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Relics

BK FOOTBALL RELICS, RARITIES & MONUMENTS

Though not of the “sacred” variety, there are many objects, rarities, and monuments comprising a collection of BK football relics. The collection is constantly expanding, so check back often. And if you have a suggestion or special relic to offer please let us know.

BKcornerstone1964The Cornerstone The school was founded in 1964 under the leadership of Rev. Raymond Peplinski (far left) and Bishop Sylvester Treinen (at mic).  The cornerstone is built into the exterior wall of the school chapel near the front entrance of the school.

Can you help us identify the others in this photo? If you recognize the other Priest or know that young man with the Holy Water Bucket and Aspergillum please let us know by sending a note to: Publisher@bkfootball.com

retired jerseysRetired Jerseys Three jersey numbers have been retired from active use in the BK football program to honor three special BK Knights.   More details will be added soon with information on each person who wore these jerseys, which are displayed in the front entrance at the Carley Center on the campus of BK High.      The three men honored in this fashion were outstanding individuals whose lives were lost at a young age. Nick Ysursa (#11); Steve Bixby (#22) and Iker Goitiandia (#24) are former Knights forever in the hearts of the BK football community.

goalpost1goalpost2ORIGINAL GOAL POSTS Talk about an authentic relic!  When the new goal posts were installed at BK in the early 2000’s, the old steel poles were hauled away to the recycler. Well, a couple of alums caught wind of that and said “Not so fast my friend.”  As a result of this scavenging, you can purchase a real-life custom-cut ring (1″ standard size) from the original BK Goal Posts for your own use. Let me know if you are interested,  I have a cabinet full.  Curator@BKfootball.com

Brennan MonumentBrennan Rock When Tim Brennan ended his coaching career at BK in 2006 a number of supporters arranged to honor him by erecting a stone monument.  A likeness of the popular coach is etched into the stone along with details of Tim’s outstanding run of success as the leader of the Knight program.  Brennan Rock is located near the entrance to Ysursa Field in the southwest corner.

Brennan led the program for 14 seasons (1992-2006) and compiled a record of 126 wins against 34 losses. His teams won three State Championships.

Honoring David Handley D Handley tree The Handley family played a large role in the BK community as athletes, coaching, and in the school’s front office.  David Handley was a member of the Bishop Kelly Knight football squad and was an outstanding player and teammate.  He graduated in 1987; his younger sister Kristi followed in his footsteps a few years later. David passed away from natural causes in 2005, at the age of 36.  His memory is honored with a special tree and monument on the grounds at the school, located near the lacrosse field adjacent the football field and Carley Center.