Vanden Bosch Named Arizona Cardinals Player of the Week and Ed Doherty Medallion Winner
Junior linebacker Bastian Vanden Bosch was named the Arizona Cardinals Player of the Week, the first Bronco to earn the award since E.J. Warner in 2021. Vanden Bosch had five tackles with 3.5 for loss (3.0 sacks) with two hurries and a fumble recovery in a shutout win over Regis Jesuit (Colo.) last week. He participated in a ceremony with Arizona Cardinals executives, former Cardinal Kyle Vanden Bosch, who is also his dad, and Cardinals cheerleaders at the school.
He also received the Week 4 Ed Doherty Award Nomination Medallion, recognizing outstanding performances from Week 3 action by the Arizona Sports & Entertainment Commission (ASEC) and its managed entity, the Grand Canyon State Gridiron Club (GCSGC).
He will be presented a medallion this week and is now in the running for the 2024 Ed Doherty Award, which annually recognizes Arizona’s most outstanding high school football player. This year’s recipient will be announced at a special luncheon on Saturday, December 14. For more information on the award or to purchase tickets to the ceremony, please visit www.azsportsent.com or call 480.517.9700.
Since its inception in 1986, the Ed Doherty Award has served as the State of Arizona’s highest individual high school football honor, annually recognizing the most outstanding player on and off the field. Recipients are selected for demonstrating remarkable ability combined with diligence, perseverance, hard work, and integrity in their pursuit of excellence while also celebrating a commitment to academics, community, and school pride.
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.