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The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in all aspects of sports. Do you want you... Read More

You finish your 10th marathon in a personal best of 3:00.25. And not just any marathon, but the Boston Marathon, which some refer to as “the marathon of all marathons.” You finish your 26.2 miles as the 139th women’s finisher in a time three minutes faster t... Read More

Rick Arnold is the executive director of the Catholic School Athletic Association (CSAA), and with the 2012-13 school year winding down, the CSAA has gone through some changes this year. “We’ve re-done the website so that it’s fresher,” Arnold said. &... Read More

Scott Weber pointed to one thing as the key to victory when Our Lady of Lourdes beat St. Martha 28-24 in the Eighth-Grade AA championship game of the CSAA city basketball tournament: preparation. “We knew the Shamrocks were going to play a 1-2-2,” the Bearcats&rsq... Read More

The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in all aspects of sports. Do you want you... Read More

Dr. Bratcher steps into coaching role The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in... Read More

Overview of the Holy Trinity swim program Holy Trinity won the overall CSAA Swim Meet championship last Saturday at the Ralph B. Wright Natatorium by finishing first in the girls' division and placing second in the boys' meet. The school located in St. Matthews placed swimmer... Read More

A brief overview of the St. Raphael athletic program John Plumeri is the St. Raphael athletic director and runs their sports program. In 2012, 406 students attended the school located in the historic Highlands neighborhood. “My goal as athletic director is to ... Read More

A brief overview of the St. Albert athletic program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and... Read More

Cahoe has high hopes for his Holy Family basketball team Football season has come and gone; now the action is on the basketball court. The Holy Family community has high hopes and expectations for its 7th/8th grade A basketball team coached by Todd Cahoe. “We came in... Read More

A brief overview of the Sacred Heart Model School athletic program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, team... Read More

An overview of the St. Margaret Mary athletic program Located across Shelbyville Road from Oxmoor Center, St. Margaret Mary educates 715 students and is one of the biggest Catholic schools in Louisville. Knowing that her school is one of the largest in the Louisville area,... Read More

A brief overview of the St. Rita athletic program Despite being one of the smaller schools in the CSAA, St. Rita athletic director Carolyn Patton is proud of the way her student-athletes compete against the larger schools. With an enrollment of 223 students, the Mustangs ... Read More

The St. Gabriel athletic program is under the spotlight The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

An overview of the ND athletic program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in al... Read More

Braves win second straight state title St. Edward 4th grade and under cross country team finessed their way to a second straight Kentucky Cross Country State Championship this school year. “The great thing is that the whole team loves to run,” said St. ... Read More

St. James E-Town moves to brand new facility St. James Regional Catholic School in Elizabethtown recently moved to a brand new campus, and athletic director Debbie Freyberger hopes the athletic program will be able to grow with the move as well as continuing to help their ... Read More

Ascension is in the spotlight this week The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and exc... Read More

New AD prepares to take over in 2013 In 2013 Matt Gawarecki will take on the role as the new St. Andrew Parish and School Athletic Director. Even though 2013 is a few months away, Gawarecki is preparing to make a smooth transition and has already set some goals in the proce... Read More

St. Edward hopes to continue their winning tradition As president of the St. Edward Athletic Ministry, Doug Dawson oversees the Braves athletic program and ensures that everything is running smoothly and that goals are met. “We want to increase our participation in ... Read More

St. Patrick wants their athletes to faithful on and off the field The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, ... Read More

St. Joseph is preparing for a successful 2012-2013 school year The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams,... Read More

John Paul II Academy is in the spotlight The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and ... Read More

St. Paul may be small but that doesn't stop them The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions ... Read More

A lot of good changes are being made at St. Martha The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

Holy Spirit athletic director Augustus Herbert tells us what's going on in the Holy Spirit Community The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools... Read More

New leadership, new direction at St. Stephen Martyr The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions a... Read More

Perspective from Booster Club President The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

Porter ready for more Monarch victories St. Mary Academy has no doubt found success as a grade school since its start in northeast Louisville location in 2009. Yet, even since the school’s original start in 2007, the athletic program has operated as “one&... Read More

New school year brings new goals for sports The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and... Read More

SportsLeader Program Guides Coaches The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excelle... Read More

Wildcats seek new participation with increased enrollment The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, ... Read More

New athletic director will instill same Hawk ideals, values The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams... Read More

SHMS athletic's key to success: consistency in coaching staff The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, trad... Read More

