AFJROTC cadets had the opportunity to visit Robert Morris University today for an outstanding college and career exploration experience!
Cadets explored academic pathways in nursing, engineering, and fine arts, speaking directly with faculty and students about what it takes to succeed in each field. They also learned about leadership development and scholarship opportunities through Army ROTC, gaining valuable insight into how military service can help fund a college education.
Experiences like this expand horizons, build goals, and connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities. We are proud of our cadets for representing our program with professionalism and enthusiasm! #Prep
Cadets explored academic pathways in nursing, engineering, and fine arts, speaking directly with faculty and students about what it takes to succeed in each field. They also learned about leadership development and scholarship opportunities through Army ROTC, gaining valuable insight into how military service can help fund a college education.
Experiences like this expand horizons, build goals, and connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities. We are proud of our cadets for representing our program with professionalism and enthusiasm! #Prep
Fr. Ben presented to students about living out their faith in high school during today’s Campus Ministry lunches. He talked about the courage it takes to live out their faith in high school and reminded them that they are missionaries to their peers. He also focused on the importance of relying on Jesus in the Eucharist. Students had a great discussion talking about their faith experience in solidarity! #Prep #Faith ✝️
Yesterday, Gannon Campus Minister Statia Sullivan Brown ’99VMA and students from Gannon spoke to our seniors about living their faith in college. #Prep #Faith ✝️
Mr. Pintea’s Financial Planning students spent the week building career readiness skills by sharpening their job interview techniques. The week concluded with mock interviews featuring members of our Prep staff as candidates. A special thank you to Mrs. Seip, Mrs. Musi, SMSgt. Bozeman, and Col. Moses for volunteering their time and supporting our students’ professional growth! #Prep
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Wednesday, February 5:
• Girls varsity basketball won their PIAA subregional matchup against Punxsutawney, 49-12. Natalie Spano had 12 points. Leah Nies scored 11 points, while Seana Thrower had 10 points. They take on Obama Academy on Saturday at the Joann Mullen Gymnasium. Tip off is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. 🏀
• Girls varsity basketball won their PIAA subregional matchup against Punxsutawney, 49-12. Natalie Spano had 12 points. Leah Nies scored 11 points, while Seana Thrower had 10 points. They take on Obama Academy on Saturday at the Joann Mullen Gymnasium. Tip off is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. 🏀
Congratulations to Max Spaulding ’26. He has committed to play football next season on scholarship at Slippery Rock University. Spaulding was a two-year varsity starter on both lines for the Ramblers. He projects as an offensive lineman at the next level. #Prep #RollRamblers #StudentAthlete 🏈
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Tuesday, February 24:
• Boys varsity basketball advanced to the D-10 title game with a 95-69 victory over Hickory. Nando Mirarchi paced the Ramblers with 26 points. Ahmari Horton had 23 points, while Michael Thompson scored 20 points. Ashton Wilbur scored 13 points, all of which were in the third quarter. Sharon awaits in the title game on Friday. 🏀
• Boys varsity basketball advanced to the D-10 title game with a 95-69 victory over Hickory. Nando Mirarchi paced the Ramblers with 26 points. Ahmari Horton had 23 points, while Michael Thompson scored 20 points. Ashton Wilbur scored 13 points, all of which were in the third quarter. Sharon awaits in the title game on Friday. 🏀
Congratulations to Connor Laird ’26. He has committed to play golf next season on scholarship at Mercyhurst University. As one of the top players in the program all four years, Laird led the Ramblers to a pair of team state runner-up finishes, as well as three team D-10 titles. #Prep #RollRamblers #StudentAthlete ⛳
Members of Show Choir were at Dubois Area High School this past weekend for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) Region II Chorus Festival. They were led by guest conductor Frank Bianchi from Baldwin Wallace University and Cleveland Orchestra Chorus. These 160 top musicians from Region II rehearsed and performed an amazing concert that concluded the festival. Theresa Ferraro ’27, Bella Speros ’26, Christian Mungarurire ’27, and Lincoln Laquidara ’27 prepared a folder of music for the auditions that began the festival. In these auditions, students from across all six regions in Pennsylvania auditioned for the top spots at the All-State level. Congratulations to all four of our singers, as well as our Music Director Mr. Alesso. All four placed in the top ten in their sections! In addition, Theresa Ferraro and Bella Speros placed high in their sections and secured their spot at the PMEA All-State level. Congratulations to these two on being two-time All-State musicians! They will be attending States in April at the Kalahari Resort in the Poconos. #Prep #ShowChoir #AllState 🎶
Congratulations to Ellen Hutchinson ’27. Her microfiction story, “Dakota?,” was selected by Young Writers USA for publication in the Fright Club 2025 – Twilight Terrors anthology! Great work, Ellen! #Prep 📖
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Monday, February 23:
• Varsity hockey shut out Penn-Trafford, 5-0. Garrett Schwartz had a pair of goals while Vinny Scalise, Michael Corritore, and Dylan Graham also found the mesh. Chris Bruschi had two assists. Logan Morris, Hyatt Hetz, Schwartz, and Corritore also had helpers. Matei Moga secured the shutout in goal with 18 saves. 🏒
• Varsity hockey shut out Penn-Trafford, 5-0. Garrett Schwartz had a pair of goals while Vinny Scalise, Michael Corritore, and Dylan Graham also found the mesh. Chris Bruschi had two assists. Logan Morris, Hyatt Hetz, Schwartz, and Corritore also had helpers. Matei Moga secured the shutout in goal with 18 saves. 🏒
We are incredibly proud to share that Charbel Moubarak ’28 earned first place in the Microbiology category at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) competition!
