ST. ELIZABETH SCHOOL
Athletics Program
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St. Elizabeth's Athletic Committee strives to meet the athletic and active needs of our children each year. We offer volleyball, flag football and basketball for our younger grades. For our older grades we play intramural flag football, volleyball and basketball in the Parochial League of Kansas City (PLKC). Cross Country is offered in grades 3rd-8th.
Athletics at St. Elizabeth School is a fun way for kids to get involved with classmates, learn a sport, develop character and stay in shape. The STE's Athletic Committee is a volunteer group that organizes, funds and promotes participation in parochial league sports. 
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Fall Parochial Sports:
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Kansas City Parochial League |
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For more information about 4th-8th grade sports in the Kansas City Parochial League, including game schedules once available, please visit the league's website
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All coaches and volunteers are required to participate in the Protecting God's Children program.
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Volunteer for Gym Duties
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Parents of children participating in ANY parochial league sport are required to volunteer to help in the gym, per sports season for two hour shifts. The buyout option is $50 per active season. The revenue earned from entry fees and concessions funds all of our activities (not just those that take place in the gym). Please click on the link and find a shift that works for your schedule.
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2022-2023 Athletic Committee Members:
Josh Brewster, athletic director
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Youth sports is such a powerful force in developing well-rounded kids. Thinking back to my days as a student-athlete here at St. Elizabeth, I remember the amazing feeling of being a part of a true team, all working toward the same goals and having each other's backs. Standing in a huddle, side-by-side by your teammates, it brings back such great memories. And it's an honor to be back here at STE, coaching and serving the community just as my parents did for us. I have four kids who currently attend St. Elizabeth, and each of them participate in sports through the school. My wife, Sarah, and I are so proud of them and so happy that they have such a terrific support system here at St. Elizabeth.
Kids: Francie (Class of 2022), Luke (Class of 2024), Maeve (Class of 2026), Bea (Class of 2030) |
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Pat lowe, treasurer
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My love for sports came early as a child playing in the yard and driveway with my brothers. My brothers and I were always playing something together. Anytime we had a free moment we would love to get outside to play basketball, home run derby, or throw around the football. They helped build my skills and provided me with lessons on sportsmanship that I carry with me today. Those are moments with my brothers that truly built my love for sports and taught me important life lessons.
Kids: Betsy (Class of 2026), Emmett (Class of 2029) |
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shannon mcdonald, community relations and Communications
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When I was a kid, my Dad wasn’t always the most patient with three boys and me running around the house. But he was always the most patient coach. He didn’t see the merit in breaking you down to build you up. He encouraged, inspired and took his time.
Kids: Erin (Class of 2023), Jack (Class of 2024), Molly (Class of 2026) |
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sarah dominguez, volleyball coordinator
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My most influential person regarding sports is my high school track coach because even when I came in dead last, he was yelling and cheering and telling me how great I did.
Kids: Isaac (Class of 2017), Eva (Class of 2020), Norah (Class of 2023) |
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megan tunley, volunteer coordinator
matt watson, moms and pops and concessions coordinator
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My Dad brought us up in a sport crazy household. My siblings and I all caught the bug for sports at a very early age. He coached my brother and I in Baseball and my sister in Softball. He taught us all the importance of hard work, teamwork and great sportsmanship. Kids: Landon (Class of 2025), Bennet (Class of 2028)
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dan fitzgerald, boys basketball coordinator
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Coach Mike Krzyzewski’s philosophy in coaching and in life is “Next Play.” Coach K says that what you have just done is not nearly as important as what you are doing right now. These are words I try to live by, and I use Coach K's philosophy while coaching and raising my boys.
Kids: Danny (Class of 2024), Patrick (Class of 2026) |
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Peter mohn, Golf classic coordinator and Sponsorships
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I like a quote from my High School Football Coach, "Good, Better, Best...never let it rest until your good is better, and your better is the best." Growing up, I was a member of the Football, Wrestling and Track teams. The memories of practice and games is a source of pride for me as they taught so many lessons that have paved a foundation for my career. Watching our kids participate in youth sports, I get that same sense of joy that my parent's experienced. Kids: Charlie (Class of 2023), Tommy (Class of 2025), Maggie (Class of 2027)
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Ryan Underwood, t-shirts, branding and awards coordinator
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Sports have always been a huge part of my life, both as a participant and a fan. As a kid, I tried it all – Soccer, Football, Basketball, Hockey, and Baseball. I now get the pleasure of watching my kids try it all as well, and I encourage them to give anything a shot.
Kids: Gracie (Class of 2023), Billy (Class of 2024), Rosie (Class of 2026) |
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brad thomas, intramural coordinator and Concessions
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My dad was the most influential for me growing up. He took the time to play catch or shoot hoops or go the golf course whenever I asked. He always told me that I couldn't change what was in the past and to always look ahead to the next point, shot, etc.
Kids: Cole (Class of 2026), Fletch (Class of 2029) |
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Jason Flood, football coordinator
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I have proudly been serving parochial sports since 2008. I have had the pleasure of coaching multiple teams in basketball and football. In 2021, I became the head coordinator for the Brookside Pod football in the Catholic Football League (CFL). I am honored to continue to give my time to the league and look forward to continued growth in our community.
Kids: Ryan (Class of 2016), Aiden (Class of 2018), Mary (Class of 2024) |
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Kevin Switzer, girls' basketball coordinator
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I really don't like sports. I think they are overrated. I have to volunteer for something and I thought this would be the easiest thing to do. Just seeing if anyone reads these.
I believe team sports are very important to kids. Learning how to work hard, win and lose as a team, learn as much from failure as you do from success, and always try your best. Attitude and Effort are the two things you can control every day. I am excited to be back on the committee and will always have the kids' best intentions in decisions we make. Daughters: Lilli (Class of 2021), Luci (Class of 2023), Liza (Class of 2025) |
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John reyna, cross country and track coordinator
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One of the most important things I learned as a kid is that you never know what you can do if you don’t try. True to life, and true for sports! As a kid I tried it all, Baseball, Football, Wrestling, Track, Basketball, and Cross country. I’ve had the privilege and honor of coaching both track and cross country here at St. Elizabeth’s and have loved the watching kids develop and excel in a sport some of them never considered trying! As a parent, I’ve witnessed my own kids developing skills, building friendships, and learning the benefits of hard work, commitment, and dedication which will help them excel on and off the field. My wife, Susan, also an all-star state track runner, and I have two sports loving boys: Samuel, Class of 2021and William, Class of 2024. Go Irish!
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brian legenza, tournaments and gym/field scheduling coordinator
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Playing sports and being part of a team was always an additional constant teacher for me. Memories and values experienced through sports provide a lifetime of various benefits. I am proud to be able to be involved here at St. Elizabeth’s and give back to a community that has given so much to me.
Spouse: Abby Kids: Brady (Class of 2027), Wyatt (Class of 2030) |
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casey mcgraw, school advisory council representative
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As the St. Elizabeth School Advisory Council representative on the Athletics Committee, I'm so excited to see our school children participate in our various sports. Sports are a great way to build confidence, learn about teamwork and to have our children learn early the importance of physical fitness and exercise. As a proud father of two St. Elizabeth children (Mickey, Class of 2023, Maggie, Class of 2027), I hope everyone in our school community continues to support our student-athletes and all of our athletics programs.
"The secret to being successful in sports is to work less as individuals and more as a team." Knute Rockne |
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