WOLVERINE WIN PUTS GULLIVER IN THEIR SIGHTS
WOLVERINE WIN PUTS GULLIVER IN THEIR SIGHTS
By Jason Vilberg
After a bad start to the season, the Belen Wolverines wasted no time making a statement against the South Miami Cobras, scoring on their opening drive to take early control of the game. Though the offense started a little slow in the first half, the team stayed composed, protected the ball with no interceptions, and steadily built momentum as the game progressed.
RB Angelo Mora-Echeverry opened the scoring, followed by ATH Adrian Navarro finding the end zone on a wide-open play. TE Josh Durran muscled his way through defenders for another touchdown, and QB Jose Batista broke loose for a thrilling 40-yard rushing score that shushed the crowd at Tropical Park. RB Marcelo Perez added two more touchdowns—including a highlight 56-yard run where he broke a tackle and outran the entire Cobra defense—cementing the Wolverines’ dominance. On the defensive side, Belen delivered a statement performance, holding the Cobras scoreless in a 43-0 shutout. S Myles Edison-Trapp came up huge late in the third quarter with a crushing hit stick on Cobras’ QB Blake Suddith to stop a potential big run. Suddith probably had Trapp on his radar by this point, as Trapp had sacked him earlier in the game. DE Gabriel Lacayo also notched a sack, and the
defensive front swarmed the Cobras all night, keeping their offense off balance from start to finish.
Commenting on the performance of the entire team as of late, OL Rafael Scott said:
“I think the team has come together a lot more since both last season and the beginning of this one. As the season’s progressed, we’ve gotten a lot more physical, many younger guys have been stepping into big roles, and I definitely think we trust each other a lot more on the field. The team understands that to move as a unit, all 11 men on both sides of the ball need to do their job, and that each of us needs all of us. As long as we continue to play that way, I think we’ll definitely improve.”
Looking ahead, the Wolverines will face off against the Gulliver Raiders on Thursday, October 16. One of Belen’s longest-standing rivals, the Raiders trail the all-time series 12-7, but they’ve had the upper hand recently, winning the last six matchups.
The Wolverines are determined to turn the tide and reclaim momentum in this storied rivalry. More than just a rivalry, this game represents the last ever home game for our seniors, who hope to mark their Belen career with a win at home. With momentum on their side and history in their favor, the Wolverines are ready to rise to the challenge.
Stand-Out Senior: Adrian Navarro
by Joaquin Salavde
Most players on Belen’s field work to perfect their respective roles on the team. One Wolverine, however, has gone above and beyond to add a little spark of variety to the game of football. Senior Adrian Navarro, well known for his shiftiness, precision, and speed, consistently dominates both the offense and defense-gaining impressive distance as a wide receiver and shutting down plays as a defensive back —and does it all with a smile on his face.
“Being able to play on both sides of the ball is a really fun experience this year since I get to participate in all aspects of the team. There’s really never a dull moment for me.”
Having played football his whole life, the joy he feels between whistles can be seen clear as day throughout his career. He has tried countless roles for his team, notably as a quarterback. Though challenges such as maintaining leadership in service clubs and managing his schoolwork have prevented him from fully testing the limits of his love for football, for his senior year, it is time to go big or go home for the season. In order to make an impact for his last hurrah on the team, he characteristically opted to go big.
“Even though I’ve played quarterback my whole life, I think I found my spark playing wide receiver. Though I’d also say I have definitely found my role on this team as a defensive back. It’s really been fun for me to do that.”
Making a big play during a big game or running sprints during practice evidently doesn’t matter to him —he does it all with his contagious smile on his face. In a game full of power, unity, and seriousness, Navarro constantly adds a shower of positivity to his brothers, which benefits all parties involved.
“I feel like mindset is everything for football. It can get really difficult and even discouraging, so keeping a mindset, seeing the positives, and remembering why I even play the game really helps me see it through.”
His love for the game and his team has shown through his positive attitude and loud per-
sonality, and his interest in football shines on in his wide-ranging style of play. As a threat on both offense and defense, he has definitely made his mark and established himself as a heavy hitter on the tootball team. With a player as versatile as Navarro, the Belen wolverines nave a serious ace in teir pocket.
