O’Riley Wins US Rowing Mens Youth 1x National Title
Ian O’Riley ‘24 won the USRowing Youth National Championship in the Men Youth 1x in 7:14.04 to record the win over Henry Davison of Oak Neck Rowing Academy (7:19.84) by 5.80 seconds at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Fla.
“Ian’s performances this year were incredible,” said Brophy Head Coach Pete Cannia. ‘I couldn't be prouder of him and all his hard work and dedication. I am incredibly proud of our program's inspiration and the daily Brophy Crew-winning culture it brings.”
O’Riley, who will compete for and attend school at Harvard, 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.
Rising junior Brody Jennings placed seventh in his heat and 15th overall at the USRowing Youth National Championships in the Men’s U17 1x on Sunday.
“Brody trained every morning and afternoon with Ian,” said Cannia. “ I don't think Ian would have had such a good season without Brody pushing Ian harder and harder at every practice.”
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.