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Providence comeback dooms Danville

BY PAT DISABATO pdisabato@southtownstar.com — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

Tim Hanrahan ran for three touchdowns as Providence rallied from a 14-10 halftime deficit to beat host Danville 30-21 Saturday in a Class 6A semifinal.

Herald-News football preview capsules

BY DICK GOSS -- HERALD-NEWS — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:00 CST

The Herald-News breaks down the upcoming football games in the Joliet area.

One big hurdle left for Celtics

By PAT DISABATO pdisabato@southtownstar.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

Providence will have to get past south suburban killer Danville to reach the 6A championship game. Danville has knocked off Oak Lawn, Richards and Lemont while Providence comes in at 11-1 for Saturday's semifinal.

Providence finds itself in unfamiliar spot

BY TAYLOR BELL — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:00 CST

Providence an underdog? Against unbeaten and top-seeded Danville on Saturday in a Class 6A semifinal? Are you kidding? Don�t tell Matt Senffner, the Celtics� retired coach, or he�ll cancel his tee time.

Providence, JCA face perils of semifinals

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:01 CST

If you want pressure, there is nothing quite like a semifinal setting. The conference championship games in the NFL, the conference finals in the NBA and NHL, the league championship series in baseball, those are the arenas where pressure is at a peak.

Signs are positive for Hilltoppers, Celtics

BY DICK GOSS dgoss@scn1.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

The Joliet Catholic football team in on a roll on both sides of the ball. The way Providence played in the second half of last week's 44-14 victory over Crete-Monee, the Celtics look as good as anyone, regardless of class.

Patience pays off for Celtics' Arthurs

BY BILL SCHEIBE bscheibe@scn1.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:00 CST

Providence tight end Steve Arthurs knows that his main job is blocking for star runner Tim Hanrahan. But Arthurs has bided his time, waiting for the chance to showcase his pass-catching abilities, and last weekend he caught a season-best five passes for 95 yards.

Providence cruises vs. Crete-Monee

BY STEVE MILLAR, Correspondent — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:00 CST

Providence Catholic took a quick, early blow from Crete-Monee in Saturday's game.

Second half a Providence gem

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

A week ago in the Class 6A high school football playoffs, Crete-Monee trailed Normal Community 10-7 at halftime. But the Warriors came out like gangbusters in the second half and stormed to a 35-10 victory. Providence Catholic coach Mark Coglianese recalled that for his Celtics at halftime of Saturday's quarterfinal matchup.

Celtics put away Crete after halftime

BY TINA AKOURIS takouris@suntimes.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

No. 5 Providence rode a big third quarter to a 44-14 win over visiting Crete-Monee Saturday in a Class 6A quarterfinal.

Providence vs. Crete-Monee: A matchup of opposites

BY STEVE MILLAR -- SOUTHTOWNSTAR — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

Crete-Monee�s offense has been unstoppable lately. Providence Catholic�s defense has been stingy all year. On Saturday, something�s got to give.

Brothers in arms: Plantzes pace Celtics

BY BILL SCHEIBE bscheibe@scn1.com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:00 CST

Brothers Zac and Tyler Plantz have combined for 130 tackles for Providence, which hosts Crete-Monee Saturday in the Class 6A quarterfinals.

Redemption = Providence

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

Bill Scheibe: Mere minutes into the fourth quarter of Friday night's Class 6A second-round playoff football game against host Oswego, Providence tailback Tim Hanrahan sat in silence on the bench, not thinking about an uncharacteristic fumble.

Hanrahan, Celtics survive in OT

BY PHIL BROZYNSKI — Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

Tim Hanrahan's 6-yard touchdown run in the second overtime lifted Providence past host Oswego 16-10 Friday night in a Class 6A second-round game.

Providence has close call against Oswego

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

In Friday night's Class 6A second-round playoff game against Oswego, Providence had to get it done in overtime. And sure enough, they had enough in the tank to remain alive.

Providence atop list of area title hopefuls

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:01 CST

Dick Goss: The Joliet area has nine teams remaining in the state high school football playoff hunt, with second-round games on tap this weekend. And so far, we still have the potential to send a team to the championship game in any of the six classes from 3A through 8A.

Providence atop list of area title hopefuls

BY DICK GOSS -- HERALD-NEWS — Thu, 5 Nov 2009 00:00 CST

The Joliet area has nine teams remaining in the state high school football playoff hunt, with second-round games on tap this weekend.

