Cathedral Preparatory School

The Ramblers hit the road once again tonight looking to remain undefeated as we hit the halfway point in the season. They take on Oil City in another Region matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at The Oil Field.

This week, there are several ways to watch/listen to the game if you are unable to make it in person:

📺 Oil City NFHS Network (https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/oil-city-area-senior-high-school-oil-city-pa/gam9f243c2a78?utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=video_share) [Subject to a fee.]

📻 Jet Radio 1400 AM (https://jetradio1400.iheart.com/)

We hope you can tune in and cheer on the Ramblers from wherever you call home! 🏈

Sophomores were on retreat at the Hagerty Family Events Center on Tuesday. They began the day by hearing from Interim President Mr. Ladouceur about courage. After experiencing the sacrament of confession, sophomores participated in various activities led by junior and senior leaders. The day finished with Mass with Fr. Ben. There, he encouraged them to be courageous enough to get involved in more activities and to engage in life at Prep! #Prep #Classof2029 #Family

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, September 24:

• Girls volleyball swept Northwestern. Varsity picked up a straight set victory over the Wildcats, 3-0. Kamryn Resurreccion had five aces, 30 assists, two kills, and 11 digs. Colette Speros had an ace, four digs, and 14 kills. Kharhys Nickson had an ace, eight kills, two blocks, and two digs. Ellen Hutchinson had two aces, five kills, and four digs. Nora Marsh had four aces, six kills, and four digs. Ella Snippert had three kills, while Paige Patsy finished with three assists, seven digs, and one kill. JV won their match in three sets, 2-1. Ambra Swyers had seven aces and 13 assists. Kendall Krahe had three aces, six assists, five kills, and six digs. Elizabeth Hutchinson had an ace, six kills, and 11 digs. Anna Blanchard had six kills, while Taylor Benacci had two aces and five kills. Natalie Thomas had two kills and an assist. Mia Johnson finished with an assist and two digs, while Violetta Paris had seven aces. 🏐
• Boys soccer swept North East. Varsity defeated the Grape Pickers, 1-0. James DiSanza scored the game-winner off an assist from Ethan Cain. Breese Stoeger secured the shutout in goal. JV also earned a shutout victory, 2-0. Bentley Vereb and Xavier Martinez scored for the Ramblers. ⚽

Today, eight AFJROTC cadets took to the skies with the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), flying aboard a Cessna 182 as part of CAP’s orientation flight program!

These flights give our cadets the opportunity to experience aviation firsthand, learn about aircraft operations, and see aerospace concepts come to life outside the classroom.

A huge thank you to the Civil Air Patrol pilots and volunteers who continue to provide these incredible opportunities for our cadets! #CivilAirPatrol 🛩️

Congratulations to Makayla Stutts ’27. She has verbally committed to run cross country and track next year at @slipperyrockuniversity @rocktfxc. Over the course of her first three seasons, Makayla has helped the Ramblers win two state championships and one runner-up in cross country. #Prep #RollRamblers #Student Athlete 👟

Our MedPath and Ms. Kabasinski's Anatomy & Physiology students had an incredible opportunity to visit Gannon University’s Gross Anatomy Lab, where they were able to observe and learn from three human cadavers. Students were able to hold hearts, livers, spleens, and so much more.

We are especially grateful to the individuals who generously donated their bodies to science and education. Their extraordinary gift provides future healthcare professionals with invaluable opportunities to learn, discover, and grow.

A huge thank you to Dr. Prasad Dalvi and his teaching assistants for welcoming our students, sharing their expertise, and creating such a memorable learning experience! #Prep #MedPath ⚕️

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Wednesday, September 23:

• Girls tennis beat Warren, 4-1. Ella Fetzner and Elizabeth Hutchinson won their singles bouts. The tandems of Vivian Shames/Sophia Montagna and Lydia Honard/Addison Blakely swept doubles. 🎾
• Girls varsity soccer picked up a 1-0 win over Ft. LeBoeuf. Lauren McCormick scored the deciding goal off an assist from Jordyn DiRaimo. Jordan Senz secured the shutout in goal. ⚽

(Photos courtesy of Erie County Sports Photos – Rich Wise/Kim Gates)

⚽Calling all Prep & Villa alumni!⚽

Come out for our Alumni Game Day TONIGHT, September 23! Girls soccer takes on Ft. LeBoeuf at Dollinger Field. Stop by the alumni table in the main concourse to find Director of Alumni Relations Patrice Swick and grab a Rambler popcorn bucket, learn about upcoming events, and reconnect with fellow alumni.

