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Football Crowned White Division Champions
After an impressive 9-1 season, the Notre Dame Football team was named White Division Champions.
Girls XC Win Colonial League Title
Individual medal winners include junior Brenna Hammerstone leading the way finishing 6th, junior Samantha Karwacki finished 9th and junior Ella Schweitzer finished 10th.
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Maria Debonis Braxmeier '05 Inducted into LV Softball HOF
We are proud to announce that alumna Maria Debonis Braxmeier, Class of 2005, has been inducted into the Lehigh Valley Softball Hall of Fame. Braxmeier, a standout pitcher during her time at Notre Dame, holds an enduring record of 652 strikeouts.
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Notre Dame Launches Online Ticketing Option
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Girls Basketball 2024 District Champions
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Wrestling Take Down Pennridge
Boys Varsity WrestlingThe Notre Dame Crusaders wrestling team dominated Penn Ridge in a decisive 53-10 victory. The match featured a strong performance across the board, with several Crusaders securing key victories by fall or decision.Notable Wins:Cael Muller opened the match with a commanding 16-0 tech fall over Jake Ramos (PR) at 107 lbs in just 3:13.Aiden Vanicky added another solid win with a 6-2 decision over PJ Irving (PR) at 114 lbs.Cooper Feltman delivered a dominant 1:09 fall against George Denson (PR) at 127 lbs.Gavyn Kelton secured a key 1:32 fall at 139 lbs, followed by Stephen Bialek who earned a 2:35 fall over Jake Wood (PR) at 152 lbs.Keegan Ramsay made a statement with a 42-second fall against Fenix Bock (PR) at 172 lbs.Dominic Sumpolec continued the momentum with a 1:01 fall at 189 lbs.Connor Smalley capped the falls with a quick 59-second pin over Carter Mercier (PR) at 215 lbs.Noah Knorp finished the dual with a solid 5-0 decision over Christian Yanes (PR) at 285 lbs.Key Losses:Danny Met
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Girls Basketball Handle Moravian Academy
Girls Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders girls basketball team delivered a commanding performance Tuesday night, defeating Moravian Academy 63-9. Senior Emily Lessig led the charge with 14 points, showcasing her leadership and skill on the court. Freshman Ava Hobbie made a strong contribution with 11 points and 2 rebounds, while juniors Brenna Hammerstone and Chloee Dahl added 7 and 6 points, respectively, to round out a balanced offensive attack.The Crusaders will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup on Saturday, when they host Bangor at home.
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Wrestling Shock Pen Argyl
Boys Varsity WrestlingThe Notre Dame wrestling team delivered a commanding 56-12 victory over Pen Argyl in Tuesday night's matchup. Key highlights include:Cael Muller (107): Secured a fall in 3:00.Jacob Volpe (121): Dominated with a technical fall (17-2 in 2:00).Jared Gonzalez (145): Achieved a technical fall (15-0 in 3:44).Stephen Bialek (152): Recorded a fall in 5:34.Keegan Ramsay (172): Earned a quick fall in just 0:59.Connor Smalley (215): Finished with a decisive fall in 0:57.Noah Knorp (285): Closed out the match with a fall in 1:36.Additional victories included forfeits for Cooper Feltman (127) and Tanner Berkenstock (133), as well as a major decision for Dominic Sumpolec (189) (15-3).The Crusaders continue to display strength and resilience on the mat as they look ahead to their next match tomorrow vs. Pennridge at home.
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Boys Basketball Roll Past Moravian Academy
Boys Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders boys basketball team earned 63-36 win over Moravian Academy on Tuesday night. Senior Carmine Diaz led the way with 16 points and 4 rebounds, setting the tone for the team. Junior Devin Akrie delivered a standout performance, contributing 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Sophomore Justin Manning added 12 points and 3 assists, while junior Isaiah Miles chipped in with 11 points and an impressive 7 assists.The Crusaders will take their strong play on the road this Saturday when they face Bangor.
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Girls Basketball Rally Past Northern Lehigh
Girls Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders girls basketball team showcased their talent and teamwork on Monday night, defeating Northern Lehigh 50-32.Senior Addison Ryan led the Crusaders with a game-high 17 points and added 4 rebounds, setting the tone for the victory. Fellow senior Emily Lessig contributed an all-around performance with 11 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds. Junior Brenna Hammerstone was solid on the boards, finishing with 8 points and 5 rebounds, while junior Ava Shonk filled the stat sheet with 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists.The Crusaders used a combination of offensive balance and defensive intensity to control the game, securing an important win as the season progresses. They return to action Tuesday night at home, where they will face Moravian Academy at 5:30PM.
