36th Gonzaga DC Classic Program (2025)

GONZAGA DC

CLASSIC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

2

Table of Contents Brackets & Schedule..................................................................................... 4 Welcome from DC Mayor Muriel Bowser................................................. 6 Welcome from Rev. Joseph E. Lingan, S.J................................................ 9 Welcome from DC Classic Committee Chairmen.................................13 John McLaughlin Gonzaga DC Classic Award......................................14 Pedro Arrupe Service Award.....................................................................18 Mike Kelleher Scholar-Athlete Award.....................................................20 School Profiles........................................................................................23-25 Team Photos and Rosters....................................................................27-41 Team Profiles...........................................................................................43-44 Gonzaga Service Programs.................................................................48-49 Tournament Volunteers.............................................................................52 Gonzaga DC Classic Statement of Purpose...........................Back Cover

VISIT THE GONZAGA DC CLASSIC DROP BOX ACCOUNT FOR FREE REAL-TIME PHOTO UPDATES OF THE GAMES GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

3

Friday, December 12

Saturday, December 13

Sunday, December 14

Carmody Center Gonzaga

Carmody Center Gonzaga

Carmody Center Gonzaga

St Joseph's Prep (PA)

Game 1 - 3:15pm Georgetown Prep (MD)

Semi-Final - Game 7 6:45pm

Winner of Game 7

Friendship Tech Prep (DC)

Game 2 - 5:00pm Gonzaga (DC)

Championship Game 5:15pm

Archbishop Wood (PA)

Winner - Champion Second Place

Game 3 - 6:45pm St Andrew's Episcopal (MD) Chaminade (MO)

Semi-Final - Game 8 8:30pm

Winner of Game 8

Game 4 - 8:30pm Loser of Game 7

Whitney Young (IL)

3:30pm

Loser of Game 1

Loser of Game 8

Winner - Third Place Fourth Place

Consolation - Game 5 3:15pm Winner of Game 5

Loser of Game 2

1:45pm Loser of Game 3

Winner of Game 6

Consolation - Game 6 5:00pm

Winner - Fifth Place Sixth Place

Loser of Game 5

Loser of Game 4

12:00pm Loser of Game 6

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

4

Winner - Seventh Place Eighth Place

5

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

6

7

8

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

9

10

11

The Gonzaga Alumni Association Proudly Supports the DC Classic

Great Basketball Supporting Good Works

EAGLES FLY HIGH!

12

GONZAGA FATHERS CLUB Dear Basketball Fans: Welcome to the 36th Annual Gonzaga DC Classic. We are proud to continue this outstanding tradition, bringing together some of the country’s great schools and students for three days of exceptional basketball. What makes this tournament different, however, is its purpose.

This event, which is staffed, promoted, organized, and managed entirely by volunteers, is focused on furthering Gonzaga’s service program. Our slogan—Great Basketball Supporting Good Works—is our objective.

Service is a central part of a Gonzaga education. As fathers of current and former Gonzaga students, we know how important service has been to their education and formation. Over the past 36 years, since DC Classic Chairman Emeritus John McLaughlin and his colleagues founded the tournament, the Gonzaga Fathers Club has donated over $2.1 million toward service programs at Gonzaga College High School. Those donations are thanks to our sponsors and advertisers, many of whom have been with us for many years, the coaches and players who have participated in the tournament, and the fans who have come to see some great basketball.

We are grateful for your attendance. We urge you to support those who support this tournament through advertisements in this program. We hope you enjoy the games, and we wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas season.

Sincerely, Gonzaga Fathers Club President George Sifaks

Gonzaga DC Classic Tournament Chairmen Joe McPherson Mike Williams

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

13

Congratulations to the Winner of the 2025 John McLaughlin Gonzaga DC Classic Award

BRIAN COLL Thank you, Brian, for all you have done — and continue to do —

Joe McPherson

14

Mike Williams

The Monument Group at Wells Fargo Advisors is proud to support

Team members from left: Luis Garcia, Client Associate; Katie Fleiss, Financial Consultant; Nicholas Rizzi, Client Associate; Lisa Elbert, Financial Advisor; Matthew Back, Client Associate; Paula Heichel, Financial Advisor; Tripp Shreves, Managing Director Investments; Matthew Carroccio, Managing Director - Investments; Brandon Hines, Senior Vice President - Investments; Julia McIntire, Senior Registered Client Associate; Patrick Sopko, Client Associate; Camille Meeks Stevens, Senior Registered Client Associate; Connor Fleury, Financial Consultant; Christopher Malay, Senior Registered Client Associate