📅 Wednesday, September 23
⏰ Varsity game starts at 6:00 p.m. with JV to follow
📍Dollinger Field - Hagerty Family Event Center

Come cheer on our student athletes, reconnect with old friends, and show your school spirit! We’d love to see you there! #Alumni ⚽🟠🔵

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Tuesday, September 22:

• Boys golf clinched the Region title with a 16-shot victory. Joe Prichard was the medalist, firing a one-under par 71. Sonny Washburn was second with a 73. Nik Blanchard shot a 75. Andrew Sitter shot an 81, while Jack Marz had an 82. ⛳
• Boys varsity soccer rolled to a 9-0 victory over Corry. Will Agresti scored five goals. Carter Budacki had a goal and five assists. Wesley Griffith, Luke Nolan, and Sam Leone also scored. Parker Foster and James DiSanza each had an assist. Breese Stoeger and John McCormick shared the shutout in goal. ⚽

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Monday, September 21:

• Girls varsity soccer picked up a big win over General McLane, 2-1. Anna Johnson and CC Cacchione scored for the Ramblers. Lauren McCormick had an assist. ⚽
• Girls tennis swept Erie High, 5-0. Lydia Beuchert, Elizabeth Hutchinson, and Rory Brugger won in straight sets in singles. The tandems of Ellen Hutchinson/Elena Pfister and Addison Blakely/Lydia Honard did the same in doubles. 🎾
• Girls golf finished third in their Region match at Lake View Country Club. Lillian Kilmer and Abby Miller each shot 91 to tie for third overall. Isabelle Shames shot a 108, while Claire Patsy finished carded a 116. ⛳
• JV football captured their first win of the season. They defeated Franklin, 35-0. 🏈

(Photos courtesy of Erie County Sports Photos – Rich Wise/Kim Gates)

We would like to send a special thank you to Interstate Nissan for their generous support of Cathedral Prep as a Diamond member of our Business Alliance Program at the Hagerty Family Events Center!

We are grateful for their partnership and commitment to our students and the mission of Cathedral Prep. Thank you for being a valued member of the Prep community! #Prep #BAP 🚗

Cathedral Prep Weekend Athletics Roundup:

• Varsity football rolled to a huge Region victory over Franklin, 79-6. Broegan McCarthy went 11-17 through the air for 191 yards and five touchdowns. Dennis Braendel also threw for a score and ran for one. Marco Pfister ran one in, while DaZarie Carson, Cam Sansom, Robert Brown, Eli Elwell, Tucker Palotas, and Sam Dougherty all had touchdown receptions. 🏈
• Girls tennis picked up a 4-1 win over Mt. Lebanon. Paige Patsy, Ella Fetzner, and Lydia Beuchert swept singles. The duo of Rory Brugger/Eliza Kallner won in doubles. 🎾
• Boys golf notched another Region match victory with a team score of 297 at Lake View Country Club. They won by 21 strokes over second place Fairview. Joseph Prichard fired an even par 72 to finish second overall and lead the Ramblers. Nik Blanchard's one-over par 73 earned third in individual play. Santino Washburn posted a 75. Andrew Sitter shot a 77, while Jack Marz shot an 82. ⛳
• Girls varsity soccer tied St. Mary’s (NY), 1-1. Anna Johnson scored the lone goal off an assist from CC Cacchione. ⚽
• Girls JV volleyball hosted their annual tournament. It was an all-Prep championship, as Prep 1 defeated Prep 2 in straight sets, 2-0. 🏐
• Boys water polo hosted the Calvin Behm Memorial Tournament this weekend. The Ramblers fell in their opener to Wilson, 11-4. Lochlan Snider-Mills had all four goals. Josh Bartlett made seven saves. They would lose to La Salle, 21-7. Snider-Mills scored five goals. Heath Kreidinger and Thomas Fortin also scored. Bartlett made six saves. They closed the weekend with a 16-7 defeat to North Penn. Snider-Mills once again led the way with four goals. Fortin scored twice. Kreidinger also had a goal, while Bartlett made five saves. 🤽‍♂️

(Water Polo photos courtesy of Erie County Sports Photos – Rich Wise/Kim Gates)

Our CivicsPath students took their learning beyond the classroom with a full day exploring local, county, state, and federal government. Students visited Gannon University, Erie City Hall, the Federal Courthouse, and the Erie County Courthouse, hearing directly from elected officials, judges, law enforcement, military representatives, and community leaders.

