Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Petersburg. He is a member of the SLUH History Departmentand is also head coach of the Track & Field program. A graduate from SLUH in 2010, he participated in the football program all four years as an offensive and defensive lineman. The high school retained the identity of St. Louis Academy on the university campus until 1924 when it moved to its own facilities and incorporated separately under the name of St. Louis University High School. The Jr. Billikens drove to the Ladue 10, but had to settle for a 27-yard field goal by Thomas Zeigler. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Luke Schuermann of SLUH makes the reception against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. With some coaches coming back, we want to make sure that there's some familiarity in the offensive, defensive, and special teams plays, said Cruz. Welcome to the family! Ladues offense kept SLUH at bay in the second half. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Jared Rhodes (7) and Ravon Brown (24) of Ladue reach up for a blocked punt against SLUH on September 6, 2019 in St. Louis. [20] Since 2011, SLUH has sponsored a Confucius Classroom which is a subdivision of Webster University's Confucius Institute. Weve gone through our whole season, our whole spring, with him, thinking he was gonna be with us. Hannahs 1-yard touchdown run came right after Hannah found Luke Ratterman for a 20-yard pass to give SLUH a 9-0 lead. There will be plenty of passes to be caught with the graduation of Chris Brooks Jr., who led the team with 49 receptions for 959 yards. Mike Lally is a theology teacher at SLUH and is also part of the cross country staff at SLUH. This was highlighted by the construction of the Robertson Library and the development of property fronting Oakland Avenue, including the football stadium and upper parking lot. SLUHs tight ends will be Iowa-bound senior Zach Ortwerth (6-5, 230) and sophomore Landon Pace (6-3, 220), the youngest son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Orlando Pace. A SLUH personal foul penalty on a punt gave Ladue the ball at midfield to start its next possession. 28. The Jesuits also moved out of the Backer Memorial building around this time and into nearby houses the school purchased: the "J-wing" then became home to the theology department, several classrooms, and the administrative offices. 7 large school: Cruz takes the reins for talented, experienced SLUH. Founded in 1818, it is the oldest secondary educational institution in the U.S. west of the Mississippi River, and one of the largest private high schools in Missouri. They stayed in, fought and got back into the game and got the victory because of it., The Ladue Rams go through pre-game stretching before their game against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Click HERE for a 2020 downloadable schedule. Like the rest of Missouri fall sports, SLUH's football team was back at practice Monday in preparation for the looming season. Kornfeld took over for Paul Martel. SLUH coach Mike Jones watches the coin toss in a high-school football game on Friday, October 15, 2021 at De Smet High School in Creve Coeur, Mo. I've got some things I want to do.. In high school, he ran at Rockhurst in Kansas City. Kevin Slattery, led implementation of first metal additive manufactured parts in aerospace, and holder of 39 patents. that St. Louis U. Fri, 9/9. Tweets. Im very excited for this year, said Cruz. Im excited to see what Coach Cruz can put together for his coaching staff, and see what we can put together for the season, said sophomore wide receiver Ryan Wingo. Benjamen Loewnau, Special to STLhighschoolsports . Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. St. Louis University . The language department has offered four-year programs in Russian and Chinese since 1964. The team continues to have its goals set high as they prepare to make a state championship push again this year, however under new leadership. David Kvidahl is a columnist for STL High School Sports. Tweets & replies. L 42-10 Box Score. Fri, 8/26. St. Louis University High School football coach Gary Kornfeld collected his 201th career victory, most in school history, with the Junior Billikens win against Vianney High School at Don Heeb Field in Kirkwood Friday, Sept. 4, 2015. At the beginning, I was coaching the freshman team under Coach Kornfeld and then I began working at the varsity level with Coach Jones as a varsity assistant, said Cruz. Cruz has been working as a coach since he came back to SLUH during his junior year of college at Saint Louis University. 