Brophy Rowing Represented at the USRowing Youth National Championship
Recent graduate Ian O’Riley ‘24 and rising junior Brody Jennings will compete at the USRowing Youth National Championship this weekend in Sarasota, Fla.
O’Riley will compete in the Men’s Youth 1x time trials on Thursday at 7:30 EDT (4:30 a.m. in Arizona) to qualify. Boats advance based on time for the semifinals on Friday at 7:30 a.m. EDT to determine whether a boat qualifies for the A Final or B Finals on Sunday.
Jenning’s Men’s U17 1x time trials start at 2:05 EDT (11:05 in MST Arizona).
Both qualified at the USRowing Southwest Regional Championships in May.
O’Riley, who signed with Harvard, finished third in the U19 men’s singles in the Grand Final at the 2023 USRowing Youth National Championships and was second in 2022. He will participate in the U.S. U19 National Team trials July 5-7 in West Windsor, N.J., looking to earn a spot in the single skull. This will be the first National Championships for Jennings.
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