As a dedicated MedPath student, he exemplifies the curiosity, discipline, and academic excellence that define our program. Competing against talented young scientists from across the state, he presented original research in microbiology and impressed judges with both his scientific understanding and professionalism.
PJAS is a prestigious statewide competition that challenges students in grades 7–12 to conduct independent scientific research and defend their findings before expert judges, a great accomplishment at any level.
His hard work, perseverance, and passion for science truly paid off. We can’t wait to see where his talents take him next. Join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! #Prep #MedPath #PJAS 🔬
As a dedicated MedPath student, he exemplifies the curiosity, discipline, and academic excellence that define our program. Competing against talented young scientists from across the state, he presented original research in microbiology and impressed judges with both his scientific understanding and professionalism.
PJAS is a prestigious statewide competition that challenges students in grades 7–12 to conduct independent scientific research and defend their findings before expert judges, a great accomplishment at any level.
His hard work, perseverance, and passion for science truly paid off. We can’t wait to see where his talents take him next. Join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! #Prep #MedPath #PJAS 🔬
Cathedral Prep Weekend Athletics Roundup:
• BACK-TO-BACK! Congratulations to Ted Terrizzi. For the second straight year, he won the D-10 AA Diving title at McDowell Intermediate High School. Brother Ed Terrizzi finished right behind in second, while Michael Ferrare finished seventh overall. Ted and Ed are headed to Lewisburg for the PIAA Championship! 💦🏆
• Congratulations to the wrestling team! They captured the D-10 AA Individual tournament title. Kamdyn Borrero (139) stood atop the podium for his class. Mason Gregor (114), Sam Harrington (172), and Omar Arrington (215) took second. Davion Edmond (121), Mario Panighetti (145), and Gabe Dorman (160) all took third. Bode Terry (189) finished fifth, while Max Spaulding (285) finished sixth. 🤼🏆
• Boys varsity basketball advanced to the District 10 semifinals with their 85-61 win over Oil City. Nando Mirarchi led all scorers with 31 points. Michael Thompson had 19 points. Ashton Wilbur scored 14 points, while Ahmari Horton finished with 13. They take on Hickory tomorrow night at 6:00 p.m. at Mercyhurst University. 🏀
• Indoor track took part in the NEOITC All-Star Meet at SPIRE. Fina Bannister finished second in the 800m. Makayla Stutts took sixth. Anne-Catherine Brown finished third in the 1600m, while Sophie Becker finished eighth. Zita Schiedel finished third in the 3200m. Will English finished eighth in the 800m for the boys. The Ramblers also participated in the TSTCA Indoor Championship at Edinboro. The girls 4x800 relay finished third. English finished fifth in the 800m. 👟
• BACK-TO-BACK! Congratulations to Ted Terrizzi. For the second straight year, he won the D-10 AA Diving title at McDowell Intermediate High School. Brother Ed Terrizzi finished right behind in second, while Michael Ferrare finished seventh overall. Ted and Ed are headed to Lewisburg for the PIAA Championship! 💦🏆
• Congratulations to the wrestling team! They captured the D-10 AA Individual tournament title. Kamdyn Borrero (139) stood atop the podium for his class. Mason Gregor (114), Sam Harrington (172), and Omar Arrington (215) took second. Davion Edmond (121), Mario Panighetti (145), and Gabe Dorman (160) all took third. Bode Terry (189) finished fifth, while Max Spaulding (285) finished sixth. 🤼🏆
• Boys varsity basketball advanced to the District 10 semifinals with their 85-61 win over Oil City. Nando Mirarchi led all scorers with 31 points. Michael Thompson had 19 points. Ashton Wilbur scored 14 points, while Ahmari Horton finished with 13. They take on Hickory tomorrow night at 6:00 p.m. at Mercyhurst University. 🏀
• Indoor track took part in the NEOITC All-Star Meet at SPIRE. Fina Bannister finished second in the 800m. Makayla Stutts took sixth. Anne-Catherine Brown finished third in the 1600m, while Sophie Becker finished eighth. Zita Schiedel finished third in the 3200m. Will English finished eighth in the 800m for the boys. The Ramblers also participated in the TSTCA Indoor Championship at Edinboro. The girls 4x800 relay finished third. English finished fifth in the 800m. 👟