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Boys Basketball Shut Down Northern Lehigh
Boys Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders boys basketball team delivered a commanding performance on Monday night, defeating Northern Lehigh 87-49.Senior Carmine Diaz led the way with a game-high 22 points and 8 rebounds, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the court. Junior Cody Driscoll made his presence felt in the paint, recording his first career double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds. Sophomore CJ Diaz contributed 12 points and dished out 6 assists, displaying excellent court vision. Junior Isaiah Miles added 8 points and matched CJ with 8 assists, keeping the Crusader offense in rhythm. Sophomore Justin Manning chipped in 13 points, rounding out a balanced attack for Notre Dame.The Crusaders' victory highlights their depth and teamwork as they continue to build momentum this season. They’ll look to carry their strong play into Tuesday night’s home matchup against Moravian Academy.
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Ramsay Places 7th at Ironman
Boys Varsity WrestlingKeegan Ramsay (165) and Dominic Sumpolec (175) were the only two Notre Dame-Green Pond wrestlers still competing on Day 2 of the Ironman Tournament at Walsh Jesuit High School. Keegan Ramsay (4-2) – 7th Place (15.0 team points)Keegan Ramsay had a strong showing on Day 2, earning a 7th-place finish and contributing 15 team points.Consolation Round 6: Ramsay secured a victory by fall over Riley Johnson (Skutt Catholic) at 4:02, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.Consolation Round 7: Ramsay fought a close match against Shane McFillin (Bethlehem Catholic), falling in sudden victory (3-0).7th Place Match: Ramsay capped off his tournament with a win by medical forfeit over Bradlee Farrer (Pleasant Grove).Dominic Sumpolec (3-2) – 6.0 team pointsDominic Sumpolec battled through Day 2, earning 6 team points for Notre Dame-Green Pond.Consolation Round 6: Sumpolec faced Waylon Cressell (Warren Central) in a tough contest, losing by decision (4-1).Ramsay and Sumpolec’s performan
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Girls Basketball Triumph Over Lehighton
Girls Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders delivered an outstanding performance on Friday night, defeating Lehighton 53-9 in front of a home crowd.Senior Addison Ryan led the charge with 11 points and 7 rebounds, anchoring the Crusaders’ efforts on both ends of the floor. Freshman Ava Hobbie contributed 8 points, while senior Emily Lessig and junior Ava Shonk each added 7 points to the team's commanding victory.The Crusaders aim to carry this momentum into their next matchup on Monday as they hit the road to face Northern Lehigh.
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Boys Basketball Edge Lehighton
Boys Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders secured a decisive 77-57 win over Lehighton on Friday night, showcasing a strong team performance.Senior Carmine Diaz led the way for the Crusaders, delivering 19 points and 5 rebounds. Junior Isaiah Miles made a significant impact with an impressive double-double, recording 15 points, 10 assists, and 3 rebounds. Sophomore Justin Manning also contributed heavily to the offensive effort with 16 points and 3 rebounds, while junior Devin Akrie added 9 points to round out the scoring.The Crusaders will look to build on this momentum as they return to action at home on Monday against Northern Lehigh.
