A graduate from SLUH in 2010, he participated in the football program all four years as an offensive and defensive lineman. Check out this season's schedule or request more info today! (314) 531-0330. Cruz has been working as a coach since he came back to SLUH during his junior year of college at Saint Louis University. Entering this season under Kornfeld, the Junior Billikens have won 13 district titles, seven Metro Catholic Conference championships and were the 1991 Class 5A runner-up to Jefferson City. Official page for the SLUH Jr. Bills Varsity Football Team. Past Seasons; Series Records; School Records; All-State Players; Coaches Lifetime Record; . Students can check out equipment for free, but if one were to drop a billiard ball on the floor, they are traditionally fined 5 centsthus, the cry of "Nickel!" St. Louis University High School. He made 57 tackles and a pair of sacks as a junior. . Chad Morris's name is one known among many in the Texas high school football ranks. Media. 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. Itll be good.. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. 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. Cardinals latest, deflating loss compounds concerns, Man shot, killed near Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis, What was Andrew Knizner thinking? He's first class all the way. 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. SLUH fires Jones, names Cruz interim coach. The Junior Billikens were knocked out in the Class 6 District 2 semifinals by Hazelwood Central 41-13. . Recap. Photo: Michael Urbanski '21. SLUH will wrap the regular season at Cardinal Ritter. 8 jersey this season. Paul Sheridan, S.J. Classes were held in a one-story house owned by Madame Alvarez on the northwest corner of Third and Market Street. More than 100 of Kornfeld's players have gone on to play at the college level and three played in the National Football League. Coach Foerg has coached cross country at SLUH since 2022 and track since 2023. [27] In the Post's 2016 ranking, SLUH was ranked among the top 1.2% nationwide. 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. Wingo (6-foot-2, 195 pounds) is a five-star prospect and ranks among the top wide receivers in the nation in his class. 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. [17][18], The humanities are emphasized in SLUH's curriculum. Prior to SLUH, he was the coach at Carnahan High School. See the history of our football team for one of the oldest private catholic schools in St. Louis. HOME 1-3 AWAY 1-4 NEUTRAL 1-0. Next to him will be Ortwerth, the teams only two-way starter last season, who made 76 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and two sacks. This was the centerpiece of a new capital campaign entitled "Go Forth", which raised more than $72 million and included comprehensive upgrades to school curriculum and partnerships, the purchase of a retreat center in western St. Louis County, and the establishment of merit-based financial awards. 1 in the Class 4 state rankings and No. SLUH drove to the 1, but Ladues Jared Rhodes recovered a fumble at the goal line. Kornfeld announces he'll step down after 29th season as SLUH head coach. Following the departure of Mike Jones this offseason, there were many speculations about the future of SLUH football, but everyone close to the team knew who would take over. Players trust that Cruz and the other remaining coaches will be able to lead the team into this new era of SLUH football. Coach Flanagan has retired from teaching at SLUH but is rejoining the coaching staff. SLUH coach Mike Jones (left, center) watches the action . Youve got to give Ladue credit; theyre the defending state champions for a reason. I am going to miss Coach Jones, said 2022 captain and offensive guard Matthew Barnes. A graduate from SLUH in 2010, he participated in the football program all four years as an offensive and defensive lineman. That's the kind of coach he is.. SLUH Football would like to welcome the Class of 2022! After returning from service as an army chaplain during WWII, he became an advocate of prison reform and rehabilitation. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Copyright 2020of St. Louis U. Petersburg. The left guard spot is currently rotating between senior Diego Torres (5-10, 245) and junior Virshaun Mosely (6-7, 390). Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Stewart Dave of Ladue makes the catch and runs down the sideline for a touchdown against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. SLUH was defeated by eventual state champion and rival CBC. He is a member of the SLUH Mathematics Departmentand ran collegiately at Earlham College. History of SLUH Football. [15], Advanced Placement (AP) courses have been offered through SLUH for half a century. 246 Followers. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Ladue coach Mike Tarpey watches the action against SLUH on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. [11] By composite score, it ranks among the top 7% of schools in the United States. He is also a football coach at SLUH. An outfield in flux. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Head Coach Adam Cruzs journey with SLUH football had a humble beginning. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Assoc. In the late 1990s, a large capital campaign to fund growth and expansion projects began under Fr. