Catholic high school football roundup

Shaye Sykes of Chaminade runs after interceptin a pass during a CHSFL AAA football game at Chaminade High School on Oct. 11, 2025. Credit: David Meisenholder
Shaye Sykes returned an interception 63 yards for a touchdown to break a tie with 4:04 remaining in the fourth quarter and give Chaminade the lead for good in its 28-21 win over host Fordham Prep Friday in the CHSFL. Sean Carnevale threw a 53-yard touchdown pass to Kelly Knapp and an 11-yard scoring pass to Christian Birch Trani. Anthony Trapani rushed for a touchdown with 7:37 remaining in the game. Kellan Stapleton made all four of his PATs for Chaminade (3-7).
St. Anthony’s 55, Cardinal Hayes 36: Xavier Bala ran for 181 yards and four touchdowns on 19 carries for host St. Anthony’s (7-3). Bala also had two forced fumbles on sacks and a tackle for a loss. Anthony Diieso completed 10 passes for 131 yards and two scores and rushed for 68 yards and a TD. Rory McDermott had three receptions for 50 yards and two TDs.
SATURDAY’S GAMES
Kellenberg 37, St. Francis Prep 20: Brayden Farrelly threw three touchdowns for host Kellenberg (7-2). Bryce Boccio blocked a punt that was recovered for a touchdown by Nick Rugen. Finn Hastings caught a touchdown and kicked a 30-yard field goal. Brett Keiley had an interception and five tackles.
Holy Cross 42, St. John the Baptist 36: Devin Michaels went 19-for-22 passing for 234 yards and two touchdowns as St. John the Baptist fell to host Holy Cross. Kalen Percer ran for 213 yards and three touchdowns on 22 carries. He also had nine receptions for 92 yards and a score. Nic Mastriano had six receptions for 101 yards and a touchdown.