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100 Messages of Love
October 15th, 2025
First graders and student athletes teamed up to bring comfort and inspiration to area patients. Learn more about the project that was inspired by an Episcopal teacher’s own journey.
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Congratulations to the 2025 Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees!
October 8th, 2025
Alumni Relations Coordinator Lindsay Turner '97 highlights the recent inductions of Bart L. Phillips ’91 and Vincent Dellocono ’12 into the Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame. Join us in congratulating these impactful alumni on this milestone.
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Introducing the 2025/2026 New Episcopal Faculty and Staff
July 29th, 2025
Episcopal is pleased to welcome the newest members of our Episcopal family.
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Episcopal Announces New Athletic Director
June 5th, 2025
Please join us in welcoming Brent Broussard to the Episcopal community.
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Spring Sports/Knight of Excellence Recap
May 8th, 2025
Take a look back at a successful spring sports season and the recent Knight of Excellence Athletic Banquet that celebrated student athletic achievements. It's a great time to be a Knight!
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Charles Carter to Play Baseball for Xavier University of Louisiana
May 6th, 2025
A home run and RBI leader for the Knights, Charles Carter, will continue playing baseball at Xavier University of Louisiana next year.
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Episcopal Names New Head Baseball Coach
May 6th, 2025
Episcopal is pleased to announce veteran coach J.T. Blair as the new Head Baseball Coach for the Knights.
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Josh Heatly to Play Baseball at BRCC
May 6th, 2025
Josh Heatly, a top hitter for the Knights’ baseball team announced he’ll continue playing the game he loves next year.
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Lilly Legnon to Compete for Spring Hill
May 1st, 2025
After four years with Episcopal’s track & field team, sprinter Lilly Legnon announced she’ll compete for Spring Hill College next year.
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Brody Bailey to Play Baseball at Lyon College
April 8th, 2025
Baseball has always been a part of Brody Bailey’s life. Now, he’ll continue his journey at Lyon College.
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Carter Guillory to Play Baseball at Millsaps College
April 8th, 2025
Carter has been at home on the baseball field since he first started playing at the age of three. He’ll continue his baseball career at Millsaps next year.
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REUKNIGHTED: Tristen Rigby ’21 Shares What It’s Like to Continue the Athletic Journey Beyond High School
April 1st, 2025
After a successful run with the Knights football team, Tristen Rigby ’21 realized his dream of playing for the Clemson Tigers. His hard work and commitment to the team helped Tristen earn playing time, a college degree and so much more.
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Episcopal Announces "The Knight of Excellence" Athletic Banquet
March 27th, 2025
Celebrate Episcopal's top athletes at the Knight of Excellence on April 27th! Join us for an inspiring evening of awards, recognition and community.
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Chase Cresson to Play Football at Morehead State University
March 21st, 2025
Chase Cresson will continue his football journey next year while keeping the memory of a beloved teammate alive. Read more about Chase’s motivation and hopes for the future.
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Anna Kate Yale to Compete at Harding University
March 20th, 2025
Long-time runner Anna Kate Yale will continue competing at Harding University. Read more about Anna’s impact on the Knights and why Harding is the right school for her.
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2025 Winter Sports Spotlight
February 27th, 2025
Episcopal’s winter sports athletes celebrated much success! Take a look at the season’s highlights.
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David Olinde to Play at Millsaps College
February 27th, 2025
After overcoming a significant injury, Episcopal soccer’s David Olinde will continue his soccer journey.
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Joshua Godfrey to Play at Centenary College
February 26th, 2025
Following in his family’s footsteps, Joshua Godfrey looks forward to suiting up for Centenary. Read more about his football journey.
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Reid Chauvin to Compete at LSU
February 6th, 2025
Episcopal's Reid Chauvin proves that dedication and hard work lead to success. A football and powerlifting standout, Reid is set to continue his journey with the LSU Tigers.
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Silas Hall Commits to LSU
February 6th, 2025
Episcopal long snapper Silas Hall realizes a lifelong dream as he joins the LSU Tigers. Read more about his journey.
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Building a Soccer Dynasty with Head Coach Kiran Booluck
January 29th, 2025
Head Soccer Coach Kiran Booluck has built a powerhouse soccer program at Episcopal, leading the Knights to back-to-back state championships. From London to Louisiana, his journey, passion and coaching excellence continue to shape the future of high school soccer.
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2024 Fall Sports Recap
December 11th, 2024
Take a look back at a successful season for the Knights!
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Rylee Simoneaux Signs with University of Houston
November 13th, 2024
Congratulations to Episcopal’s Rylee Simoneaux on signing to swim at the University of Houston! After a tremendous high school career, she’s ready to dive into new challenges in athletics and academics.