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Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Members of the SLUH football team take the field before their game against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. [27] In the Post's 2016 ranking, SLUH was ranked among the top 1.2% nationwide. Prep News the weekly student-run newspaper of St. Louis U. We look forward to the next chapter in our football program as we transition leadership, SLUH principal Ian Gibbons wrote in the email. I think its only going to make us stronger, its going to bond us together, and hopefully we will be able to work for a state championship.. The bedrock of Kornfeld's approach is things get done the right way, no cutting corners. 38 Following. 1850 De La Salle Dr., St. Louis, MO, 63141 . While ensuring that the players have a good season is a top priority, Cruz also wants to establish a sense of familiarity for the upcoming season. Last chance! Mason Player had three catches for 107 yards and a score and Marzion Cosby had four catches for 60 yards while catching a touchdown pass and running for another. Click HERE for a 2020 downloadable schedule. High football coach Gary Kornfeld (second from right) poses with the three Jr. Bills who signed national letters of intent on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 in St. Louis, Mo. Senior Dillon Ramella (6-2, 215) is a three-year varsity stalwart that will play a hybrid linebacker-safety. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Area college signings: NCAA Division I and II, Area college signings: NCAA Division III, NAIA, JUCO, Cardinals send prized prospect Jordan Walker to Class AAA in curious series of moves, Rudderless ship of chaos: St. Louis judge advances Kim Gardner contempt case, What Oliver Marmols gamble in ninth vs. LA reveals about managing to spark Cardinals, How sending Jordan Walker to Class AAA is a bet clarity can correct muddled outfield: Cardinals Extra, Messenger: Kim Gardner drives the judicial bus over her employees and into the ditch, A closer on ice. Their line did a great job of blocking in the second quarter and our receivers got open.. SLUH was founded in 1818 by the bishop of St. Louis, Bishop Dubourg,[3] as a Latin school for boys known as St. Louis Academy. Likes. [21] In 1999, educational exchange programs for the study of Russian language and culture were established with schools in St. Mike Jones's Tweets. High Day Ambassador Resources. The Cadets have won 20 consecutive games against the Jr. Bills. Personally, I've known Cruz forever. Joining Wingo at wide receiver are juniors Joseph Harris (6-0, 150) and Jacobi Oliphant (6-5, 170). I am going to miss Coach Jones, said 2022 captain and offensive guard Matthew Barnes. Returning on the line are junior right tackle Gus Dames (6-4, 300), senior right guard Alex Fowler (6-4, 260), junior center Vince Chappuis (6-1, 195) and senior left tackle Matt Barnes (6-4, 280). Since he works in the building and sees us throughout the day, it makes it easier to make a real connection with him, said junior starting quarterback Marco Sansone. Hes very knowledgeable, said Muskopf. An outfield in flux. Jared Rhodes of Ladue grabs a blocked punt and returns it for a touchdown against SLUH on September 6, 2019 in St. Louis. Coach Gilmore joined the XC coaching staffin 2021, after coaching at St. Dominic High School for a number of years. Photo: Michael Urbanski '21. 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Zumwalt South), Lindbergh Tournament (vs Parkway Central), SLL Tournament (vs Lafayette, Championship Semifinal), Global Citizenship & Sustainability Committee, SLUH Global Education Opportunities-Year By Year, Bring Your Own iPad Policy (Classes of '24 and '25), Bring Your Own Device Policy (Classes of '22 and '23), School-issued Device Policy (Class of '26), Volunteer Opportunities and Board Details, Voluntary Community Service Program (CSP), Sophomore Service Experience: Class of 2025, Digital Sponsor, Patron & Billiken Backer Ads, Advanced Chinese Language and Culture Studies, Stephen Aylward 64 Fund for Social Studies, Registration Sponsorships & Player Entry, St. Louis U. He is a member of the SLUH Mathematics Departmentand ran collegiately at Earlham College. Coach Sexton has coached at SLUH since 2022. Cruz has been coaching SLUH football for the past ten years, and has gained experience as a varsity assistant for Jones. Football. [11] By composite score, it ranks among the top 7% of schools in the United States. I will strive to coach in a way where I realize that this is their team, their season.. [11], SLUH has also performed well in the Presidential Scholars Program. St. Louis