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Alumni Association
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Forever True
Newsletter January, 2020
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DATES TO REMEMBER
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Teutonia Mannerchor Club Alumni Luncheon
The next monthly alumni luncheon will be held on January 28, 2020 at the Teutonia Mannerchor Club located at 857 Phineas Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Doors open at 11:00 AM and lunch is served at 11:45. Seating is limited, if you have any questions, please contact Jim Eberz (NC '64) at 412-321-4145 or Carmen DiGiacomo (NC '59) at 412-563-1859. The cost of the luncheon is $12.65 which includes buffet lunch, soft drinks, coffee, and dessert.
Over 100 alums attended the Christmas party in December. Here are some photos of the event.
First time attendees (l-r): Joe Smetanka ('78), Wayne Byerly ('65), George Sestric ('65), Ed Feitl ('65), and Larry Rush ('76)
and someone even got a
bluie.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2020
Where: North Catholic High School
Doors open at 5:00pm
Happy Hour until 6:00pm
Dinner and Dessert to Follow
Open Bar all evening
$100 Dinner/Number
$75 Number Only
$50 Dinner Only
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Number Drawn at 7pm
Prizes Awarded Throughout the Evening
Please use the Link to Register Today!
THE ANNUAL ALUMNI TRIVIA NIGHT IS BACK!
Can you answer these trivia questions?
- Who was the first performer to take the stage at Woodstock?
- Who was John McCain's running mate in the election of 2008?
- Who scored the winning points in the State Championship game for North in 2013?
(answers at the end of the school news page)
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f you know the answers---or if you don't but had fun guessing---then
you are
all set to play! Grab some friends and mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 for the annual Alumni Association Trivia Night for alumni, families and friends of North Catholic (this is a 21+ over event). Join us in the cafeteria of North Catholic High School! Doors open at 6pm, trivia begins promptly at 7PM. Grab your friends, brush up on random facts and get ready to play!
Cost is $25 per person/$200 per table of 8. We encourage people to gather their friends and purchase a table so you can all participate together. If you do not have 8 people, we may also be able to find a table for you. Pre-payment is required.
REGISTER YOUR TEAM BY CLICKING HERE!
Other Games and Prizes: Decorate your team's table, pick a theme and go all out
to win additional prizes. We'll also play games in between rounds of trivia!
Food and Drink: Soda, water, draft beer and some snacks will be provided. Feel free to bring any additional beer, wine, liquor and snacks for your team.
The event is limited to the first 30 teams. Questions?
Email the NCMAC Team or call/text Bob Parey '83 at 724-601-6742.
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Nominations now being accepted for the 2020 Hall of Fame
Do you know a classmate who has done some charitable work that deserves recognition? Someone who is worthy of accolades for their work in the community? Someone who has done a lot for North Catholic?
The Hall of Fame is always seeking nominations for induction. We know that there are distinguished graduates, who deserve a place in the school's hall of fame, but we need your help. If you know of someone from your class or anyone who should be recognized for their accomplishments, please nominate them. Remember this not just a sports hall of fame. You can go to the school
website for complete details. If you have questions, contact us
here and we will pass your message to the Hall of Fame Committee. Please note that nominations are only good for three years, but they can be renewed. Nominate someone today. The committee will be meeting in January to begin the review process for this year's class.
Note
: nominations that come in after May 15th will be consider for the 2021 induction class.
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Since North is celebrating its 80th birthday, we are spotlighting photos from the eight decades of the school. This month we feature photos from the fourth decade of Trojan history.
While the 1960s brought changes to North, the 1970's saw even more changes. The biggest change occurred in September of 1973 when North Catholic began to enroll girls. Karen Amato was the first girl to receive a North Catholic diploma. In addition North Catholic added girls basketball, ice hockey, and soccer to its varsity sports program along with
girl cheerleaders. The intramural program added street hockey to its many other programs. The biggest change athletically was the demise of the Catholic League and the admission of North into the WPIAL. By the end of the decade, tuition had greatly increased, and the dress code for students had been significantly relaxed.
Here are some photos from that time period.
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Transcript Information
Alums who need a copy of their high school
transcript for a new employer should note that the process has changed, so please note:
NCHS Alumni (1939-2013): Please contact the Diocesan Archives
at (412) 456-3158 for a copy of your transcript or for a new
employer education verification.
NCHS Alumni (2014 - present): Please go to northcatholic.org, under the Alumni Tab, click on Transcript Request (located in the red box) and download the online request form.
