IRONMEN FOOTBALL AND CHEER 9/24/2022 Varsity @ Brentwood and 9/25/2022
JV and Developmental @ Erie Catholic

The North Pittsburgh Catholic Ironmen organization has their JV and DEV teams coming off of their Byes, while the Varsity had another dominating win over Westmoreland 50-6. As they enter week 4, the Ironmen teams all remain in 1st place in their respective divisions, with only needing 1 more win to clinch playoff berths.

The Ironmen Varsity team is set to face off with their toughest opponent of the year, which looks to be Brentwood. Brentwood is coming off of a 46-7 victory of Erie Catholic. So, as the Ironmen finish their road travels this weekend, they look to turn to the Iron Clad D to turn down the music on Brentwood who is averaging 47 points per game in their young season. The Ironmen look to be up to the challenge as they enter the game allowing 8 points a game to their opponent.

With a win against Brentwood, the Ironmen will clinch a playoff spot and depending on what happens around the league Sunday, will clinch a 1 or 2 seed for the playoffs.

Welcome to the BATTLE OF 79!! As the players hit Grove City, Meadville and then Mercer, they begin to visualize the opportunity they have to face off with their best opponent of the season thus far and their 2021 playoff Rivals!

The JV and Developmental team head up north for both to face off with Erie Catholic, who is also coming off of their bye weeks. Both teams are battling for a 1st place win and look to push over Erie Catholic. With the desire to take on Erie, a win would get both JV and DEV sole place of first place in their divisions. A win will also move them one game closer to clinching a 1 or 2 seed in their respective division.

Last season Brentwood did not play in the Pittsburgh Diocese League and are definitely making their presence known in the 2022 season.

The Erie Catholic Developmental team won the Championship last season over your Ironmen, and had an overall record of 6-0. Last Season Erie Catholic scored a total of 225 points to their opponents 20. The young Ironmen look to get revenge and as they face off for the first of 2 games this Sunday.

Erie Catholic JV team is also coming off of a strong 2021 campaign (3-2 record) where the came in 2nd place to Erie McDowell in the championship game. The JV team seeks revenge as well, seeing as Erie Catholic was the team that exited the Ironmen early from the playoffs.

Around the League Today

Week 4 9/24 and 9/25

Ironmen @ Brentwood

Varsity 9/24/2022 @ 8pm

Ironmen @ Erie Catholic

JV 1pm Dev 230pm

St. Louise @ Seneca Valley

Varsity 9/25/2022 @ 6pm

Westmoreland @ Erie Catholic

Varsity 400pm

St. Louise JV and DEV- BYE

Chargers JV and DEV- BYE

W L PF PA

1. NPC Ironmen 2 0 64 0

2. Erie 2 0 80 12

3. St. Louise 1 2 28 62

4. S. Hills Chargers 0 3 0 98

Developmental

JV

W L PF PA

1. NPC Ironmen 2 0 58 0

2. Erie 2 0 78 8

3. S. Hills Chargers 1 2 16 74

4. St. Louise 0 3 16 86

Varsity

W L PF PA

1. NPC Ironmen 3 0 120 26

2. Brentwood 2 0 94 7

3. S. Hills Chargers 2 1 58 48

4. Seneca Valley 1 1 40 46

5. St. Louise 1 1 28 48

6. Erie 0 3 19 82

7. Westmoreland 0 3 22 124

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8th Grade Student Athlete Spotlight

3rd Year Ironmen Cheer

Grace Chrobak

1. What motivates you to be part of the Ironmen? "I enjoy building friendships with girls of all ages on the team."

2. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has impacted you as an individual? "It has taught me the importance of being a mentor by reaching out to the younger girls to help them when needed."

3. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has influenced you to be a leader on and off the field? "Ironmen cheer has given me confidence"

4. What are some values you have learned while being part of the Ironmen Organization? "Hard work, perseverance and positivity"

5. What advice can you provide to the younger student athletes in the Ironmen organization to empower them as individuals? "Always be yourself."

6. What is your favorite pre or post game meal? "My favorite post game meal is pzza."

1st Year Ironmen Cheer

Claire Elliot

1. What motivates you to be part of the Ironmen? "I like cheering for our Catholic school unified team especially with my friends."

2. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has impacted you as an individual? "It has given me an opportunity to learn more about cheer and have fun at the same time."

3. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has influenced you to be a leader on and off the field? "In Ironmen you have to set a good example for the younger kids because they look up to you as an example."

4. What are some values you have learned while being part of the Ironmen Organization? "Teamwork and accountability"

5. What advice can you provide to the younger student athletes in the Ironmen organization to empower them as individuals? "If you work hard you can accomplish anything."

6. What is your favorite pre or post game meal? "Pizza!"

2nd Year Ironmen Player

Defensive Back/Wide Receiver

Will Waskiewicz

1. What motivates you to be part of the Ironmen? "I am motivated to be a part of the Ironmen because I love football, I love playing football, and I like being around other people that love football. Ironmen is a great organization that likes competition and asks that each player give their best effort every time to bring us together as a team."

2. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has impacted you as an individual? "Ironmen has impacted me by always focusing on discipline, respect, fortitude, determination and leading by example."

3. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has influenced you to be a leader on and off the field? "Ironmen has influenced me to be a leader on and off the field by pushing me to put in the work on the field and always encourage and respect my teammates. When I take that respect and discipline with me off the field, it is a good example outside of football that hard work and respecting others help you reach goals."