U. Itll be a great year and a great learning experience with a new coach and a new quarterback. Justin Shannon. The time is right in my life, Kornfeld said. Paul Halfacre, STLhighschoolsports.com, SLUH Jr. Billikens sophomore Archie Carruthers (61) gets the sack on Lindbergh Flyers sophomore Owen Norman (6) during the Class 6 District 1 quarterfinal game on Friday October 29, 2021 at Lindbergh High School in St. Louis, MO. SLUH will wrap the regular season at Cardinal Ritter. There are always high expectations for the Jr. Billikens, but this year they have the pieces to make some serious noise. SLUH was defeated by eventual state champion and rival CBC. The Jr. Bills went 7-4 last season and advanced to a Class 6 district championship game for the first time in a decade. The team went 7-4 last season and made a push deep into the state playoffs, culminating in a district loss to CBC last November. This is not a setback at all. The physical improvements began in 2004 when the football stadium was given artificial turf[34] and a new entry boulevard to the west of the campus was constructed jointly with the adjacent St. Louis Science Center, along with a new shared parking facility. Prior to that, he coached at Chaminade high school, his alma mater. 10/28 vs SLUH. Head Coach Adam Cruz's journey with SLUH football had a humble beginning. 11-Man Football. He is a member of the SLUH Campus Ministry and Theology Departments. Jones, a former NFL player and Super Bowl champion, brings valuable coaching experience at both the high school and college level to SLUH. High stalwart said he will step down at the end of this season, his 37th with the program and 29th as head coach. SLUH coach Mike Jones walks the field while his team warms up before their game against Marquette in a Class 6 District 1 semifinal football game at Marquette High School in Clarkson Valley, Missouri on Friday, November 5, 2021. No. 2022-2023 11-Man Football Coaching Roster Share Page: Head Coach(es) Adam Cruz: Assistant Coach(es) Lorenzo Brinkley: Varsity Assistant Coach Spencer Chipley: Varsity Assistant Coach . In each year from 2013 to 2016, SLUH was named among the top-scoring organizations in the mid-size employer category of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch's survey of Top Workplaces.[6][7][8][9]. We played four minutes with the rain and everything up at Ritenour. He is a history teacher at SLUH and is also the head cross country coach. I enjoyed playing for him.. Paul Halfacre, STLhighschoolsports.com Paul . Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. High announced it has hired former St. Louis Rams linebacker and Hazelwood East coach Mike Jones to lead its football program. Give our defense credit. . Jones played college football for the Missouri . The left guard spot is currently rotating between senior Diego Torres (5-10, 245) and junior Virshaun Mosely (6-7, 390). Last chance! Jones came to SLUH after six seasons as the head coach at Lincoln University, where the Blue Tigers went 8-51 in his tenure. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Stewart Dave of Ladue runs into the middle of the field past the SLUH secondary for a touchdown on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. High [36] The Quizbowl team of 2006-07 won the district title and second place at the state competition along with the individual second place medal. Wingo (6-foot-2, 195 pounds) is a five-star prospect and ranks among the top wide receivers in the nation in his class. An outfield in flux. No material may be reprinted without the permission of the editors and the moderator. Kornfeld's legacy played out on the football field, but it is built on the impact he makes on the young men who come through the program. Paul Halfacre, STLhighschoolsports.com, SLUH Jr. Billikens sophomore Gus Dames (79) blocks out the pass rush of Lindbergh Flyers senior Andrew Politte (88) during the Class 6 District 1 quarterfinal game on Friday October 29, 2021 at Lindbergh High School in St. Louis, MO. Over eight years, 18 new teaching and counseling positions were added.[33]. St. Louis University High. Itll be good.. My heart and soul is for the kids, said Cruz. Longtime Stanford Cardinal head coach David Shaw has officially stepped down from the program. (Belize: Roman Catholic Diocese of Belize City-Belmopan, 2015), chapter 17. But the important thing to remember is at the end of the day football is football.. The high school integrated when it enrolled John Carter, a sophomore transfer from Saint Thomas Academy in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1946, one year before Cardinal Joseph Ritter issued a pastoral letter desegregating all Catholic schools in the St. Louis Archdiocese. McIntosh capitalized on a Gideon Boaten interception with a 34-yard touchdown pass to Cosby to give Ladue a 27-9 halftime lead. It is located in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Abeln was a senior captain and had committed to play for Mizzou, but Kornfeld drove the point home that this was not how SLUH and its players went about their business. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Area college signings: NCAA Division I and II, Area college signings: NCAA Division III, NAIA, JUCO, By Joe Harris | asexton@sluh.org. He has a high football IQ, Cruz said. He is a member of the SLUH History Department and is also head coach of the Track & Field program. St. Louis University Football Schedule. phone: 314-985-6100 fax: 314-985-6115 Enjoy his radio interview, in which he gives a shoutout to SLUH", "The Jesuits of the Middle United States", "United States District Court -- Eastern Michigan District", "Price, Charles Melvin Biographical Information", "Time Magazine Cover: Gov. Taylor. L 37-34 Box Score. In 2009 SLUH completed the Danis Field House, a free-standing field house that contains two gymnasium spaces, a wrestling room, offices and meeting space for the athletic staff, and locker facilities. Hes coached basketball, baseball, and football here. Jared Scott. OVERALL 3-7 0.30 Win % DISTRICT 2-2 3rdMetro Catholic. Mike Jones, NFL football player and SLUH head football coach. I feel like I haven't worked a day in my life.. Then theres a road trip to Wentzville to face an always feisty Timberland and Week 3 brings MCC champ CBC. He is also a football coach at SLUH. Junior Marco Sansone (6-0, 190) will step in at quarterback and is the latest in a long line of Sansones to suit up at SLUH. On our quest to be the best. Since the school is part of the Jesuit network that consists of 61 high schools and 28 colleges and universities in the United States, SLUH provides an education infused with the tradition and philosophy of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Global Citizenship & Sustainability Committee, SLUH Global Education Opportunities-Year By Year, Bring Your Own iPad Policy (Classes of '24 and '25), Bring Your Own Device Policy (Classes of '22 and '23), School-issued Device Policy (Class of '26), Volunteer Opportunities and Board Details, Voluntary Community Service Program (CSP), Sophomore Service Experience: Class of 2025, Digital Sponsor, Patron & Billiken Backer Ads, Advanced Chinese Language and Culture Studies, Stephen Aylward 64 Fund for Social Studies, Registration Sponsorships & Player Entry, St. Louis U. Head Coach/Offensive Coordinator. Kornfeld never thought he'd coach this long, but his love for the players and the game gives him such great joy there was a time he couldn't imagine doing anything else. I said to the kids at our team meeting on Tuesday that my priority is them first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth, and that will always be the case. Members of the SLUH football team take the field before their game against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. 1 in the Class 4 state rankings and No. Kornfeld announces he'll step down after 29th season as SLUH head coach. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. There was a problem saving your notification. The last three years I have been the varsity associate head coach, the outside linebackers coach, and the special teams coordinator.. Best known for making The Tackle as a linebacker for the St. Louis Rams in their Super Bowl XXXIV victory in 2000, Jones made his debut as a high school head coach at Hazelwood East. Mike Jones has been relieved of duties as St. Louis U. Highs football coach. Last Game. David Kvidahl is a columnist for STL High School Sports. when the distinctive sound of ivory hitting cement is heard. While his physique has changed over the years, his sport definitely hasn't. Cruz coaching against Vianney last year. Cardinals latest, deflating loss compounds concerns, Man shot, killed near Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis, What was Andrew Knizner thinking? Head Coach Adam Cruzs journey with SLUH football had a humble beginning. The defensive line will lean on junior Archie Carruthers (6-3, 225), who had 50 tackles, nine tackles for loss, three sacks and one interception. AP courses are now offered for 22 disciplines. I'd like to get to a few more college games to see (SLUH) kids play, Kornfeld said. The longtime St. Louis U. Paul Baillargeon | Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Jared Rhodes of Ladue (7) celebrates with the special team players after a blocked punt was returned for a touchdown against SLUH on September 6, 2019 in St. Louis. This season four of those linemen are back and ready to take things to another level. SLUH coach Adam Cruz talks with his team during football practice game on Monday, July 18, 2022 at St. Louis University High School in St. Louis, Mo. Photo: Michael Urbanski '21. