director Pat O’Bryan says the school’s message and philosophy is simple... Read More

With a deep tradition in Catholic athletics, St. Patrick’s Booster Club and Celtic Athletic Counsel merged to form the Celtic Athletic Ministry in November 2009... Read More

The Cougars of St. Francis of Assisi know about tradition.Their church campus is celebrating 125 years this year, and Athletic Director Glen Mudd says that tradition within their spiritual lives follows through to the classrooms and sports teams as well... Read More

St. Rita has a rich history as a Catholic grade school in the Louisville area. The campus was founded in 1921. And the school's athletic department follows suit with leaders who have served the Mustang community for years... Read More

Athletic Director Brian McCauley says the Saints of Notre Dame Academy Grade School have come a long way since the school’s start seven years ago when St. Denis, St. Helen and St. Lawrence schools combined efforts to form one system... Read More

When it comes to managing the St. Gabriel Leopards athletic program, it’s become a family thing. Kyle McGinty, St. Gabriel athletic director, says he learned the ropes to grade school athletics from his father... Read More

Keith Morgan, Athletic Director of Sacred Heart Model School since March 2011, says his short experience so far has been one of excitement. Morgan, who took the Athletic Director position just this winter, says as he works to develop the sports program, he is thrilled with resources for his student athletes... Read More

Located in downtown Louisville, there is a small faith filled middle school putting their students on a pathway full of dreams for life. From the educational programs to Catholic faith teachings to athletics, the Eagles of Nativity Academy at St. Boniface learn lessons that help them soar high for years to come... Read More

Dave Arnold has a rich history engrained around St. Martha Elementary School. Now, as president of the board, he sees a new era of athletics with the values he remembers as a Shamrock himself... Read More

St. Mary Academy Grade School, founded in 2007, joined two Catholic grade schools known to the Louisville area in a distinctive way. And with that, student athletes from two parishes came together for a common goal.... Read More

St. Albert the Great Grade School’s Parish Community works diligently to teach young student athletes the true lessons behind competitive play. Just ask Athletic Director Joe McKune. He will tell you that he looks to athletics as a way to inform kids that sports are about more than winning.... Read More

Although there is definite validity to the old saying, "there's power in numbers," Louisville's Ascension Elementary School has proven over the years that success is not about volume, it's about efficiency. With approximately 230 students at Ascension, the Longhorns have continued to thrive athletically and can even boast a boys basketball team that has earned several CSAA championships over the past... Read More

St. Stephen Martyr Elementary School, located off of Hess Lane, provides student-athletes with a positive environment to excel in sports at a young age, according to Athletic Director Rick Laemmle. “I started the intramural sports program, along with a great group of volunteers, seven years ago prior to being an athletic board member. We now offer different sports like basketball, flag football, soccer... Read More

Holy Trinity Parish School’s Athletic Director Don Kohler and Booster Club President Jody Demling completely agree on the fundamental beliefs and goals for their athletic department. Those basic ideas continue to lead the way for Eagles’ triumphs in various sports. “We really want all of the kids to participate and compete. Everyone can play. We don’t emphasize winning as the most... Read More

Over the years, the Braves have built an exceptional football program that has enjoyed much success. Recently, one of the St. Edward football coaches was even invited to give a presentation at a Nike coaches clinic in downtown Louisville. But to stop at football when discussing the vibrant SES athletic program would be a mistake. Led by St. Edward Athletic Director Mandy Schaffer, the Braves have thrived... Read More

Holy Spirit, located on Lexington Road in St. Matthews, has notably been known through the years for success in soccer, basketball and swimming, according to Breit. Yet, with five consecutive Football Toy Bowl Appearances from 2006-2010, football is yet another success story for the Falcons. “I love working with the guys to have a positive impact on young men for their futures,” said Breit. “We have... Read More

Since St. Michael Parish opened its school doors in 1997, the community has grown considerably and now has over 1,000 active parishoners. Benefiting from that growth has been the athletic programs, which have seen consistent development and rapid increase in numbers of its own, as anywhere from 2-4 teams have been added per grade, per year over the past several seasons. Dan Ryan, who has acted as... Read More

In an age where the combination of strong personal character and sports has seemingly become the minority, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in New Albany, IN is diligently working to introduce good habits early and create a "family first" atmosphere throughout its entire athletic program. Helping to lead the charge in that task is Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry Michelle Hoffman. A graduate... Read More

When St. Barnabas, St. Bartholomew and St. Pius X Elementary Schools merged together to form John Paul II Aacademy in 2006, general observers assumed that the alliance of this trio might quickly form a prominent athletic force in the Louisville area. Five years later, however, John Paul Academy (or John-Paul-Two-A as it is affectionately known by its members) continues to work in establishing its identity... Read More

St. Andrew Academy Assistant Athletic Director Clinton Carrier puts hours upon hours into making sure games are ready to go week-to-week. And while he jokes that he does it all for the home fries in the concessions stand (not to be mistaken with the crinkle fries), he mentions there is a deeper reason for his dedication. “We take pride in our athletics and the facilities,” said Carrier. “Our football field looks... Read More