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Students watch seniors Jack McShane and Michael LaSala deliver the morning news updates on Nov. 14, 2025.
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SGA News Videos Bring Engagement, Announcements to Friday Mornings
Jack Grisolano, Staff Writer • November 14, 2025
October Photo of the Month Winner – Colt Scanlon
Rock XC Extends State-Qualifying Streak to 19
Rock XC Extends State-Qualifying Streak to 19
Jack Grisolano, Staff Writer • November 7, 2025

With only two out of the top seven runners returning, and a group of seniors that formed a state championship-winning team graduating, many in...

Head coach Kelly Donohoe talks with his offense during a timeout in the second half of the game against Blue Springs on Oct. 3, 2025. The offense put up 29 points, but it wasn't enough as the Hawklets suffered their first loss of the season, 38-29.
Playoff Preview: Rockhurst Looks to Make Noise in Class 5 Playoffs
Ivan Burns, Editor • October 30, 2025

After a grueling nine-week season, Rockhurst finds itself staring down the postseason with a 7-2 record. The team will look to ride a successful...

Junior Declan Sullivan takes down St. Louis University High running back Jordan Taylor with some help from a teammate during the game on Oct. 24, 2025. The Hawklets largely bottled up Taylor, a Lindenwood commit, with the exception of a 73-yard touchdown burst at the end of the first half. That score was one of just two the Junior Billikens could muster, as Rockhurst rolled over them 35-14.
Hawklets Cap Off Regular Season, Roll SLUH on Senior Night
Jake Bond, Editor • October 30, 2025

Senior Kevin Sullivan filled the stat sheet with a batted pass and interception on defense and a touchdown catch on offense as Rockhurst manhandled...

Junior defensive back Blake Thomas pulls St. Louis University High quarterback Kyren Eleby down for the sack during the second half of their game on Oct. 24, 2025. Despite giving up three inches and 100 pounds in size, Thomas took Eleby down to force a SLUH punt.
More Photos: Rockhurst Rolls SLUH to Close Regular Season
Elliot Thomas, Prep News Media • October 29, 2025
Junior running back Cash Lewandowski points at a camera after scoring the last of his three touchdowns in the game against St. Louis University High on Oct. 24, 2025. Lewandowski single-handedly outscored SLUH, who could only muster 14 points, while the Hawklets put up 35.
Photos: Rockhurst Rolls SLUH to Close Regular Season
October 28, 2025
Rockhurst's defense lines up against the St. Thomas Aquinas offense during the first half of their game on Oct. 10, 2025. As it was in the previous two meetings, this game came down to the very end with the Hawklets converting a 2-point conversion in overtime to collect the 36-35 win.
Photos: Rockhurst Triumphs in Another Thrilling OT Matchup with Aquinas
Aaden Lutman and Colt Scanlon October 17, 2025
Asende Welongo, Meghan Flavin, Mo Abdalla, Tierney Flavin and Bahar Ahmed
(Photo provided by Meghan Flavin)
Civil War, 8,000+ Mile Journeys, and an Unbreakable Bond: Inside the Unique Journey of 3 Rock Seniors
Ivan Burns, Editor • September 11, 2025

Every day at Rockhurst, hundreds of students fill the bustling halls of the school. Each of these individuals has a unique story to tell. However,...

Fr. Stephen Kramer SJ leads a reflection at Jesuit High School in New Orleans
A Conversation with Fr. Stephen Kramer SJ, the new Principal of Rockhurst High School
Jake Bond, Staff Writer • May 22, 2025

Three months ago, I sat down with Fr. Vincent Giacabazi, SJ, the outgoing principal of Rockhurst High School to discuss his time on State Line...

Father Vincent Giacabazi, SJ is in his last semester as principal at Rockhurst High School. “I feel like St. Paul in some ways,” Giacabazi said, “as he’s saying goodbye to his Christian friends.”
Giacabazi Reflects on Leaving Rockhurst, Becoming President of Jesuit Tampa in Fall
Jake Bond, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025

At exactly 12:37 p.m. on Jan. 6, Rockhurst principal Father Vincent Giacabazi, SJ informed students that they had a snow day. The start of second...