Santa Clara Lions

In Memoriam: A Tribute to Santa Clara Legend Craig Connelly

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The Santa Clara Lions community is mourning the loss of Craig Connelly, the long-time coach dedicated to youth football in Mission City.

Late last month, the Santa Clara community lost one of its brightest stars in Craig Connelly. The legendary Lions coach was as dedicated to Santa Clara youth as anyone the city has ever seen. Connelly first took over the program as a teenager in 1968 and led it until his passing; he was 76. Underneath … Read more

Lions Pride: Panthers, Wildcats Seek Super Bowl

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The Santa Clara Lions 12U Wildcats will make a repeat return to the Pop Warner Super Bowl in Florida. Unfortunately, the Panthers lost.

Despite playoff losses this past weekend that would have earned them bids to the Pop Warner Super Bowl in Florida, Santa Clara Lions 10U (Panthers) and 12U (Wildcats) are still alive. The teams each have one more chance with games the weekend before Thanksgiving to earn Division II bids to the annual Pop Warner Super … Read more