Fighting - St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School
In The Spirit Of The Gospel
Coach Boarman Gives Thanks
Once again, this year, I would like to take this opportunity to
thank the St. Vincent-St. Mary community for the wonderful
support that I have received. I am humbled by your dedication and
display of loyalty and I am so pleased to have come full circle in my
life by returning to my roots— St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.
The “fire” of the Fighting Irish is very much alive, and I am so
grateful to be a part of that excitement. The feeling of tradition
and pride is palpable, and it is truly a special time in my life to be a
member of the Fighting Irish.
St. Vincent-St. Mary is a unique institution, so integral to the
history of Northeastern Ohio. No high school in the area can match
it in any regard. It is a school which has produced winners, not only
on the athletic field and in academics, but also in life.
Throughout our journey together, I believe that it is important
to revive some of the traditions of the past. Therefore, following
each game, we will walk together as a team to the shrine of the
Blessed Mother, to pray together and give thanks. In doing so, we
will be reminded of our faith, and how it helps us come together
as a school family. I hope that everyone in the St. Vincent-St. Mary
community will join us in prayer after each and every home game.
Working together, we will achieve success.
Dan Boarman V70
St. Vincent-St. Mary Head Football Coach
Ken McDonald Campus Minister
In his own words, Mr. McDonald says:
“God has blessed each and every one
of us so tremendously in giving us the
physicality of our being and the athletic
talents we share. That which we do
with these talents – be it on the football
field, the soccer field, the cross country
course, golf course, basketball court,
bowling alley, the sidelines cheering, the
wrestling mat, baseball or softball diamond or in track and field – is
our gift to God. I am just here to help remind our students where
their true strength comes from and to help them strengthen their
relationship with God.” No matter what the season, the
St. Vincent-St. Mary faith community continually strives for peace,
justice, sportsmanship and the creation of God’s Kingdom.
Dear Mary,
Mother of God and patroness of the St. Vincent-St. Mary
Community, give us the desire to grow in God’s grace and love.
Continue to shower us with compassion and humility so that we
may be a reflection of you. Kindly enlighten our students with
wisdom and guide us in the discernment of our vocations. Holy
Mary, Blessed Mother, shed light on the paths we walk and brighten
our journey into the future. Help us recognize the constant
presence of your loving Son Jesus and inspire us with faith to turn
to Him in our hour of need. Amen.
~Anna Wilson VM07