Proud to Unveil Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus Expansion || Advancing the St. Thomas Footprint

St. Thomas is proud to unveil the Jane and Bill Joplin ‘54 Campus expansion, the latest priority project to support the school’s immediate strategic plan and promote the success of Eagle student-athletes in competition, in the classroom, and in the community. The Joplin Campus, named to recognize the extraordinary philanthropy of Jane and Bill during [...]

Eagle Football Resets with Eight-Game Regular Season for 2020

St. Thomas has announced a 2020 football scheduling model in response to the COVID-19 pandemic that will offer eight regular-season games beginning September 25 at Hotze Field inside Granger Stadium. The reboot includes six district contests and two non-distinct match-ups with no open dates. The October travel date to San Antonio remains, as does the [...]

By |2020-08-03T19:29:23-05:00August 3rd, 2020|Athletics, Football|0 Comments

St. Thomas Sets June 8 Return for Eagle Football and Cross Country | Phased-Return for Student-Athletes

St. Thomas High School has set June 8 as the date for football and cross country student-athletes to return to campus. In the wake of the coronavirus shutting down and ripping up the spring calendar, Eagle Athletics enters the summer with at least a stationary target after nearly three months in the dark on what [...]

St. Thomas Names Karnell James New Leader of Eagle Basketball

St. Thomas High School announces that Karnell James will take the helm of its basketball program as head coach after serving as an assistant the previous two years. James brings an impressive reputation as a focused strategist and competitor who promotes great rapport with scholar athletes and their families, establishing immediate trust and long-standing relationships [...]

By |2020-10-23T12:41:55-05:00April 16th, 2020|Athletics, Basketball, Campus News|1 Comment

#TBT 2015 || ‘First Monday With Mike’ Features Greg Gatlin ’98 from Gatlin’s BBQ

This story was originally published in February 2015. First Monday With Mike features St. Thomas athletic director Mike Netzel on the first Monday of each month throughout the academic year to provide depth, background, and insight into all things Eagle Athletics and other random areas of interest. The latest conversation takes place at Gatlin’s BBQ [...]

By |2020-11-19T14:07:19-06:00February 20th, 2020|Campus News, Alumni|0 Comments

20 in ’20 | The Most Impactful Identities of Eagle Athletics Since 2010 | First in Series

How do we remember our contributors? Some leave indelible impressions through tenure over years or even decades, thereby becoming part of an institution’s fabric through their dependable presence. Others shine brightly, creating unforgettable memories regardless of their longevity. Others still permeate our consciousness for their role as selfless facilitators, whether lifting colleagues or the community [...]

Strake Jesuit Cancels Annual Football Clash with Eagle Football

The 2020 schedule for Eagle Football is complete yet includes one notable and glaring gap - the annual clash with Strake Jesuit. “(Head coach) Rich McGuire received a phone call from Strake that they are canceling the series,” St. Thomas Athletic Director Mike Netzel says. “The decision wasn’t a surprise because in recent years Strake [...]

‘Eagles’ Nest’ Winter 2019 | St. Thomas Leaving its Catholic Basilian Imprint on Houston and Nationally

The Eagles’ Nest is the St. Thomas flagship vehicle for telling stories about the vibrant Eagle community. Through compelling narratives and striking visuals, we explore the institution, from the change and growth on campus to how St. Thomas is leaving its Catholic Basilian imprint on Houston and nationally. Our award-winning writing and design provide insights [...]

#TBT 2014 || Ben Condara ’14 Leads Destiny Darling Eagle Baseball to TAPPS State Title

This story was originally published in May 2014. It’s more than fitting, if not fateful, that Ben Condara `14 became the poster boy for the 23rd state baseball championship in the proud and prestigious history of the St. Thomas program. Condara will be remembered for his tenacity and perseverance, his calm and composure through adversity, [...]

By |2020-11-19T14:09:39-06:00January 23rd, 2020|Athletics, Baseball, Student Life, Campus News|0 Comments
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