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Congratulations Cheerleaders
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Crusher Cheerleaders in front of the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida
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The 2013-14 Crusher Cheerleading Squad captured 4th place at the UCA National Championships in Orlando, Florida. Prior to entering the championships, the cheerleaders participated in the World Showcase and were named World Champions.  | |
Senior Crusher Cheerleaders with the State Championship trophy
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The girls also captured first Place in the medium varsity category at the P.I.A.A. Competitive Spirit Championships in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Congratulations to Coach Dr. John Walker and the Varsity Cheerleaders on their many accomplishments!
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Basketball Playoff Update
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 The Crusher Boys' Basketball Team completed the regular season with a 15-6 record overall and a 13-3 record in the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference (LHAC). The Crushers clinched the Section 2 title and will face Bishop Carroll for the LHAC Championship on Saturday night at Richland High School (8:00 pm). The District 6 Network will be broadcasting the LHAC Championship game live. You can watch the game from your computer by visiting the following link: Live CoverageAdditionally, the boys qualified for District VI "AA" playoffs as a 6th seed and will play Central Cambria (#11) in the first round on Tuesday, February 18th at Richland High School (7:30 pm) Complete District VI Playoff Information- Boys Brackets: Link
- Week One District VI Tournament Schedule: Link
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 The Crusher Girls' Basketball Team completed the regular season with a 17-5 record overall and a 12-4 record in the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference (LHAC). The girls qualified for District VI "AA" as a 4th seed and earned a bye in the first round. The Lady Crushers will play the winner of Bellwood-Antis (#5) and Mount Union (#12). Check the athletic site for details on round two pairings. Complete District VI Playoff Information- Girls' Brackets: Link
- Week One District VI Tournament Schedule: Link
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 Nemo Trexler, a four-year letter winner on the Crusher Boys' Basketball Team, currently has 1,558 career points. Trexler needs 46 points to surpass Paul Deibert '85 (1,603 pts.) as the school's All-Time Leading Scorer. Nemo is also in the hunt for breaking several other school records. He is currently #2 - Field Goals Made (Career), #3 - Rebounds Made (Career), and #6 - Free Throws Made (Career). Keep a close eye on the Crusher Basketball Team as Nemo attempts to make history and lead the team on a playoff run. |
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1) Paul Deibert-1,603, 2) Nemo Trexler-1,558, & 4) Dan Pavlick-1,325 |
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Alumni Appreciation Night
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2014 Crusher Alumni Team Photo
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On Saturday, February 1st, Coach Murphy and the Varsity Boys' Basketball Team welcomed back former Crusher players and coaches for Alumni Appreciation Night. The alumni received special Crusher Pride t-shirts and were treated to refreshments in the newly re-opened Crusher Skybox. A great time was had by all as the Crushers defeated Johnstown, 42-39.
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Two Crushers Sign Letters of Intent
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Press Release: click
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Two members of the Bishop McCort High School football team have announced their intentions to continue their careers at the collegiate level next fall.
Christian Roman has
announced his intentions to continue his football career on an athletic scholarship at Millersville University. The Millersville Marauders are a member of the PSAC East division and are led by second year head coach Greg Breitbach.
Tyler Rugg has announced his intentions to continue his football career at Shippensburg University on athletic scholarship to play for the Red Raiders and head coach Mark Maciejewski. In 2013, Shippensburg University finished with an impressive 7-4 record in the highly competitive PSAC East Division.
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Senior Swimmers on Senior Night
Back (L-R): Sam Pesto, Collin Layton
Front (L-R): Jalynn Lopresti, Gabby Turco, Tara Wallace
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Swim Team - Season Complete
The Bishop McCort Boys' and Girls' Swim Teams both ended their seasons last month. Unfortunately, the final meet of the season was cancelled due to inclement weather. Several swimmers will compete in Districts; however, the information is not yet ready to post. Continue to check the athletic web site and Crusher social media for more information.
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Senior Members of the Crusher Hockey Team
(L-R): Noah Sakmar, Aubrey Vena, Dan Formica
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Crusher Hockey
The Varsity Crusher Hockey Team will travel to Deer Lakes on Monday, February 17th. Face off is set for 7:10 pm at the Ice Connection of Pittsburgh, Valencia. 
Dan Formica, Noah Sakmar, Connor Bunn, and Boston Bradley were named named PIHL Class A Hockey All-Stars.
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Michael P. Patcher Jr. Memorial Tournament
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Michael P. Patcher Jr.
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The 10th Annual Michael P. Patcher Jr. Memorial Junior High Basketball Tournament will be held this weekend at Bishop McCort.
2014 Tournament Schedule
Friday, February 14th
6:00 - Hollidaysburg vs. Westmont
7:15 - Bishop McCort vs. Richland
Sunday, February 16th
6:00 - Consolation
7:15 - Championship
Mike Patcher began his basketball career by leading St. Joseph's School to the Pennsylvania State Parochial Basketball Championship. St. Joseph's Elementary is the only team from our Diocese to ever win a state championship.
In 1965-66 season, Patcher led the Bishop McCort Crimson Crushers to the PCIAA State Championship. The Crushers beat the PIAA champion, Schenley High School, on their way to a historic 28-2 season.
Mike was also a three-year starter at the University of Pittsburgh, where he led the Panthers in rebounding for two consecutive seasons.
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It is with great pleasure to announce that, with the great input of many of you in our Crusher family, the Board of Trustees has selected Mr. Thomas Fleming to serve as our next Principal and Chief Administrative Officer.
Mr. Fleming, welcome to the Bishop McCort family!
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Scott Lewis ('07)
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Missing Someone?
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Monogram Club
The Bishop McCort Monogram Club is the all-inclusive booster organization for alumni, parents, and fans to support BMCHS Athletics. The Monogram Club is an expansion of the 12th Man Club that was created in 1983 to support the football program. The Monogram Club allows alumni, parents, and fans to support all Bishop McCort Catholic High School athletic programs and the marching band. Monogram Club
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The BMCHS Athletic Department is proud to announce the publication of the 2014 Winter Media Guide. The guide contains rosters, schedules, records, tributes and additional features. The books are available for purchase in the main office at school on game nights.
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2014 Baseball Camp
March 2, 9, & 19
Grades K-8
Players will have a chance to do some of the same drills that helped lead the Crushers to the 2012 State Title and District VI Championships in 2012 and 2013. In the past three seasons, the Crushers have compiled a 64-11 record, have had 7 players named to the All-State team, and have had 9 players move on to play in college.
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2014 Softball Camp
March 29 & April 5
Grades K-8
The Bishop McCort Softball Team will be holding a Pre-season Clinic. The goal of the clinic is to help prospects improve their skills and to get ready for their upcoming season. Players have the opportunity to work with the current Crusher roster and coaching staff.
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The Bishop McCort community is saddened to learn about the passing of Denny Altimore ('65). Mr. Altimore was McCort's head baseball coach from 2003-2010. He also was the radio voice of Crusher athletics for many years and the commissioner of the Johnstown AAABA League. Please keep Denny's soul and the Altimore family in your prayers during this difficult time.
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From the Sheridan Family to the BMCHS Community:
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the Bishop McCort family upon the birth of our son Owen. We feel truly blessed for the opportunity to hold and love our son. We are further blessed and greatly humbled to have received your most fervent support. Thank you for opening your hearts to us at our time of need. Your prayers have had a profound impact on our family and provided us strength and courage beyond our own. Thank You for supporting our family, "our little warrior," and the gift of life. Owen's journey is a story of God's infinite power and proof of God's creative and healing hands at work. "With God, all things are possible." (Matthew 19:26) God Bless You All.
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