4. What are some values you have learned while being part of the Ironmen Organization? "The Main value I have learned while being a part of the Ironmen is sportsmanship and hot to treat others. I've also learned the value of discipline, showing up on time, being ready to work hard and finishing strong."

5. What advice can you provide to the younger student athletes in the Ironmen organization to empower them as individuals? "My advice to younger Ironmen is to never think that where you are at is good enough. Always be looking for how you can get better. And be nice! Always be nice!"

6. What is your favorite pre or post game meal? "For my pregame meal I don't like to eat a lot so I have something smaller. I like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. After the game, I am usually starving and love having a hamburger."

2nd Year Ironmen Player

Defensive End/Tight End

Finian Cook-Baldauf

1. What motivates you to be part of the Ironmen? "Being part of a team and being able to do my part on the field."

2. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has impacted you as an individual? "It has made me become a team player and a well rounded person."

3. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has influenced you to be a leader on and off the field? "It has shown me to take initiative on and off the field."

4. What are some values you have learned while being part of the Ironmen Organization? "Teamwork, leadership, and Bravery."

5. What advice can you provide to the younger student athletes in the Ironmen organization to empower them as individuals? "Push yourself and don't give up."

6. What is your favorite pre or post game meal? "My Favorite pregame meal is pancakes and sausage."

1st Year Ironmen Player

Linebacker/Tight End

Kean Mcguire

1. What motivates you to be part of the Ironmen? "The encouragement from coaches' and team members."

2. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has impacted you as an individual? "Gain more confidence and become a better team player."

3. How do you feel the Ironmen organization has influenced you to be a leader on and off the field? "The Ironmen help me gain more confidence and motivation."

4. What are some values you have learned while being part of the Ironmen Organization? "Kindness, loyalty, and respect are the values I have gained this year."

5. What advice can you provide to the younger student athletes in the Ironmen organization to empower them as individuals? "Never give up, always push yourself to be better and stronger at the weakest times and support other teammates."

6. What is your favorite pre or post game meal? "Pizza and Bacon cheeseburgers."

VARSITY TEAM

VARSITY IRONMEN

The Varsity Ironmen are coming off of 3rd straight victory against Westmoreland with the score of 50-6. The Ironmen had no issues putting points on the board as the were up 44-0 at halftime.

The offense was led by QB Louie Iaquinta who threw for 116 yards and 3 touchdowns, all in the first half. Sean Miller also rushed for 57 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Ironmen also received alot of productivity from some of the younger Ironmen was Michael Pierro scoring his first touchdown of the season and first as an Ironmen.

The Iron Clad D was led a force to reckon with this week as they had a total of 6 tackles for a loss and forced 3 turnovers, led by Ronan Straub with 2 fumble recoveries. The Iron Clad D has not let up just 26 points all season, with an average of just over 8 points a game.

The Varsity team is on the road for their final road game of the season as the play guest to Brentwood, and his highly motivated to enter their home stand on October 2nd with a 4-0 record. And as always, they continue to be content BUT NOT SATISFIED!

Head Coach- Phil O'Hara

Offensive Coordinator- Denny Sentelle

Defensive Coordinator- Tom Chimenti

Special Teams Coordinator- Jim Russell

Offensive and Defensive Line Coach- Todd Kalis

Linebacker and Scout Team Coach- Chris Minton

Assistant Defensive Coordinator- Travis Hawes

Upcoming Schedule

9/24 @ Brentwood 8pm

10/2 vs Erie Catholic @ 230pm

10/9 Bye Week

10/15 vs Seneca Valley @ 630pm

Record

3-0

JV FOOTBALL

The JV Ironmen team is coming off of their week 3 bye ready to head up North to face off with Erie Catholic who looks to be their best competitor yet of the young season. Erie Catholic edged the Ironmen last year in the playoffs, forcing them to exit early. The Ironmen enter with a chip on their shoulder, seeking revenge against a team they look to take down and send to the middle of Lake Erie.

The JV team is coming off of a huge 28-0 victory over the St. Louise Trojans and with a win on Sunday, they will have full command of the JV division.

The JV Iron Clad D has yet to allow a point against them and looks to continue their ways this Sunday. The defense is getting themselves a name around the league and teams are beginning to realize that the Ironmen are not to be taken lightly.

Some teams fear them, some teams want to be like them. A resilient team that will not give an inch to their opponent.

Upcoming Schedule

9/25 @ Erie Catholic 1pm

10/2 vs St. Louise @ 11am

10/9 @ South Hills Chargers @ 1pm

10/16 vs Erie Catholic @ 11am

Record

2-0

JV TEAM

DEVELOPMENTAL TEAM

DEVELOPMENTAL FOOTBALL

Can you say long awaited REMATCH???? Your looking at the 2021 championship game rematch and a lot of hype has been built up for this game.

Just like their big brothers, the Developmental team heads up to the North to take on the undefeated Erie Catholic team.

The Developmental team has not been scored on all season just like the Iron Clad D at the JV level. The showdown on Sunday will surely feature some great defense as the Erie Catholic team has only allowed 6 points per game over the young season.

The Developmental team has put up the 2nd most points in their division falling short to their opponent who has scored 40 per game thus far.

As like the JV and Varsity team, the Developmental team looks to be road warriors this weekend before coming home on 10/2.

Upcoming Schedule

9/25 @ Erie Catholic 230pm

10/2 vs St. Louise @ 1245pm

10/9 @ South Hills Chargers @ 230pm

10/16 vs Erie Catholic @ 1245pm

Record

2-0