ICS Athletics

09/09/2026

It’s the Final Crusade for some of our 8th grade athletes. ⚾️⚽️👟

09/09/2026

Huge congratulations to our very own Kelton Hines for ranking #1 for the third week in a row in the Illinois Running News Middle School Boys Individual XC Rankings! 🏃‍♂️💨

Talk about consistency! After breaking state records and securing the SIJHSAA State Championship, Kelton is absolute proof that hard work pays off. Holding onto that top spot week after week takes serious grit, and we could not be prouder of how he represents Immaculate Conception.

We cannot wait to watch you keep dominating the course this season, Kelton!Drop a comment below to congratulate Kelton on his incredible three-week streak! 👇🎉

Kelton Hines

https://www.illinoisrunningnews.com/post/2026-xc-team-rankings-week-2?fbclid=IwY2xjawUOn_VwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6zwlfe4_6R2roUKC4iQwmxtkC83Ft9tr0ofVVLXzbQ9SE2HoDjIWPIQ8mo_g_aem_whOG0rRjVcrvM8oyh_eD6w

Here are your team rankings for week 2 of the 2026 XC Season!

08/29/2026

The cross country team is off to great start, kicking off their season Tuesday with a successful home meet:

🥈The boys varsity team placed second overall, with Kelton Hines winning first individually.
🥉The girls varsity team placed third overall. In the open race, ICS also had impressive results from the boys and girls teams.

On Wednesday, ICS hosted another meet. Instead of lacing up their running shoes, the Crusaders supported the race by working as course marshals and selling snow cones.

Friday night, the Crusaders headed to Mascoutah for one of the biggest meets of the season.

🏆Facing against 19 other small schools, the ICS girls varsity team took first place. Isla Braun earned a second place finish individually.

🏆In the boys varsity race, Kelton Hines won first over all schools (small and large). Kelton also broke the 2-mile course record that he set last year, with a time of 10:19. The ICS boys varsity team took second place out of the 20 small schools.

08/23/2026

Soccer refs needed!

Help us fill openings for this week. Please sign up via the link below. Unlicensed refs are paid $25 per game.

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! All Games are located at Oreter Fields in Columbia, IL. Pay is $25/games for unlicensed referees.

08/21/2026

🏃‍♂️ We Need Your Help! Volunteer for Our Upcoming Cross Country Meets! 🏁

Our runners are ready to hit the trails, but we can't make these meets happen without our amazing community. We are looking for energetic volunteers to help us ensure a safe, fun, and successful event for all the athletes!

🗓️ Dates: Tuesday, August 25th & Wednesday, August 26th
📍 Location: ICS

Available Positions:
*Course Marshals (Directing runners and cheering them on!)

*Parking/Setup Team (Helping families find parking and getting the course ready)

*Concession Stand (Selling snacks and drinks)

No previous cross country experience is necessary. We will give you a quick briefing before the meet starts!

👉 Sign up here: Day 1: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084FA5AC23A6FD0-64781531-icscross #/

Day 2:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084FA5AC23A6FD0-64781549-icscross #/

Thank you for supporting our athletes! Let’s make this a great event! 👟🏆

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

08/18/2026

Join us for the Blessing of the Shoes at our All School Mass on August 27! 👟✝️

Bring your soccer, baseball, or running shoes to be blessed by Father Brian as we kick off the upcoming sports season with prayer, school spirit, and faith. Let’s set our feet on the right path for a safe and successful year!

Event Details:

What: Blessing of the Shoes

When: Thursday, August 27 8:05am

Where: Immaculate Conception Church

Who: All ICS Crusader athletes & students!

Bring your athletic shoes, and let’s get ready to represent the Crusaders! 🔵⚪

08/03/2026

There is still time to pick up your child's uniform!

08/01/2026

🏃‍♂️🔥 Big congratulations to our very own Kelton Hines! 🔥🏃‍♂️

Kelton has been named the #1 middle school boys cross country runner in the State of Illinois heading into the 2026 cross country season! What an incredible honor and a testament to the hard work, dedication, and determination he brings every day.

We couldn’t be more proud and can’t wait to watch him compete this season. Congratulations, Kelton—we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 💙💛

Read the preseason rankings here:
https://www.illinoisrunningnews.com/post/2026-pre-season-xc-previews-middle-school-boys-individual-rankings

Illinois has become one of the nation's premier states for developing distance running talent, and this year's middle school boys class is another example of the bright future ahead. From state champions and national-caliber performers to athletes who enjoyed breakout track and cross country campaig...

07/28/2026

⚽ Youth Soccer Referees Needed! ⚽

Love soccer? Looking for a flexible way to earn extra money while giving back to the game?

We're looking for new and returning referees for the upcoming youth soccer season! Whether you're an experienced official or brand new, we'd love to have you on the field.

✅ Flexible schedule
✅ Get paid for every game
✅ Stay active
✅ Make a difference for young athletes

If you're interested in becoming a referee or would like more information, sign up today or send us a message!
Please share this post with anyone who might be interested!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EA9A82FAAFBC52-64915067-icssoccer #/

07/16/2026

Save the dates:

⚽️ soccer uniform pick up
📣 mandatory parents meeting (coaches meeting to follow immediately after)