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Fri, 9/9. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Kellen Porter of SLUH finds an opening and looks for yardage against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. Last chance! This season four of those linemen are back and ready to take things to another level. Coach Gilmore joined the XC coaching staffin 2021, after coaching at St. Dominic High School for a number of years. Tweets & replies. The school's new home, on Oakland Avenue, was a gift of Anna Backer in memory of her late husband and alumnus George Backer. Cardinals latest, deflating loss compounds concerns, Man shot, killed near Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis, What was Andrew Knizner thinking? Mike Jones has been relieved of duties as St. Louis U. Highs football coach. The bedrock of Kornfeld's approach is things get done the right way, no cutting corners. There was a problem saving your notification. Cruz and the Jr. Bills cant let up because if they do theyre not going to like the results. . They fought to the end, SLUH coach Mike Jones said. An outfield in flux. May 13, 2022. SLUH Jr. Billikens Ryan Wingo (1) breaks the tackle attempt of Vashon Wolverines senior Marvin Stidmon (24) on his way to a punt return touchdown during a game on Friday September 19, 2022 at St . Its Cruzs first season at the wheel of the program and the schedule wont give him or his team much room to breathe. An up-and-coming Vashon and Rockhurst also are on the docket. And we want to make sure that guys realize that change is part of life and change is hard and change is scary sometimes. Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Luke Schuermann of SLUH makes the reception against Ladue on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. Their line did a great job of blocking in the second quarter and our receivers got open.. 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. Click HERE for a 2020 downloadable schedule. He is a member of the SLUH Theology Department. LT John Butsch, Brian Brinker. Players . Thats pretty cool.. David Kvidahl is a columnist for STL High School Sports. St. Mary's St. Louis. Last fall SLUH was 8-3 overall and 2-2 in the MCC. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Ladues special teams got into the fun late in the second quarter as a pair of Rams blocked a SLUH punt. Rick Ulreich, Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, SLUHs Ryan Wingo smiles after a reception during football practice game on Monday, July 18, 2022 at St. Louis University High School in St. Louis, Mo. We got up 9-0 and they did what state champions do. His dedication to the program and to the betterment of the young men in the program has been evident since the beginning. 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 . Click HEREfor a 2020 downloadableschedule. 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. Lorenzo Brinkley. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). High announced it has hired former St. Louis Rams linebacker and Hazelwood East coach Mike Jones to lead its football program. Coach Sexton has coached at SLUH since 2022. Prep News the weekly student-run newspaper of St. Louis U. that St. Louis U. He chewed me out, Abeln said. [20] Since 2011, SLUH has sponsored a Confucius Classroom which is a subdivision of Webster University's Confucius Institute. There was a problem saving your notification. The latest Tweets from Jacobi Oliphant (@jacobi_oliphant). You have permission to edit this article. . 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. During his three seasons at the helm he guided the Spartans to the 2008 Class 5 state title. Jones played college football for the Missouri . I've lived it and I've enjoyed it. 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. He did a lot for the Rams. My heart and soul is for the kids, said Cruz. In 1959 he founded Dismas House, This page was last edited on 5 March 2023, at 02:59. [12] Since 2005 a total of 31 students have received a 36, the highest score possible. Its really the coaches, McIntosh said. 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. 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.. Mosley had to sit out last season after transferring in from Cardinal Ritter. An overall outstanding athlete, Wingo finished with 15 total touchdowns as he rushed for four scores and returned a kick. 11-Man Football. Jones was just the third football coach at SLUH since 1959 after following Gary Kornfeld, who retired after a 30-year career. Print. St. Louis University . St Louis, MO Obviously hes a legend here in Saint Louis. Hired prior to the 2017 season, Jones led SLUH to an 18-28 overall record and a 5-13 mark in Metro Catholic Conference play in his tenure. 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. We have to get better every day.. SLUH is competitive in many academic events such as math contests, Math League, Speech Team, Mock Trial and Quizbowl (Academic Team). We are thrilled to see him return to the program in a more regular way, 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. Personally, I've known Cruz forever. An outfield in flux. Jared Scott. Kevin Slattery, led implementation of first metal additive manufactured parts in aerospace, and holder of 39 patents. McIntosh capitalized on a Gideon Boaten interception with a 34-yard touchdown pass to Cosby to give Ladue a 27-9 halftime lead. 