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, February 19:
• Varsity hockey fell to Armstrong, 8-1. Jaxson Estel scored the lone goal. Matei Moga made 18 saves in net. 🏒
• Varsity hockey fell to Armstrong, 8-1. Jaxson Estel scored the lone goal. Matei Moga made 18 saves in net. 🏒
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Wednesday, February 18:
• Girls varsity basketball defeated Cardinal O’Hara (NY), 63-30, in their regular season finale. Natalie Spano led the way with 13 points. Leah Nies and Mia Washburn each had 12 points, while Seana Thrower led the Ramblers with eight assists. They kick off the playoffs next Wednesday against Punxsutawney in a home subregional. 🏀
• Girls varsity basketball defeated Cardinal O’Hara (NY), 63-30, in their regular season finale. Natalie Spano led the way with 13 points. Leah Nies and Mia Washburn each had 12 points, while Seana Thrower led the Ramblers with eight assists. They kick off the playoffs next Wednesday against Punxsutawney in a home subregional. 🏀
Today, our Cathedral Prep family begins the journey of Lent together — marked with ashes, grounded in humility, and strengthened by hope in Christ. #Prep #AshWednesday ✝️
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Tuesday, February 17:
• Varsity hockey fell to Bishop McCort, 5-1. Chris Bruschi scored the lone goal of an assist by Brady Sack. Matei Moga made 36 saves in net. 🏒
• Varsity hockey fell to Bishop McCort, 5-1. Chris Bruschi scored the lone goal of an assist by Brady Sack. Matei Moga made 36 saves in net. 🏒
Faculty at Prep and Mother Teresa Academy had the opportunity to be on retreat together last Friday for moments of recharge. Led by Dr. Tim Hogan, psychologist/author/teacher, faculty and staff members had the opportunity to reflect on relationships through conversation and moments of reflection. The retreat helped dive further into our school year theme of “Be the Light,” and culminated in Mass with Fr. Ben as the celebrant. A special thank you to Gannon for use of their facilities and to the Catholic Foundation of Northwest PA who helped with sponsoring our presenter for the day. #Prep #MTA #Family
Cathedral Prep Holiday Weekend Athletics Roundup:
• Girls varsity basketball won their regular season home finale, avenging an earlier loss to North Tonawanda (NY), 45-39. Grace Orlando led the team with 12 points. Natalie Spano had 11 points to go with 12 rebounds. Leah Nies finished with eight points. 🏀
• Boys basketball swept Erie High. Varsity closed out their regular season with a 78-66 victory over the Royals. Nando Mirarchi led the way with 28 points. Michael Thompson had 17 points. Ashton Wilbur had 14 points, while Ahmari Horton finished with 12 points. The Ramblers finished with a perfect 6-0 slate in their Region. JV won their matchup, 63-57. Karson Biel had 26 points to lead the way. Demario Smith had 14 points. Ben Dougherty scored 12 points. Eli Elwell had 11 points. 🏀
• Wrestling won the D-10 AA Section 1 tournament. Davion Edmond (121), Kamdyn Borrero (139), Omar Arrington (215), and Max Spaulding (285) won their classes. Mario Panighetti (145) finished second. Mason Gregor (114), Gabe Dorman (160), Sam Harrington (172), and Bode Terry (189) finished in third place. Jourian Crockett (127) and Luke Benedict (152) took fifth, while Sawyer King (133) finished seventh. 🤼
• Indoor track took part in their fourth TSTCA meet at Edinboro. Anne-Catherine Brown won the 3000m. Zita Schiedel took fifth. Fina Bannister took third in the 800m, while Reagan Johnston took sixth. Sophie Becker finished seventh in the mile, while Makayla Stutts finished seventh in the 400m. Tamaria Knight took ninth in the long jump. The distance medley relay of Bannister, Johnston, Stutts, and Brown finished second. 👟
• Varsity hockey split their games over the weekend. They defeated Holy Name (OH), 5-1. Jonah Wyant, Chris Bruschi, Kellan McGuire, Hyatt Hetz, and Vinny Scalise scored. Logan Morris had three assists. Nathan Hanel, Hetz, Bruschi, and Brady Sack also had assists. Matei Moga made 23 saves in net. They would fall to Harbor Creek on Senior Night, 3-2. Henry Fritts and Bruschi scored for the Ramblers. Michael Corritore and Rory Callaghan had assists. Moga made 27 saves. 🏒
