Athletics

Divine Mercy Catholic Academy athletics continue a long and distinguished tradition begun in the Catholic grade schools of Greater Johnstown. Through athletics and our other extracurricular programs, our students learn teamwork, selflessness and perseverance - values that will serve them well throughout life.

Crusher Football Sign-Ups

Check back in the Spring for Crusher Football Signups for the 2024 season:

Grades Pre-K-2: Flag
Grades 3-6: Flag
Grades 3-6: Tackle

All players and skill levels are welcomed! During the 2023 season we expanded our team to include all interested Catholic Students in our area. Check back for our spring strength and conditioning clinics!

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Coaches who encourage, support and teach our student-athletes
We encourage our students to participate in sports that interest them, beginning when they're ready and want to learn a particular sport. Our volunteer coaches help our young students develop confidence in their abilities so that they learn not only how to play, but also how to handle themselves in competition and to represent their school with respect and dignity. All of our coaches have completed the necessary legal clearances. If you would like to volunteer with one of our athletic teams, please call us at 814.961.DMCA (3622) or contact us here.

DMCA Athletic Association
Our competitive athletic programs are organized and funded almost entirely by our school’s Athletic Association, a volunteer group that works year round to ensure the quality of our athletic programs. If you would like to become involved in supporting or contributing to our Athletic Association, please call us at 814.961.DMCA (3622) or contact us here.

Program	Season	Grades
Football	Fall	Grades Pre K-6, with different divisions per grade
Cheerleading	Fall-Spring	Grades K-6, with different divisions per grade; Grade 6 cheerleaders participate in Bishop McCort Catholic High School cheerleading program
Wrestling	Winter	Grades Pre K- 6, offered as part of Bishop McCort Catholic High School athletic program
Hockey	Winter	Grade K-6, offered as part of Bishop McCort Catholic High School athletic program
Basketball	Winter	Spans the grades, with different divisions per grade
Volleyball	Various	Grades 4-6, Clinics offered throughout the year
E-Sports	Winter/ Spring	5th and 6th grade; inter-student virtual basketball, football, hockey and soccer

Crusher Football

Our Crusher Kingdome Football Elementary Program is open to all Pre-K 4-6th grade DMCA students at both our East and West campuses. Our 2023-24 teams included:

Minis Flag Football through the LHL
K-2 Flag Football through the LHL
3-4 Tackle Football
5-6 Tackle Football

Crusher Cheerleading

At DMCA, girls in grades 1-6 grade are welcome to join our Crusher Rec Competitive Cheerleading Program. In this program, we teach safe, proper technique for stunting, tumbling, and many other precision skills integral to the sport of cheerleading. In addition to learning athletic skills, DMCA cheer members learn respect, team bonding, responsibility, and dedication to others.

Our members practice and work hard for many months perfecting their skills and competing locally at numerous cheer competitions. We support the football and other teams at Divine Mercy. We also have a lot of fun.

Two different cheer teams are offered so that everyone has an opportunity to learn and grow at a pace appropriate for their age and ability. Teams work under the leadership of experienced Head Cheer Coach Megan Miller Gordon. From time to time some parents and/or other volunteers may be asked to help the cheer squads. All volunteers have the appropriate volunteer clearances on file.

Our cheer athletes are building a strong foundation for future cheerleading experiences and for life. We invite interested students or parents to contact Ms. Miller here.

Crusher Wrestling

The Crusher Wrestling program is offered to students grades Kindergarten to 6th grade. It is part of the Bishop McCort Catholic High School athletic program. Visit www.mccort.org for more information.

Crusher Hockey

Crusher Hockey is open to boys in Grade 6 and is offered as part of the Bishop McCort Catholic High School athletic program. Visit www.mccort.org for more information on the hockey program.

Crusher Basketball

Our basketball program is open to boys and girls in grades 3-6. Students from our East and West campuses come together to play as DMCA Crushers. Practices and games are held in the early winter months. Sign-ups are announced as the season nears.

A huge Congratulations to our 5th/6th grade girls team for winning the 2021 McCort league Championship!

Intermural teams are also formed each season, independent of DMCA athletics, and compete in local and regional leagues in the community.

Hiking and Biking Club

Our hiking and biking series is a wonderful way to get outdoors with your DMCA friends and family. The series takes place in late spring through the summer months; with a rotating schedule of trails to explore. Grab your bike, scooter, or hiking boots and come on out for some fun! Check back for our new locations and dates this Spring!

Volleyball

DMCA Athletics offers a Girls Volleyball clinic that runs through the fall and winter months! This is open to students in grades 4th-6th grade! Please reach out to coach Angela Wachs with questions!