Football Wins Dramatic Season Opener at Williams Field
Junior quarterback Rylan Umphrey hit junior Devin Fitzgerald for a 20-yard touchdown with seven seconds left to propel Brophy to a 35-28 win at Williams Field in the season opener.
The Broncos went 76 yards on ten plays to score on their final drive after taking over with 3:22 left in the game. Williams Field had erased a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 28. The final drive included a fourth down run by Case Vanden Bosch with 40 seconds left.
The Broncos rushed for 233 yards on the game, led by Chambers’ 127 yards on 12 carries.
Umphrey, who was making his first career start, scored on a 20-yard run to end the first quarter for a 7-0 lead. He hit Daylen Sharper on the next drive in the second quarter, scoring on a 37-yard strike. Fitzgerald then caught the first of three touchdowns with 1:04 left in the half for a 21-0 advantage.
Williams Field scored right before the half to cut the deficit to 21-6. They added another score in the third, but Brophy blocked the point after attempt to cut the lead to 21-12. Brophy answered with a one-yard pass to Fitzgerald from Umphrey for a 28-12 lead.
Umphrey finished 13-for-17 for 132 yards, four touchdown passes with 31 yards, and a touchdown on the ground. Fitzgerald had five receptions for 57 yards and three touchdowns.
Brophy hosts Regis Jesuit (Colo.) on Friday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. The game will be shown on the Varsity Show on YouTube.
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