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Elk County Catholic High School is a
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Background

Elk County Catholic High School was established in 1962 by the Catholic Diocese of
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. The predecessor to ECCHS was the Central Catholic High School, located nearby on Church and Center Streets.


Athletics

Elk County Catholic is notable as the
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(PIAA) Class A
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champion in 2006 led by Jesse Bosnik. Lady Crusaders softball won the PIAA Class A Championship in 2015. The basketball team also reached the PIAA Class A semifinals during the 2008-2009 season led by Joe Jacob. The school's cross country program have captured numerous district titles. The school's colors are maroon and gold, and the mascot is the Crusader.


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Elk County Catholic High School
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