Memories
Available
The alumni office has some past editions of the yearbooks. If you can't find yours from senior year, we may be able to help. Not all years are available and supply is limited. Contact us
here
for information and availability.
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Rest in Peace
Richard Roos
class of 1943 - first valedictorian of North Catholic
John Reckhaus class of 1986
William C. Mergenthaler
class of 1953 (
Bill's daughter, Amy Murray, is a Science teacher at North Catholic.)
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The display case just inside the entrance to the school houses North Catholic memorabilia, as well as some of the apparel available in the school's Spirit Shop.
You can check out the NC gear by clicking
here
As a tribute to their late cross country coach, Paul Stutz, a group of alums gathered for a
Christmas run. They include Mick O'Connor ('00), Matt Fischer ('98), Brendan McLane ('97), Matt Cantrell ('00), Albert Zangrelli (97), and Marty McElroy ('00).
Carmen DiGiacomo and Dave Lyons ('62) are all smiles at the alumni Christmas Party.
Chuck Struhar in Scottsdale getting ready for the Steelers-Cardinals football game.
Class of 1965
M
embers of the class attended the Alumni Christmas Party
Walt Quinn and Bob Colbert discuss ways of raising money for the class of 65 scholarship.
Class of 1970
Duane Randa and his wife Johna on formal
night during a cruise to the Panama Canal.
Class of 1975
Former NC secretary Marianne Lyons and Medio Monti renew their friendship.
Class of 1979
Tru McGorty and family show off their holiday smiles.
Doreen Giovanazzi Ioest and her husband on a winter trip.
Class of 1981
Dede
Raukauf Yoest and daughter Cara ('19) celebrate the holidays with a selfie.
Congratulations to Robert Colville on his appointment to federal bench for the Pittsburgh District.
The Popek sisters: Susan, Kathy ('85), and Marcie ('91) celebrate Light Up Night together.
John Mudrany and his wife enjoy an adult beverage at a Christmas pop-up bar.
Molly Larkin Rottman is with her sons Max ('22) and Hans ('20).
Class of 1990
Gloria Ogden Wainwright is in her happy place.
Class of 1992
Dan Hoelke and family celebrate the arrival of the newest family member - a puppy.
Class of 1994
Betsy D
uckett and her daughter are ready for a Christmas celebration.
Lenny Besterman and family send Christmas greetings from Florida.
Gerald Stevens enjoys his morning coffee.
Amanda Luczak Gray and her daughter pose for their Christmas photo.
Brian Wissner and his wife are dressed for a special night out.
Dan Barr and his daughters get ready for Frozen II.
Laura Bogosto and her husband Russ
Hartzell ('00)
are enjoying their warm weather vacation.
Katy Delaney Yates and family show off their Thanksgiving sweaters.
Maggie
Stotler Atkins and her husband are ready for Christmas.
Class of 2002
Emily Petrack Graham and her daughter put on their Thanksgivings smiles.
Erin O'Donnell McKenna and family smile for the camera.
Fran Lamb Urmann show us her Christmas photo.
Chris Mueller and his family show off their Christmas pjs.
Allison Conway Mercer and her friends send out a Christmas hello.
Adam Ravenstahl and family visit with Santa Claus.
Kristen Domian shows off her smile.
Tim Sanker and his new wife Lora are all smiles on their wedding day.
Class of 2004
Maggie Kutschbach Bailey and family visit Santa Claus.
Justin
Manhood and his family are ready for Christmas.
Paul Schacht naps with his animal friends
after a tough day in class.
Kelly Hont shows off her profile picture.
Scottie Hopkinson and his family share their Christmas photo.
Class of 2005
Ali Rittle Leonberg and her family get ready for Santa.
Class of 2007
Maria Nist Baker and her daughter enjoy a warm drink on a cold day.
Aaron Smetanka and Kristen Simon Smetanka ('07) celebrate the season with
their little one.
Class of 2008
Kari Cabin is all smiles this Christmas season.
Liz Leonard ('14) and her sister Abby get into the Christmas spirit.
Tina Ferrari shows off her Christmas tree.
Bob Tacey is off to do some holiday shopping.
Congratulations to Collin Gefert on his induction as a Pittsburgh fire fighter.
Joe Lamb visits with his nephew and niece.
Hayley Sullivan and fellow classmate Megan Prybl enjoy the snowy weather.
Congratulations to Alexis McGregor on receiving her nursing degree.
