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Badminton:
Badminton is a spring sport. Tournaments take place in March, April and May.
Try-outs for the team are in March and the tournaments are in March, April and
May. The levels of competition are Novice (Grade 9), Junior (Grade 10), and Senior
(Grade 11 and 12). For the team we hold a round robin tournament and select the
following for each level: 2 Boys’ Singles and 2 Doubles, 2 Girls’ Singles and 2 Dou-
bles and 2 Mixed Doubles.
Season: March until May
Coach: Mr. Pietrangelo and Mrs. Connor.

Boys Baseball:
The boys of spring hit the diamond at the beginning of May. Tryouts take place
in early April. Typically, 14-15 players are selected for the team. Practices start in
April but are limited to two per week, including sessions at Bulletproof Baseball
Academy in Welland. The regular season consists of five games plus a tournament
with playoffs to follow. We have the makings of a very good team!
Season: April until May
Coach: Mr. Cukierski

Sr. Boys Basketball:

The senior boys basketball team is composed of grade 11 and 12 students who
have experience playing basketball. The team takes part in a regular season as well
as tournaments to provide students with exposure and opportunities to further
develop their basketball skills.
Season: November until March
Coach: Mr. Bomberry

Jr. Boys Basketball:

The regular season comprises 7 games ; 1 game per each of the NCDSB schools.
The team tries to participate in at least 2 tournaments during the season. Boys in
Grade 9 and 10 who are basketball savy, are encouraged to try out. The emphasis
of the program is to help improve the skills of the players, be competitive and to
prepare them for the senior team.
Season: November until February
Coach: Mr. Bobyk
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Varsity Girls Basketball:
Varsity girls basketball is provided for girls in all grades and provides an opportuni-
ty for females to be part of a competitive team environment and learn the systems
and skills needed to succeed in the sport. They participate in NCAA games against
other Catholic high schools and if they finish first they have the opportunity to
participate in SOSSA and OFSAA.
Season: November until February
Coach: Mr. Barbatano & Mr. Germano

Cheerleading:
The Mustang Cheer team is a group of highly talented athletes, ranging from
grade 9 to 12, who bring a level of spirit to our school like no other team can. The
team cheers at Football games and leads the autumn pep-rally with enthusiasm.
Donning the Mustang cheerleading uniform reflects spirit and dedication, and is a
symbol of an important piece of the Saint Michael Community.
Season: September until November
Coach: Ms. Kirley

Cross Country:
Cross country is a fall sport that runs from September until November. We try to
compete in one or two invitational meets to practice for our zone meet at Fire-
man’s Park. Runners that make it on from zone compete in Sossa and further-
more Ofsaa. Runners are encouraged to run after school but can also train within
their running clubs or at home. Come on out if you’re a runner or you just enjoy
running and give cross country a try!
Season: September until November
Coaches: Mr. Vic Pietrangelo & Mrs. Keighan-Jones

Curling:
The St. Mike’s curling team is a wonderful winter sport that anyone, young or old
can play. We curl out jointly out of the Niagara Falls Curling club and the St. Cath-
erine’s Golf and Country Club. We offer male, female and mixed teams. Come
and join us!
Season: Late October until March, Practice weekly, league games and tourna-
ments weekly.
Coach: Mrs. Caruso
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Varsity Football:
Football is the ultimate team sport. No prior experience or knowledge of the
sport is required to play. Everyone who comes out, moreover, will make and
have a role on the team. The physical and social benefits of football are many
and you are encouraged to be a part of our growing program. The season starts
the first day of school and runs 10 weeks until the second week of November.
Games begin the third week of September. We practice every day, with some
exceptions, from 2:30 p. m. to 4:30 p. m.
Season: September until November
Coach: Brian Carter (assistant coaches - Loris Lucchetta, Steve Roach and Jason
Cukierski)

Golf:
Saint Michael’s golf presents a unique opportunity to be a part of a team envi-
ronment and make memories that will last a lifetime. As a high school golfer, you
have the chance to play in local, regional and provincial events. The team consists
of five golfers who compete both individually and as part of a team. If successful,
the team/individual advances to SOSSA. There are both boys and girls’ tourna-
ments for golf
Season: September until October
Coach: Mrs L. Ciccarelli

