Roar with Pride: Unleashing the Spirit of Athletics at Gross Catholic!
Get ready to experience the heart-pounding excitement of fall athletics at Gross Catholic High School, home of the mighty Cougars! Our dedicated coaches and talented student-athletes are gearing up for an action-packed season filled with thrilling competitions, memorable victories, and the unbreakable bond of teamwork. From the adrenaline rush on the field to the cheers from the stands, join us as we embrace the passion and grit of Gross Catholic Athletics this fall!
Roaring success! Girls and boys teams both qualified 4 times for States, securing 1 State and 2 District championships in the past. Our runners have claimed 1st in State as well as 3 individual District victories! Join the legacy, conquer Cross Country!
See the Cross Country schedule.
The Cross Country Coach is Leah Schwartz, schwartz@gcgmail.org.
Excellence!
From the dizzying heights of a State Championship to the twice-honored title of State Runners Up, our football gladiators forge a legacy etched in grit and determination. Experience the adrenaline-charged thrills this season as they leave their hearts on the field, striving for greatness with every play!
Follow the team on Max Preps to get the latest scores. View the football schedules.
Varsity Home Field: Bryan Senior High, 4700 Giles Road, Bellevue, Nebraska.
JV & Freshman Home Field: Gross Catholic Macaitis Field, 7700 S. 43rd Street, Bellevue, Nebraska.
Coaches
Varsity Football
Tommy Van Haute, tvanhaute@gcgmail.org
Tim Bowen, tbowen@paplv.org
Randy Schmitz, schmitz@gcgmail.org
Denny Hess, 2155dgmh@gmail.com
Chris Vacek, vacek_chris@yahoo.com
Daniel Mettler, dgmettler@hotmail.com
Cody Bousema, clbousema@gmail.com
Charles Monico, cmonico12@gmail.com
Mike Stutzman, mstutz5@gmail.com
Mike Sivels, thesivelization@gmail.com
Tavion Anderson, tavion.anderson94318@bobcats.peru.edu
Dan Wees, dwees@gcgmail.org
Frosh Football
Ben Stanesick, stanesick@gcgmail.org
Jake McGregor, jrm65082@creighton.edu
Assigner
Vernon Breakfield, vjbreak1@gmail.com
Under Level FB Assigner
Chris Franck, cmfranck@yahoo.com
Remarkable!
We’re number one! Our volleyball program remains among the elite of the state racking up 18 District Championships, 6 RCC Titles, 3 state runner-up titles as well as winning the state tournament four times.
See the up to date volleyball schedule.
Follow the team on Max Preps to get the latest scores.
The great volleyball tradition continues here at Gross Catholic! Julie Cortinas, our Head Varsity Coach is guiding the girls to success.
Coaches
Varsity Volleyball
Julie Cortinas, cortinas@gcgmail.org
Varsity Assistant
Sheila Thomas, sheila.pleskac@gmail.com
JV Volleyball
Denis (Vavruska) Juhler, denis.vavruska@gmail.com
Frosh Volleyball
Brooke Bowen, blmbowen@gmail.com
Assigner
Neil Hammond, refereeneil@gmail.com
With unwavering poise and laser-focused precision, our girls golf team stands ready to conquer any challenge that comes their way. Armed with skillful swings and a tenacious spirit, they dominate the greens and leave rivals in awe. Get ready to witness excellence in action this season!
View the golf schedule.
Home Course: Eagle Hills, 501 Eagle Hills Drive, Papillion, NE 68133. Phone: 402-592-7788
The Girls Golf Coach is Wayne Wilson, wwilson137@cox.net.
With a remarkable history of All-Conference and All-State Honors, our softball team is poised for greatness every season. Uniting as one, we aim to exceed expectations, creating unforgettable moments on the field. Be sure to join us in the stands as we push boundaries and unleash the Cougar spirit once again!”
Check out the softball schedule.
Home Field: Schrack Field at 42nd and Margo Streets, Bellevue, Nebraska.
Coaches
Varsity Softball
John Buscher, jabuscherjr@cos.net
Callie Billings, calliebillings4@gmail.com
Assigner
Jim Bewley, jljabewley@gmail.com
Counted among Nebraska’s hardest working teams, our boys tennis program boasts an impressive 8 Top Ten Rankings in the past. Fueled by passion and dedication, they embrace the grind and revel in the joy of competition. Stop by the courts this season and be a part of the journey of Gross Catholic’s tennis stars!
View the boys tennis schedule.
Home Court: Dewey Outdoor Park Tennis Center, 550 Turner Boulevard, Omaha, Nebraska.
The Boys Tennis Coach is Mike Renner, miker8582@gmail.com.