Spring Sports

Share in the excitement of Gross Catholic Baseball! With 6 State Championships, including back-to-back titles in 2009 and 2010, our program boasts a winning tradition. We’ve also produced 12 future Division I college baseball players, proving our commitment to developing elite talent.

Show your Cougar Pride by staying up-to-date on Twitter (@GrossHSBaseball) during varsity games.

Come cheer on our players at our home games, held on the beautiful baseball diamond in the southeast corner of our 5-acre campus.

Coaches

Varsity Baseball

Jim Hempel, hempeljr12@gmail.com or 402-968-4950
Kevin Handzlik, kevin.handzlik@gmail.com
Jay Hrdlicka, jay.hrdlicka@yahoo.com

JV Baseball

Pat Mruz, pdmruz96@gmail.com
Brooke Byrne, brookebyrne231@yahoo.com

Reserve Baseball

Jeff Sova, sov1232@yahoo.com
Charles Monico, cmonico12@gmail.com

At Gross Catholic High School, our Cougar golfers embody the unwavering spirit and determination that defines our community. Whether they’re teeing off under clear blue skies or battling through unpredictable spring weather, our student-athletes demonstrate the commitment and resilience that have made Gross Catholic a beacon of excellence.

From the first tee to the final putt, our boys golf team showcases the Cougar pride that runs deep throughout our campus. Fans can cheer on our golfers as they take on the challenges of Tregaraon, our home course located at 13909 Glengarry Circle in Bellevue, Nebraska.

Coaches

Taylor Sidzyik, tsidzyik@firstteeomaha.org
Jocko Ilcisin, ilcisin@gcgmail.org

There’s a fire in the heart of every Gross Catholic soccer player, a burning desire to achieve greatness both on and off the field. Their passion is contagious, inspiring teammates, coaches, and fans alike. Their dedication to teamwork and sportsmanship shines through in every match.

From the precision of their passes to the power of their shots, the Cougar Boys Soccer team is a force to be reckoned with. Their dedication to the game and each other makes them a true brotherhood of champions.

Be a part of the excitement! Follow our journey on MaxPreps.com for the latest scores and updates.

Coaches

Varsity Head Coach: Robert Greenhagen (Class of 1998), robert.m.greenhagen@gmail.com
Varsity Assistant Coach: Chad Lange, lange_chad@live.com

JV Head Coach – Bryan Vomack (Class of 2014)

Graduate Assistant Coaches
Preston Higginbotham (Class of 2022)
Andrew McNamara (Class of 2022)
Maurico Orozco (Class of 2024)
Rob Greenhagen (Class of 2025)

The Gross Catholic Girls Soccer team carries a rich tradition of excellence, built on a foundation of dedication, sportsmanship, and unwavering faith. They embrace every challenge with grace and determination, striving to uphold the legacy of their predecessors while forging their own path to greatness.

Every match is an opportunity to witness the talent and spirit of these extraordinary young women. Their passion for the game and their unwavering commitment to each other are a true testament to the values of our school.

Follow the journey of our Cougars on MaxPreps.com for the latest scores and updates!

Coaches

Varsity Soccer

Rick Yanovich, ryanovich@oppd.com
Kim Matzen, matzen@gcgmail.org

JV Soccer

Eric Yanovich

Cougar tennis is back, and this year’s squad is ready to make their mark on the court. Representing Gross Catholic with pride and purpose, our student-athletes bring dedication, grit, and a love of the game to every match they play.

Leading the team Coach Brian Miller.  Coach Miller brings an enthusiasm for both the technical and personal growth aspects of the game, helping each player reach their full potential — on the court and beyond.

Together, this team embodies what it means to be a Cougar: hard work, faith, and a championship mindset.

We’d love to see you in the stands! Whether it’s a home match or a road trip to cheer on the girls, your support means everything to our players and coaches alike. Every fan makes a difference.

Here’s to a great season. Go Cougars!

Coaches

Brian Miller, bmiller@gcgmail.org

The Gross Catholic strength training program isn’t just about building muscle; it’s about building character.

Our Cougars embrace the challenges of training, understanding that every rep, every set, builds not only their physical strength but also their mental resilience. We strive to cultivate a spirit of dedication, discipline, and respect, values that resonate not only in the weight room but also in the classroom, at meets, and throughout their lives.

Coaches

Ben Stanesick, stanesick@gcgmail.org
Brooke Bowen, blmbowen@gmail.com

At Gross Catholic, we go beyond developing athletes; we foster young people of integrity, perseverance, and teamwork. Track and field provides a dynamic platform for individual growth, mirroring life’s challenges and triumphs. Our dedicated coaching staff instills positive Christian values and encourages our athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the track.

Since 2007, Gross Catholic Track & Field has built a legacy of success: 52 athletes have qualified for State Championships, bringing home 31 state medals (including 5 State Champions). Our team has set 17 school records and claimed 28 RCC titles, showcasing the hard work and dedication of our Cougars.

Join us in celebrating this exciting season! Let’s rally around our team, cheer them on, and make every meet a memorable experience as they strive for greatness and embody the spirit of Gross Catholic.

Track results can be found on athletic.net.

Coaches

Anton Rice, tonmrice@gmail.com
Will Rice, willardrice05@gmail.com
Jenna Macitas
Brittney Vomacka, vomackabm@lopers.unk.edu
Leah Schwartz, schwartz@gcgmail.org

Try Trap Shooting!

(For information, contact grosstrap@gcgmail.org)

Have you ever wanted to participate in an activity that allows everyone to participate in every practice and every competition?
·Trap Shooting

Are you concerned that you are not fast enough, big enough, tough enough?
·Everyone competes, regardless of experience or skill level.
·Trap Shooting

Do you like individual and team competition?
·Trap Shooting

Would you like an opportunity to earn a school activity letter?
·Trap Shooting

Hit the Target

• Trap shooting is a great sport that is open to boys and girls. No experience is needed!
• Contact the coach right now for more info! grosstrap@gcgmail.org
• The competition season runs for eight (8) weeks. It starts in mid to early March.
• The meets are held on Saturdays. There is a 50-shot round before lunch and a 50-shot handicapped round after lunch.
• The competitions are typically held at Koch Trap and Skeet, Bellevue Rod & Gun, & Isaac Walton in Valley. The Conference Meet is held in Lincoln and the two-day State Meet is in Doniphan, NE (near Grand Island).
• Gross High competes in the Eastern Cornhusker Trapshooting Conference.
• Practices will be held at Koch Trap and Skeet at 72nd and Harrison in Seymour Smith Park. In the fall, informal practices will be held once a week. In the late winter/ early spring, the formal practices will be held twice a week. During the season practices will likely be on Tuesdays and Thursday at 4:30pm.

What is Needed

• All shooters need to have proof of passing a Hunter’s Safety class. For those 16 years old and over can do the class all on-line.
• Every shooter will need a 12-gauge shotgun, several boxes of target load shells, and ear and eye protection.

Taught the Correct Way

• Coaches are available at every practice to teach and coach. Coaching may include making sure that the gun fits, teaching the basics of trap, or working on form.
• The Amateur Trapshooting Association website and YouTube have lots of good information and tips about the sport.

Come and give it a try!

Coach

Craig Labs, grosstrap@gcgmail.org