Episode 113: Saint Rose K-8 Middle School Esports Program:
On this episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast from the Diocese of Youngstown, brought to you by the Annual Diocesan Appeal, Dennis Biviano speaks with Saint Rose Catholic School in Girard Principal Anthony Catale, and Esports instructors Evan Davis and Michael Corso about their new program, competition and plans for a future gaming facility.
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