The Leo Alumni Association was recently notified of the death of Thomas A. McGowan of the Class of 1970 by several of his friends and relatives. Tom was a graduate of Visitation grammar school. While at Leo, Tom made the Football team during a very competitive year, during his senior year. After … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Kaneland – Basketball Commentary by Dan McGrath.
Size, size, size, size and size. Throw in some big-time talent and it’s a can’t-miss formula for basketball success. And It’s what the Leo Lions faced when they drew East St. Louis as a semifinal opponent in the IHSA Class 3-A state tournament semifnal at the University of Illinois’ State Farm … [Read more...]
Eugene (Gene) Earner, June 2, 1932 – February 24, 2026 – Class of 1950.
The Leo Alumni Association was recently notified of the death of Eugene F. Earner by many of his friends and his family. Gene was an ever-present force in the Leo High School Alumni Association having been active for many decades after his graduation. Gene came to Leo as a graduate of St. … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Hyde Park – Basketball Commentary by David Gross.
Champaign is said to be very nice this time of year. The Leo Lions will find out for themselves after earning a trip to the IHSA state basketball tournament Monday with a 54-33 dismantling of Hyde Park in a Class 3-A Supersectional at UIC’s Credit Union 1 Arena. After avenging the … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Hillcrest, Basketball Commentary by David Gross.
The smallest school by enrollment in Class 3-A? No problem.A tough opponent on its home floor before a boisterous, full-house crowd? Bring it on. Along with foul trouble, those were among the obstacles the Leo Lions dealt with Friday night in their IHSA Class 3-A Sectional title game against … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Morgan Park – Basketball Commentary by Dan McGrath.
Lions are steaming hot in the IHSA state tournament, extending their streak of blowouts to three with a 68-38 demolition of Morgan Park in a semifinal of the Class 3-A Hillcrest Sectional Tuesday night in Country Club Hills. They'll face host Hillcrest for the sectional title and a … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Southland College Prep – Basketball Commentary by David Gross.
Two blowout wins to start the state tournament and an opportunity to rest your starters could be the recipe for a deep playoff run, and that's where the Leo Lions find themselves after dismantling Southland College Prep 55-27 to win the IHSA Class 3-A Regional on their home floor Friday … [Read more...]
Leo Vs. Hansberry – Basketball Commentary by David Gross.
Leo's victory over Hansberry in an IHSA Class 3-A Regional opener at Leo on Wednesday was a sight to see if you were a Lions fan. Seeking a third straight regional title, the Lions opened the game with a 15-0 run and went on to bury their Auburn Gresham neighbors 71-28. Improving to … [Read more...]
Leo 100th Anniversary Activities Begin – Help us with your Leo story
Leo High School is putting together the programs for the celebration of 100 years of Leo. You, the Leo Alumni are a centerpiece. The school would love to hear about your life and your Leo experience. Follow the directions on the poster below. Don't be shy, more people are interested in your story … [Read more...]
