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The Benedictine Ravens are the official sports teams of Benedictine College located in Atchison, Kansas. They participate in the NAIA and in the Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC).
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Sports
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Facilities
- The Ballpark at Benedictine: Baseball
- BC Softball Field: Softball
- The Haverty Center: Practice facilities, Cheer offices
- John Casey Soccer Center: Soccer, Lacrosse
- Laughlin Track at Larry Wilcox Stadium: Track and Field
- Mother Teresa Center: Athletic Training Facility
- O'Malley Field at Larry Wilcox Stadium: Football
- Ralph Nolan Gymnasium: Basketball and Volleyball
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Mascot
The mascot "Rocky" is associated with St. Benedict, as legend has it a raven would bring the sixth-century saint food during his time as a hermit in the mountains near Subiaco, Italy. The legend also has the raven saving St. Benedict from eating poisoned bread.
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Notable alumni
- Irv Comp, starting quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, member of the 1944 NFL Championship team
- Kyle Greig, professional soccer player having played in Major League Soccer and the United Soccer League, played at Benedictine from 2008 through 2011
- Terry Hanson, athlete and coach in Ravens Hall of Fame who went on to a successful career in pro sports and the media
- Darryl Jones, athlete led 1967 basketball team to NAIA National Championship, NAIA All-American and All-Decade team selection. drafted by NBA's San Diego Rockets prior their move to Houston
- Jamie Mueller, professional running back for the Buffalo Bills (1987-1990)
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References
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External links
- Official website
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