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). There was a problem saving your notification. Prep News the weekly student-run newspaper of St. Louis U. Ruble's seven touchdowns tied the school's single-game record. [15], Advanced Placement (AP) courses have been offered through SLUH for half a century. For Cruz, his main focus for the upcoming season is the players as he hopes to build relationships with each of them and ensure that they build relationships with one another. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Marzion Cosby of Ladue makes the diving catch in the end zone for a touchdown against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. After returning from service as an army chaplain during WWII, he became an advocate of prison reform and rehabilitation. He's first class all the way. Players from left to right are Daniel Isom, Chris Stahl and Joe Mattingly. I think well have a great season, junior wide receiver and safety Ryan Wingo said. Assoc. [14] In 2011, 17 students were named Semifinalists, while 28 were named National Merit Commended Scholars. . A graduate from SLUH in 2010, he participated in the football program all four years as an offensive and defensive lineman. After forcing the Rams on a three-and-out, SLUH got the ball at the Ladue 43. No varsity games were played because of an influenza epidemic. [28] The United States Department of Education's National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognized SLUH as an Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School for 2015. I thought we could have came out of that a lot worse.. Find schedules and scores, rankings, stat leaderboards, and team information. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Mel Woodson of Ladue gets the first handoff of the game against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. More than 100 of Kornfeld's players have gone on to play at the college level and three played in the National Football League. Paul Kopsky, STLhighschoolsports.com, SLUH football coach Gary Kornfeld presents 1986 graduate Henry Jones with a golden football commemorating his three Super Bowl appearances with the Buffalo Bills. Copyright 2020of St. Louis U. 6'4 190 | Class of 2024, CB/WR | Sluh | Football and Track and field. Thats pretty cool.. In 1984, Paul Owens became the school's first lay principal, Dr. Mary Schenkenberg became its first female principal in 2002, and in 2005 David J. Laughlin was hired as the school's first lay president. (314) 531-0330. John Knoepfle, English teacher; later a poet, translator, and university professor; Hank Raymonds '42, coached basketball at SLUH from 1950-55. With the timing of how everything evolved and his leadership over the last several years, it was very obvious that he was our next step in order to pick things up where they were and keep us moving forward, said Muskopf. The latest Tweets from Jacobi Oliphant (@jacobi_oliphant). There will be a rotation at running back, but senior Kam Bailey (5-10, 185) and freshman Jordan Taylor (5-9, 168) are expected to make major contributions. [35] The old gym was converted into the Si Commons, a multipurpose event space that serves as a new cafeteria during school hours. 10. Recognizing that a sudden change like Joness departure can be tough on a team, Cruz simply seeks to keep a playbook and play style that the team will be familiar with. Football players remain hopeful that the 2022-2023 season can build off of last years success under Jones. Adam Cruz has the only job he ever wanted. Photo by Sid Hastings, St. Louis U. High Day Ambassador Resources. I think well just have to come together as a group, said 2022 captain and linebacker Louis Kertz. These students accepted more than 300 scholarships totaling nearly $2 million. He always got us hyped up for the games, and he always got really good eighth graders to come to SLUH, because they wanted to play for him.. [12] Since 2005 a total of 31 students have received a 36, the highest score possible. David Kvidahl is a columnist for STL High School Sports. We know that if we stick to the game plan well be good.. 7:00pm. Valentin Dubourg]] (as St. Louis Academy), Robert J. Scherrer, theoretical physicist at. The school's new home, on Oakland Avenue, was a