Varsity Boys Hockey:

The Varsity Boys Hockey program at Saint Michael has been quite successful over
the years. The team has won many zone and regional championships and has
competed at the All Ontario (OFSSA) finals 5 times. We also host our Saint Michael
Invitational Hockey Tournament that has had teams competing from all over On-
tario, New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio. Former Mustang players have gone on
to play at the Jr. B, OHL, NCAA and professional levels. The coaching staff is proud
of our hockey program and spend a countless amount of time developing players
and more importantly, developing valuable members of society and future leaders.
Season: November to March
Coach: Greg Kelly
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Varsity Girls Hockey:
The Mustang Girls Hockey team is a fun, competitive hockey program that plays
against all other schools in the NCAA. We are always looking for players of all
levels (house league or travel hockey). We are happy to help ringette players or
figure skaters learn the game also.
Season: November until February (practice 1-2 days a week)
Coaches: Mrs. Matesa, Mrs. Keighan-Jones & Mr. Chase

Boys and Girls Rugby:

Rugby is a full contact sport for both boys and girls and requires committed play-
ers willing to learn this exciting and action-packed sport. One of the fastest grow-
ing sports in the world.
Season: April until May
Coach: Mr. Carter

Jr. Boys Soccer:

The team consists of grades 9-10 boys who are interested in playing competitive
soccer against other schools. Come out if you are interested in honing your soccer
skills in a fun and competitive environment.
Season: March until June
Coach: Mr. Luchetta

Sr. Boys Soccer:

The team consists of players from grades 9-12. The program offers practices Mon-
day through Friday with two scheduled games per week. There are also two tour-
naments throughout the season. Dedication and commitment are integral to the
success of this team.
Season: March until June
Coach: Mr. Ricci
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Varsity Girls Soccer:
The Varsity Girls Soccer Team consists of female students in Grades 9-12. This
group of talented athletes knows what it takes to be successful and understands
the hard work, commitment and dedication it takes to get there. This team has
been on top of the NCAA standings numerous times and has an impressive 5 year
consecutive run at OFSAA, with 2 quarter final births and earning 3 silver medals at
the AA and AAA level. This team continues to attract athletes who understand the
mentality that the preparation for tomorrow comes from the hard work they put
in today. Tryouts are held around the end of February/early March and runs until
the end of May/early June.
Season: February until June
Coaches: Mrs. Benoit & Mrs. Matesa

Swimming:
Saint Michael’s swim team presents a unique opportunity to be part of a team en-
vironment and make memories that will last a lifetime. As a high school swimmer,
you have the chance to swim in local, regional, and provincial events. There are
junior, senior, and para categories for both boys and girls. You do not need to have
any previous competitive swimming experience to be a part of the team but must
know how to swim. Swimmers are guaranteed entry into at least three swim meets
with the possibility of more depending on placement and times. Swim team is a
great way to get out and be a part of a team!
Season: October until March
Coach: Mrs. L. Ciccarelli

Jr. and Sr. Tennis:

Saint Michael is proud to offer both a Junior and Senior Tennis Team. Students try
out to participate in groups such as Boys Singles and Doubles, Girls Singles and
Doubles, and Mixed Doubles in their appropriate age category. Students compete
in a one-day Zone tournament, where they have the opportunity to play against
other schools in our school board. Teams who finish in either first or second place
advance to the SOSSA championships, where they compete against other schools
in our region. Senior players that finish in either first or second in SOSSA will then
move on to compete in OFSAA against other teams in the province.
Season: September until the end of October
Coaches: Mrs. DiCarlo and Ms. Saltarelli
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Track & Field: Track and Field takes place during the spring sports season.
Athletes will have the opportunity to participate in different events, including
sprints, hurdles, jumping, and throwing.No experience is needed to join, but many
athletes train with an outside school track and field coach. The goal is to have fun,
train hard, and strive for a personal best.
Season: Spring
Coach: Mrs. R Bianco

Jr. Boys Volleyball:

