TBJ F5: April 19th
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GAME, SET, MATCH: TENNIS CLAIMS REGIONAL TITLE AHEAD OF STATE
Jesuit Tennis clinched the Region IV Championship today at City Park, edging out Brother Martin. Juniors Leo Congeni and Scott Harper dominated in doubles, securing first place overall with a straight sets victory, 6-2, 7-5, against Brother Martin's premier duo. Senior Noah St. Germain, sophomore JP Costello, and juniors Andrew Cavallino and Gabe Goodson's helped the Jays increase their team standings lead. Seniors Josh Verges and junior Jake Bravo secured significant victories before narrowly missing the semi-final round. With all lines qualifying, Jesuit Tennis prepares for the State Tournament in Monroe on April 25.
CHECKMATE: FR. POLCE, S.J., CROWNED NEW KING OF CHESS
They say that chess is “the game of kings” and after this year’s Mission Drive chess tournament, Jesuit now has a new “king” of chess on campus. Fr. Polce, S.J, defeated two-time defending champion Chad York to take the crown in the charity chess tournament that helped raised money for the people of Kyrgyzstan. Two finalists battled their way through the campus wide bracket knowing that each would await the other if all went to chalk. Despite his defeat, Chad remained in good spirits and looks to reclaim his title next year. Congratulations to both Fr. Polce and Chad York!
Check out the Jesuit Student Life Instagram for more photos.
TITLE TIME: SPRING SPORTS PREP FOR PEP RALLY PRIOR TO PLAYOFFS
It’s that time of year. No, not spring, but championship season. Jesuit’s spring sports are in full swing as they gear up for the playoffs and state title runs. This past week, the golf team advanced to the regional tournament to be held next week in Baton Rouge. Tennis captured the regional title and track finished as back to back district champs on Thursday. Rugby and Lacrosse continue their playoffs this weekend, while baseball takes the field for the their first playoff game next week. To celebrate the spring sports a pep rally is planned for lunch this Friday in Benson Arena. Come out and support your Jays this spring!
Watch the Spring Sports Pep Rally hype video.
SOCIETY SURPRISE: SODALISTS THROW GOODBYE PARTY TO DEPARTING JESUITS
The Blue Jay community will say goodbye to three Jesuits this year as Fr. Polce, S.J., Fr. Kramer, S.J., and Mr. Miraflor, S.J., will depart for their new assignments. But before the three members of the Society of Jesus left Carrollton and Banks, the Sodality of the Immaculate Conception had a plan to properly honor the beloved Jesuits. Under the guise of an important lunchtime meeting, the sodalists secretly planned a surprise party, coordinating their efforts with the advancement team and Fr. Brown, S.J. The three Jesuits were indeed shocked when, instead of walking into a meeting, they were greeted by man students and an entire table of cakes. Thank you to Fr. Polce, Fr. Kramer, and Mr. Miraflor for all that you have done and continue to do here at Jesuit.
Check out more photos from the party here.
TUCKER SCHIBLER NAMED ALL-STATE SUGAR BOWL SCHOLAR ATHLETE
In addition to making the plays on the field, Tucker Schibler has getting after it in the classroom as well. At a special ceremony on April 11th, Tucker was recognized as an All-State Sugar Bowl scholar athlete. Thirty-two high school football players from the local area were acknowledged for their excellence in academics, community involvement, and athletic performance. These honorees were selected from a pool of nominated scholar-athletes in the New Orleans region. At the event, each of the 32 student athletes was individually introduced, with their achievements highlighted. This award is the third academic award for Tucker this year after having previously been awarded the Quarterback Club scholar athlete award and having been featured on WGNO’s “A+ Athletes.”
Watch the full replay of the ceremony on Crescent City Sports.
