PCL Announces Addition Of Holy Ghost Preparatory School For 2026-27 School Year
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PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Philadelphia Catholic League’s Board of Governors has voted to accept Holy Ghost Preparatory School (HGP) as its newest member, beginning with the 2026-27 school year.
“The Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) is excited to welcome Holy Ghost Prep as a new member of the PCL. Their commitment to the student-athlete experience, like minded focus on Catholic beliefs, and on-campus facilities will further strengthen the best league in the entire state. This was a transparent and deliberate process that encompassed the full PCL membership. I commend my colleagues, and specifically BJ Hogan, Chair of the Board of Directors and his peers for their work, deliberation and reflection over the past few months as we discerned this application and came to a voting consensus” said Brian Patrick King ‘97, Chair of the Philadelphia Catholic League, and President of Father Judge High School.
“We are thrilled to join the Philadelphia Catholic League, and we are so appreciative of the opportunity. The PCL is a league of mission-driven schools, all with the common bond of our Catholic identity. The traditions and reputation of the PCL are unmatched. We would like to thank all of the members of the PCL Board of Governors and the Board of Directors, especially Brian Patrick King and BJ Hogan, for their guidance. We would also like to thank HGP Athletic Director, Craig Conlin. We are beyond excited to begin this next chapter of Holy Ghost Prep athletics,” said HGP President Gregory J. Geruson ’79.
Along with HGP, the league's membership includes Archbishop Carroll, Archbishop Ryan, Archbishop Wood, Bonner & Prendie, Cardinal O’Hara, Conwell-Egan, Devon Prep, Father Judge, Lansdale Catholic, La Salle College, Little Flower, Nazareth Academy, Neumann-Goretti, Roman, St. Hubert, St. Joseph’s Prep, and West Catholic.
“I applaud the Board of Governors on a terrific addition to the PCL as we continue to expand and enhance the league's commitment in furthering the mission of Catholic Education through interscholastic athletics,” said BJ Hogan, Director of Athletics, Lansdale Catholic High School and Chair of the Philadelphia Catholic League Board of Directors.
The PCL crowns champions in 28 sports: baseball, girls’ and boys’ basketball, girls’ and boys’ cross country, competitive spirit, boys’ golf, softball, girls’ and boys’ lacrosse, girls’ and boys’ soccer, football, girls’ and boys’ swimming, girls’ and boys’ tennis, girls’ and boys’ bowling, wrestling, girls’ and boys’ volleyball, girls’ and boys’ indoor track & field, field hockey, girls’ flag football and girls’ and boys’ outdoor track & field.
About Holy Ghost Prep
Founded: 1897
Location: 2429 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020
President: Mr. Gregory J. Geruson ‘79
Principal: Mr. Kevin Burke
Director of Athletics: Mr. Craig Conlin
Nickname: Firebird
Colors: White, Red, Blue
Website: www.holyghostprep.org
Sponsored Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Indoor Track and Field, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track and Field, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball