Cross Country Finishes Ninth at AIA Division I State Meet
The Brophy cross country team finished ninth overall at the AIA Division I State Championship meet at Cave Creek Golf Course. The Broncos scored 280 points and placed three in the top 40 among their top five.
“It was a fantastic rebound from our group,” said Head Coach Oscar Borboa ‘05. “It was not our best effort at the Southwest Sectional last week. But credit to our team leaders seniors Jack Kyle and Konoby Hetman spearheaded by Santiago Sanchez kept the team together. We were focused and ran out our best team race of the season.”
Junior Santiago Sanchez paced the team with a ninth-place finish in 16:16 to earn a medal. Senior Jack Kyle crossed the line in 29th in 16:50 and senior Kenoby Hetman was 39th in 17:02. The top-five scoring runners included junior Ryan Rastad in 18:09 (114th) and freshman Diego Alejos in 18:05 (118th overall). The state team also included sophomores Mason Cavallo (28:09) and Lucas Vargas (18:15) The Broncos qualified last week by finishing sixth at the Southwest Sectional
CROSS COUNTRY / Junior Santiago Sanchez talks about his top 10 finish and the team’s performance at the state championships. @bcpdistancepic.twitter.com/ckcxoH8YV5
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