This is why they play the game – the coveted Shillelagh.
In 1956, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, an Irish-Catholic fraternal organization, created the Shillelagh as a trophy awarded to the winner of the Trinity-St. Xavier football game. They could not have known how big the game would become.
The Shillelagh is a cutting from a blackthorn bush in Ireland. A chain hanging from it contains silver medallions for a Trinity win and gold medallions for a St. X win. The year and score are engraved on the medallions. Trinity leads the overall series 50-41-2. The victorious school keeps the Shillelagh for the following year.
The Hibernians displayed the Shillelagh during lunch periods at Trinity on September 24.
The Shamrocks and Tigers will meet tonight at the University of Louisville’s L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Parking opens at 5 p.m., gates open at 6:30 p.m., with kickoff at 8 p.m.
GO ROCKS! BEAT ST. X!
In 1956, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, an Irish-Catholic fraternal organization, created the Shillelagh as a trophy awarded to the winner of the Trinity-St. Xavier football game. They could not have known how big the game would become.
The Shillelagh is a cutting from a blackthorn bush in Ireland. A chain hanging from it contains silver medallions for a Trinity win and gold medallions for a St. X win. The year and score are engraved on the medallions. Trinity leads the overall series 50-41-2. The victorious school keeps the Shillelagh for the following year.
The Hibernians displayed the Shillelagh during lunch periods at Trinity on September 24.
The Shamrocks and Tigers will meet tonight at the University of Louisville’s L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Parking opens at 5 p.m., gates open at 6:30 p.m., with kickoff at 8 p.m.
GO ROCKS! BEAT ST. X!
The rain didn’t deter more than 20 Trinity Soccer alumni and their families who attended a reception prior to the Trinity-St. Xavier soccer match on September 24. The Alumni Rocks received a school update from Trinity President James Torra H’12 and were recognized on the field before kickoff.
The match itself was suspended due to lighting. It will resume at 5 p.m. Sunday, September 28, at Trinity’s Marshall Stadium.
GO ROCKS! BEAT ST. X!
The match itself was suspended due to lighting. It will resume at 5 p.m. Sunday, September 28, at Trinity’s Marshall Stadium.
GO ROCKS! BEAT ST. X!
First Trinity-St. X football game
As we celebrate Pride Week at Trinity, let’s look back at what started it all.
In September 1953, shortly after the school was founded, Trinity and St. Xavier High School’s freshman football teams met on the gridiron for the first time.
Trinity was originally known as Holy Trinity High School. We inherited the abandoned Holy Trinity Catholic Church and School building when they move to their current location on Cherrywood Road in St. Matthews. The “Holy” was dropped from the name several years after the school opened due to the confusion with Holy Trinity Catholic Church and School.
It was a hard-fought battle, but the Rocks prevailed by a score of 7-6. Dave Weber, Class of 1957, scored our first touchdown. The varsity Rocks defeated the Tigers for the first time in 1959.
GO ROCKS! BEAT ST. X!
Your Shamrock spirit starts here! The Trinity Campus Store is open the following hours during Pride Week. Make sure you are game day ready by visiting today! Tuesday, September 23 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday, September 24 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday, September 25 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, September 26 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Following the academic achievements celebrated during the Shamrock Awards Luncheon, Trinity Pride Week continued with the 42nd Annual Sandy Newman Alumni Golf Scramble! This year’s event included a full slate of four-person teams who enjoyed a day of fun, fellowship, golf, and lunch. A special thanks to Persimmon Ridge Country Club for hosting. Go Rocks!
Trinity alumnus Thaddeus (Major) Bell, Class of 2020, visited our Future Business Leaders of America chapter to share his story of success.
Thad is an entrepreneur and business strategist who has built successful ventures across real estate, construction, entertainment and education. With a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to community growth, Thad has earned a reputation for transforming ideas into viable businesses and underdeveloped properties into thriving assets.
Thad founded Major Capital, a real estate and construction firm, and Major Promotions, an event and entertainment company. He has done work for banks, investors and city leaders. He’s helped new investors build their first portfolios, coached creatives into profitability, and consulted artists and business owners on scalable income strategies.