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Sophia Macias Signs with Tulane
November 12th, 2024
Congratulations to Episcopal’s Sophia Macias who announced her commitment to play golf at Tulane University. A standout since age six, Sophia reflects on how the game shaped her life and shares excitement for the journey ahead.
2 minute read2024 Fall Sports Spotlight!
October 18th, 2024
From cross country victories and esports domination to thrilling football, swimming and volleyball action, your Knights are having a great fall sports season. Don’t miss the upcoming action and show your support by cheering on the blue and gold!
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Congratulations to the 2024 Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees!
October 17th, 2024
A record number of alumni returned to honor this year's inductees: Warrick Baker '91, Felisha Foster '88 and Todd Graves '90. Their achievements and impact showcase the strength of the Episcopal community. Learn more about these outstanding Knights!
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Introducing the 2024 Episcopal Homecoming Court!
September 20th, 2024
Congratulations to this year's Homecoming Court. Check out the exciting activities for this year's Homecoming Week.
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Gregory Snee: A Louisiana Bowling Legend
September 12th, 2024
Episcopal teacher and coach Gregory Snee is a Louisiana bowling legend who made history as the youngest in the state to bowl a perfect game in tournament play. From family legacy to national success, Gregory's journey is a testament to talent, hard work and passion.
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Sarah Bonnecaze '24 Named Gatorade Louisiana Girls Soccer Player of the Year!
June 20th, 2024
Soccer standout Sarah Bonnecaze earned tremendous honor.
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Spring Sports Success!
May 7th, 2024
Take a look back at the Knights spring sports season.
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Middle School Athletic Council Empowers Student Athletes
April 18th, 2024
A dedicated group of students is creating excitement and awareness around Middle School sports.
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Alden Romano to Play Soccer and Baseball at Millsaps College
April 12th, 2024
Read more about Alden’s decision to go to Millsaps and how playing three sports in high school has prepared him well for the next level.
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A New PE Lesson Has Kindergarteners Rolling
March 14th, 2024
Kindergarten students are bike riders! Read more about how PE coaches are helping students learn a new life skill.
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2024 Winter Sports Wrap Up
March 6th, 2024
Read more about a season that will be remembered for years to come.
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Dual Sport Athlete TJ Callahan to Compete at Kentucky State University
February 9th, 2024
Surrounded by family and friends, TJ Callahan made the official announcement that he will compete for Kentucky State University in both basketball and football.
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Braeden George Signs with Navy
February 8th, 2024
Episcopal running back Braeden George recently announced that he will continue his football career at the United States Naval Academy.
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Celebrating Soccer Success!
January 18th, 2024
Middle and Upper School soccer teams have much to celebrate. Learn more about their successful seasons.
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2024 Winter Sports Spotlight
January 12th, 2024
Check out how the Knights are doing this season and make plans to support our student athletes at upcoming events.
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Episcopal Soccer Standout Lane Mendoza to Play for North Central College
December 6th, 2023
Members of the Knights soccer team, coaches and family celebrated Lane Mendoza’s announcement that he will join the North Central College Cardinals soccer team next year.
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2023 Fall Sports Recap
November 30th, 2023
Take a look back at the excitement of the Episcopal fall sports season.
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Sarah Bonnecaze Signs with TCU
November 8th, 2023
Soccer standout Sarah Bonnecaze will continue her soccer career with the Horned Frogs next year.
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2023 Episcopal Homecoming Court & Festivities
October 18th, 2023
Congratulations to this year's court. See the important activities for this year's Homecoming Week.
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2023 Fall Sports Spotlight
October 13th, 2023
Go Knights! Read more about upcoming action and make plans to support the blue and gold.
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Calling all Alumni! Six Opportunities to Get Involved
September 14th, 2023
Check out the fun and meaningful ways that Episcopal alumni can make a difference in the lives of current students.
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Congratulations to the 2023 Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees!
September 14th, 2023
Read more about this year’s honorees and the impact they’ve had on Episcopal.
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The Science of Athlete Heat Safety
August 24th, 2023
Athletic trainer Dean Mannina explains how the Knights are staying safe in this record-breaking heat. Plus, he offers tips for fans.
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Katie Sue Capron '23 Signs with Birmingham-Southern
May 1st, 2023
After a successful senior soccer season, captain Katie Sue Capron signed with Birmingham-Southern College. Read more about why she chose the Panthers and what this opportunity means to her.
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Mia Pulliam '23 Signs with Rhodes College
April 26th, 2023
Veteran track & field and cross country athlete Mia Pulliam signed with Rhodes College. Read more about her choice and the advice she has for classmates.
