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Congratulations to CJ Flaherty ’26 being named the 2026 Black Lion Award recipient, recognized for his leadership, selflessness, and impact both on and off the football field 👏

Presented in honor of Major Don Holleder ‘52 and the Black Lions of the 28th Infantry Regiment, the award recognizes students who embody courage, integrity, and a deep commitment to others. CJ lives out these values every day as a standout multi-sport athlete, dedicated student leader, and active member of our community. We are proud to celebrate CJ for this well-deserved honor Aquinas Football

Click on the link to read more and view all photos from the ceremony: https://www.aquinasinstitute.com/apps/news/article/2189916?categoryId=23111

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Aquinas Senior Colm “CJ” Flaherty ’26 to Receive Prestigious Black Lion Award Honoring a Student-Athlete Who Embodies the Strength of Character Exemplified by Major Don Holleder ’52

Congratulations to the AQ Hockey Team!!! Sectional champs for the 1st time in 20 years!!! ☘️🏒🧱

AQ Football Family... We are reaching out to ask for your prayers and positive thoughts for Coach Battaglia's daughter Codi, their son-in-law Andrew and his grandchildren. Your support—whether through a donation or by sharing their story—means the world to them as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. Thank you for standing with them and helping to ease their burden.
https://gofund.me/654c5da97
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Donate to Support for Codi & Andrew’s NICU Journey, organized by CJ Battaglia Codi and Andrew’s journey has been filled with both hope and heartbreak. When Co… CJ Battaglia needs your support for Support for Codi & Andrew’s NICU Journey

Congrats to our Section V Class AA All-Stars 2nd Team - Joey DiPasquale '28, Rob Carter '27, Eddie Mancini '26, & Kaliem Smith '27! Way to play hard on the field and give it everything you've got. ☘️🏈
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Congrats to our Section V Class AA All-Stars 1st Team - Frankie Burgess '26, CJ Flaherty '26, Joey DiProspero '26 & Brody Lennox '26! Way to play hard on the field and give it everything you've got. ☘️🏈
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~ Updated to include Joey DiProspero ~

Congratulations to our AQ Football Players making the Democrat & Chronicle All-Greater Rochester Teams! Frankie Burgess '26, First Team; Jeff Logan '26, 2nd Team; and CJ Flaherty'26, and Joey DiProspero '26, Honorable Mention! Way to always work hard on and off the field boys. ☘️🏈

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Congratulations to our AQ Football Players making the Democrat & Chronicle All-Greater Rochester Teams! Frankie Burgess '26, First Team; Jeff Logan '26, 2nd Team; and CJ Flaherty'26, Honorable Mention! Way to always work hard on and off the field. ☘️🏈

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Congratulations to AQ Football Scholar Athletes Frankie Burgess '26 and Brody Lennox '26 for winning the Gold and Silver Scholarships through the National Football Foundation! Way to go boys. ☘️🏈
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Hey AQ Football Family! Let's help one of our AQ Football Alumni!!! Tyler Szalkowski '21 had a record-breaking season with Utica University Pioneer Football! He was nominated for the Gagliardi Trophy and made it into the Top 15! Now the vote is in the hands of the fans! Let's help him win! Click the link to vote:

https://d3football.com/notables/2025/12/gagliardi-voting

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Happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful, grateful and blessed for all our families.
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We see you ! Keep working hard! ☘️🏈
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