Miranda Jirsa and her fiancé Reed McLaughlin ('10) enjoy a drink to celebrate the season.
Mae Taggerty has joined the sales team of Brook Source, an IT employment placement service. In addition Mae is still running her own business, Confidence Box. She resides in Milwaukee.
Thanks to Carmen DiGiacomo ('59), Bob Gierl ('66),Christine Divosvic ('94), Jim Eberz ('64), Medio Monti
('75), Tana Trimbur ('94), Duane Randa ('70),
and Kathy Strahler Manno ('89) for sending information and pictures to us.
If
you have news/photos you want to share with classmates send them to alumni news.
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Last Month's Flashback
This picture was found in the 1989 yearbook. The young men are (l-r): Tyler Timko, Ernie Brown, and Keith Younger. They have signed their letters of intent to play football at Duke, Syracuse, and Kent State respectively. Their parents are behind them as are Coach Denny Fedigan (3rd from the left) and Principal Jim DeTrude (2nd from the right).
Kathy Strahler Manno ('89) was able to identify all the people except for Coach Fedigan and knew it had to do with something athletic. Kristin Curtain Nestor ('91) knew the guys were signing letters of intent.
This Month's Flashback
Who are these guys? What do they represent? Send us your answers or your guesses
here.
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Request for Prayers |
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Your prayers have been requested for
Frank Brace
('49) who is in the Sunrise Nursing Home.
Please pray for
Denise Enzerra
('82)
Connie Cahill ('59) needs our prayers as he recovers from a stroke
Your prayers are requested for
Michael (Mickey) Kavanaugh
('59) who is in poor health.
Keep
Naomi Yeskey
('82) in your prayers as she faces a second hip replacement.
Please pray for Bob Rathke
('59).
General Michael Hayden ('63) is recovering from a stroke. Please keep him in your prayers.
Tracy Yoest Smith ('98) has requested prayers for her sister
Becky Yoest
('07).
Gerard Boeh ('52) has been ill. Please keep him in your prayers.
Prayers have been requested for Andrew Mager ('53)
Please pray for Fred Arden ('59) and his wife Mary.
A request for prayers for
Bill Niederst
('59) as he continues to struggle with illness has been made by classmate
Ken Rozycki.
Let us know of any alumni who should be included in our prayers by sending us an email by clicking
here.
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Military Legacy Scholarship
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The school has initiated a Military Legacy Scholarship in honor of all alumni who have served in our nation's military forces.
The goal is to raise over $25,000 and to provide a $1,000 scholarship annually. The scholarship will be awarded annually to the student provided certain benchmarks are met. Every four years (or sooner) it will be awarded to another incoming 9th grade student.
Congratulations to this year's recipient, Douglas Joseph.
In early November, contributions surpassed the $20,000 mark. A large part of this was due to the Class of 1954. As part of the celebration of their 65th reunion, the members of the class decided to raise money for the Military Legacy Scholarship. Their efforts raised $7,000 for the fund. A check was presented by Paul Kress and Florian Bechtold to the school at the Annual Military Salute.
A special thank you to Joe Kuhn and members of the Class of 1954 who made this possible. We would also like to say thank you to all of our alumni who have contributed to this scholarship since its inception, including the Class of 1989 who recently made a donation in memory of classmate and recent Hall of Fame Inductee, Mark W. Melcher (NC '89). Mark was killed while serving in Iraq in 2006. The class of '89 made a donation following their 30th reunion in November. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
All money will be used to provide educational opportunities to a student. To honor those who served, please consider a contribution in any amount to the new Military Legacy Scholarship. If you wish, you may make a contribution in someone's honor/memory. Donations can be made by sending checks payable to North Catholic, write "North Catholic Military Scholarship" in the memo, and mail to:
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
ATTN: Development Office
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Kathy Monti Memorial Scholarship
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Kathy Hickey Monti's limitless love and passion for helping others was apparent to everybody she met. Her pride for North Catholic began in 1973, when her high school closed and she enrolled in the first co-ed class at North as a junior. Kathy led the charge to keep her school's basketball team together. As a standout guard and the very first team captain of North's first women's basketball program, Kathy and her fellow Trojanettes began a women's basketball dynasty that is alive and continues to thrive today. Following her graduation from North in 1975, Kathy played basketball in college and served as team captain and leader. Soon, she was recruited to come back to North and take on the role of Assistant Basketball Coach for the girl's team and with Coach Don Barth, her mentor, friend and former coach, led them to win multiple state championships. When North opened in Cranberry Township, Kathy continued to volunteer her time at the new school that she loved so dearly until her last breath. In 2017, just before her death, Kathy was voted unanimously into the North Catholic Hall of Fame. Kathy will long be remembered for her impact on hundreds of lives as a teacher, an assistant basketball coach and female role model for girls in athletics.