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Episcopal School of Baton Rouge Names Head Boys Basketball Coach
April 24th, 2023
Episcopal introduces Head Boys Basketball Coach Ben Young.
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Alana Simon Signs with Southern Miss
March 31st, 2023
Decorated Episcopal track & field athlete Alana Simon signed with Southern Miss. Find out why she chose Southern Miss and what advice she has for classmates.
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2023 Spring Sports Spotlight
March 29th, 2023
Spring is in the air, which means it’s a great time for baseball, golf, softball, tennis and track & field.
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Wow! What a Winter Sports Season!
March 3rd, 2023
See highlights from an incredible winter sports season.
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Cale Buhler Signs with Huntingdon College
March 2nd, 2023
Cale Buhler has realized his dream of playing college football. Read more about his journey and his advice for teammates.
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Episcopal Powerlifting: Breaking Records and Building Community
February 9th, 2023
Powerlifting is the fastest growing sport in the LHSAA. Episcopal lifters share what makes the sport so special.
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Athlete Safety Precautions are a Must in School Athletics
February 3rd, 2023
The NFL’s Damar Hamlin’s incident highlighted the importance of player safety. Read more about the precautions and resources in place at Episcopal.
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Winter Sports Spotlight - January 2023
January 18th, 2023
The winter sports season is off to a great start. Check out some of the highlights from Upper and Middle School athletics.
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Knights Post Winning Record of Service
December 8th, 2022
Amid the victories and playoff runs, the Episcopal Knights took time to help others through a variety of service projects. Read more about the difference the teams are making.
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Teachers' Lounge: Coach Lynn Bradley
December 7th, 2022
Ireland’s U19 International Player of the Year. Five-time national champion. 39 Caps for Ireland. Girls soccer coach Lynn Bradley is a legendary Irish goalkeeper. Now, she’s sharing her love for the sport with the Episcopal girls soccer team.
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Middle School Sports Spotlight
October 20th, 2022
Alex Wharton provides an update on the Middle School sports program and his vision to engage, equip and empower students.
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REUKNIGHTED: Rob Rieger '77
October 20th, 2022
Rob Rieger ’77 was among a group of students who built the Episcopal home field. Years later, he’s still a huge part of Episcopal athletics as the football PA announcer. Read more about how Episcopal has always been a second home for Rieger and his family.
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ReUKnighted: Jimmy Williams '97
October 20th, 2022
As the Episcopal community prepares to celebrate the legacy of Coach Jimmy Williams '97, we take a look back at a previous REUKNIGHTED article featuring his tremendous success and contributions.
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Fall Sports Spotlight!
October 19th, 2022
Check out our Fall Sports Spotlight and make plans to cheer on your Knights in person this season!
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2022 Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
September 26th, 2022
Many people dream of being a Hall of Famer, but only a few achieve it. Read more about this year’s Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.
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Student Athletes Celebrate the Next Step in their Journey
April 29th, 2022
Basketball, football, track and field. Episcopal seniors are keeping their athletic dreams alive as they make plans to continue competing in several sports. Read more about who is moving on to the next level and their advice for classmates.
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Shortstop Luke Hill Signs with the Sun Devils
April 6th, 2022
Luke Hill ’22 realized his dream when he signed to play baseball for Arizona State University. Read more about his decision and advice for classmates with a similar goal.
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Spring Sports Spotlight
March 30th, 2022
Baseball, softball, tennis, golf, track & field. Get an update on recent spring sports action. Go Knights!
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Winter Sports Recap
March 4th, 2022
The Knights have had quite a postseason! Read more about all of the exciting action.
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Episcopal's Dryden Duggins Signs with Washington & Lee
February 16th, 2022
Episcopal's Dryden Duggins dream of playing college football has been realized. This week, he signed with Washington & Lee University. Read more about his journey and his advice for classmates.
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Episcopal's Thomas D'Armond to Play for Samford University
February 2nd, 2022
Offensive standout Thomas D’Armond celebrated the next step in his football career by signing on to play for the Samford University Bulldogs. Read more about his decision and the advice he has for his classmates.
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Winter Sports Spotlight
January 7th, 2022
Winter sports action is heating up! Read more about the Knights season so far.
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Episcopal Golfer's College Dream Comes True
November 12th, 2021
Boyd Owens first hit the golf course competitively at the age of 11. Now, a high school senior, he signed a deal to play at the next level. Find out where he'll tee up next fall.
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Middle School Sports Spotlight
October 6th, 2021
The Middle School Knights are working hard and representing the school well. Check out an update on all the latest action.
