The Main Attraction

Niagara College appears to be the perfect fit in the classroom and on the court for Jenna Main.

The 17-year-old, Grade 12 student at Notre Dame has committed to Niagara for this fall where she is enrolled in the school’s new Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and will also be suiting up for the women’s volleyball team.

Main was approached by Knights volleyball coach Steve Stone about playing for the school while awaiting acceptance for her schooling.

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Lee commits to Gannon

By Bill Potrecz: BP Sports Niagara - April 22, 2024

Aaron Lee is natural born leader.

The 17-year-old, Grade 12 student at Notre Dame loves to act as a player/coach on the pitch, whether it’s from his natural fullback position or from centre-back.

“I’m a strong defender and very vocal,” the Pelham resident said. “If you come out to watch any of our games or practices, I’m constantly projecting my voice. I’m quite quick on the wing and I like to play fullback and get up and down the wing when I can and then track back and try and make a strong challenge. At centre-back I can see everything on the pitch and offer advice and tell my players while on the pitch what I see and give them best opportunity to do better.”

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Four inducted into Notre Dame Wall of Fame

By Bernie Puchalski: BP Sports Niagara - April 12, 2024

The Notre Dame Wall of Fame grew by four Friday morning during an induction ceremony at the Welland high school.

Joining the sports wall were Grey Cup champion Chris Van Zeyl, world field lacrosse silver medalist Vanessa VanderZalm, U SPORTS basketball champion Scott Murray and cheer coach Karen Wallace.

The wall, established in 1986 during the school’s 50th anniversary celebrations, honours any Notre Dame alumnus who has attained outstanding recognition or superior accomplishments in a school sport. It is based on playing ability, integrity, sportsmanship, character and contribution to a team or teams at Notre Dame.

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Athletes of the Month!!!

 Incredibly proud of Myrna Romero, and James Ortiz, who both participated in OFSSA in their respective sports! Well done!

April Super Locker Winner

So pleased to announce Jose Palma Alfaro as the recipient for our super locker for April! He exudes kindness each and every day! It also gives us a chance to applaud his efforts in giving free English lessons to incoming refugees! Today was a great example as Jose had a chance to visit St. Mary’s Academy in Buffalo, and speak to them about his experiences as a refugee and as a non-English speaker. We are so proud of how you have grown into such an incredible ambassador.