Student of the Week February 28, 2018 Sponsored by: Aurora University Ryan Burke is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Nikole and Sean Burke, Crystal Lake. “Ryan is a very articulate, hardworking young man who is very concerned about the welfare of others,” said one of his teachers, […]
Student of the Week December 27, 2017 Sponsored by: Aurora University The Woodstock Independents Student of the Week is Gabrielle Castro. Gabrielle is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Michael and Pearl Castro, Huntley. “Gabrielle’s compassion and concern for others brings her to the top of her class. […]
Athlete of the Week Vannessa Garrelts December 27, 2017 Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week, Vannessa Garrelts of the Marian Central Catholic High School girls varsity basketball team. Vannessa is the all-time scoring leader for the Lady ‘Canes.
The Marian Central Catholic High School wrestling team holds an 11th-place Illinois Matmen ranking for the IHSA Class 2A division, including three players ranking in the top six of their respective weight classes. Senior Luke Silva (160 pounds) holds the top spot in his weight class, while senior Anthony Randazzo (132) and sophomore Daniel Valeria […]
Athlete of the Week October 25, 2017 Sponsored by: Sports City Academy Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week, freshman, Caroline Binotti (left), and senior, Shelby Truckenbrod (right), members of Marian Central Catholic High School’s cross-country team. Caroline placed 3rd in individuals and Shelby placed 2nd at the IHSA 2A Antioch Regional.
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