Catholic Athletes

April 8, 2013

Ex-Baseball Phenom Discusses Life in a Norbertine Abbey

The former second-round draft choice of the Oakland A’s, Brother Matthew Desme strongly recommends repentance and trust in Divine Mercy.

April 2, 2013

Major League Soccer Player Moves Forward in Faith

Danny O’Rourke of the Columbus Crew recommits himself to Christ amid life’s difficulties.

March 31, 2013

MLB Veteran Mark Kotsay Pursues Perfect Work

The San Diego Padres’ outfielder strives to implement patience on and off the diamond and, for Kotsay, it all centers on the Mass.

October 1, 2012

Oldest Manager to Win World Series Still Enjoys Kid’s Game

Jack McKeon, 81, credits daily Mass and St. Thérèse with helping his baseball career.

August 29, 2012

St. Louis Rams' Quarterback Is 'Catholic by Blood'

Kellen Clemens looks beyond football for his deepest identity.

August 6, 2012

Olympic Bronze Medalist Transformed Through Crucible of Suffering

Illness and injury help Mario Ancic realize identity as child of God.

July 27, 2012

Focus Bible Study Leader Heads to the Olympics

Mexican-American student Diego Estrada brings Catholic faith to London games

July 25, 2012

Major League Soccer All-Star Rediscovers Beauty of Catholic Faith

Columbus Crew midfielder Eddie Gaven pursues soccer career with proper perspective.

August 22, 2010

Mass, Pray, Soccer

Catholic Camp Inspires Youth

July 12, 2010

Major League Faith

St. Louis Pitcher Marks 15th Anniversary Playing Ball