The Monument Group at Wells Fargo Advisors 1700 K Street NW, Suite 875 Washington, D.C. 20006 http://www.themonumentgroup.wfadv.com Direct: 202-861-4517

Investment and Insurance Products: • NOT FDIC Insured • NO Bank Guarantee • MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. ©2024 Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC. PM- 05082027-8586549.1.1

15

GEOFF 78 | COURTNEY 75 | MARK 74 | WILLIAM 71

MALLOY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP PROUDLY SUPPORTS

ALEXANDRIA | CHARLOTTESVILLE | WINCHESTER MALLOY.COM

16

A GOURMET DELICATESSEN Caterers Party Platters Lasagna Tortellinii Gnocchi Cavatelli Fresh Pasta Cannoli Rum Cake Italian Entreés Homemade Mozzarella Groceries Ices Italian Coldcuts & Fresh Sausage “Philadelphia Style Italian Subs & Sandwiches”

One of the Areas Largest Selections of Italian Wines Open Daily & Sundays 703-528-6266 3123 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA (Lyon Village Shopping Center) 5837 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 17

PEDRO ARRUPE SERVICE AWARD Pat Williams, Class of 1977 In 2007, the Gonzaga Fathers Club established the Gonzaga DC Classic Pedro Arrupe Award to honor a graduate who exemplifies living out the Jesuit ideals. The award is named for Father Pedro Arrupe, SJ, who championed the formation of "men for others" through social justice and service. The awardee is selected by school leadership and honored during one of the Gonzaga tournament games. The Gonzaga Fathers Club and DC Classic Tournament Committee are proud to present the 2025 Pedro Arrupe Award to Mr. Pat Williams.

Pat Williams

A 1977 Gonzaga graduate and native of Chevy Chase (DC), Pat’s childhood exposure to both sports and Washington-area Catholic schools turned into a lifetime of service centered around the same.

Educated on Eye Street and then the University of Maryland, Pat went onto to work professionally in multiple government administrations and in the technology and telecommunications industry in the city. Notably, even while his professional career was starting, Pat was also starting on his life-long avocation of youth sports.

Shortly after graduating college, and before having children of his own, Pat began coaching CYO teams at his childhood parish of Blessed Sacrament Parish in DC. His specialty was basketball where his coaching style focused on defense and camaraderie. Pat eventually transferred his time and talents to Holy Redeemer Parish in Kensington, coaching his own children and many more. Over his decades of service, Pat was a presence both courtside and in the hearts of the teams and families that benefited from his leadership.

He is deserving 2016 inductee into the Catholic Business Network Youth Coaches Hall.

Pat remains close to the Gonzaga community while keeping service and faith front and center in his life. The Gonzaga Fathers Club and School Community thanks Pat for demonstrating how we can all be “men for others”, and we congratulate him on this deserving award. AMDG.

THE COLL FAMILY Brian, Carol, Addison ‘13 and Ethan ‘20 are Proud to Sponsor the Seventeenth Annual Gonzaga DC Classic Pedro Arrupe Service Award HEARTFELT GRATITUDE for Pat Williams His dedication and contribution to public service truly make him a “Man for Others”

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

18

Proud to Support The 36th Annual Gonzaga DC Classic GO EAGLES! 19

M I K E K E L L E H E R S T U D E N T- A T H L E T E A W A R D Callahan Smith, Class of 2026 The 2025 Mike Kelleher Award honors a Gonzaga senior student-athlete who excels in academics, sports, and service, embodying the ideal of a “Man for Others.” This year’s recipient is Callahan Smith, Class of 2026.

Callahan entered the soccer program as a sophomore with no prior experience as a goalie. Through determination and hard work, he rose to become the senior-year starter, leading his team to a WCAC Championship. He is also a three-year member of the Rugby Program and has played Varsity for the past two seasons. As Coach Devon Leary ’06 shared, “In my 13 years of service at Gonzaga, Callahan Smith stands out as a true student-athlete. It is an honor to be a part of his story!”

Academically, Callahan has taken one of Gonzaga’s most rigorous course loads—five AP classes as a senior after four as a junior, preceded by nearly all honors courses—and has earned First Honors each year.