To continue Kathy's legacy and mission in life of helping others, a scholarship has been established in her name. More than $20,000 has already been raised. The purpose of the Kathy Monti Memorial Scholarship is to provide financial support for a young woman who possesses the same leadership qualities that Kathy demonstrated in her life. In order to finance this scholarship and celebrate Kathy's life, we hope you can join us by donating. Checks can be sent payable to North Catholic with "Kathy Monti Scholarship Fund" in the Memo and mailed to North Catholic High School, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
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The John Latuilippe Memorial Scholarship
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The John Latuilippe Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to
Adrian Hightower
- NC class of 2020. Thank you to all who have donated.
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Class of 1959 Scholarship
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The NCHS Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund has awarded $4,400 Scholarships for the 2019-20 School Year to
Canaan Branch and Tess Myers.
The Fund has awarded scholarships totaling $63,800 to seven recipients since the inception of the Fund. Contributions to the Fund can be made at any time and should be sent to the North Catholic Foundation, North Catholic High School, ATTN: Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066. If you would like more information about the Fund, please contact Joe Blitzko (
[email protected]), Dick Halleran (
[email protected]), or Mike Conroy (
[email protected]
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Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship
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The Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship continues to grow. To date, our classmates have raised over $16,000 in donations and pledges.
We need the help of our classmates to grow the scholarship fund. Classmates wishing to contribute can contact Walt Quinn ([email protected]) or Dan Wolovich ([email protected]). If we can get more of our classmates to step up and help keep our legacy scholarship fund growing, there is no end to what the money can do to help a student to get the great education that North provided to us and continues to do so today. No contribution is too small. Thanks to TOM HENCHAR and BILL GUBANIC for their recent donations and to BOB COLBERT
for
his continued monthly donations. Bob Colbert has been making a small monthly donation for the past three years that is put on his credit card. As Bob said, "it's less that the cost of a bottle of wine." If you would like to contribute a small monthly amount via your credit card, contact Amber Nicotra Morrison
to set it up.
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Military Alumni
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Thanks to many of you, our list of alumni who have served in our nation's military services has grown to almost 1,500. We thank all of you who have taken the time to help us with this endeavor. Perhaps you have noticed that recently an asterisk has been added next to name of more than two dozen individuals on the list. This indicates the individual died while in the military, either Killed in Action or a non-battle death. There may be more alumni who died while serving. If you know of someone that should have the asterisk added next to their name please let us know. We will always appreciate your efforts to help us update this honor roll of our alumni.
Thank you to all of our alumni for their service to our country!
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Planned Giving
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Planned giving is a wonderful way to prepare for the day we depart this life and enter into God's kingdom. By planning ahead, you can provide opportunities to young men and women by supporting North Catholic. Planned giving allows us to help continue the work of Christ and pass on our traditions and Catholic Marianist values. Gifts can be specified in one's will as either a dollar amount of a stated percentage of one's estate. A growing number of alumni have taken this step and discovered a great sense of joy and satisfaction that they are helping families. If you are interested in finding out more, contact Amber Nicotra Morrison in the Development Office at [email protected] or by calling 412-321-4823
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Luke 12:34
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Reunions
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ALL reunion updates will ALSO be available on the school's website, northcatholic.org or by clicking
here!
The class of 1965 is planning a picnic in June of 2020 to mark the 55th anniversary of our graduation from North. We are hoping to have it on Saturday, June 5, 2020 - the date we graduated 55 years ago. Save the date in early June of next year and look for further news.
NC Class of 1989
The 30th reunion for the class of 1989 took place on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Seib's Pub. Here are a few photos
Heather Eyerman and Kelly Waddle share the good times.
NC Class of 1994
The 25th reunion for the class of 1994 was held Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 at Giovanni's Bar and Restaurant.
Here are some pictures.
The classes of 2010, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1980, and 1970 will celebrate their 10th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 40th, and 50th reunions. Let us know about reunion plans so that we can spread the word.
Check out the latest school news a few pages down!
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Shop Amazon and support NORTH!
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Please consider supporting North students while shopping online!
North Catholic High School
is now fully registered and eligible for your
support through AMAZON!