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. A SLUH personal foul penalty on a punt gave Ladue the ball at midfield to start its next possession. 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. . Rhodes scooped up the loose ball at the Jr. Billikens 30 and ran it in for a touchdown to give Ladue a 20-9 lead with 3:33 left in the half. Mike Jones's Tweets. 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. One of the more unique elements of the school is its basement: since the 1940s, it has played host to a large pool hall and recreation room. He played professionally as a linebacker for 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). SLUH is excited to announce Mike Jones will serve as the new head coach for the varsity football team. 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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. High in a non-conference game Friday night. [21] In 1999, educational exchange programs for the study of Russian language and culture were established with schools in St. He will be inducted into the Missouri Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame in December. He works really hard.. Varsity. 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. Mike Jones, NFL football player and SLUH head football coach. He is a teacher in the University City School District. 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. But the Rams werent done. Jones came to SLUH after six seasons as the head coach at Lincoln University, where the Blue Tigers went 8-51 in his tenure. 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. I think getting the ball to our playmakers and Henry kind of settled down, Tarpey said. Like the rest of Missouri fall sports, SLUH's football team was back at practice Monday in preparation for the looming season. I enjoyed playing for him.. Cruz has been coaching SLUH football for the past ten years, and has gained experience as a varsity assistant for Jones. "Years of Grace: The History of Roman Catholic Evangelization in Belize: 1524-2014." Charles "Dismas" Clark, taught mathematics and served as an administrator at SLUH during the 1930s. St. Louis University Football Schedule. I will strive to coach in a way where I realize that this is their team, their season.. 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Players remain hopeful that this incident will not be a setback for their season. It is located in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. 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. The school announced the news in an email sent to the families of Jr. Billikens football players Friday. The most heartbreaking thing was the timing of (Jones departure), said 2022 senior captain and tight end Zach Ortwerth. Mike Jones Retweeted. when the distinctive sound of ivory hitting cement is heard. In that time he and his wife, Karen, raised three children and now have nine grandchildren, all of whom are 5 or younger. . 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. Matt Keller has coached at SLUH since 2015. Find schedules and scores, rankings, stat leaderboards, and team information. The Jr. Bills open up the season by hosting reigning Class 3 champion St. Marys. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Hannah scored on a 3-yard run and connected with Jack McClelland for a pair of touchdown passes and another touchdown pass to Issac Thompson for SLUHs second half points. STLHighSchoolSports.com is the most comprehensive source of stats, scores and stories from any and all area high schools. You have permission to edit this article. began the "E-3" campaign. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. In addition to more than 40 pool tables, it offers foosball, bar shuffleboard, bubble hockey and table tennis, as well as a snack bar. Henry McIntosh threw for 347 yards and five touchdowns for Ladue (2-0), No. After being held to just 17 yards on 12 plays, including two turnovers, in the first quarter, Ladues offense found its explosiveness. AP courses are now offered for 22 disciplines. No. He started playing golf a few years ago and wants to improve that, too. The defensive secondary features Oliphant at cornerback along with senior Trey Smith (6-1, 145). Home Non-District. You forget hes a freshman when you watch him play. During his tenure, SLUH has produced 53 all-state players and 68 Post-Dispatch All-Metro selections. Time TBA. [11], SLUH has also performed well in the Presidential Scholars Program. McIntosh threw touchdown passes to Nick Steibler and Kenyatta Anderson and Cosby scored on a 2-yard run. To have that as a head coach will take us a long way.. He racked up 323 yards rushing against the Jr. Billikens and for the season has an eye-popping 43 touchdowns and 2,306 yards on . Paul Baillargeon / Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Henry McIntosh the quarterback for Ladue is sacked by the SLUh defenders on Friday September 6, 2019 in St. Louis, Missouri. The No. [35] The old gym was converted into the Si Commons, a multipurpose event space that serves as a new cafeteria during school hours. I think well have a great season, junior wide receiver and safety Ryan Wingo said. St. Louis University High School (SLUH) is a Jesuit Catholic high school for boys. Coach Foerg started coaching with SLUH in 2022.
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