Providence rolls over Harlan in opener

By TIM CLODJEAUX For Sun-Times Media — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:01 CST

NEW LENOX -- After battling and clawing its way to an 8-1 regular season finish and a Chicago Catholic League Blue Division championship, the Providence Catholic Celtics found that they had to get into the state playoffs before they could get a breather.

Providence pulls off late win over Mt. Carmel

By DAVE BERNHARD For The Herald-News — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:01 CST

Junior quarterback Joey Houlihan engineered a Catholic League Blue championship drive that pulled Providence Catholic from near certain defeat to an electrifying 17-14 win over Mt. Carmel.

Quinlan's pick opens way for Celtics win

BY MIKE DUFFIN — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

Providence defensive back Joey Quinlan�s interception of a tipped pass late against No. 15 Mount Carmel led to a 17-14 comeback victory for the No. 5 Celtics on Friday night in New Lenox.

Vote: Who was the top football star in Week 8?

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

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Providence holds on for victory

By CURT HERRON For The Herald-News — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:01 CST

Providence held off a De La Salle comeback in a battle of division leaders Friday.

Providence holds off De La Salle's rally

BY CURT HERRON — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:00 CST

Providence held off a De La Salle comeback to win a battle of division leaders Friday in New Lenox. The Celtics led 23-6 late in the third quarter, but the Meteors fought back and threatened to take the lead in the final seconds.

Providence's playmaker

BY PAT DISABATO pdisabato@southtownstar.com — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

Providence Catholic�s Peter Houlihan is a playmaker. At 5-foot-9, 170 pounds, Houlihan isn�t the biggest or strongest kid in the area. However, what he lacks in size he makes up for in football instincts and a desire to succeed.

Oh brother! Houlihans spark Celtics

BY BILL SCHEIBE bscheibe@scn1.com — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:00 CST

The Houlihan brothers � senior defensive back/wide receiver/returner Pete and junior quarterback Joey � have played starring roles for Catholic League Blue leader Providence.

Providence stops St. Rita

By MIKE FITZGERALD For The Herald News — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:01 CST

Statement? This was a statement. Providence Catholic went on the road and took control of the Chicago Catholic League Blue race Friday niht with a 10-0 upset over St. Rita.

Celtics get defensive vs. St. Rita

BY STEVE TUCKER stucker@suntimes.com — Fri, 9 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

Led by linemen Steve Laski and John Huguelet, linebacker Tyler Plantz and back Peter Houlihan, Providence's defense blanked No. 2 St. Rita 10-0 in a battle of Catholic League Blue powers Friday at Pat Cronin Field.

Breaking down St. Rita vs. Providence

Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

No. 2 St. Rita hosts No. 7 Providence Friday night in the Catholic League Blue. It is a matchup filled with standouts, including Mustangs running back Jahwon Akui and Celtics cornerback Peter Houlihan. Here are three different takes on the game.

Vote: Who was the top football star in Week 6?

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 00:00 CST

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Providence earns early playoff bid for a change

By CURT HERRON For The Herald News — Sat, 3 Oct 2009 00:01 CST

Providence improved to 5-1 overall and 3-0 in the Catholic League Blue after rolling to a 42-7 victory over Fenwick on Friday at Senffner field.

Houlihan's big plays power Providence

BY CURT HERRON — Fri, 2 Oct 2009 18:00 CST

Peter Houlihan returned two interceptions for touchdowns and caught a 57-yard TD pass to lead No. 8 Providence past Fenwick 42-7 Friday in the Catholic League Blue.

Vote: Who was the top football star in Week 5?

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:00 CST

Providence's Houlihan gets special in win

By TIM O'BRIEN Sun-Times News Group — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:01 CST

Providence Catholic's Pete Houlihan has had some good days on the football field before, but nothing quite like Friday.

Many happy returns for Celtics' Houlihan

BY DAN RUANE — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00 CST

Peter Houlihan returned a kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown and took a punt back 80 yards for a score, leading No. 9 Providence past host St. Laurence 25-16 on Friday night.

Hanrahan runs Providence past Brother Rice

By Mike Fitzgerald For The Herald News — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 00:01 CST

NEW LENOX -- Providence Catholic rode the running of senior tailback Tim Hanrahan to a 23-21 win over Brother Rice in Chicago Catholic League Blue action Friday.

Hanrahan, Providence run over Crusaders

BY DALE BOWMAN — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:00 CST

Providence rode the running of senior tailback Tim Hanrahan to a 23-21 win over Brother Rice in Chicago Catholic League Blue action Friday in New Lenox.

Providence has passing fancy against Loyola

By LARRY LINDHOLM For The Herald News — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:00 CST

The Providence Catholic High School defense stepped to the front on Saturday. So did the Celtics' passing game. That combination led to a 10-3 win over Loyola Academy in Chicago Catholic League Blue play.

