STVM XC and Track

The Lady Irish showed their team strength this past weekend in Youngstown at the Boardman Invite by having the top 5 finish only 32 seconds apart to win the title ahead of Woodridge by over 20 points. Rounding out the scoring for the ladies were Aislynn McVicker, Sadie Porchowsky, Amelia Moll, Olivia Kindbom and Anne Rea

The guys team finished in 6th place against the top 15 teams in Northeast Ohio. After Chase and Andrew came Jackson Dietrick, Austin Zeiman and Dhiren Brickman.

Thanks to Mr. Christian Lisle, here is a link to several more action shots.

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlMMInR3s6uQidw4NzAc5RqHvW_DLQ?e=PNUvv5 Boardman Invite

This past Saturday, the Lady Irish totally outran their cross town rivals from Hoban, CVCA and Walsh. The Irish had 10 runners finish in the top 15 places. The Lady Irish increased their dual meet streak to 65 straight wins dating back 2009 since the last time they lost a dual meet.

A special thank you to Mr. Anthony Boarman who took time away from his family to take photos. Here is the link for all of you to enjoy:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15xHdB4zgrVDRhPF3RWAHoPxhsDBWDjYW?usp=sharing

It has been a long 5 months since the Fighting Irish last strapped on their track spikes. The Marlington Invite on 9/5 was a very welcome event. The men’s team started the day off and it was Seniors Chase Powers and Andrew McSteen making a great debut as both runners finished in the top 15. Chase finished in 4th overall. The guys team finished 4th in division II. The other top guys were Jackson Deitrich, Austin Zieman, Matthew Dennee, Dhiren Brickman and Ron Lubes.

On the ladies side Senior Theresa Hagey led the way for a dominating performance by the Irish as they won the overall title with the top 7 Irish runners finishing in the 20.Theresa took 2nd place overall. The other Irish finishers were Kate Saum, Aislynn McVicker, Amelia Moll, Sadie Porchowsky, Emily Bame and Anne Rea.

Also, Congratulations to Senior Sarah Sollenberger for winning the open race.

Thanks to Coach Matt, here is a link to all of the photos:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/dMcJKus3QEXHygoi7http://photos from Marlington Invite

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Theresa Hagey – ladies champion

Andrew McSteen – men’s champion

What a beautiful day and great turn out for our 1ST ANNUAL FAMILY/ALUMNI 5K RACE. We had 92 registered runners on the line for the race. For the record, that stands as the 4th largest since I started the Matt Kauffman 5k 17 years ago! Thank you all that ran in the race.

I also want to once again thank all of the parents who stepped up with all of the refreshments. We really appreciate your generosity.

Another shout out goes to coach Alex Phillip for bringing back several of our past XC runners (Conner McIntyre, Sean O’Brien, Shane Kelliher, Patrick White, Matt Sollenberger and Jon Jackson). It was great to see all of them again.

For those that ran in the race, here is the link for the results:

SVSM FAMILY 5K RACE RESULTS

The 2020 Journey for the cross country team began its quest with an all day camp at Firestone Metro Park on Saturday August 1st. The camp was a culmination of team bonding, the ending of the summer conditioning and the beginning of the quest for a state trip for both guys and girls teams on November 7th at the new location – Fort Orbetz in Columbus.

The highlight of the day was the domination by team #2 at frisbee football and volleyball. Congratulations to all of the team 2 members.

The Fighting Irish Ladies 4 x 800 relay team not only took 1st place in the Indoor State Championships at Spire Institute, they also broke the state record with a time of 9:35.8. The previous record was set by our 2011 Lady Irish team. The tradition continues!

The Lady Irish were led by Theresa Hagey, Laney King, Emily Bame and Natalie Tobin.

The guys team then proceeded to run away with the 4 x 800 relay with an impressive time of 8:05. The guys team consisted of Chase Powers, Nate Snipes, Andrew McSteen and Nasari Epps.

The Lady Irish also captured 5th place in the 4 x 200 relay. Their team consisted of Kya Epps, Aminah Claxtion, Kayla Liggins and Olivia Mathis. Sophomore Kya Epps finished in 3rd place in the 60 meter dash

Aminah Claxton finished in 7th place in the 400 meter dash.

Natalie Tobin rounded out the medal count with a 5th place finish in the 800 meter run.

The Fighting Irish Track and Field team have qualified in 12 events for the indoor state track and field championship at Spire on Saturday March 7th starting at 9:30 am.

The events that have qualified are as follows:

The ladies 4 x 800 relay team consisting of Theresa Hagey, Laney King, Emily Bame and Natalie Tobin

The ladies 4 x 200 relay team consisting of Kya Epps, Aminah Claxton, Kayla Liggins and Olivia Mathis

Kya Epps in the 60 meter dash
Aminah Claxton in the 400 meter dash
Natalie Tobin in the 800 meter run
Emily Bame in the 800 meter run
Theresa Hagey in the 1600 meter run

The guys 4 x 800 relay team consisting of Chase Powers, Nathan Snipes, Andrew McSteen and Nasari Epps

The guys 4 x 200 relay team consisting of Darian Lewis, Mason Stephens, Desmond Manley and Theon Mascenharas

Blake Siffirlin in the pole vault

Nasari Epps in the 800 meter run
Chase Powers in the 800 meter run

The 2020 Journey to the state finals will begin on Monday February 24th @ 1:45 pm in the warehouse.

Indoor season has been very productive so far. There has even been time to enjoy the outdoor weather!

Junior Theresa Hagey wins yet another invite at the Legends of Cross Country Championship. Her win led the Lady Irish to another impressive first place crown.

Theresa’s title was impressive, but it was the strength of her teammates that was the dominating factor that will be noted throughout the state. The Lady Irish placed the next 6 spots in the top 25 and were separated by only 40 seconds. The Lady Irish team consisted of Amelia Moll, Natalie Tobin, Katie Saum, Olivia Kindbon, Emily Bame and Sadie Porchowsky.

The guys team also conquered the field in great fashion with an impressive title and all 5 runners landing in the top 20. The guys were led by Chase Powers, Nasari Epps, Jake Pentasuglio, Nick Steel, and Andrew McSteen.

The Fighting Irish stepped up big time at the All Catholic Invitational this past weekend at Indian Riffle Park in Kettering, Ohio. Both teams not only won the Silver division, they also won the overall divisions. This is the first time in the 17 years we that we have done this well. The key to the success was the fight to the finish that each and every runner showed despite the heat.

Junior Theresa Hagey won her 2nd consecutive overall title. All 7 girls placed in the top 20 in the Silver division. Theresa was followed by Amelia Moll, Olivia Kindbom, Katie Saum and Natalie Tobin.

Senior Nasari Epps led the way for the guys team with a strong 6th place finish. He was closely followed by Chase Powers who finished in 9th place. Jake Pentasuglia, Nick Steel and Andrew McSteen rounded out the scoring for the Irish.

Two more invitationals left before the post season mountains begin!