His commitment to service is equally strong. He participated in the Emmitsburg Immersion, the McKenna Center Immersion, and a trip to Ecuador—three transformative experiences that reflect his dedication to faith, justice, and solidarity. He also volunteers regularly at the McKenna Center. Assistant Director of Campus Ministry Vince Rizzo noted, “Callahan may be one of the only students to ever do three different immersion trips. He is a big-time friend of the campus ministry program!” Callahan is active in leadership and ministry as a member of the Ignatian Leadership Team, a Student Government representative, and an altar server. After attending Kairos last year, he returned as a student leader. Known for his warmth, positivity, and genuine care for others, Callahan is a beloved presence in the Gonzaga community.

The Scanlan Family In Memory of Jake, ‘13 Is Proud To Sponsor The Mike Kelleher Scholar-Athlete Award

CONG RATULATIONS TO Callahan Smith Take, Lord, receive, all I have and possess. You have given all to me. Now I return it.

Give me only your love and your grace—that’s enough for me. − St. Ignatius

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

20

STAY & DISCOVER

Holiday Inn Capitol is one of Washington, DC’s most popular hotels Stay and discover a location, amenities, and value that can’t be beat

All under one roof

So close to the best of Washington, DC: 1 block

• 536 guest rooms equipped with refrigerators, Keurig® coffee makers, wall-mounted LCD TVs, and built-in wall safes

National Air & Space Museum, L’Enfant Plaza Metro Station, Museum of the Bible, Eisenhower Memorial 2 – 8 blocks

• Executive floor with upgraded amenities

National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Museums, US Capitol, Holocaust Museum, The District Wharf

• 296 double queen bed sleeping rooms with bathtubs • 233 king bed sleeping rooms with shower stalls

1–2 miles

National African American History & Culture Museum, World War II Memorial, White House, MLK Jr. Memorial, Washington Monument, Capital One Arena, Convention Center

• Free Wi-Fi in all guest rooms and lobby areas • Capitol Bistro serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner • 21st Amendment Bar & Grill serving lighter fare, craft beers, signature cocktails, popular wines and live music weeknights

4 miles

Kennedy Center, Georgetown

• Full service Starbucks® Coffee shop in lobby • Convenient Market in the lobby area for snacks and supplies • Rooftop experience complete with 24/7 large workout area, seasonal pool, sun deck, and pool bar • 10,000 square feet of function space for group events

550 C Street, SW | Washington DC 20024 202.479.4000 1.800.HOLIDAY

hicapitoldc.com | holidayinn.com

HOLIDAY INN CAPITOL | WASHINGTON DC 21

Herb Palm, ‘70 Tommy McCloskey, ’99 Lance Ford, Proud Dad of Connor Ford,‘09 Brendan Gilday, ’12 Brad Whitaker, ’18

• Facility Management • Janitorial • Maintenance Engineers • Construction Cleaning • Power Washing

22

Archbishop Wood Catholic High School

Chaminade College Preparatory School

Within a Catholic community, Archbishop Wood High School provides a comprehensive, college-preparatory curriculum enhanced by spiritual, service, and extra-curricular experiences that will enable all students to be productive, responsible Christians in a technologically complex, rapidly changing world.

Chaminade College Preparatory School is an independent Catholic School for young men in Grades 6-12. The school bears the name of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, a priest who founded the Society of Mary (Marianists).

SCHOOL PROFILE

SCHOOL PROFILE

The school maintains an active relationship with this Society and is committed to the most fundamental traits of Marianist spirituality.

These include a deep sense of “faith of the heart,” a deep sense of “community” and a deep sense of “mission.”

Located in Warminster Township, Bucks County, Pa, the school is named to honor the memory of the Most Reverend James F. Wood, the fifth Bishop of Philadelphia and its first Archbishop. Opened in 1964 as twin, single-sex facilities to serve the youth of Central and Upper Bucks County along with areas of Eastern Montgomery County, Pa., the schools merged in 1990.

It is the school’s Marianist roots that cause it to emphasize growth in faith, the development of the whole person, and the cultivation of Gospel values in a nurturing environment. Our students are challenged to maximize the potential of all the gifts and talents which God has placed in each individual and to cultivate human values in the person and figure of Christ the “Perfect man.” The education at Chaminade is much more than an academic undertaking; it is an endeavor that encompasses all aspects of the young man’s being.

Today, this vibrant educational community boasts a well-deserved reputation for Catholic formation and academic excellence. Under the guidance and direction of dedicated administration, faculty and staff, both lay and religious, Archbishop Wood strives to provide the highest level of academic achievement with pride in the school’s Catholic mission of service to its students and their families.

Chaminade’s athletic history dates all the way back to our founding in 1910. For over 100 years, we have believed that educating a young man happens both inside and outside of the classroom. We compete in the Metro Catholic Conference (MCC), the most competitive conference in the area, in over 20 sports across grade levels 6th – 12th.

