Tennis’ Ryan Zerbib Named to Republic’s All-Arizona Team, Campbell Named Coach of the Year
Junior Ryan Zerbib was named to the Arizona Republic’s All-Arizona 12-player team after posting a 17-1 overall record during the 2024 season. He paired with senior Kentaro Akiyoshi to win the Division I Doubles Championship and helped lead the Broncos to the Division I State Championship. He was 10-1 in singles in state play and 7-0 in doubles play in the regular season.
Zerbib was also named the AIA Division I Doubles Player of the Year and Co-Region Player of the Year with Akiyoshi.
Campbell ‘84 was selected the All-Arizona Coach of the Year after leading the Broncos to an undefeated season and the Division I State title. He was also named the Coach of the Year in the Premier Region and the AIA Division I.
Akiyoshi was named to the All-Arizona honorable mention team. He was the Division I Premier Singles Player of the Year in addition to his doubles honors.
The 12 players are finalists for Player of the Year, which will be named during the Sports Awards Show on June 17.
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