Overhead Opportunities Continues Mission of Making Tennis Accessible to All
Four Brophy juniors, all members of Brophy varsity tennis, continue their mission of bringing tennis to young people who otherwise might not have an opportunity to learn the game. When they were freshmen, Logan Phillips, Aarin Gopakumar, Ryan Zerbib and Naren Gudavalli created the nonprofit, Overhead Opportunities. They host 90-minute tennis lessons after school for students from Loyola Academy, The Challenge Foundation and other local schools. Understanding that it can be an expensive game, their nonprofit also raises money to provide tennis rackets and other equipment.
More information is available on the OO website. Additionally, they were recently featured on Arizona's Family/Good Morning Arizona.
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