Rowing Records Nine Top-Three Finishes in Long Beach
Brophy Rowing had a successful weekend of racing in Long Beach with several top-three performances led by a first-place finish by Ian O’Riley and Cooper LaVoy in the Men’s C Double.
Quincy Sweet - 3rd (Bronze) Men’s Under 16 single
Nate Crooks, Luke Chakmakian, Brody Buchanan, Michael Gonzales - 3rd (Bronze) Men’s B Quad
Brody Jennings - 3rd (Bronze) Men’s Under 17 single
Noah Sunshine, Brody Jennings - 3rd (Bronze) Men’s A Double
Blake Mahiney, Corey Milikan - 3rd (Bronze) Men’s C Double
Ian O’Riley, Cooper LaVoy - 1st (Gold) Men’s C Double
Brophy also had representatives at the San Diego Crew Classic with teams from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Australia. The Broncos competed in the They rowed in the Men's Youth 4X Joan Ward Memorial Cup" event with a team including Michael Gonzales, ‘25, Brody Buchanan, ‘25, Luke Chakmakian, ‘25, and Nate Crooks, ‘25.
The team is now gearing up for the Youth District Championships in May.
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