Friendship Tech Preparatory High School

Georgetown Preparatory School

Friendship Technology Preparatory Academy is a college preparatory high school serving over 325 students in grades 9-12. Under the umbrella of Friendship Public Charter School, Friendship Tech Prep offers a secondary STEM program that provides multiple opportunities for students to develop skills in science, technology, engineering and math through a robotics program, engineering classes, handson science curriculum, and the use of technology such as iPads and Smartboards.

Founded in 1789, Georgetown Preparatory School is America’s oldest Catholic boarding and day school for young men. Georgetown Prep is an independent, Jesuit, college preparatory school for grades 9-12. Located in North Bethesda, Maryland, the school enjoys the cultural and historic resources of the metropolitan Washington, D.C., area. Both Georgetown Prep and Georgetown University sprang from the vision of the remarkable John Carroll, the first bishop of Baltimore. Carroll regarded the school as critical to the future of the Catholic Church in the United States. Several themes recur throughout Georgetown Prep’s history. Most importantly, the Jesuits of Georgetown regarded the Christian formation of students as their primary mission.

SCHOOL PROFILE

SCHOOL PROFILE

At Friendship Tech Prep students benefit from advanced placement and honors courses, as well as Career Academy courses that provide pathways in technology, science, engineering, law, and communication arts. Tech Prep has high graduation and college acceptance rates.

Knowledge and skills, although important, were approached as means to an end: the knowledge and love of God. The highly structured curriculum emphasized study of the classics as a means of disciplining the mind, imbibing the wisdom of the ancients, and developing eloquentia or facility in speaking and writing. Religious and ethnic pluralism also characterized the preparatory school. From its inception, Georgetown Prep accepted students from foreign countries and from religious traditions other than Roman Catholic. The aim of the Prep community is to provide young men not only with knowledge but also with the spiritual, moral, and aesthetic values which will prepare them for a life of high achievement, community service, and personal fulfillment. This year, Georgetown Prep celebrates its 236th year of forming Men for Others.

Friendship Tech Prep is preparing students for higher education and the career of their choice by ensuring mastery of skills, knowledge, and tools needed to succeed in the 21st-century green global economy. Our green school focus ensures that each member of the Tech Prep community learns to make environmentally conscious decisions and gains the experience to design and develop green products.

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

23

CONGRATULATIONS GONZAGA DC CLASSIC FOR 36 GREAT YEARS

PAST PRESIDENTS GONZAGA FATHERS CLUB Randy Stone, Brian Miller, Michael Dunn, Pat Cooney, Grant Palmer, Brigen Winters, Brian Knapp, Richard Donohoe, Terrence Caulfield, Bob Powers, Mark Johannesen, Al Jackson, Ken Abod, Gerry Nolan, Jerry O’Neill, David Armstrong, John Treseler, Jim Hanagan, Lance Ford, Stephen Ryan, Thomas McGlynn, Mark Ruge, James Smith, John Beattie, Richard Jordan, Richard Cullerton, J Patrick Glynn, Paul Warren, Raymond Farkas, John McLaughlin, Francis Coleman, Mike Murray, Dick Browne 24

Gonzaga College High School

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal School

The oldest all-boys school in Washington, DC, Gonzaga has a rich legacy that stretches back more than 200 years. Over the course of that history, Gonzaga has demonstrated and reaffirmed a deep commitment to Jesuit education. And it has chosen to do so in the heart of the inner city on a street shared with leaders of business and government.

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school for grades Preschool - 12.

The mission of St. Andrew’s is to know and inspire each child in an inclusive community dedicated to teaching, learning and service.

St. Andrew’s emphasizes a supportive atmosphere and believes that the development of each individual’s potential, personal integrity, and sense of self-worth encourages each to live a creative and compassionate life.