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Fall Sports Spotlight
September 24th, 2021
The Episcopal fall sports season is already off to a tremendous start with impressive wins, a Fans’ Choice Player of the Week and the shattering of a longstanding school record. Read more about cross country, football, swimming and volleyball, and look for a Middle School sports spotlight in the weeks to come.
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The Teachers' Lounge: Brett Bailey
September 24th, 2021
Each blade of grass is just right. The pylons are in place. The Knights head watches over the athletes from the center of Memorial Field. We go behind the scenes with Episcopal Grounds Director Brett Bailey to learn more about the time and effort required to maintain the home field.
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Episcopal Athletic Trainer Helps the Knights Compete at their Best
August 26th, 2021
When the Knights take the court or the field this season, they can count on Episcopal Athletic Trainer Dean Mannina to support them. As a key member of the athletic team, Mannina works to prevent, evaluate and rehabilitate athletic injury and illness. Read more about the extensive role of a school athletic trainer.
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Ryan Armwood Signs with Southeastern
May 21st, 2021
Knights football standout Ryan Armwood will continue playing next year for the Southeastern Louisiana University Lions. Read more about what this means to Ryan.
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Jewel Jones Signs with LSUA
May 5th, 2021
Now that Jewel’s dream has been realized, she offers the following advice to students with a similar goal. “The advice I would give to other students would be to simply go for your dreams,” she says
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Episcopal's Tristen Rigby's Clemson Dream Comes True
March 30th, 2021
When you know, you know, and Tristen Rigby has that confidence about his decision to attend Clemson University and walk on to the school’s championship-caliber football team.
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Episcopal's Austin Sybrandt Commits to Tulane University
January 7th, 2021
After tremendous success with the Knights, senior defensive end Austin Sybrandt recently committed to play football for the Tulane Green Wave. Read more about Austin’s journey and join us in congratulating him on this achievement.
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Faith and Basketball: Taylor Mims Wharton '09
December 11th, 2020
Sports have been a part of Episcopal head girls basketball coach and 2009 graduate Taylor Mims Wharton’s life for as long as she can remember.
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Adventures in PE with the Pioneers of Episcopal Athletics
October 29th, 2020
What happens when former physical education teachers get together for a luncheon? Laughter, tears and the reliving of good times.
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Coach Heidi Hebert: Miss PE Lady
September 21st, 2020
Anyone who speaks with Coach Heidi immediately realizes that there is a positive spark and natural joy about her. “My mom raised me to make lemonade,” she says with a smile.
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Hike Your Hike for Coach Cole
August 12th, 2020
Once a Knight, always a Knight. This is certainly the case for beloved cross country and track coach Eddie Cole. The Knights are standing with Coach Cole as he battles leukemia.
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Ribbon Cutting Held to Celebrate New Episcopal Field House
March 12th, 2020
“This building comes from love. Love of the experience people have had at Episcopal over 50 years.” That was the statement from Episcopal Head of School Hugh McIntosh at the Field House ribbon cutting. McIntosh was joined by the Episcopal student body, alumni, athletic supporters and donors in the historic occasion that marked the opening of the first new athletic facility on campus since the ‘80s.
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Consistent and Competitive for 24 Years & Two Generations: Episcopal's Coach Travis Bourgeois
January 31st, 2019
For more than two decades now, Coach Bourgeois has been a critical component of the Episcopal athletics family and he wouldn’t want it any other way. He has the most wins of any coach in Episcopal football history, taking teams to district championships and the state semifinals.
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ReUKnighted: Jimmy Williams '97
January 31st, 2019
In August of 2002, the star of the American Bowl between the San Francisco 49ers and the Washington Redskins was Class of 1997 Episcopal graduate and current Assistant Athletic Director Jimmy Williams.
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Alumni Remember Episcopal Coaches
September 21st, 2018
For decades, Episcopal coaches have been providing that little nudge, direction and support to student athletes. Volumes of research prove that being a part of a team has lifelong, positive impacts on athletes. The benefits students reap from interacting with a great coach are equally as impressive. Here are just a few personal examples from Episcopal alumni.
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2018 Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee Named
July 24th, 2018
Episcopal congratulates 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee April Brown ʼ95! April was named to the Hall of Fame at the annual sports banquet at the end of the school year.
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Claney Duplechin: Character-Focused Coaching
December 20th, 2017
“You’re going to change starting now.” Claney Duplechin was a sophomore in high school when he received a directive so frank and serious and non-negotiable. It was one of those moments that you catalogue for a lifetime so that you can access it over and over. “You’re going to change starting now.”
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