STM Athletics Program

St. Thomas More Catholic School offers all students the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports, thanks to the dedication and support of our incredible parents, families, volunteers, and supporters. Our Athletics Program is run by the STM Athletics Committee. Their contact information can be found below. Students in the program gain more than just skills in hitting, kicking, shooting, or throwing—they also learn valuable life lessons like fair play, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. We are deeply grateful for the selflessness of our volunteers, as their commitment is the heart of our Athletics Program.

STM Athletics offers:

  • Soccer/Micro-soccer (boys and girls in ALL grades!)
  • Volleyball (girls in grades 3rd through 8th)
  • Basketball (boys and girls in grades 1st through 8th)
  • Coach-pitch/Fast-pitch/T-ball Softball (girls in all grades!)
  • Baseball/T-ball (boys all grades!)

All coaches and parent volunteers, must complete the Archdiocese Safe Environment Training. If you plan to have any interaction with the players during practices or games, please complete this certification. Each head coach must provide the Athletics President with a complete list of all coaches and volunteers so that they can be cleared prior to working with the children. You can find more information on this link Safe Environment Training.

 

 

Exciting News: STM Basketball Spirit Store Now Open!

 
Dear STM Parents and Guardians,
 
We’re thrilled to announce that the STM Basketball Spirit Store is officially open and live! Now’s your chance to gear up and show off your STM pride with an amazing selection of basketball apparel for the whole family.
 
We’re especially grateful to Stay Sharp Apparel for partnering with us to make this possible. As an added bonus, 10% of each purchase goes directly back to support the STM Athletic Program—helping to make a real difference for our student-athletes. As as added bonus, these shirts can be worn when we have a spirit day as well!
 
Please note that orders will be delivered straight to your door within two weeks, ensuring you’ll have your STM gear just in time to cheer on our teams!

Check this store out at this link: 
https://staysharpapparel.chipply.com/stthomasmore/
 
Thank you for your support, and happy shopping!
 
Sincerely,
The STM Athletics Board

Registration Fees

A Letter from Parish Council


Last year, the Executive Board for the Sports Club sought to adopt $20 sports registration fees for the 2024-2025 school year without communicating with the Finance Council or getting approval by the Parish Office and Pastor. Any expense over $3,000 requires the Pastor’s approval. This reduction in fees amounted to a spend of over $20,000. Father listened to the rationale behind the proposal - 

 
1) This would result in higher registrations; 
2) This would encourage more parent participation for admissions and concessions while increasing concession sales; and 
3) Costs would be offset by renting out the gym and other events throughout the year.
 
Father was willing to allow it for the fall sports, but would revisit before winter sport registration. This was communicated at the August Sports Club Meeting by Chad, our Parish Director. In Father's review of the information, what was seen was a decrease in Volleyball registrations along with no significant increase in concession stand or rental revenue. The Sports Club operated at a significant loss this fall due to the sports registration change. Father determined this is not sustainable and that the Sports Club needs to be able to cover its costs. This has been communicated to the new Executive Board of the Sports Club, which was voted into place at the September Sports Club Meeting. If you are concerned about covering the full cost of your student's sports registration, please reach out to the new Sports Club President Steven Faulkner as they will be exploring ways to make sure every child has the opportunity to participate in sports at Saint Thomas More. 
 
I know some parents will be displeased with this message and any concerns can be directed to our Parish Director, Chad Grosse-Rhode (402-251-5039) or Parish Council Representative, Woody Diederich (651-353-6243). 
 
On a more positive note, the new Executive Board for the Sports Club has purchased two new scoreboards to be installed in the gymnasium around the middle of October. In working together with the parish groups and parishioners, we were able to find sponsors to cover the cost of the new scoreboards which should last us another 20 years. This will make up for the deficit from the fall sports and provide a cushion to be able to address other needs. 
 
 
Thanks,
 
Woody Diederich
651-353-6243

Game-Changer!
New Scoreboards Courtesy of Our Amazing Sponsors!

STM Athletics is excited to announce the addition of two brand-new scoreboards to our gym, thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors: Collins Home Creations, Cornhusker Driving School, ROC Business Technologies, and Steier & Associates Tax & Business Consultants.

Their support made it possible for us to upgrade this much-needed equipment, enhancing the experience for our student athletes, fans and community. We are grateful for our sponsor's commitment and dedication to our school, and helping us succeed.

Thank you for making a lasting impact on our programs and for your partnership!

STM Athletics Club Monthly Meetings

The next monthly meeting for the Club will be:
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
5:30pm in the STM Library/Media Center

Future Meetings:
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 5:30pm
January: TBD

Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act

The Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act requires that parents and student athletes be provided information on concussion and brain injury.

Below is the required information. After reading the information, parents are required to sign the Verification of Receipt of Concussion and Brain Injury information form, that is included in the packet, and return it to the coach, school or rectory.

A Signed verification form must be on file before a student will be allowed to play or practice with all STM athletic teams.


You can find out more about the law by visiting the Nebraska Sports Concussion Network.

Coaches Training Links & Forms

 The Nebraska Concussion Awareness Act requires that "concussion educational training must be made available to all coaches on how to recognize symptoms of a concussion, and how to seek proper medical treatment.

Below are links to free online concussion training courses (20-25 minutes). After completing training, please fill out the Coaches Verification of Training form and return it to your sport coordinator or the parish rectory.

Training must be completed by ALL coaches and assistant coaches BEFORE practice may begin.

Athletics Committee


Executive Board


President
Steven Faulkner
sfaulkner@omahacsc.org
402-880-8780

Vice President
Nick Pitsch
stmavp@gmail.com

Treasurer
Matt Sullivan
mattstmbengals@gmail.com

Secretary
Vanessa Urbach
vanessastmbengals@gmail.com


Coordinators


Faith Coordinator
Jerry Hassett
(402) 650-0360
softdevinc@yahoo.com

Concession and Volunteer Coordinator
Ashley Sandoval

Uniform Coordinator
Christen Christensen
christenstmbengals@gmail.com

Party Planning Committee Coordinator
Samantha Johnson
skweiss10@gmail.com


Sports Directors


Soccer Directors
Jessica Ousey
jessicallavelle@gmail.com

Megan Prokupek
meganmcwilliams@icloud.com

Volleyball Director
Andrea Carbonell
(402) 739-0996
andrearenae@outlook.com

Basketball Director
Jacob Moore
moore.jacobg@gmail.com

Baseball & Softball Director
TBD - please contact us if you are interested!