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Spurs center Luke Kornet attends special Mass celebrating sports in San Antonio
By Emilio Sanchez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A special Mass celebrating the importance and impact of sports in San Antonio was held Saturday, drawing community members, sports fans and even Spurs Center Luke Kornet. The Mass was held Saturday evening at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower. San Antonio’s Salesian Sisters...
Key takeaway The Mass was held Saturday evening at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The special Mass celebrating sports in San Antonio attended by Spurs center Luke Kornet reflects the city's strong athletic culture and community spirit. As a city surrounded by the greater San Antonio metro, Terrell Hills residents often look to the city's sports teams, including the Spurs, for entertainment and a sense of shared identity. The presence of the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco, known locally as the "Spurs Sisters," adds a unique layer to the celebration, highlighting the intersection of faith and sports in the community. For Terrell Hills residents, this event may resonate particularly given the city's own emphasis on community and family, earning it the nickname "City of Homes." The Mass's focus on the positive impact of sports on community building and teamwork may also spark interest in local sports initiatives and youth programs within Terrell Hills and the surrounding area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A special Mass celebrating the importance and impact of sports in San Antonio was held Saturday, drawing community members, sports fans and even Spurs Center Luke Kornet. The Mass was held Saturday evening at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower. San Antonio’s Salesian Sisters...
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