About Us
Cardinal Cage Club, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization established to provide support to the boys basketball program of Mentor High School. We support the four high school teams consisting of approximately 50 total players on the Varsity, Junior Varsity, and two Freshman teams. The Club provides assistance with equipment, uniforms, training, transportation, lodging, meals, tournament & league fees, award banquets, and various other activities.
Mentor High School has become one of the elite basketball programs in both Ohio and the nation. In 2013, the Mentor Cardinals won the Ohio Division I State Basketball Championship and ended the season ranked by USA Today as the #25 team in the nation. The accomplishments of the program are the direct result of a dedicated coaching staff, the hard work of our student athletes, and the support of parents, family, friends, alumni and the community of Mentor through the Cardinal Cage Club.
Please consider becoming a part of our program by joining or contributing to The Cardinal Cage Club through the links at the top of the page. Cardinal Cage Club, Inc. is designated as a 501(c)(3) Public Charity by the I.R.S. and donations are tax deductible. Please consult your tax professional for more information.
BasketBall Coaches
- Robert Krizancic - Varsity Head Coach
- Neil Grantz - Varsity Assistant Coach
- Aaron May - Varsity Assistant Coach
- David Kryz - Varsity Assistant Coach
- Jason Ioppolo - Varsity Assistant Coach
- Colin Gower - Junior Varsity Coach
- Kirk Culler - Freshman Coach
Cheer Coaches
- Lindsey Berdysz - Varsity and Junior Varsity Coach
- Michelle Ritchey - Freshman Coach
Cardinal Cage Club Board Members
- Angela Collins - President
- Mike Biddell - Vice President
- Tim O'Brien - Treasurer
- Kristin Biddell - Secretary
- Rose Ioppolo - Corporate Sponsorships
- Jaime Greene - Family Membership