It was especially meaningful to learn from two Cathedral Prep alumni serving in our judicial system: Hon. John Melaragno ’90, U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge, and Hon. John Trucilla ’78, Judge for the Erie County Court of Common Pleas.

From a U.S. Constitution activity to conversations about leadership, law, government, and public service, our students had an incredible opportunity to see civics in action right here in our community.

Thank you to Gannon University and all of the professionals who shared their time and expertise with our students! #Prep #CivicsPath ⚖️

The Ramblers hit the road again tonight for another Region matchup. They head to Franklin to take on the Knights. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m at Franklin Stadium. If you attend the game, tickets can be purchased at the gate.

📻 The game will be broadcast on Jet Radio 1400 AM, on the iHeart Radio app, or online at https://jetradio1400.iheart.com/.

We hope you can tune in and cheer on the Ramblers from wherever you call home! 🏈

(Photo courtesy of Erie County Sports Photos - Rich Wise/Kim Gates)

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, September 17:

• Girls volleyball swept Hickory. Varsity defeated the Hornets, 3-0. Kamryn Resurreccion had 25 assists, four aces, and seven digs. Kharhys Nickson broke the school record with 10 aces. She also had nine digs, four kills, and two blocks. Coco Speros had 16 kills, one block, one ace, and seven digs. Nora Marsh had twoaces, seven kills, and seven digs. Paige Patsy had three assists, one ace, and eight digs. Alaina Sambuchino had two kills and three digs. JV won their match, 2-1. Kendall Krahe had seven assists, five kills, and nine digs. Elizabeth Hutchinson had three aces, five kills, and five digs. Ambra Swyers had an ace, nine assists, and four digs. Anna Blanchard had three kills, while Mia Johnsonhad nine digs. Taylor Benacci had an ace and two kills. Violetta Paris had three aces and five digs. 🏐
• Girls varsity soccer rolled to an 8-0 win over Titusville. Prep goals: Peyton Rodgers scored four goals. Gia Cacchione scored two goals. CC Cacchione had a goal and an assist. Amelia Brown also scored. Jordyn DiRaimo had two assists. Annalise Calvert, Alexa Senz, Nara Matson, Lauren McCormick, and Claire Delaney each had an assist. Giada Kosack secured the shutout in goal. ⚽

(Photos courtesy of Erie County Sports Photos – Rich Wise/Kim Gates)

The RV Tour: Ramblers & Victors on the Road is heading to Cleveland NEXT THURSDAY! Our Advancement Team is bringing the spirit of Cathedral Prep and Villa Maria Academy to the Cleveland area for a special alumni reception.

RV Tour Cleveland Alumni Reception:
📍 Merwin’s Wharf - 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
📅 Thursday, September 24
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Join fellow Prep & Villa alumni for an evening of connection, shared memories, and updates from campus all while celebrating Rambler and Victor pride. This reception is FREE to attend thanks to the generous sponsorship of Reeves Plumbing and Heating.

For more details and registration, visit www.cathedralprep.com/rvtourcleveland. If you know other Prep or Villa alumni in the Cleveland area, we would appreciate you passing this invitation along.

We hope to see you NEXT THURSDAY as we continue building alumni connections across the country, one city at a time. #RVTourCleveland🚙

Theories of Leadership class used balloons as a metaphor to learn about time management and setting priorities in their schedule. They ended with brainstorming and researching ways to manage their time and increase their efficiency both academically and personally.

Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Wednesday, September 16:

• Girls tennis swept Fairview, 5-0. Paige Patsy, Ella Fetzner, and Lydia Beuchert took singles. The tandems of Ellen Hutchinson/Elizabeth Hutchinson and Rory Brugger/Eliza Kallner won doubles. 🎾
• Boys soccer took on Fairview. Varsity fell to the Tigers, 3-0, while JV ended in a 0-0 tie. ⚽

Ms. Kabasinski’s Forensic Science students were busy this week. They put their investigative skills to the test as they worked through mock crime scenes. They collected evidence, analyzed clues, and used critical thinking to piece together what happened. #Prep #Forensics 🔍