• Girls varsity basketball won their regular season home finale, avenging an earlier loss to North Tonawanda (NY), 45-39. Grace Orlando led the team with 12 points. Natalie Spano had 11 points to go with 12 rebounds. Leah Nies finished with eight points. 🏀
• Boys basketball swept Erie High. Varsity closed out their regular season with a 78-66 victory over the Royals. Nando Mirarchi led the way with 28 points. Michael Thompson had 17 points. Ashton Wilbur had 14 points, while Ahmari Horton finished with 12 points. The Ramblers finished with a perfect 6-0 slate in their Region. JV won their matchup, 63-57. Karson Biel had 26 points to lead the way. Demario Smith had 14 points. Ben Dougherty scored 12 points. Eli Elwell had 11 points. 🏀
• Wrestling won the D-10 AA Section 1 tournament. Davion Edmond (121), Kamdyn Borrero (139), Omar Arrington (215), and Max Spaulding (285) won their classes. Mario Panighetti (145) finished second. Mason Gregor (114), Gabe Dorman (160), Sam Harrington (172), and Bode Terry (189) finished in third place. Jourian Crockett (127) and Luke Benedict (152) took fifth, while Sawyer King (133) finished seventh. 🤼
• Indoor track took part in their fourth TSTCA meet at Edinboro. Anne-Catherine Brown won the 3000m. Zita Schiedel took fifth. Fina Bannister took third in the 800m, while Reagan Johnston took sixth. Sophie Becker finished seventh in the mile, while Makayla Stutts finished seventh in the 400m. Tamaria Knight took ninth in the long jump. The distance medley relay of Bannister, Johnston, Stutts, and Brown finished second. 👟
• Varsity hockey split their games over the weekend. They defeated Holy Name (OH), 5-1. Jonah Wyant, Chris Bruschi, Kellan McGuire, Hyatt Hetz, and Vinny Scalise scored. Logan Morris had three assists. Nathan Hanel, Hetz, Bruschi, and Brady Sack also had assists. Matei Moga made 23 saves in net. They would fall to Harbor Creek on Senior Night, 3-2. Henry Fritts and Bruschi scored for the Ramblers. Michael Corritore and Rory Callaghan had assists. Moga made 27 saves. 🏒
Cathedral Prep Athletics Roundup for Thursday, February 12:
• Boys swimming & diving completed the season sweep of McDowell with a 102-84 victory. Thomas Fortin, Jackman Callaway, Jack Raimy, Leighton Leeds, and Ben Camera all won events. Ted Terrizzi captured the diving competition. 🏊♂️
• Girls varsity basketball rolled to a 67-19 win over Erie High. Leah Nies and Natalie Spano each had 16 points, while Mia Washburn finished with nine points. 🏀
• Varsity hockey picked up a huge 10-0 win over Baldwin. Chris Bruschi scored a pair of goals. Brady Sack, Hyatt Hetz, Garrett Schwartz, Jonah Wyant, Michael Corritore, Vinny Scalise, Dylan Graham, and Logan Morris also scored. Morris and Sack each had two assists. Hetz, Scalise, Dominic Fornelli, Corritore, Luke Teed, and Cameron Friedrichsmeyer also had assists. Matei Moga earned the shutout with 21 saves in goal. 🏒
• Girls swimming & diving lost a tough one to McDowell, 93-90. Jaslene Cage won four events. Aubrey Bender was a triple winner. Kara Sanders and Kendal Johnston each won two events. 🏊♀️
• Boys swimming & diving completed the season sweep of McDowell with a 102-84 victory. Thomas Fortin, Jackman Callaway, Jack Raimy, Leighton Leeds, and Ben Camera all won events. Ted Terrizzi captured the diving competition. 🏊♂️
• Girls varsity basketball rolled to a 67-19 win over Erie High. Leah Nies and Natalie Spano each had 16 points, while Mia Washburn finished with nine points. 🏀
• Varsity hockey picked up a huge 10-0 win over Baldwin. Chris Bruschi scored a pair of goals. Brady Sack, Hyatt Hetz, Garrett Schwartz, Jonah Wyant, Michael Corritore, Vinny Scalise, Dylan Graham, and Logan Morris also scored. Morris and Sack each had two assists. Hetz, Scalise, Dominic Fornelli, Corritore, Luke Teed, and Cameron Friedrichsmeyer also had assists. Matei Moga earned the shutout with 21 saves in goal. 🏒
• Girls swimming & diving lost a tough one to McDowell, 93-90. Jaslene Cage won four events. Aubrey Bender was a triple winner. Kara Sanders and Kendal Johnston each won two events. 🏊♀️
