 Boys Sports
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Boys Sports
Basketball
We provide a three level program, that is, freshman, sophomore and varsity, that emphasizes the development of individual skills applicable to the sport as well as team unity.
- Head Coach: Mr. Terry Nelson
- Contact Info: (815) 223-3140
- Coach's Comments: The St. Bede basketball program, coaches and players, will always strive to achieve the highest level of competition that they can attain through hard work, disipline and an acceptance of the philosophy of St. Bede basketball. A dedication on the court, the classroom and in life will help to accomplish those ideals. St. Bede basketball is an up-tempo and aggressive approach to the game on the offense and the defense. Our conduct on the court is a very important aspect of what we want to accomplish, with respect to our teammates, coaches, officials and opposing teams. The coaching staff at St. Bede will always do their best to communicate to the student-athletes in a positive and instructional manner, never neglecting any player's needs. The future is very bright for Bruin basketball.
- Open to: All grades, tryouts for Sophomores & Varsity possible
- Season: Winter
- Cost: Approx. $120.00
- Covered in Cost: Shoes & practice gear
- Personal Equipment: Athletic shorts for practice.
- Practices: After school-times vary
- Transportation: School van or bus
- Purpose/Goal: To develop every team with a TEAMFIRST attitude that reflects upon the importance of every member of the team. With this attitude, and each and every member of the team understanding and accepting their role on the team, we can never be defeated, even in defeat. The name St. Bede should always signify a high level of sportsmanship and commitment. We also understand that a strong work ethic in the classroom gives us the opportunity to experience the joys and challenges of high school competition.
Wrestling
- Head Coach: Mr. Blair Tiger
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Open to: All St. Bede students
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Season: Winter (November 3 - February 14)
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Cost: $60
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Covered in Cost: Practice package (2 shirts and shorts) Team Polo shirt.
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Personal Equipment: Wrestling shoes adn head gear.
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Practices: 3:10-5:10pm on school days. 8:30-11:00am on no school days. No practice on Sundays.
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Transportation: School van or bus.
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Purpose/Goal: Develop personal discipline and courage.
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Bowling
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Head Coach: Mr. Nathan Boudreau
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Contact Info: (815) 223-3140 ext. 331
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Coach’s Comments: Looking for boys & girls that can bowl a game of 100 and the desire to learn to throw a fingertip ball. This is not an intramural activity; commit to off-season play.
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Open to: All grades, tryouts for Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors possible
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Season: Winter
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Cost: Purchase of bowling shoes/Bowling ball (optional)
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Personal Equipment: Above is recommended if you are serious about improving your game
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Practices: Peru Super Bowl, 4 times per week after school
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Transportation: School van or bus, your own transportation for practices
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Purpose/Goal: To improve your individual bowling skills while also competing as a team to represent Saint Bede against other teams.
Weightlifting
All students are welcome to participate in weightlifting. The program is monitored by a coach.
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Girls Sports
Basketball
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Head Coach: Mr. Tom McGunnigal
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Contact Info: (815) 223-3140 ext. 279 or tmcgunn@st-bede.com or
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Coach’s Comments: Lady Bruin basketball has established a presence in the state for producing highly competitive team, with student-athletes who work hard to represent St. Bede Academy with the highest level of class and sportsmanship. We strive to develop the whole person so that lessons learned within the program are applicable to life after basketball. With our competitive schedule and history of success, we have sent several girls to play basketball in college.
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Open to: All grades
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Season: Winter
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Cost: Approx. $120.00
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Covered in Cost: Shoes, shorts, practice reversible, long sleeve shirt
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Personal Equipment: Athletic shorts for practices
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Practices: After school & weekends – times vary
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Transportation: School van or bus
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Purpose/Goal: We thrive on teamwork, unity and enjoyment of the high school athletic experience through a highly competitive environment. We continually look at ways to improve our program without compromising our athletes as students or individuals with methods that are contrary to good sportsmanship. We always emphasize academics over athletics.
Bowling
- Head Coach: Mr. Nathan Boudreau
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Contact Info: (815) 223-3140 ext. 331
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Coach’s Comments: Looking for boys & girls that can bowl a game of 100 and the desire to learn to throw a fingertip ball. This is not an intramural activity; commit to off-season play.
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Open to: All grades, tryouts for Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors possible
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Season: Winter
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Cost: Purchase of bowling shoes/Bowling ball (optional)
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Personal Equipment: Above is recommended if you are serious about improving your game
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Practices: Peru Super Bowl, 4 times per week after school
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Transportation: School van or bus, your own transportation for practices
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Purpose/Goal: To improve your individual bowling skills while also competing as a team to represent Saint Bede against other teams.
Cheerleading
Although the main purpose of cheerleaders is to cheer on the SBA teams on the field, cheerleaders also participate in many school spirit activities.
- Head Coach: Mrs. Julia Blomquist
- Contact Info: (815) 223-3140
- Coach's Comments:
- Open to: All grades, tryouts in April/May
- Season: Fall & Winter
- Cost: Fundraising is done to cover most cost
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- Personal Equipment:
- Practices: Summer time 3 times a week, then after school
- Transportation: School van or bus
- Purpose/Goal: To promote school spirit, work as a squad and have fun.
Weightlifting
All students are welcome to participate in weightlifting. The program is monitored by a coach.
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