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Wrestling Competes Strong on Day 1 at Ironman
Boys Varsity WrestlingThe Notre Dame-Green Pond wrestling team faced elite competition at the prestigious Ironman Tournament at Walsh Jesuit High School in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The Crusaders battled against some of the nation's top programs, with standout performances and gritty efforts across multiple weight classes.Day 1 Highlights:106 lbs: Cael Mueller (2-2) scored 4.5 team points with two strong wins in the consolation bracket. Mueller rebounded from an opening-round loss with a tech fall victory over Randen Wright (Bixby) and a decision win over Jacob Naylor (McDonogh School). His tournament ended in Round 4 after a tough loss to Eddie George (Blair Academy).126 lbs: Cooper Feltmann (0-2) received a bye in the opening round but was defeated by Gauge Botero (Faith Christian Academy) and Josh Vazquez (Montini Catholic), finishing a hard-fought tournament without scoring team points.132 lbs: Tanner Berkenstock (0-2) dropped two tough matches, including a narrow 8-6 decision to Curtis Zion Borge (Westlake
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Girls Basketball Dominate Jim Thorpe
Girls Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame Crusaders girls' basketball team delivered a dominant performance Wednesday night, defeating Jim Thorpe 72-10 at home. The Crusaders showcased a balanced offensive attack, with Ava Shonk leading the way with 16 points, including two three-pointers. Ella Schweitzer followed closely with 17 points, highlighted by three shots from beyond the arc, while Brenna Hammerstone added 10 points through consistent scoring inside. Emily Lessig was a force on the boards and contributed 14 points, including six made free throws. Addison Ryan chipped in 4 points while anchoring the team’s defensive efforts. Notre Dame jumped out to an early lead, scoring 31 points in the first quarter, and continued their dominance in the second half with 41 more points.The Crusaders return back in action at home vs. Lehighton Friday night.
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Boys Basketball Cruise Past Jim Thorpe
Boys Varsity BasketballThe Notre Dame boys basketball team cruised to a 64-44 victory over Jim Thorpe Tuesday night, delivering a well-rounded performance. Senior Carmine Diaz led the charge with 15 points and 8 rebounds, playing a key role in both the offense and defense.Sophomore Justin Manning contributed with 13 points, while CJ Diaz added 11 points to keep the offense firing on all cylinders. Another strong sophomore, Cody Driscoll, chipped in with 9 points to help secure the win. Junior Isaiah Miles facilitated the offense with 7 assists. The Crusaders return back in action on Friday home vs. Lehighton.
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Wrestling Defeats So Lehigh in Home Opener
Boys Varsity WrestlingNotre Dame delivered an overwhelming performance on the mat, dominating Southern Lehigh 69-3 in a decisive victory. The Crusaders quickly took control of the dual, benefiting from several forfeits and later showcasing their strength with key pins throughout the night.The match started with a series of forfeits, as Tanner Shear (107), Cael Muller (114), and Aiden Vanicky (121) all earned easy wins by forfeit, giving them an early 18-0 lead. The first contested match saw Cooper Feltman (127) pin Southern Lehigh’s Connor Wayock in a mere 34 seconds, further extending their lead to 24-0.At 133, Tanner Berkenstock faced off against Griffin King (SLH) in a competitive match, winning 11-6 by decision. ND's dominance continued as Gavyn Kelton (139) earned a pin over Keith Barker (SLH) in 1:09, followed by Jared Gonzalez (145) who secured another pin over Anastasios Kiprislas (SLH) at 1:46.The momentum did not slow as Stephen Bialek (152) and Cole Kanuck (160) each added falls in 1:02, solidify
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Football Dominate Wilson
Boys Varsity FootballThe Notre Dame Crusaders football team delivered an impressive performance on Saturday afternoon, securing a decisive 52-11 victory over Wilson. From the start, the Crusaders set a dominant tone and controlled the game on both sides of the ball. In the first quarter, Notre Dame jumped to an early lead with a 17-yard touchdown pass, followed by a successful extra point to make it 7-0. Shortly after, a powerful 1-yard rushing touchdown extended the score to 14-0 by the end of the quarter.Wilson briefly responded in the second quarter with a 38-yard field goal, cutting the deficit to 14-3. However, the Crusaders quickly asserted their control, adding a 49-yard touchdown pass and a 3-yard rushing touchdown, pushing the score to 28-3. Notre Dame closed the half with a 31-yard field goal, heading into halftime with a commanding 31-3 lead.The third quarter showcased Notre Dame's relentless pace, beginning with a thrilling 90-yard kickoff return for a touchdown that set the tone for the remain
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Football Beats Palmerton Homecoming Night
