Cardinal Mooney Thanksgiving Food Drive is Back Again!
It is that time of the year and the Thanksgiving Food Drive is back in full swing. Homerooms will be collecting food to give to families in need this Thanksgiving. Campus Minister, Beth Jones, was excited for this year’s food drive saying, “I am hopeful that all homerooms will buy in knowing that these food items are going directly to help families that are in and around Cardinal Mooney.” As usual, there will be a competition associated with this food drive. Homerooms will be paired to bring...
Cardinal Mooney Football Celebrates First Winning Season Since 2017 and Prepares for Playoffs
Football team in a huddle before next play taken by Jim Stickel Productions By Reagan Savaet Beakon Staff Writer Excitement is soaring at Cardinal Mooney as the football team celebrates one of its most successful seasons in recent years. Under the leadership of new head coach Frank Colaprete, the Cardinals have turned the program around, finishing with a 7-2 record — their first winning season since 2017. Coach Colaprete credited the turnaround to the players’ commitment, saying the biggest...
Golf Team Takes to State Tournament
The Golf Team and Coach Mary Theresa.Earlier this month, the golf team went to the Ohio state tournament, marking the fourth year in a row they had qualified. Everyone was super excited, especially since this season was the last for four of the team’s seniors. Winning a state title would have been the perfect way to finish things off, not just for them but for the program as a whole. Throughout the season, the team had grown a lot, both individually and in how they worked together. Their...
Kingston Powell Spotlight
Senior Kingston Powell has made a lasting impact on the field throughout his football career, known for his skill, dedication, and leadership on the turf. Powell has been making his mark on the field since he was four years old. His drive for football comes from the deep support and love from his teammates. Also, trying to improve his skills and making his family proud while working towards his future goals in his football career. Just like most athletes, Powell has been faced with some...
Cardinal Mooney Merit Scholars explore Duquesne and Carnegie Mellon
Youngstown, OH October 16,2025-The Cardinal Mooney Merit Scholar program continues to open doors for its top performing students, recently it organized two educational visits to Duquesne and Carnegie Mellon University. The trips are part of the school’s mission to help students explore different college environments and better understand their future opportunities. The Cardinal Mooney Merit scholarship recognizes students who show exceptional academic achievement,leadership,and service....
From 15 Games Back to Playoff Bound
Jose Ramires running the bases - captured by Zach Meisel By William Petty Beakon Staff Writer Cleveland, OH – September 30, 2025 – The Cleveland Guardians are heading back to the playoffs after a season nobody expected. In July, they were 15 games behind the Detroit Tigers. Now, they’re division champs and will host Detroit in the Wild Card series. The Guardians’ big turnaround came in September when they won 17 of 19 games. They clinched a playoff spot on a walk-off...
Ike Lake Cardinal Mooney Running Back
Ike Lake: Running Back for Cardinal Mooney Football By Ava Marshall YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — Senior running back Ike Lake has become an outstanding leader for Cardinal Mooney football’s 2025 season. As of week 2 playoffs - his last game played - Lake has already rushed for 1,392 yards, which his longest being 93 rushing yards. Lake always has a remarkable performance that underscores his dominance on the field, only playing 7 games due to an injury that he's still dealing with. Lake’s performance...
Freshman turns fashion passion into business
Apparel company the seventh endeavor for Whetstone
Four students win Youngstown Press club awards
The Scholastic Journalism Awards recognizes young journalists from around the Mahoning Valley
New co-head cheer coaches named
Linda Congemi and Amanda Bendel set to take over program
Filmmaker headlines final Merit Scholar speaker series event
Mooney alumnus Mario Ricciardi: ‘Know your risk tolerance, and lean into the opportunities that come from challenge’
Run For Caitlin scholarship honors Mooney graduate’s legacy
Applications due April 15 for students who reflect 2012 alumna’s values of kindness, faith, and perseverance