Thad credits Trinity for the work ethic, drive and ambition helped get started and propel his career.
Thad is an entrepreneur and business strategist who has built successful ventures across real estate, construction, entertainment and education. With a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to community growth, Thad has earned a reputation for transforming ideas into viable businesses and underdeveloped properties into thriving assets.
Thad founded Major Capital, a real estate and construction firm, and Major Promotions, an event and entertainment company. He has done work for banks, investors and city leaders. He’s helped new investors build their first portfolios, coached creatives into profitability, and consulted artists and business owners on scalable income strategies.
Thad credits Trinity for the work ethic, drive and ambition helped get started and propel his career.
Alumni are invited to attend or enter the 2025 Trinity Fall Charity Car Show! It will be held this Saturday, September 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Trinity! All proceeds from the event, sponsored by the Trinity Key Club, go to Greenwood Cemetery and Hope Scarves.
There's a $10 car entry fee and a suggested $5 donation for general admission. Awards for Best in Show, Best Classic Car, Best Modern Car, Best Truck and Most Unique Car.
There's a $10 car entry fee and a suggested $5 donation for general admission. Awards for Best in Show, Best Classic Car, Best Modern Car, Best Truck and Most Unique Car.
Salsaritas is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, September 16 at 10:45 a.m. at Salsaritas Fresh Mexican Grill (285 North Hubbard Lane, Louisville, KY 40207).
Join the Chamber of St. Matthews and the community as they celebrate 20 years of fresh flavor with Salsaritas! Festivities will begin at 10:45 a.m. with mingling followed by a special recognition ceremony.
Hope to see you there!
Join the Chamber of St. Matthews and the community as they celebrate 20 years of fresh flavor with Salsaritas! Festivities will begin at 10:45 a.m. with mingling followed by a special recognition ceremony.
Hope to see you there!
On the 24th anniversary of September 11, the Trinity Family remembers those we lost and pray for those who lost loved ones.
Trinity’s varsity football team is at home this Friday, Sept. 12 when we host Carmel High School for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff. We hope to see Rock Nation there! Tickets can be purchased via GoFan. Can’t make the game? Enjoy a student-produced livestream on WDRB+. Visit the athletics page of our website for more information. Go Rocks!
YOU are their future! YOU have the power to make THE difference in a young man's life!
Calling all alumni – Your class needs you for the Alumni Phonathon!
The annual Alumni Phonathon kicks off on October 6. As in years past, alumni callers have the option of in-person calling nights at Trinity or virtual calling from home.
Every dollar raised during the Alumni Phonathon goes to the Trinity Annual Fund for financial aid. Over 43% of students receive financial aid, so it’s crucial to many of our families.
FREE LIMITED-EDITION TUMBLER FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Click the link for all Alumni Phonathon dates/times and to sign up.
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E355191&id=286
Calling all alumni – Your class needs you for the Alumni Phonathon!
The annual Alumni Phonathon kicks off on October 6. As in years past, alumni callers have the option of in-person calling nights at Trinity or virtual calling from home.
Every dollar raised during the Alumni Phonathon goes to the Trinity Annual Fund for financial aid. Over 43% of students receive financial aid, so it’s crucial to many of our families.
FREE LIMITED-EDITION TUMBLER FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Click the link for all Alumni Phonathon dates/times and to sign up.
https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E355191&id=286
Was your locker in a locker well? Come and see it again. If your class year ends in a “0” or “5,” you have a class reunion this year.
Since 1991, every Trinity class scheduled to have a five-year incremental reunion has successfully had one. The Alumni Office works with classes to plan their reunions.
Come home to Trinity!
For full class reunion information, go to https://www.trinityrocks.com/o/trinityfoundation/page/alumni
Since 1991, every Trinity class scheduled to have a five-year incremental reunion has successfully had one. The Alumni Office works with classes to plan their reunions.
Come home to Trinity!
