Athletics News

Congratulations to Ayden Pereira '22 on being recognized for his athletic accomplishments, commitment to service, and academic achievements as the 2021-2022 Gatorade Massachusetts Football Player of the Year.

Congratulations to Mr. Dennis King, CCHS science teacher and former Raider wrestling coach, who was inducted into the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in the fall for a lifetime of service to wrestling.

While it didn’t end the way we wanted it to, Raider Nation has much to be proud of after a superb season. Thank you to the Football Team, the Cheerleaders, the Pep Band, and the Red Sea for a truly memorable season!

Thank you to Assistant Athletic Director and Girls Basketball Coach Casey Grange '03 for highlighting the Raider Girls Basketball alumnae who will be competing at the collegiate level this winter, including Katie Kirsch '18 (above), a two-year captain for Trinity College.

Congratulations to all Raider alumni who are competing in college athletics! Several alumni just wrapped up successful collegiate football seasons.

Congratulations to the five outstanding student-athletes who recently committed to compete in Division 1 or Division 2 collegiate athletics in Fall 2022. Raider Athletics hosted a National Letter of Intent (NLI) Signing Ceremony on Raider Plaza on November 16, 2021 honoring their achievements and commitment.

Michael Lane Jr. '22, longtime manager of the Raider Football Team, has committed to become a manager for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide football program.

Congratulations to Bret Edwards '18, who led the University of New Hampshire Wildcats to victory with three touchdown passes.

The Central Catholic High School administration is excited to announce that Ms. Casey Grange '03, has been named the new Assistant Director of Athletics. Ms. Grange is a state championship coach and has been inducted into our Athletic Hall of Fame for her outstanding career as a student-athlete.

Congratulations to Katharine Duren '21, who capped off her stellar track & field career at Central Catholic with an historic, record-breaking performance while repeating as All-State Champion. She shattered both the state and New England high school records for the 100 meter hurdles.

This summer, Central Catholic will be buzzing with a variety of activities, including campus improvement projects, our Academic Summer Term, our Summer Art Studio Exploration Camp, our Innovative Learning Academy, and a wide array of Sports Camps and Clinics!

Congratulations to nationally-ranked wrestler Jaclyn Dehney '23, who earned a Gold Medal at the 2021 Pan-American Championships.

The Central Catholic High School administration is excited to announce that Mr. Zachary Blaszak, current Assistant Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer, has eagerly accepted the role of Director of Athletics & Activities.

Congratulations to Caitlin Klauer '17, who won national titles in synchronized swimming as an All-American student-athlete at Stanford University.

Congratulations to Osamuyimen "Uyi" Osayimwen '21 on being named a Moynihan Scholar-Athlete! Uyi helped lead the Raider Football to an undefeated season and the Merrimack Valley Conference Championship Cup. In the fall, Uyi will compete at Williams College while pursuing a career in medicine.

Congratulations to Kaitlin MacDonald '21, a captain of the Raider Girls Swimming & Diving Team, on being named a Commonwealth Motors Unsung Hero by The Eagle-Tribune. Kaitlin will be attending UCLA in the fall.

The Raider Football Team has opened the season with two convincing wins. Several members of the team have announced their commitments to study and compete at the collegiate level. Go, Raiders!