Any grade nine or ten boys who are athletic and enjoy volleyball are encour-
aged to try out. Follow the STM Athletics Instagram page for more information
Season: September until November
Coaches: Mrs. Schoonings & Mrs. Emond

Sr. Boys Volleyball:

Senior boys volleyball is for male athletes in grades 11 & 12. Student athletes will
be provided with an opportunity to be a part of a team environment. NCAA (Ni-
agara Catholic Athletic Association) consists of eight schools which makes up for
a seven game season. The program also offers a minimum of two tournaments to
improve upon game skills.
Season: September until November
Coach: Mr. Ricci
Jr. Girls Volleyball:
The team consists of grade nine and ten girls who are interested in playing volley-
ball.
Season: November until February
Coach: Mrs. DeMarchi

Sr. Girls Volleyball:

Senior girls volleyball is for girls in grades 11 & 12 and provides an opportunity
for females to be part of a team environment. They participate in NCAA games
against other Catholic high schools and if they finish first they have the opportu-
nity to participate in SOSSA and OFSAA.
Season: November until February
Coach: Mr. Germano
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Art Club:
Art Club hosts fun, hands-on after-school workshops throughout the year. This
club is open to everyone, and supplies are provided free of cost. Some examples
of past art club workshops include a Bob Ross Paint Along, Black Light Glow Art,
Button Making and Sidewalk Chalk Art. Students involved in Art Club often help
with the creative needs of the school (spirit wear shirt logos, banners, sets and cos-
tumes for theatrical performances, parade floats etc.) and play an important role
in preparing for our annual Arts Show and Film Festival. Check out the Art Club
highlights on the @saintmikesvisualarts Instagram Account!
Season: September until June
Teacher Leads: Mrs. DiMercurio, Ms. Karolyi, Ms. Yablo
Athletic Council:
Our STM Athletic Council is a wonderful group of grade 11 and grade 12 student
leaders who take initiative and have a passion for sport and physical activity. Our
council is responsible for promoting sports throughout the school on our Insta-
gram page, scorekeeping for home games, running tournaments, buy-outs and
any sport related assemblies. Our big event that we coordinate every year is our
Athletic Banquet to celebrate all of our athletes both individually or as part of a
team achievements throughout the year.
Season: September until June
Teacher/Staff Lead: Mrs. Benoit, Mrs. Matesa, & Mrs. Keighan-Jones

Board Gamre Club:

Students gather weekly after school to play board games. A different game is
played each week. New members are always welcomed
Season: All year
Teacher/Staff Leads: Mrs. DeMarchi

Book Club:
If you like to read books and talk about them, then the Book Club is the club for
you! The books are agreed upon by the group and then we get together with tea
and cookies to discuss what we have read.
Season: September to June (Once per month)
Teacher/Staff Leads: Mrs. Calvert & Mrs. O’Brien
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C.I.A. Christ In Action (STM Chaplain’s Crew):
Our group is made up of students who take on leadership roles within the school
to promote the values and teachings of our faith. Our students meet on a bi-week-
ly basis and are involved in various ways such as helping with school masses, litur-
gies, prayer services, retreats, conferences, breakfast club, conferences, and living
out our faith every day.
Season: September until June
Teacher/Staff Leads: Dahlia Brannigan

Dance Club:
St. Mike’s Dance Club is a student-centered club that brings students with a shared
passion for artistic expression together using movement. There are many opportu-
nities for the Dance Club to perform at various school events, masses, assemblies
and showcases throughout the school year. Anyone and everyone with an interest
in dance - regardless of their experience or abilities, are welcome to join. The pur-
pose of Dance Club is to instill a growth mindset while working towards effective
teamwork in a collaborative environment.
Season: September until JuneTeacher/Staff Leads: Ms. Demizio & Mr. Ciolfi

Drama Production:
This is the annual theatre or musical club led by the arts department. Past produc-
tions were the Addams Family, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and Shrek-the
musical. Rehearsals start at the end of September with performances at the end of
April. Rehearsals are twice a week.
Season: September until April
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. Rees & Mr. Ciolfi

