Blase was a hardwood legend of the North Shore Catholic grade school league. He ran like a deer and was tough as heck to keep up with, constantly moving and always finding an open spot where he could launch a shot. The boys of St Monica will never forget the game in 8th grade when Blase buried a top of the key jumper at the buzzer to upset the home squad. I would love to have tipped a beer with him and reminisced over those old grade school rivalry day. Rest in peace, Blase – your memory lives on in those who competed with you on those Sunday mornings long ago.
My condolences to the Collura family and friends of Blase.