Boys Varsity FootballOn a special homecoming night, the Notre Dame Crusaders put on a show, shutting out Palmerton 52-0 in a dominant performance.The scoring began in the first quarter when sophomore Jon Striba broke free for a 19-yard touchdown run, with senior Mark Talpas adding the extra point to put the Crusaders up 7-0. Shortly after, junior Matt Bodnar found sophomore Nyechay Lawless for a 7-yard touchdown pass, extending the lead to 14-0 by the end of the quarter.In the second quarter, Notre Dame continued to pour it on. Sophomore Aaron Gordon powered in from 1 yard out for a score, followed by a 37-yard touchdown reception by senior Carmine Diaz on a perfectly placed pass from Bodnar. Just before halftime, Bodnar delivered a deep 41-yard strike to senior Nino Morici Jr. for another touchdown, pushing the lead to 35-0. Talpas capped off the first-half scoring with a 32-yard field goal, sending the Crusaders into the locker room up 38-0.The dominance continued in the third quarter as Bodnar connected
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Football Dominate Palisades
Boys Varsity FootballThe Notre Dame Crusaders delivered a dominant performance Friday night, defeating Palisades 56-7.Notre Dame wasted no time in asserting control, scoring on their first drive of the game. Matt Bodnar connected with Carmine Diaz for a 2-yard touchdown pass, and kicker Mark Talpas added the extra point to give the Crusaders a 7-0 lead at the end of the first quarter.In the second quarter, Jon Striba extended the lead with an 8-yard touchdown run, again with Talpas converting the extra point. Palisades managed to respond with a touchdown of their own to narrow the deficit to 14-7, but the Crusaders’ defense quickly swung the momentum back in their favor. Christian Rivituso intercepted a pass and returned it 7 yards for a touchdown, widening the lead to 21-7. Shortly after, Bodnar found Striba again, this time for a 31-yard touchdown pass, putting Notre Dame firmly in control with a 28-7 advantage going into halftime.The Crusaders didn’t let up in the second half. Aaron Gordon powered in fo
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Boys Soccer Defeat Wilson in Double Overtime
Boys Varsity SoccerIn a thrilling matchup, the Notre Dame Crusaders edged out Wilson 2-1 in double overtime. Wilson struck first, taking an early lead in the first half. However, the Crusaders rallied in the second half when senior Paul Hartman delivered a free kick that deflected off a Wilson player, leveling the score. As the clock ticked down in the second overtime, Hartman’s corner kick found junior Isaiah Miles, who headed the ball into the net with just 1:59 remaining, securing the victory for Notre Dame.
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Football Defeat Pen Argyl
Boys Varsity FootballNotre Dame Green Pond stormed past Pen Argyl Saturday afternoon, securing a decisive 42-15 victory. Quarterback Matt Bodnar showcased his arm, throwing for an impressive 446 yards and five touchdowns, as the Crusaders dominated from start to finish.Notre Dame wasted no time getting on the scoreboard in the first quarter. Bodnar connected with Carmine Diaz for a 15-yard touchdown pass, followed by two deep strikes to Alex Clark—one for 70 yards and another for 81 yards—giving the Crusaders a commanding 21-0 lead by the end of the opening quarter.The attack continued in the second quarter when Bodnar found CJ Diaz for a 76-yard touchdown, stretching Notre Dame’s lead to 28-0 heading into halftime.Pen Argyl managed to break through in the fourth quarter with two touchdowns, but it was too little, too late. Notre Dame’s Jonathan Striba added to the Crusaders’ tally with a 39-yard touchdown run and a 19-yard touchdown reception, sealing the victory.Alex Clark led all receivers with 163 yard
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Football Dominates Northern Lehigh
Boys Varsity FootballIn a stellar Senior Night performance, Notre Dame cruised to a 49-19 victory over Northern Lehigh Friday night. Junior Matt Bodnar had a standout game, leading the team with 419 passing yards and four touchdowns.The Crusaders opened the scoring early in the first quarter, as Bodnar found Senior Carmine Diaz for a 22-yard touchdown. Kicker Mark Talpas added the extra point, making it 7-0.Notre Dame extended their lead in the second quarter. Diaz caught a 1-yard touchdown pass from Bodnar, followed by an explosive 79-yard touchdown catch by Junior Alex Clark. By halftime, Notre Dame was firmly in control with a 21-0 lead.Bodnar continued in the third quarter, throwing a 38-yard strike to Diaz for his third touchdown of the night. Sophomore Jon Striba powered through Northern Lehigh's defense for a 1-yard rushing touchdown, extending the lead to 35-6 by the end of the third quarter.In the final quarter, Sophomore Jason Frederick added a 9-yard rushing touchdown, and freshman Tommy Murphy
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Girls Volleyball Defeats Palmerton
Girls Varsity VolleyballThe Notre Dame Crusaders delivered a dominant performance, sweeping Palmerton 3-0. Addyson Wilson led the team with 5 kills and an impressive 8 aces, keeping the pressure on the opposition. Maggie LaBella contributed 4 kills and 2 aces, while Rachel Fisher added 2 kills and 2 aces of her own.Abby Calon’s defensive efforts were crucial, racking up 9 digs along with 2 aces. Autumn Nixon set the tempo with 11 assists, ensuring the Crusaders many opportunities to score.Notre Dame returns back in action Tuesday at Pen Argyl.
