Vianney salutes Greg on signing with the Quincy Hawks.

Although he played offensive guard for the Griffins, Greg will take on the role of linebacker in college. Griffin Coach Mike Diffley called Greg “one of the most important players on the team last year.”

Greg is pictured with his parents, Mary and Gregory Eilermann, Coach Mike Diffley and Athletic Director Dan Borkowski.

Senior Dennis Moore signed in February to play football for Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. 

Vianney congratulates Joe on his scholarship and wishes him well in his career with the Lindenwood Lions.

Vianney was proud to recognize these top athletes at the annual football banquet Dec. 5:

All-Metro Catholic Conference First Team
Greg Eilerman
Matt Guignon
Markel Smith

All-Metro Catholic Conference Second Team
Tommy Dwyer
Sam Oldani
Zach Roseman
Justin Summers

Team Awards
Griffin Gridiron Award: Andrew Auer
Offensive MVP: Markel Smith
Defensive MVP: Matt Guignon
Offensive most improved: Greg Eilerman
Defensive most improved: Sam Oldani and Zach Roseman

Andre’s Banquet Center
4254 Telegraph Rd  St Louis, MO 63129

Plan to arrive at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served beginning at 6 p.m.

This night honors each Griffin’s hard work and his team’s accomplishments.

The cost of the event is $10 per person, which includes the meal, beverages and dessert. Those wishing to attend need to respond by Tuesday, Nov. 28.  Please send your response to Athletic Director Dan Borkowski and include:

1. The player’s name and team (i.e., varsity, freshman).
2. The number of people attending the banquet.
3. A check made out to St. John Vianney High School for $10 per attendee.

The attire for Griffins will be shirt and tie; no jacket is required.

Vianney 26 Parkway West 0

The Griffins followed their game plan and executed well on Friday night beating the Longhorns 26-0. A 16 yard Andrew Auer pass to Joe Somogye got the scoring going. Markel Smith who finished with a game-high 198 yards on the ground, scored on the first play of the second half on a 41 yard scamper. The Griffin defense stuffed the Longhorns again and again throughout the night forcing 7 punts. Markel Smith powered his way behind Justin Summers and Greg Eilermann for his second score of the night; a 7 yard TD plunge. Smith added a third and final TD on a 50 yard run. Up next for the Griffins will be the final round of district play. Next Friday the Griffins (3-6) will travel to Washington (3-6) to take on the Blue Jays at 7pm. The winner will advance to first round of the Class 5 playoffs.

Vianney 20 Kirkwood 42

The Griffins came out strong again giving all the #3 ranked Pioneers could handle. Scoring on an opening drive on a Markel Smith 2 yard catch, the Griffins took and early 6-0 lead, but they couldn’t keep the high octane Pioneer offense off the scoreboard. Kirkwood scored four touchdowns before the half taking a 28-6 halftime lead. Markel Smith added to his big rushing numbers with a 222 yard 2 Touchdown performance including a spectacular 92 yard touchdown run. Andrew Auer also added another score on a 1 yard dive. Up next for the Griffins will be the second round of district play. Next Friday the Griffins (2-6) will travel to Parkway West (1-7) to take on the Longhorns at 7pm.

Vianney 29 Francis Howell Central 22

The Griffins overcame some first quarter errors to top visiting Howell Central Spartans by 7. The Griffins took an early 2-0 lead on a mis-handled Spartan punt snap in the endzone. The Spartans struck back with two quick scores, but the Griffins answered with a 56 yard touchdown run by Markel Smith. The Griffin defense stepped up by shutting out the Spartans the entire second half. The Griffins gained more ground with a 2 yard score by the Randy Frisch Homecoming MVP trophy winner Markel Smith. The score was tied when Garrett Staskewicz connected with Andrew Auer on a perfect 27 yard strike. Markel Smith finished off his MVP night with the go-ahead 11 yard scamper. Smith completed the game with 227 yards rushing and three scores. Up next for the Griffins (2-5) will be the first round of district play. Next Friday the Griffins will host the Kirkwood Pioneers (6-0) at 7pm on Don Heeb Field.

Vianney 15 CBC 47

The Griffins completed MCC play this season with a loss to the #1 team in the area CBC. The Griffins took and early 8-7 lead on the Cadets, but were unable to string together more than 1 or 2 first downs in a row on offense and couldn’t stop the powerful CBC offense throughout the contest. Quarterback Andrew Auer set up the first score with a 38 yard run to the CBC 1 and Matt Guignon finished it off with a 1 yard plunge. The scoring was completed with a perfect 22 yard pass from Garrett Staskewicz to Markel Smith in the 4th quarter. Up next for the Griffins (1-5) will be the annual homecoming game. Next Friday the Griffins will play the Francis Howell Central Spartans (3-3) at 7pm on Don Heeb Field.

Vianney 0 SLUH 48

The Griffins hosted the Junior Billikens of SLUH on Friday night, September 23rd. After stopping SLUH on their first two possessions and moving the ball on offense the Griffins started off strong, but special team’s miscues and big plays by the Jr. Bill’s offense and defense doomed Vianney. Throughout the game the Griffins gave SLUH a short field to work with and were unable to get the ground or air game going. Up next for the Griffins (1-4) will be the #1 ranked CBC Cadets at 7pm on Friday at CBC.