SPECIAL: SENIOR ISSUE
Unsung Heroes
These Seniors stood out for their organizations
Josh Anschuetz, Tennis
“A four-year varsity player, a Senior
captain, and an All-State recipient, Josh
brought a toughness with him that was
integral to the success of the team. ”
-Coach Parks
Brendan Danou, Hockey
“Brendan was a vital part of our team
this season. He was our team’s ‘Unsung
Hero,’ which goes to the player that is a
key to the overall success of
the team but doesn’t get all of
the accolades that others may
get. His play and dedication
to Brother Rice Hockey made
him a model student-ath-
lete.”
-Coach Chaput
great leader in running the club.”
-Mrs. Zink
Casmer Johnson, Football
“Casmer is a conscientious and smart
football player who has an excellent mo-
tor. He was a completely selfl ess player,
willing to help the team wherever
needed and, as a result, we could use
him to help the team in many different
situations and positions.”
-Coach K
Jake Farr, Swimming
“Jake is a great athlete (also
the starting soccer goalie)
whose swimming career
is just getting started. He
has unlimited potential as
a swimmer and is going to
make a college coach look
like a genius for recruit-
ing him. He has left quite a
legacy on our team.”
-Coach Venos
and I will miss seeing him every day
and being part of this program.”
-Mrs. Blevins
Jack McNish, Basketball
“Jack was an absolute pleasure to be
around. He attacked every day with
amazing attitude and excitement. Jack
was the heartbeat of our team.”
-Coach Palmer
Lukas Mitrius, Track & Field
“Lukas is competing at a
high level this season, fi nish-
ing in scoring positions in all
of our track meets thus far.
Hopefully, he’ll qualify for
States soon.”
-Coach Young
Jacob Montrose, Baseball
“He’s a great kid and it’s
pretty obvious people like to
be around him. Sometimes
he can go unnoticed, which
for me is good. He’s a hard
worker and always does
what he is asked.”
-Coach Riker
Allan Ngumo, Robotics
“Allan has been a tremen-
dous asset to our team
Charlie Farrar, Quiz Bowl
Gates (second from right) and the DECA team at Cobo Hall and has done a substantial
“Charlie provided solid lead-
amount for the Robotics
ership all season. His dedication to the
community,
as an ambassador for
Daniel Jordan, Wrestling
team throughout his four years at Rice
government
offi cials, helping to run
“Watching Daniel grow both as a wres-
greatly contributed to the success of the
competitions
for grade schoolers, and
tler and a leader of young men these
Quiz Bowl program.”
-Mr. Bumpus
aiding
with
the
set-up and take-down
past two seasons has been truly gratify-
Joe Fortino, Debate
of
high
school
competitions.”
ing as a coach.”
-Coach Desotell
“Low-key leader who brought great
-Ms. Savage
Julian Khemmoro, Soccer
inspiration to the table and motivation
Kevan O’Brien, Cross Country
“I’ve always told players that making
to the younger students.”
“Kevan was a consistent force on our
Varsity
Soccer
at
Brother
Rice
is
an
ac-
-Mr. Walentowicz
team. His work set a tone for the young
complishment. Julian has earned four
Joe Gates, DECA
guys who stepped up [when Kevan was
varsity letters at Rice, so you know that
“Joe’s ‘Business Acumen’ was demon-
injured]. His contributions were vital
he must be a very special player. Jules
strated by high achievement on online
for the success of the whole team, not
has his teammates’ respect not only
assessments and live-role scenarios.
because of his abilities but because of the just a few individuals.”
Through his accomplishments he
-Coach Higdon
way he goes about his business.”
earned DECA’s ‘Award for Excellence.’
-Coach Brodsky Michael Travis, MUN
-Mr. Dyar
“We always appreciated his vast
Gavin King, Choir
Mattei Jacks, Chess Club
“Gavin is such a hard worker and brings knowledge and his work ethic. He was
“Mattei has been a wonderful part of
a great example for our younger mem-
joy to the program and everyone around
the club. He’s enthusiastic and was a
-Mr. Kuschel
him. He is fun, he has a wonderful voice, bers.”
B R OTHE R R IC E H IG H S C H O O L C H I E F TA I N
P AGE 7
S E N I O R I S S U E 2019