Winston Perez-Ventura
Winston Perez-Ventura, DPHHS Class of 2017, passed away tragically in the summer of 2017. Words cannot capture the impressive nature of Winston’s personality and character. He was an optimistic, determined, and passionate young man who brought an attitude of extraordinary joy to each day. Whether playing his heart out on the soccer and baseball fields, studying architecture, or simply supporting his family and friends, he brought persistent energy and boundless passion to all of his endeavors. From the start of his time at DPHHS, he made clear his goal of studying architecture at Cornell University. His hard work and optimism allowed him to achieve this goal in the fall of his senior year. Winston will always be remembered for his excellent character and for the immensely positive impact he had on those fortunate enough to have known him.
The Microgrant Fund
To honor Winston’s memory, in 2017, we established the Winston PerezVentura Microgrant Fund. Donations to this fund support our alumni, who work so hard each day towards earning their college diplomas.
In addition, each year, the Bronx Prep/Democracy Prep homecoming basketball game is dedicated to Winston. The money raised by ticket sales go toward providing microgrants to Democracy Prep alumni. Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to Winston’s family, and we appreciate your support in our efforts to honor his legacy.
To support, please visit DemocracyPrep.org/support
Looking Forward
We would like to raise as much money as possible so that we can award microgrants to multiple scholars. We are hoping that in the coming years, we can move the game into a larger venue to attract more fans.
As long as the game is played with pride and passion we are keeping the memory of Winston alive!
2022 Game Scores
DPCHS Girls: 44 | BPHS Girls: 39
DPCHS Boys: 81 | BPHS Boys: 80
Team Rosters
GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL
Bronx Prep High Trailblazers
League: Bronx B III
Head Coach: Shequana Harris
Managers: Alexandra Caminero, Angelina Sanchez
« Agnes Afflade, Junior
« Kade Bah, Sophomore
« Angelina Carvajal, Junior
« Omamomoghene Eziomano, Sophomore
« Aisatou Kabba, Sophomore
« Jasmine Lorenzo Pimente, Junior
« Vanessa Perez, Junior
« Dezire Thomas, Junior
« Shanay Watson, Freshman
Democracy Prep Charter High Dragons
League: Manhattan B III
Head Coach: Walter Flowers
Managers: Aliyah Obeng, Aicha
Moussi, Salimata Gadio
« Janea Allen, Junior
« Iyesia Balde, Senior
« Kylah Brantley, Senior
« Sanaa Clemente, Junior
« Kaelah Edmond, Senior
« Alyssa Gibbs, Sophomore
« Syre Greathouse, Freshman
« Kadija Gueye, Freshman
« Maimouna Gueye, Senior
« Imani Kellman, Sophomore
« Shazia McClendon, Sophomore
« Yanirzy Murillo, Sophomore
« Victoria Nesbeth, Sophomore
« Alynne Ramos, Senior
« Lauren Tyrrell, Senior
« Madison Lorrian Washington
Patt, Senior
BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL
Bronx Prep High Trailblazers
League: Charter School Athletic Association Region 1
Head Coach: Alvin Pratt
Asst. Coaches: Charles Cornelison and Gary Henderson
Managers: Adrian Jenkins Jr., Omar Banks, Sydni Perry, Thelsie Boatering, Angelise Sambula
« Daniel Arthur, Junior
« Aly Bamba, Junior
« Gideon Frimpong, Sophomore
« Mohammed Gaiya, Junior
« Sutton James, Senior
« Abdoulaye Kebbeh, Sophomore
« Amardric Mason, Freshman
« Ronald Mensah, Senior
« Chibueze Nwosu, Senior
« Cam’Ron Parker, Sophomore
« Quinton Thompson, Senior
« London Wheeler, Senior
« Tyrese Williams, Senior
Democracy Prep Charter High Dragons
League: Manhattan B II
Head Coach: Michael Paschal
Managers: Aliyah Obeng, Aicha Moussi, Salimata Gadio
« Jagilhack Ali, Sophomore
« Roland Antwi Agyei, Junior
« Tetteh Attor, Junior
« Nicholas Bennett, Junior
« Sassouna Cisse, Junior
« Swallo Dollee, Senior
« Nima Doukoure, Junior
« Yagub Drammeh, Sophomore
« Adama Kamara, Senior
« Madiagne Niang, Senior
« Moustapha Sarr, Junior
« Balla Sy, Senior
« Moubdiou, Zakari, Senior