Film Club:
FIlm club is the place for any budding film directors, writers, actors, videographers
and anyone interested in gaining experience with the creative process of filmmak-
ing. Students collaborate on projects and develop their ideas through pre and post
production. The club meets weekly to work on ideas and scripts that will be shown
at the annual Saint Michaels Arts and FIlm Festival and also to learn new skills using
video editing software.
Season: Sept-June
Teacher/Staff lead: Ms Karolyi
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Food Festival Committee:
This group highlights and celebrates the cultural diversity of Saint Michael. Stu-
dents showcase their culture through food, dance, and song. Multicultural Food
Festival takes place in May during Catholic Education week. The atrium and cafete-
ria are transformed into a culinary extravaganza where students can sample cuisine
from around the world
Season: May
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. DeMarchi & Mrs. Disley

Key Club:
Key Club is the largest international service organization for high school students.
As a student-led organization, Key Club’s goal is to encourage leadership through
serving others. Members have the opportunity to gain volunteer hours by partici-
pating with local charities or global organizations. Visit @stmkeyclub on Instagram
for more information.
Season: September to June
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. Schoonings & Madame Lambert

House Band:
Our House Band is a place for students who play guitar, piano, bass, drums and
horns to come together to learn music. This group is responsible for playing at all
masses and assemblies as well as performing in the community!
Season: September until June
Teacher Leads: Mr. Mancuso & Mr. De Angelis

Mathletes:
Mathlese participate in a math competition against other schools. It is non-cur-
riculum based and the competitions focus on problem solving skills. This group
provides a great opportunity for math enrichment.
Season: November until January
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. Milinkovich
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M.O.B. Mustangs Oppose Bullying:
Mustangs Oppose Bullying is for all students who want to work together to raise
awareness on bullying with a focus on prevention. We take part in numerous
events throughout the school year to ensure our students feel welcomed and
safe.
Season: October until June
Teacher/Staff lead: Ms. Starks

Pilgrimage Committee:
Pilgrimage committee begins the first week of the new school year. and culmi-
nates with our annual Pilgrimage at the end of October. Students plan and or-
ganize our annual pilgrimage fundraiser. We need a variety of talents: tech savvy
students, digital artist, speakers, organizers, and planners. It’s a great way to de-
velop leadership and communication skills. We welcome all students to be part
of this wonderful committee!
Season: September until the end of October
Teacher Lead: Mrs. Caruso-Leitch
Saint Michael Choir:
The Saint Michael Choir is a space where students who enjoy singing can come to
work on songs and learn about singing technique and vocal harmony. This group
performs at all masses and assemblies, and also competes in music festivals!
Season: September until June
Teacher Leads: Mr. Mancuso & Mr. De Angelis

School Reach Club: Club Name - REACH

Do you know random facts about sports, history, music, science or pop culture?
Or do you like trivia in general? If so, REACH is the club for you! The REACH team
competes in fast-paced trivia games against other schools in our board for a
chance to earn the REACH Champs title.
Season: Once a week November-February
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. O’Brien and Mr. Putman
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Skills Competition Training:
Students enrolled in technology and trades based classes have the opportunity to
compete in local, regional, provincial and national competitions each year. Some
of these competitions focus on culinary, baking, electric, manufacturing, auto-
motive skills, construction, computer engineering, coding, animation, hair styling,
graphic design, photography and many more categories. Students interested in
these competitions are encouraged to speak with one of the technology teachers
at the school for further information on competition dates, training, etc.
Season: All Year
Teacher/Staff lead: All technology teachers

Student Council:
Saint Michael Student Council is committed to providing a student government
elected by the STM student body. The role of Student Council includes providing
leadership opportunities, initiating school wide co-curricular activities and social
events for students. Throughout the school year, activities and events such as Fall
Fest, school dances, Semi Formal, Colour Wars, holiday activities and fundraisers
are organized to encourage student spirit and faith.
Season: All Year
Teacher/Staff lead: Mrs. Kukla

Tech Crew:
Tech crew is a club that meets weekly to take on numerous roles at Saint Mi-
chael Catholic High School. Students in this club get to explore a variety of
different technologies and assist with logo design, photography, video pro-
duction, tech needs, designing school posters, and running the technology for
masses and assemblies.
Season: September until June
Teacher Lead: Mr. Beatty