Cross Country Places 10th at AIA State Championships
The Broncos finished 10th at the AIA State Championships at the Cave Creek Golf Course on November 2. Senior Santiago Sanchez was 14th overall to lead the Broncos, while seniors Evan Giesecke and Ryan Rastad were the second and third runners to cross the line for Brophy.
Sanchez finished with a medal (top 21) for the second consecutive season after finishing ninth as a junior. Giesecke had a personal-best 17:06 to finish his senior campaign, while classmate Ryan Rastad was 63rd overall in 17:15, improving his time over a minute from last season.
The Broncos scored 281 points, placing 10th in the team standings. This was the team's 17th consecutive season with a top-10 finish.
Junior Josiah Colburt was the fourth finisher for the team in 87th (17:36), with sophomore Diego Alejos in 90th (17:39) and sophomore Lucas Horst in 93rd (17:41). Colin St. Hilaire crossed in 18:35 (141st).
Team Standings
Hamilton 26; 2. Highland 101; 3. Mountain View Mesa 158’ 4. Casteel 174; 5. Liberty 208; 6. Desert Vista 223; 7. Basha 238; 8. Sunnyslope 238; 9. Boulder Creek 267; 10. Brophy 281.
Individual Results
14. Santiago Sanchez, 16:16; 47. Evan Giesecke, 17:06; 63. Ryan Rastad, 17:15; 87. Josiah Colburt, 17:36; 90. Diego Alejos, 17:39; 93. Lucas Horst, 17:41; 141. Colin St. Hilaire, 18:35.
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.