Golf Wins Brophy Rodeo National High School Invitational Presented by PING
The Broncos won the Brophy Rodeo National High School Invitational presented by PING with a one-shot victory over second-place finishers Lone Peak (Utah) and Catalina Foothills (Tucson) 592-593 at the Grayhawk Golf Raptor course. Scottsdale Notre Dame Prep was fourth, with Corner Canyon (Utah) at 595.
“We played exceptionally well after a rocky start,” said Head Coach Jon Shores. “The takeaway is being able to finish strong when it is not going your way and to fight and stay in the mix and we did that today. We did not finish strong today but we were able to pull out the win.”
Casteel won the girl's title by two strokes over Xavier 601-603 on the Talon course. Xavier sophomore Alexis Lamadrid won the individual title by a stroke over Julia Herzberf of Casteel.
Catalina Foothills junior Chase Cesarek eagled the 18th hole to finish the second round at one-under-par with a two-day total of 140 with rounds of 69-71. He surpassed Lone Peak (Utah) senior Kihei Akina, the clubhouse leader, at 141 with rounds of 72-69. Windermere (Fla.) senior Cameron Baez was third after leading after 18 holes, posting a two-under-par 142 (67-75).
Brophy senior Dylan Boenning was the top finisher in eighth overall with rounds of 68-77 to finish at 145. Sophomore Asher Nelson shot a team-best 75 to finish in a tie for 11th at 146. Sophomore Evan Tyree was tied for 18th (149, 69-80), while junior Adone Panattoni tied for 37th after a 78 on Saturday for a 155.
Senior Scottie Belgrad shot a five-over-par 77 on Saturday, providing the fourth counting score for the Broncos. It was the first round for Belgrad this season.
Brophy’s one-stroke victory secured the fourth consecutive team title for the Broncos in the event since moving to the Grayhawk Golf Course.
Boys Team: @BrophyAthletics, Individual: Chase Cesarek, Catalina Foothills
GOLF / Senior Dylan Boenning talks about the team win at the Brophy Rodeo presented by PING. He was the top finisher for the Broncos, and he tied for eighth overall. pic.twitter.com/fVKNxWYS5D
This morning, Brophy College Preparatory proudly hosted its New Student Convocation, a cherished tradition that prayerfully welcomes new students and their families into the Brophy community. This year’s convocation was particularly special, as it marked the arrival of the Class of 2028, coinciding with the school’s centennial year, as well as the Loyola Academy Scholar Class of 2031.
The ceremony included a prayerful reflection, highlighting the school’s commitment to faith and the Jesuit tradition. The event concluded with a blessing for the new students and their families, setting a positive and hopeful tone for the years to come. As the Class of 2028 begins its journey at Brophy, and the Loyola Academy Scholars continue their academic path, they do so with the full support of the Brophy community.
Brophy College Preparatory marked the beginning of the school year with the annual Back to School Bash, a signature event designed to foster connections between the incoming Class of 2028 and their Big Brothers. The event was a tremendous success, offering a day filled with activities aimed at building camaraderie and community.
Students participated in a variety of water-themed activities, with the highlight being the giant water slides set up on Brophy’s baseball field. The pool area was also a popular spot, providing a refreshing way to celebrate the start of the new academic year. Lively music, engaging games and a festive atmosphere contributed to a day of smiles and new friendships.
It’s clear that the students are ready for an exciting year ahead
Brophy College Preparatory celebrated its 76th commencement on the morning of Saturday, May 18, in Robson Gymnasium. This graduation was significant for the Class of 2024, who began their high school journey at the height of 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' close bonds 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 and the ties that bind.