Just follow the link below and choose
North Catholic High School
to receive the .5% donation on all of your
Amazon purchases.
As always, thank you for your continued support!
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SUPPORT CATHOLIC EDUCATION
Our children are worth it...Our future depends on it!
Do you have a business that pays corporate taxes in Pennsylvania? You could be be eligible to apply for tax credits and help with tuition assistance for families and children wishing to attend Catholic schools, like North Catholic High School. And another benefit? There is little or no cost to your company. The EITC program allows business owners to divert state tax dollars to support our school. This means the money you are obligated to pay in state taxes can go directly to provide student scholarships and financial aid to help students.
For more information on how you can help children receive a quality education, please visit
this website or call 412-456-3085. The website has everything you need including the state application, answers to frequently asked questions and a calculator to estimate your cost and tax credit.
Many thanks to our generous EITC contributors:
FLYNN'S TIRE GROUP
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PA
GILMICHER GROUP
HAND & UPPER EX CENTER
HUNTINGTON BANK
THE LYNCH LAW GROUP, LLC
MAHER DUESSEL
MONARK STUDENT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
THERMOFLO EQUIPMENT CO., INC.
WRIGHT HYUNDAI, INC
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Online giving to North Catholic is fast, secure and easy! Because tuition alone does not fully cover the cost of educating our students, we are grateful for every gift made to the Annual Fund, Capital Campaign, Scholarships and various fundraisers. Every gift benefits our students and stays at North Catholic. Please accept our deepest gratitude on behalf of the young men and women who will benefit most from your generosity.
EVERY gift stays at North Catholic.
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North in the News
School News
The annual Christmas on Troy Hill was held December 15th. Students hosted
families from the area and passed out gifts, socialized with the guests, and entertained the crowd with song. There was even a visit from Santa Claus.
Congratulations to Mrs Kelli Marker who was invited to help decorate the White House over Thanksgiving weekend.
Proud fathers Jonathan Hoffman and Mick Palsey hold their newest additions to the North Catholic family. They are future Trojans class of 2038.
The Robotics Team 5740, the Trojanators, helped to make Christmas a little brighter by donating adaptive toys to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh and the
Lemieux Fmily Center. The team adapted toys with special buttons, lights and vibrations making them appropriate for medically fragile children.
The Science of Cooking class brought in family cookies recipes to make, taste, and exchange with classmates.
Music Department News
Congratulations to Skyler Moon ('22) who was accepted to be the All State Harpist for the 2020 orchestra concert to be held in the Pocanos in April. Since the move to Cranberry, this is the first time an NC student has been accepted to the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association All State Festival.
The marching band traveled to Disney World and performed in the parade down Main Street.
Forensics News
Congratulations to Thomas O'Toole ('21) who finished 10th place overall in POI competition at the Patriot Games held at GMU. This was the first attempt by the school at this 20 state competition.
Drama Department News
Don't forget to save the date for the spring musical on April 17, 18, and 19.
Trojan Athletes of the Month
Dominique Felix Andrew Schafale
Volleyball Cross Country
Athletic Signing Day
Dominic Prentice signed a letter of intent to play football at NCAA D1 school, Sacred Heart University/
Trojan Football
Congratulations to these players who made the 3A Big East all conference first team:
Zack Rocco - quarterback
Nick Maher - wide receiver
Dominic Prentice - guard and defensive line
Mathias Benson - linebacker
Isiah Jackson - defensive back
Trojan Girls Basketball
The Girls Trojanettes are undefeated and ranked #1 in 4A.
Senior players received their jerseys during a celebration before the season's opening game.
Over Thanksgiving they played in the She Got Game Classic in Springfield, Virginia. There were 136 teams from 12 states competing. The Trojanettes defeated North Point, Maryland and Conrad School of Science from Delaware in the two games they played.
Trojan Boys Basketball
The Trojans are the #2 in 3A in the most recent PG poll.
Trojan Hockey
The team earned their first playoff spot since 2003. Currently, they have lost one game this season.
Trivia Answers
1. Richie Havens was the first performer to take the stage at Woodstock.
2. Sarah Palin was John McCain's running mate in 2008.
3. PJ Fulmore scored the winning points in the state title game.
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With over 14,000 graduates world-wide, we strive to spread as much news as we can! If you have personal news, accomplishments, ideas about topics, articles, stories or alumni profiles for our newsletter, please share them with us at
[email protected].
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Thank you for your continued support!
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