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Girls Cross Country Win Colonial League Title
Junior Brenna Hammerstone finished 6th to lead two teammates in the top ten as the Notre Dame Crusaders girls cross country team won the Colonial League Championship, Wednesday at DeSales University.Junior Samantha Karwacki was ninth and junior Ella Schweitzer was tenth, respectively. Sophomore Alivia Rieland finished 17th and freshman, Mia Uliana finished 20th to round out ND's top 5.The Crusaders had 60 points to top Wilson (71) in the 15-team field.Notre Dame finished with a perfect 28-0 Colonial League regular season prior to the championship and will now compete in District 11 next week. Full championship results posted here.
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Alumna Maria Debonis Braxmeier '05 Inducted into LV Softball Hall of Fame
Notre Dame High School is proud to announce that alumna Maria Debonis Braxmeier, Class of 2005, has been inducted into the Lehigh Valley Softball Hall of Fame. Braxmeier, a standout pitcher during her time at Notre Dame, holds an enduring record of 652 strikeouts, a testament to her exceptional skill and dedication on the field.At Notre Dame, Braxmeier became a dominant force on the mound, leading her team to multiple victories while setting the record for strikeouts, season and career wins that still stand today. Her leadership, athleticism, and commitment to excellence were evident in every game, earning her recognition as one of the top athletes in the region.The Lehigh Valley Softball Hall of Fame induction is a significant honor that celebrates the region's most accomplished, and Braxmeier joins an elite group of individuals who have made lasting contributions to the sport. Her legacy as one of the finest pitchers in Notre Dame’s history continues to inspire current and future stu
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Matt Bodnar - NFFLV Chapter Player of the Week
Each week the National Football Foundation – Lehigh Valley Chapter, selects a high school football player of the week from its 34 local high schools. Players are listed below and will be our guests at the 65 th Annual Scholar-Athlete Banquet on March 2, 2025. Head Varsity Coaches are encouraged to nominate players worthy of P.O.T.W consideration to the NFFLVC by Monday 5:00pm each week.WEEK 1 - Matt Bodnar, a Junior Quarterback from Notre Dame Green Pond High School, had 37 completions on 49 attempts for 604 yards passing and 7 touchdowns. In addition, he rushed for an 8th touchdown. All statistics are school records. His team beat Garden Spot 71-64. Matt was nominated by his head coach, Phil Stambaugh.
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Notre Dame Launches Online Ticketing Option
The Notre Dame athletics department will launch and new electronic ticketing option next week that will enable fans to purchase tickets to the athletic contest they are planning to attend. The service, provided by HomeTown ticketing, is a cashless, paperless, contactless option that will provide convenience for fans. To purchase tickets online, follow the link to the Notre Dame High School Box Office, HomeTown Ticketing | find the game you want to purchase tickets to attend, and follow the prompts to make the purchase. Tickets may be purchased using a credit or debit card. Each transaction will include a small processing fee that goes directly to HomeTown Ticketing.
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Vote Matt Bodnar: Max Preps Pennsylvania Athlete of the Week
Junior, Matt Bodnar was nominated for the MaxPreps Pennsylvania High School Athlete of the Week Award.Bodnar completed 37 of 49 attempts for 604 yards and seven touchdowns. He ran for 35 yards and a touchdown in 71-64 win over Garden Spot.Please click this link to vote for Matt:MaxPreps Pennsylvania High School Athlete of the Week Award: Vote Now The MaxPreps Athlete of the Week award is decided by FAN vote. Voting is live and will conclude at noon on Monday, September 2. You may vote as often as you like.Winners will be announced Tuesday.
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🎉 Exciting News for Crusaders Athletics Fans!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website! **What's New:**🌐 Modern and User-Friendly Interface🔍 Improved Navigation for Easy Access📅 Brand New Calendar Layout📸 Stunning Visuals and GalleriesClick this link to learn more about the site.
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