Zak Koeske, of the Daily South town, has recently written two interesting articles in regard to Leo High School in the past few weeks. In case you missed them in print, you can read them by clicking the links below. Daily South Town Article May 14th. Leo accepts challenge of recruitment, … [Read more...]
2016 Golf Outing, Glen Eagles Country Club-Wed. Aug. 3rd 9 a.m.
Dear Fellow Alumnus and Golfers, Attached is the application for the 26th Annual Bourke/Mahoney Golf Outing. As in past years, we will again be solving the problems of the world while enjoying a round or two of golf. This year’s outing is a double shotgun affair. Both courses 288 golfers. The … [Read more...]
Leo Basketball- 1st runner up at State 1A
The Leo Basketball team had a season of great highs and accomplishments. Congratulations to all of the players, coaches, and their families. Once again, one can not beat Leo pride. Follow the links to articles published in and … [Read more...]
William J. Walker ’75, promoted to Brigadier General of D.C. Army National Guard
[Washington, D.C.— March 7, 2016] – William J. Walker was promoted to Brigadier General, Land Component Command of the District of Columbia, Army National Guard. General Walker was nominated by President Obama, confirmed by the Senate and his formal ceremony took place in January, 2016. Born and … [Read more...]
2016 IHSA 1A State Varsity Basketball Tournament
Alumni, Click on the link below for the full IHSA 1A Varsity Basketball Tournament Brackets for dates, times, and locations of all the games. Below that is a link for directions/map to Walther Christian. Leo is a #1 Seed in the Elgin Sectional(scroll down to 2nd from last bracket). Their first … [Read more...]
Leo Basketball and more, a commentary on the Leo Alumni Game
Our very own Bill Figel, Class of '72 and Public Relations Professional, has written a very good article on his reactions to the Alumni basketball game between Leo and Brother Rice. This article can be found in the Beverly Review, however we have posted a link to it below. Good job Bill, and … [Read more...]
LIONS DEFEAT ST. RITA AT ST. XAVIER’S 55 – 46
Friday, Dec 4th was the Leo Lions met the St. Rita Mustangs for basketball at St. Xavier's University Gymnasium, in a game designated as the Alumni game this year. After trailing the Mustangs in the 1st quarter, an up and down match all evening, they moved ahead in the 4th quarter to defeat St. … [Read more...]
Class of ’63 provides lunch to Leo Students
Class of 63 Treats Leo students to lunch On November 25th, the students at Leo High school were treated to lunch, and an act of random kindness, by members of the class of 63, and the assistance of Tim McCarthy, class of 67. This wonderful lunch was provided Paddy B's of Orland … [Read more...]
SuperStar Leo wins in the 5th at Hawthorne on Leo High School Race Day
On Saturday, Nov. 28, a Leo party observed the 90th anniversary celebration with a "Day at the Races" at Hawthorne Race Course. The fifth race went off in the school's honor, and the entry drawing the most support from the Leo group, was, predictably enough, a horse named Superstar Leo. Alas, the … [Read more...]
Leo v St. Rita This Friday Dec 4th
This Friday, Dec 4, the Lions will be up against The St. Rita Mustangs at St. Xavier’s gym is located at 3700 W 103rd Street. Tickets will be available at the door, admission is $5.00. Tip off is at 7 pm. Come on out, bring some friends and cheer on our favorite high school basketball team. … [Read more...]