gift of Anna Backer in memory of her late husband and alumnus George Backer. STLHighSchoolSports.com is the most comprehensive source of stats, scores and stories from any and all area high schools. Away Non-District. Print. Thomas Cummings, S.J. Catchers once in a lifetime lunge saves Cardinals, The world watches (and makes donations) as St. Louis bald eagle raises eaglet from a rock, Governor threatens to keep Missouri lawmakers in session over transgender rules, Barat Academy in Chesterfield to close after years of financial troubles, Four young people die in Old Monroe head-on crash, Court records online include private information for thousands of Missouri residents, Archdiocese releases third draft of proposed changes to St. Louis parishes. Coach Porter has been coaching at SLUH since 2005 and has been head XC coach since 2010. To have that as a head coach will take us a long way.. Its Cruzs first season at the wheel of the program and the schedule wont give him or his team much room to breathe. Cardinals latest, deflating loss compounds concerns, Man shot, killed near Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis, What was Andrew Knizner thinking? PF 288 PA 338 STREAK 3L. On the next play, McIntosh found a wide open Player for a 63-yard touchdown pass to help Ladue cut SLUHs lead to 9-7. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. High football coach Gary Kornfeld (second from right) poses with the three Jr. Bills who signed national letters of intent on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 in St. Louis, Mo. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, The SLUH freshmen came with body paint to open the season at home against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. The football world is pretty stunned by a prominent coach's resignation on Sunday morning. High We didnt get to play much football last week, Ladue coach Mike Tarpey said. High's Prep News Mike Jones Retweeted. Obviously hes a legend here in Saint Louis. Players recalled Joness dedication to the development of the players and his knowledge of the game. SLUH coach Adam Cruz talks with his team during football practice game on Monday, July 18, 2022 at St. Louis University High School in St. Louis, Mo. The No. He works really hard.. Assistant coach and English teacher Adam Cruz has been named interim head coach and will be tasked with leading the team through the 2022 season. 7 large school in the STLhighschoolsports.com preseason rankings, SLUH went 7-4 last season and advanced to its first district title game in decade. Joined May 2017. High's Prep News He did a lot for the Rams. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, A Ladue coach reaches out to Jared Rhodes (7) after he recovered a fumble near the goal line against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. Last season SLUH had five new faces on its offensive line and, as expected, it took time for them to blend together and become a unit. St Louis, MO In high school, he ran at Saint Ignatius in Cleveland. In addition to more than 40 pool tables, it offers foosball, bar shuffleboard, bubble hockey and table tennis, as well as a snack bar. Find something that will make you happy, Kornfeld said. STLHighSchoolSports.com is the most comprehensive source of stats, scores and stories from any and all area high schools. Carter did not graduate from the school: the honor of the first Black graduate of SLUH fell to Al Thomas, also a sophomore transfer and a member of the class of 1950, while the first four-year Black graduate was Eldridge Morgan, a member of the class of 1951. Mike Jones Retweeted. Players remain hopeful that this incident will not be a setback for their season. He played professionally as a linebacker for 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Following the dismissal of Mike Jones as St. Louis U. Highs football coach in May, Cruz was promoted from associate head coach to interim head coach. Head football coach Mike Jones will not return for 22 season after five-year tenure, Volleyball goes even at Parkway Central Tournament; bests Francis Howell and Chaminade, Bullseye Bills make history during packed postseason, Faced with tough competition, Ultimate Frisbee battles to its first win, Rugby goes 0-2 in Cincinnati; refocuses for run in state title. I think theyve won 17 games in a row so coach Tarp's done a phenomenal job over there, got his guys ready to play. Varsity. Previously the school auditorium/theater had been located within the main school building, and its move allowed for a large expansion of classrooms and office space. He is a teacher in the University City School District.