Providence 10, Loyola Academy 3

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 04:00 CST

One mistake by the Loyola defense was enough to drop the Ramblers from the unbeaten ranks in a 10-3 loss to Providence Saturday at Sachs Stadium in Wilmette in the North Division opener.

Houlihan brothers lift Celtics past Loyola

BY DAN RUANE — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:00 CST

Providence quarterback Joey Houlihan hooked up with his brother, Peter, for the game's only touchdown as the No. 14 Celtics defeated No. 17 Loyola 10-3 Saturday afternoon in Wilmette.

Houlihan's emergence paints proud smile on brother's face

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 04:00 CST

Dick Goss: Once and for all, Pete Houlihan would like to quit all this cramping. Two games into the high school football season, the Providence Catholic senior defensive back/wide receiver/kick returner has been on and off the field with severe leg cramps.

Vote: Who was the top football star of Week 2?

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 00:00 CST

Houlihan�s big game stakes his QB claim

BY MATT LE CREN — Fri, 4 Sep 2009 18:00 CST

The competition to decide who will be Providence�s starting quarterback is still open, but after Friday night�s performance, Joey Houlihan appears to have a leg up on returning senior Mike Hoffmeister. Houlihan led the Celtics to a 21-7 comeback victory over Joliet Catholic.

Five in a row for Providence

Sat, 5 Sep 2009 00:01 CST

Full story: For three quarters Friday night, Joliet Catholic Academy and Providence Catholic staged one of those old-fashioned defensive brawls. But things were desperate in the Celtics' camp after their 28-7 loss to Lincoln-Way East in last week's open. Everyone wearing the green knew exactly how vital this victory was.

Week 2 breakdown: JCA vs. Providence

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:01 CST

A look at tonight's JCA-Providence match up.

Plenty on the line as JCA visits Providence

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 04:00 CST

Dick Goss: No matter which angle you took in assessing Providence Catholic High School's football season in the preseason, the conclusion was the same. The Celtics may be a very good team, yet may not achieve the results you normally get from a very good team. The reason is an unforgiving schedule.

Celtics' Laski hits it on the nose

BY BILL SCHEIBE bscheibe@scn1.com — Tue, 1 Sep 2009 00:00 CST

Bill Scheibe: Right on the nose fit the personality of Providence's Steve Laski right away as a sophomore. Two years later, with enough experience to write a book about the hub of the defensive line, the senior nose guard feels like turning another page.

L-Way East is real Diehl

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:01 CST

Ryne Diehl showed he is the real deal in Lincoln-Way East's high school football opener. Diehl rushed into the backfield and deflected a screen pass in the second quarter of East's 28-7 victory over Providence Catholic before a huge crowd on Friday night at East.

L-W East upsets Providence

BY MATT LECREN — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:00 CST

Lincoln-Way East�s Ryne Van Gennep completed 19 of 27 passes for 222 yards and three touchdowns as the host No. 14 Griffins knocked off No. 11 Providence 28-7 Friday night in Frankfort.

Q&A with Providence's Tim Hanrahan

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:01 CST

Bill Scheibe: Providence Catholic star Tim Hanrahan sits down with Herald News sports writer Bill Scheibe for a question and answer session. Hanrahan is the Joliet-area's leading returning rusher with 1,923 yards. Here he talks about the season, his expectations and what he'll do now that two of his star offensive lineman have graduated.

Catholic Blue preview capsule

BY ADAM JAHNS ajahns@suntimes.com — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00 CST

Mount Carmel and St. Rita are the frontrunners, but the Blue is tough and deep. Providence has arguably the most difficult schedule in the state.

Time to kick things off

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:01 CST

Bill Scheibe: Lemont returns as 6A threat; Providence, JCA eyes on Week 1 As politely as an English gentleman, Lemont senior Pat Driscoll removed his football helmet to speak, the sweat pouring down his forehead a la Lance Armstrong aiming for the finish line of the Tour de France.

'A little bit of heat is good' for a first practice

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:01 CST

Bill Scheibe: A cool breeze lightened the mood for Wednesday's opening day of high school football practice in Illinois and Providence Catholic coach Mark Coglianese made sure the Celtics started to shine as bright as the beaming sun.

Providence gears up for rough schedule

BY DICK GOSS dgoss@scn1.com — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00 CST

With plenty of experienced players back on both sides of the ball, Providence is looking forward to another successful football season. But the Celtics will have to navigate perhaps the toughest schedule in the state.