Wolverines Seniors
2025 Team
Jayden Mcfarlane
Myles-Edison Trapp
Nico Arrieta
Jose Batista
Eduardo Pulles
Nicholas Guede
Sebastian Suniga
Andres Tirse
Gabriel Lacayo
Julian Quijano
Amari Johnson
Alek Jurado
Aiden Rodriguez
Yunier Martinez
Henry Rodenberg
Jorge Marcello Olivella
Marcelo Perez
Gonzalo Lacasa
Francisco Irurita
Danny Garcia
Adriano Cajigas
Jake McFarlin
Cesar Aguado
Giancarlo Morales
Gus Vega
Angelo Mora-Echeverry
Julian de la Osa
Lucas Rovira
Oliver Alonso
Joshua Duran
Marcos Alvarado-Toyos
Milo Figueroa
Lucas Carillo
Jayden Armstrong
Luca Toledo
Nayib Nader
Diego Gurdian
Sebastian Caraballo
Esteban Suarez
Michael Carney
Antonio Franyie
Noah Rodriguez
Connor Cueto
Rafael Castro
Nicolas Succar
Andres Izquierdo
Magdiel Cortez
Richaard Jacques
Francisco Moscoso
Tristan Corral
Marcel Nariño
Micael Guillaume
Belen Jesuit vs. Gulliver Prep Football
Trivia
1. Did you know the nickname of Belen Jesuit’s football team?
2. Did you know the nickname of Gulliver Prep’s football team?
3. Did you know where the rivalry games are usually held?
4. Did you know a recent matchup score between the two schools?
5. Did you know Belen Jesuit tied a school record with a 10–2 season?
6. Did you know Belen Jesuit defeated Gulliver Prep in the state semifinals?
7. Did you know the rivalry often features thrilling last-minute victories?
8. Did you know the rivalry is considered one of the biggest games of the season?
9. Did you know standout players from this rivalry have gone on to play college football?
10. Did you know the rivalry has a lively student and fan atmosphere?
Dennis Obsaint — WR / CB
Champ Smith — FS / WR
Leondrez Leonard — WR / CB
Deandre Leonard — WR / CB
Maurice Gage — OLB / SS
Darriel Cannon — RB / FS
Harvel Jackson — QB
Luc Carroll — WR
Jonathan Walker — QB
Carter Bonilla — OLB / DE
Valentina Pizzorni — QB
Tyler Welty — QB
Jamarquis Reid — WR / DB
Easton McCarthy-Levy — WR / CB
Brendan Beery — QB
Yiannis Kavalekas — DE
Cash Frenz — WR
Melvin Screen — WR / CB
Jacarro Smith — CB
Landon Leys — WR / CB
Ricardo Blondet — WR / DB
Hudson Eisenbud — K
Troy Galembeck Rohr — OLB / RB
Luciano Rodriguez — WR
Harrison Phillips — MLB
Liam Bartoli — WR / DB
Wolverines, Raiders, De La Cruz Stadium, Belen Jesuit’s campus
October 2025 – Gulliver Prep 38, Belen Jesuit 13 2002–2003 season
2009, Belen Jesuit won 19–17
True – some games have been decided in the final minutes
True – it draws students, alumni, and families to the stands
True – several have continued at the collegiate level
True – both schools pack the stands for these games
SPIKE FOR A CURE: DIG PINK ENERGIZES CARROLLTON
By Jason Vilberg
AsOctober begins and fall sets in, one might expect the first hints of browns, yellows, and reds. At Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, however, autumn takes a back seat to just one color: pink. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Carrollton hosts a series of school wide activities for all grade levels, culminating in a pseudo-homecoming volleyball match known as Dig Pink.
On Dig Pink day, every tier of Carrollton’s volleyball program dons pink jerseys to face a similarly pink-clad Ransom Everglades. Even before the first serve, the energy is electric, as students crowd the stands early to cheer on the middle school teams, setting the tone for the night. As the events go on, the ever growing crowd somehow manages to get louder and louder. With every win comes a storming of the court to celebrate with the team.
“The large atmosphere of Dig Pink motivates me to play my best because I’m reminded of the bigger cause,” says junior Megan Smith. “People are gathered to support the fight against breast cancer. When I’m playing at Dig Pink, I feel like I’m joining that fight...l’m digging every ball and fighting for every point so we can beat Ransom.”
Before the Varsity match began, the Cyclones dance team energized the gym with a routine set to Daft Punk songs, even bringing the seniors onto the floor to join in the fun. As the performance ended, the varsity players took over, delivering powerful spikes to the cheers of an overflowing crowd. Although the night ended in a loss for the team, the atmosphere was electric and full of school spirit.
Dig Pink is not just any volleyball game; it’s a reflection of the values and community the school brings that makes it one of the most successful schools in Miami.