Additional students will impact Eagles’ athletics The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, tr... Read More

Eagles fly on court in Louisville competition The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

Jaguars spike interest with leadership, fundraising The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

St. Albert the Great kicks success into new level The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and ... Read More

Parish, Hornets review successful year in athletics The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions a... Read More

Leopards run into 26 acre addition for parish community The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions... Read More

St. Leonard Wolverines grow the K-2 Program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excelle... Read More

Longhorns proud of tradition and renovations The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

Growing soccer participation a feather in Crusader cap The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions ... Read More

Medley reviews Monarchs 2011-2012 season The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence... Read More

Mitro continues to teach character as sport participation increases The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams... Read More

Mustangs’ Spring Sport Swings Into Session The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and e... Read More

Kalmer leads boys on volleyball court, in service The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and e... Read More

Braves spike interest in sports, technology and expansion The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditio... Read More

Program aims high with new coordinator The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence i... Read More

Giant goals lead to growing athletic program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

Round Table of Grade School Coaches The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in... Read More

Local grade school coaches discuss passion for coaching The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditi... Read More

Undefeated basketball team brings thrill to AD The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and exce... Read More

Holy Trinity Parish School hoops run deep on court The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and... Read More

Team pride leads basketball, Spring sports as well The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and ... Read More

Giants, Halvarson excited about growing sports The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

CSAA welcomes incoming executive director The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellenc... Read More

Bears and athletic program welcome Miller into new role The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions... Read More

Sacred Heart Model School shows success across the board The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, tradition... Read More

STING shares service with community The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence in ... Read More

Hoops Lead in Cardinal Athletic Program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence... Read More

Schools give back to Shively Area Ministries The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

AD treasures time and journey with athletes The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

Small Parish Family Backs Athletic Program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excelle... Read More

Cheerleaders embark on national competition The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excelle... Read More

Basketball Players Help Homeless Rebound The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellenc... Read More

Torra and teamwork lead grade school program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

Pres grad leads cross country team to successful season The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions... Read More

St. Edward class attempting to win 34th straight game The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions... Read More

Communication is key goal in current season The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

Growing school celebrates 10th anniversary The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellen... Read More

Local elementary girls football league is growing The following feature is a part of a weekly series sponsored by Mercy Academy called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic progra... Read More

Terkhorn wants younger Cardinals involved The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellenc... Read More

Roberts has same goals of excellence this year The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and exce... Read More

Faith and Participation Lead Athletic Program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

AD will enjoy one last year leading Bearcats The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

New AD will use experience to lead student athletes The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

New AD and President Share Goals, Friendship The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

New school year brings new opportunities The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellenc... Read More

New additions and improvements carry Giants 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 athlet... Read More

Merged school continues to thrive in the south end 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 ... Read More

Participation drives success for Saints The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excellence ... Read More

Boosters-Celtic Counsel merge bring success to athletic dept. The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, trad... Read More

Tradition and teamwork bring success to program The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and exc... Read More

Elementary facility rivals the nicest on any level in Louisville The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, t... Read More

Growing school showcases team perspective The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

Athletic program leadership is a family affair The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and ex... Read More

New AD looks to expand sports opportunities The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excel... Read More

Athletic program look to grow this school year The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and exc... Read More

Shamrocks offering intramural sports options The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

Athletic motto shapes, embodies Monarch approach The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and ex... Read More

Sports Ministry is first priority in the game The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams,... Read More

Athletic program thrives regardless of small numbers The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions an... Read More

Intramural programs help build early success The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and excell... Read More

New gym floor serves as showcase for the Mustangs The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions and e... Read More

Increasing participation is key to Eagles' success The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic prog... Read More

Program sets the standard when it comes to regulation The following feature is a part of a weekly series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs, teams, traditions a... Read More

Falcons' athletic success moves beyond just football The following feature is a part of a LouisvilleCatholicSports.com series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic progra... Read More

New additions could make school the city's largest The following feature is a part of a LouisvilleCatholicSports.com series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs,... Read More

Our Lady of Perpetual Help is all about family in New Albany 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 a... Read More

Five years after merger, school looking for identity The following feature is a part of a LouisvilleCatholicSports.com series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic programs... Read More

Local elementary school setting the bar across the board The following feature is a part of a LouisvilleCatholicSports.com series called "Elementary Excellence" - a set of profiles that will spotlight Louisville area Catholic elementary schools and its athletic prog... Read More