Baseball Wins AIA 6A Playoff Opener over Sunnyslope
Senior Matt Niezgodzki went 2-for-4 with five RBI, and Johnny Casale threw a complete game, two-hit shutout with seven strikeouts as No. 2 seed Brophy defeated Sunnyslope 7-0 on Saturday at Opus Field.
Brophy (22-5) will play No. 7 Hamilton at Tempe Diablo Stadium at 4 p.m. on Tuesday in Round 2B.
The Broncos scored the first run of the game in the first as Casale executed a sacrifice bunt to score Jack Ryan, who had singled to start the inning. Ryan finished with three runs scored, two hits, and a walk in the game. He had advanced to third on a Jack Meissner single.
Niezgodzki provided a three-run double in the third to clear a bases-loaded situation and extend the lead to 4-0. The Broncos tacked on three more in the sixth inning when Niezgodzki knocked in two with a single, and Willie Cornejo-Farmer followed with a run-scoring single.
Brophy is now 22-5 overall and has won 18 of their last 20 games after a 4-3 start. The 22 wins are the most since winning 24 in 2012. It was also a program-tying record eighth shutout.
The program's win over Hamilton on April 19 was it's first since 2016 and its first series sweep over the Huskies since 2012. The two teams will be meet for the third time in 11 days.
BASEBALL ⚾️ Matt Niezgodzki with two hits and five RBI in a 7-0 win over Sunnyslope. Johnny Casale with a two-hit shutout complete game. pic.twitter.com/5EyTbq75GF
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