Basketball earns third-round game with victory over Westview
Soccer, basketball celebrate break with tournament championships
Three and out: Top four storylines from Brophy vs. Basha
By Erik T. Masingill ’12
THE ROUNDUP
First Down: Broncos’ playoff run comes to early ending
A 32-29 quarterfinal loss to No. 7 Basha at Phoenix College on Thursday, Nov. 10 not only marked the first loss of the season for the Broncos, but also the last game of the year.
This loss also marks the third straight season in which the Broncos have been eliminated from the playoffs in the quarterfinals.
School foundation paves way for future growth
Three and Out: Top four storylines from Brophy vs. St. Mary’s
By Erik T. Masingill ’12
THE ROUNDUP
First Down: Broncos avenge 16-13 loss to St. Mary’s
Last year’s 16-13 loss to the Knights broke the streak of seven consecutive wins for the Broncos. However, St. Mary’s consecutive win streak ended at one after the Broncos’ 63-0 victory Oct. 14.
The 63-point victory is also the highest margin of win for the Broncos throughout every game in the rivalry.
Three and Out: Top four storylines from Brophy vs. Mountain Pointe
By Erik T. Masingill ’12
THE ROUNDUP
First Down: Broncos avenge playoff loss to Mountain Pointe
Last season for the Broncos ended in a second-round playoff defeat to the Pride by a score of 13-12.
However, the teams’ next game against each other Sept. 30 resulted in a Brophy 31-14 win.
Sports medicine contributing to athletic success
By Erik T. Masingill ’12
THE ROUNDUP
Whether the sport is football, baseball, soccer, track, lacrosse, tennis, basketball or anything else, the Sports Medicine squad is there to help and prepare.
Sports Medicine is a Physical Education elective class during seventh and after school taught by athletic trainer Mr. Chris White.
Broncos approach new season with young core
By Ian C. Beck ’12, Erik T. Masingill ’12, Tyler J. Scott ’12 & Michael Moroney ’13
THE ROUNDUP
The 2010 season for the Brophy football team saw changes to their starting quarterback and running back position among others, a rash of season-ending injuries to key players and the adoption of a spread offense.
In 2011, the Broncos will attempt to grow in their second year in the new offensive scheme while welcoming back numerous starters who bring experience to a young group.
Desert Vista’s big fourth quarter too much for Brophy
By Erik T. Masingill ’12
THE ROUNDUP
Leading the majority of the game, the Brophy basketball team was ready to celebrate their eighth victory of the season over the Desert Vista Thunder Jan. 21.
However, the fourth quarter arrived and the Thunder charged from 33 points to 55 points.
The Broncos fought to protect their lead with 17 fourth quarter points, but in the end Desert Vista’s 22-point quarter was enough for a comeback win 55-54.