Luke Silva, a Marian Central Catholic graduate, ended his active, competitive wrestling career a few months ago at Aurora University. But his involvement in the sport of amateur wrestling rolls merrily on. The new Aurora graduate is currently working in the Chicago Public School as a sports administrator and facility management employee. In addition, he […]
In his final outing before the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Championships, Marian Central Catholic graduate and Aurora University wrestler Luke Silva was a perfect 3-0. The 174-pound grappler’s chosen college was not as fortunate as far as wins. His Spartans emerged victorious over the Augustana College Vikings 25-24, but lost to Elmhurst University […]
Luke Silva, a Marian Central Catholic graduate and Aurora University wrestler, did not have a peer. Not at Millikin University and not at 174 pounds. The Spartan grappler won the title at the Millikin University Open. He posted four victories to win the 174-pound title. Three of those victories were by pinfall, and one was […]
Marlon Pomili would like to be an All-American. Not just on the football field. The Marian University of Indianapolis athlete would like to earn National Association of Intercollegiate All-American status in the classroom as well. “I want to take advantage of the weight room during the winter,” Pomili said. “I will be working out frequently […]
Ryan Jones, a Marian Central Catholic graduate and Marengo native, is extremely happy. He could be even happier after next year’s cross-country season. The University of Illinois-Springfield runner, who is listed as a junior on the roster, helped the Prairie Fire take sixth in the recent NCAA Division II Cross Country National Championships. He was […]
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