Football’s Jewell Named Cardinals Coach of the Week
Football Head Coach Jason Jewell was named Arizona Cardinals' “High School Coach-of-the-Week” presented by Circle K and SCHEELS.
Jewell led the Broncos to a 42-17 victory over Notre Dame Prep last week. The Bronco's defense was crucial in the win after holding Notre Dame to just 1-of-10 on third down attempts and containing wide receiver Cooper Perry to just 19 yards on five receptions. Brophy is 4-1 on the season.
In its 29th year, the Cardinals “Coach-of-the-Week” award presented by Circle K and SCHEELS is selected by a local sports panel consisting of former high school football coach Kelly Epley, former 12 News sports anchor Bruce Cooper, current 12 News sports anchors Cameron Cox and Lina Washington, Cardinals Community Relations Director Horace Raymond, Arizona Republic/azcentral.com high school writer Richard Obert and Circle K Brand Manager Mitchell Miranda.
A plaque with statistics acknowledging the award in addition to a check for $2,000 on behalf of Cardinals Charities to support the Brophy Prep football program will be presented to Jewell in an award ceremony at the school (4701 N. Central Ave, Phoenix) on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 10:50 a.m.
The Cardinals' weekly “Coach-of-the-Week” program presents a selected high school coach with a certificate signed by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill, and Head Coach Jonathan Gannon.
2023 Winners
Week 1: Brock Farrel, Highland High School
Week 2: Rick Garretson, Chandler High School
Week 3: Marcus & Mark Carter, Desert Edge High School
Brophy College Preparatory celebrated its 76th commencement on Saturday, May 18, at 9 a.m. in Robson Gymnasium. This graduation was significant for the Class of 2024, who began their high school journey remotely due to the pandemic.
The Class of 2024 demonstrated resilience and connection despite the challenges of starting their education online. Their unity and adaptability were evident throughout their time at Brophy, embodying their class theme: “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”
Valedictorian Doer Leo He delivered a memorable speech, drawing parallels to the movie "Finding Nemo" and encouraging his classmates to persevere with the phrase, "Just keep swimming." President Bob Ryan and Principal Jim Bopp also spoke, highlighting the graduates' resilience and urging them to be agents of positive change.
The ceremony concluded with a strong sense of pride and accomplishment, celebrating the Class of 2024's journey from remote learning to a united and triumphant graduation.