Tony Rod Sr. '78

(1960-2008)

Tony Rod, another Lighthouse Boys Club product,was a three year starter for North during the mid-1970s. During his playing career, Rod was a two time All-Catholic selection. As a sophomore in 1975 he was part of the Falcon team that defeated St Joe’s Prep 2-1 in Overtime to win the PCL title. The ’75 team also beat Roxborough High 4-0 for the City title. As a senior in 1977 the Falcons again defeated SJP for the PCL championship by a score of 10-2. North again took the City Championship with a 1-0 win over Lincoln High School.

Tony Rod, Sr. went on to play college soccer at St Joseph’s University where he led the hawks in goals scored with 4 in 1978.