By Andrew Chaloub ‘18
Once again Ignatius has been blessed with many talented athletes, some fortunate enough to receive offers to play at the college level. Currently, we have 22 student-athletes who have committed or are planning to commit to play at the college level next year.
Darian Kinnard – After coming to Saint Ignatius his sophomore year, Darian Kinnard has been nothing short of spectacular on the football field. The 6’ 7”, 330 pound offensive lineman has earned himself the honor of being a 4-star recruit to Kentucky.
Anthony Ameo – Committing to Ohio State as a sophomore, Anthony Ameo has been spectacular on the field. Anthony was called up as freshman to play on the varsity lacrosse squad. He specializes in face-offs, winning about 75% of his matchups. Anthony is one of the best at his position in the country and while he is looking forward to his time at Ohio State, he is focused and ready to make his mark on his upcoming senior season.
Alex Claus – Swimming and diving is not one of the more covered sports, but that has not stopped Alex from being one of the best divers in the state and earning himself a commitment to the University of South Carolina.
Justin Sands – Sands will be signing with the University of Pennsylvania for football. Justin was called up to the varsity football squad his sophomore and has been a starter at free safety since his junior year. He cemented himself as one of the best free safeties in northeast Ohio earning All-District honorable mention this year.
Connor Kennedy – The star wideout will be signing with the College of Holy Cross for football. Connor earned himself the honor of being named team captain his senior season, and is already putting in the work for next season.
Phil Zuccaro – Phil will be signing with Yale University for track and field. Phil is one of the best sprinters the school has seen in recent memory. Phil is excited about starting at Yale but is looking to break school records this year.
Juan Penn – Juan committed this week to play rugby for St. Bonaventure University after helping the Rugby Cats win the state title in 2017.
Matt Trickett – Matt is a 4.5 star kicker and punter. Trickett set a new school record for longest FG in school history. He will be committing Spring Signing Day.
Matt Gildea – Matt will be signing with Aurora University to play lacrosse.
Chris Larson – will be signing with Trinity College to play lacrosse.
Kyle Katibak – will be signing with Otterbein University to play lacrosse.
Michael Donahue – will be signing with Alma College to play lacrosse.
Connor Sims – will be signing with Swarthmore College to play lacrosse.
JJ Conway and Jordan Asimes – will both be signing at Kenyon College to play baseball.
Griffin Fox – Griffin recently committed to row at Lehigh University.
Billy Corte – Billy committed this week to play football for Stetson University after starting at right tackle in 2017.