For full class reunion information, go to https://www.trinityrocks.com/o/trinityfoundation/page/alumni
We hope you'll join us for the 2025 Trinity Fall Charity Car Show on Saturday, September 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trinity High School.
All proceeds from the event, sponsored by the Trinity Key Club, go to Greenwood Cemetery and Hope Scarves.
$10 to enter a car and a $5 suggested donation for general admission. There will be awards for Best in Show, Best Classic Car, Best Modern Car, Best Truck, and Most Unique.
Please contact Mr. Chris Luken at luken@trinityrocks.com with questions.
Alumni, we pray for you.
Mass is celebrated by Rev. David Zettel ’58 in Trinity’s chapel at 7:20 a.m. each weekday, and alumni are remembered. An Alumni Mass is celebrated on the third Thursday of each month. Alumni gather in the rotunda from 7-7:15 a.m.; we walk to the chapel at 7:20 a.m.
Alumni from the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s may remember Sunday evening liturgies held in the chapel and celebrated by Father Zettel and Father Ron Domhoff H’98. High school students from all over town would gather for these powerful services.
The next Alumni Mass will be celebrated on Thursday morning, September 18. No reservations necessary. Join us!
Mass is celebrated by Rev. David Zettel ’58 in Trinity’s chapel at 7:20 a.m. each weekday, and alumni are remembered. An Alumni Mass is celebrated on the third Thursday of each month. Alumni gather in the rotunda from 7-7:15 a.m.; we walk to the chapel at 7:20 a.m.
Alumni from the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s may remember Sunday evening liturgies held in the chapel and celebrated by Father Zettel and Father Ron Domhoff H’98. High school students from all over town would gather for these powerful services.
The next Alumni Mass will be celebrated on Thursday morning, September 18. No reservations necessary. Join us!
Happy Labor Day from the Trinity Family!
Welcome home, Class of 1970! Trinity’s Class of 1970 will celebrate their 55-year reunion this weekend. A full slate of activities is planned – a reception, home football game and campus tour Friday evening to a luncheon Saturday afternoon to a class mass Sunday morning.
It’s always special to welcome alumni home to campus! GO 1970 ROCKS!
It’s always special to welcome alumni home to campus! GO 1970 ROCKS!
Trinity’s varsity football team is at home this Friday, Aug. 29 when we host Frederick Douglass for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. We hope to see Rock Nation there! Tickets can be purchased via GoFan. Can’t make the game? Enjoy a student-produced livestream on WDRB+. Visit the athletics page of our website for more information. Go Rocks!
By supporting the Trinity Annual Fund, you can help make the Trinity experience accessible to all young men. Your gift empowers students to discover their Path to GreaTness! Visit the link below to make YOUR difference today! Trinity Forever! https://trinityrocks.givecloud.co/
Tuesday, August 26, the Trinity Alumni Moms met at El Tarasco for an evening of fun and fellowship. The purpose of the dinner was to provide an opportunity for moms of recent grads to ask questions and receive a little guidance and support as their sons venture off to college, the military, or join the workforce. It can be a daunting experience, but having a support system in place can make all the difference. Trinity's "veteran" moms were able to share words of wisdom and encouragement.
Peggy Karman H'21 and Michelle Walters H'17 founded the Trinity Alumni Moms nine years ago as a way for alumni moms to stay connected to the school that meant so much to them and their families!
Their next get-together will be a care package event in October. Please contact Michelle Walters at walters@trinityrocks.com for more information. Trinity Forever!
Peggy Karman H'21 and Michelle Walters H'17 founded the Trinity Alumni Moms nine years ago as a way for alumni moms to stay connected to the school that meant so much to them and their families!
Their next get-together will be a care package event in October. Please contact Michelle Walters at walters@trinityrocks.com for more information. Trinity Forever!
The Trinity Class of 1975 reunited this past weekend to celebrate 50 years of brotherhood! Their lifelong bond and shared memories remind us of what makes Trinity special. Visit our Alumni page for more information on upcoming class reunions and other alumni related activities. We hope you’ll join us, reconnect, and Seize The Moment! https://www.trinityrocks.com/o/trinityfoundation/page/alumni
