John Nuchereno '17

With a cool breeze flowing through Postell Stadium, the Jesuit rugby team warmed up for their first home game of the season.  The forwards practicing line outs, the backs running plays, the thirst for victory swept over each player.  As the clock ticked down, the players united under the goal post and performed the Jesuit “yell,” their Jesuit pride...

Playoffs: A time when you finally get to see if your hard work will pay off. All those hours training on the mat and in the weight room. Every single word of coaching that has been given to you. It all comes down to one final match. Three members of the Jesuit Wrestling team, Derek Dumbrigue '18, Philip Villalba '18,...

The Jesuit basketball team rushes down the court, breaking their opponent's full court press as Ben Kunasek ’16 drives to the top of the key.  Picking up two defenders, the crafty point guard dishes the ball to an open Mitch Prendergast ’17 on the right wing, who drains another effortless swish to further extend the Rangers' large lead. On Tuesday, February 9th the Rangers...

The district tournament, the culmination of the season, and a chance to be recognized for the infinite hours of tireless practice on the mat has finally arrived.  It is all in, succeed or go home, especially for senior Matt Schonberg who must win to keep his Jesuit wrestling career alive. On Saturday, January 6th the Jesuit wrestlers traveled to Richardson...

Bus after bus shuttles into the Jesuit parking lot, marking the annual Frank Halloran Classic.  Teams from San Antonio to Highland Park all find their way to 12345 Inwood Road to compete in this year’s prestigious tournament.  Tensions are high between the twenty schools, each eager to get on the mat and fight for the first place title. The 20th annual...

As 7:30 approaches, students dressed in gold fill the stands on the night of the Jesuit Gold Out game versus W.T. White.  The teams take the court, followed by a galvanizing roar from the student section.  The game begins, and chants fill the air.  Michael Jankovich ’18 buries a three-pointer in the face of his opponent, solidifying Jesuit’s lead...

Junior Blake Heckel grapples with his opponent, attempting to turn him on his back.  Sweat drips down his nose as exhaustion creeps throughout his body; however, his hold is unrelenting, for any hesitation or any short rest will allow his opponent to break free. The seconds tick by, and the Skyline Raider finally submits, his back planted firmly on...

Lining up in the center of the mat, Jonah Brunel ‘17 faces his Berkner opponent, anticipating the beginning of the match.  The referee begins the match, and Brunel immediately pounces on his opponent, taking him to the ground.  The two struggle on the mat, trying to roll each other over on their backs.  Brunel gains the upper hand, pinning...