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A Perfect Way to Go Out

Liam Daly, Prep News TV December 11, 2023

Prep News TV's Liam Daly takes a look back at the soccer team's perfect season and what this year's senior has accomplished during their time at the Rock.  

Senior Thomas Coppinger raises the football in triumph after scoring a touchdown against Bishop Miege on Sept. 22, 2023. Rockhurst jumped out to an early lead and held on 21-14 to claim the rivalry game.

Making the Transition From Fall to Winter Sports

Mitch Forbes, Staff Writer December 7, 2023

Studies have shown that playing multiple sports helps athletes develop unique physical skills, but those who participate in sports in back-to-back seasons are also faced with unique challenges. The...

Rock Talk Podcast w/ Henry Mullen

Bobby Clemons, Prep News TV November 30, 2023

On this Rock Talk Podcast, Prep News TV's Bobby Clemons talks with Missouri Class 4 Defensive Player of the Year Henry Mullen about the state champion soccer team. They discuss what it was like to 3-peat,...

Recap: How the Soccer Hawklets Claimed the District Championship

Sam Accurso, Prep News TV November 10, 2023

Rockhurst's varsity soccer team claimed the district championship by beating Ray-Pec 3-2 in overtime on Nov. 1, 2023. Video shot and edited by Sam Accurso.  

Recap: Soccer Hawklets Advance to District Final

Liam Daly, Prep News TV November 10, 2023

Rockhurst's varsity soccer team advanced to the district championship by beating Lee's Summit West 3-0 on Oct. 30, 2023. Video shot and edited by Liam Daly.  

Senior defender Henry Mullen pushes past the Lees Summit defense. The Hawklets overcame a scoreless first half to net four goals in the second en route to their shutout win over the Tigers on Sept. 14, 2023.

Soccer Team Striving for History

Gus Moseley, Staff Reporter November 10, 2023

Rockhurst soccer has a storied history, to say the least. Nine state championships. Twenty-seven state semifinal appearances. More than 1,000 victories in program history. Yet, this year's team is...

Senior forward Liam Ver Meer looks for an opening to get by a Lees Summit defender. Ver Meer would tally one of Rockhursts goals in their 4-0 win over the Tigers on Sept. 14, 2023.

Tale of Two Halves: Hawklets Pull Away to Beat Tigers

Ted Truebner, Staff Reporter September 21, 2023

An early defensive effort gave way to a flurry of goals as Rockhurst soccer pulled away to beat Lee Summit 4-0 Thursday night. The Hawklets spent the majority of the first half on defense. Lee's Summit...

After winning the Guatemala Cup during Senior Service Project 2023, the black shirt team celebrates their hard earned victory with Coach Marvin Grilliot and Team Captain Grant Anielak.

Senior Guatemala Trip Proves Unforgettable

Lukas Pitman, Editor February 21, 2023

Last month, 30 Rockhurst seniors and seven adult chaperones made the trek to Guatemala as part of Senior Service, giving back to the community of San Andrés Itzapa, on the first of two trips to the community....

Seniors and their parents pose together after the Senior Night ceremony before the game against St. James Academy on Oct. 20, 2022.

A (Senior) Night to Remember

Andrew Dunn, Staff Reporter November 9, 2022

On October 20, the Rockhurst Hawklets soccer team faced off against the St. James Thunder. It was Senior Night at the Rock as the opening ceremony started with a rose-giving ceremony in which the six seniors...

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