Sunday, May 19, 2024

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Coming off of a state winning season to remember, the Jesuit Rangers came into the 2024 favorites against their opening opponents. The Rangers did not disappoint. Celina Pouring rain and high winds, the Rangers were hosted by Celina High School on a cold Friday evening. The Rangers struggled with the rain and constant knock-ons that would keep Celina in the game....
As the school year draws to a close, so does Rugby’s season. The season, marked by many exciting trips and challenging games, has come to a 4-7 record, with two games left. Head coach Anthony Mattacchione admits this season was “not our most productive season,” mainly due to the fact that the team had to adapt to a team...
On March 20 and March 27, Jesuit Rugby headed into arguably two of its toughest games of the year against highly ranked teams Stony Point (Rock Rugby) and Lake Travis. These two teams are perennial powerhouses and no easy challenge any year for Jesuit Rugby. Head Coach Anthony Mattacchione said these games were very important “not only for the league...
As the school year continues to pick up and the football season winds down to a finale, the Rugby team makes preparations for the start of its season in February. Many Jesuit Rugby players, faculty members, and friends alike took part in the 11th annual “Score a TRY For Humanity” blanket drive and tournament on Oct. 22 at Postell Stadium....
In their first two contests, the Jesuit Rugby team found great success, beating both Faith Family Academy and Lake Travis handily. Against FFA in the season opener, Coach Upton's varsity squad put up 84, with FFA silently responding with a mere 5 points. Against Lake Travis, however, the competition began to heat up, Lake Travis scored 14 points. Jesuit was...
As Jesuit students, we're called upon "to give and not count the cost," as according to the Prayer for Generosity. This message highlighting the time, talent, and treasure we all have to offer those less fortunate than us. In terms of treasure, many individuals myopically view their contributions limited to monetary value only. However, the Jesuit Rugby team sought...
Mardi Gras, king cake, beads, Bourbon Street, gumbo, and jambalaya are all parts of the unique New Orleans culture that the Jesuit Rugby team got to experience this past weekend. Leaving last Friday, February 10th, the team embarked on the eight-hour trip as they anticipated their scheduled scrimmages with Jesuit New Orleans and Brother Martin.  After the trip, the...
In the midst of a crazy year of COVID delays and a historic snowstorm canceling many activities, Jesuit's Rugby team triumphed over their competitors in three stunning feats. Allen Game Every school in the DFW area fears Allen as a formidable athletic force, but Jesuit's rugby team challenged such fears in a stunning 31-14 win. Notable players include Sy Mendenhall '21,...

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