SCHOOL PROFILE

SCHOOL PROFILE

Today Gonzaga’s downtown location is one of the many reasons for our success. Three blocks from the Union Station Metro, Gonzaga draws students from all over the Washington area. Our location also reinforces our commitment to service. Located on Gonzaga’s campus, The Father McKenna Center is a Catholic social service agency serving men struggling with homelessness.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School’s Upper, Middle, and Intermediate Schools are located on a 20 - acre campus in the suburban community of Potomac, Maryland, approximately 15 miles from the District of Columbia. A 75,000 square foot classroom building features state-of-the-art classrooms, science and technology laboratories, a two-story library, a media center and combined theater and assembly hall. The center of St. Andrew’s campus is home to a 43,000 - square-foot Student Center. This state-of- the-art building includes two gyms, a fitness center, multiple locker rooms, and a new athletic training space, and serves as the home of THE CENTER for TRANSFORMATIVE TEACHING & LEARNING at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School. The Center leads the school’s effort to integrate the latest in neuro-educational research and Mind, Brain, and Education Science into the classroom. St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is a fully accredited by the Association of Independent Schools, Maryland State Department of Education, and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

With a total enrollment of approximately 960, Gonzaga annually awards more than $4 million in financial aid to over 35% of its students. Learning opportunities abound on Eye Street through the availability of over 100 honors and AP sections, and our students are well prepared for college and beyond. Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of athletics and other extra-curricular activities. With 18 sports offered, and 41 athletic teams, more than 80% of our students participate in a sport each year.

Our commitment to spirituality and social service is realized annually by over 700 students who participate in Kairos and other class retreats, and through over 20,000 student hours spent in service locally, nationally, and internationally.

Saint Joseph’s Preparatory School

Whitney Young High School

The mission of St. Joseph’s Prep—a Catholic, Jesuit, urban, college preparatory school—is to develop students’ minds, hearts, souls, bodies, and character in their pursuit of becoming men for and with others. For nearly 175 years, St. Joseph’s Preparatory School has partnered with families throughout the Delaware Valley to support young men on their journey to become caring leaders in their communities, our city and the world.

Whitney M. Young Magnet High School (WY), “Where Academic Excellence is the Standard,” has a tradition of academic excellence and ethnic and cultural diversity. Located in a contemporary facility just north of the University of Illinois at Chicago, and ranked as one of the top public high schools in the United States, WY offers a very rigorous college preparatory curriculum. The Magnet High School Program educates approximately 2,164 students from grades 9-12, and the Academic Center educates approximately 271 students in grades 7-8. Both programs require special application and entrance testing. WY’s Special Education Department offers services for over 250 students with disabilities. Drawing students from throughout Chicago, the school is a microcosm of the entire city.

SCHOOL PROFILE

SCHOOL PROFILE

The Prep has over 900 students in grades 9-12 from 170 zip codes, and a 100% college acceptance rate. Our students are known, cherished, and challenged to become the men that God created them to be. Young men choose The Prep for top-tier academics, commitment to service, robust student life, spiritual formation, championship athletics, unparalleled college prep and brotherhood for life in Prep Nation.

WY partners with both Loyola University and the Chicago City Colleges Dual Credit programs, and offers opportunities for students to take college courses while in high school, earning both high school and college credit. The curriculum emphasizes preparation in all core subject areas, offering a total of 266 courses including 33 AP classes and 88 Honors classes.

Like all schools in the global Jesuit Network, the Prep fosters intellectual development and cultivates moral and spiritual growth. At the Prep, our Ignatian heritage and Philadelphia location thoroughly prepare young men for their next journey. Our students go out from 17th and Girard embodying the characteristics of the Profile of a Graduate at Graduation: academically ambitious, open to growth, loving, religious and committed to social justice.

The school encourages the development of the whole student with a vibrant array of performing and fine arts programs and a 130-member full-time faculty. Virtually all WY students are accepted at fouryear universities. Every year WY students exceed in academics, athletics, and artistic team and individual challenges. The school offers over 150 clubs/activities and 36 interscholastic sports teams. EVERY WY student can find an activity to join and enjoy.

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

25

26

Archbishop Wood Catholic High School W A R M I N S T E R , PA

Front Row (left to right): Malakhi Warren, Caleb Lundy, Brady MacAdams, Brian Donahue, Jaydn Jenkins Back Row (left to right): Dylan Powell, Kyiien Strong, Mason McGuire, Gavin Tumelty, Finn McGuire Not Pictured: Pat Breslin

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

Grade Class

0 Dylan Powell

G

6'0"

So.

2028

1 Kyiien Strong

G

6'0"

So.

2028

2 Caleb Lundy

G

6'4"

Jr.

2027

3 Gavin Tumelty

G

6'4"

Fr.

2029

4 Finn McGuire

G

5'10"

So.

2028

10 Pat Breslin

G

6'0"

Jr.

2027

11 Jaydn Jenkins

F

6'10"

Jr.

2027

14 Malakhi Warren

F

6'4"

Jr.

2027

20 Brian Donahue

F

6'4"

Sr.

2026

22 Mason McGuire

G

6’5”

Fr.

2029

23 Brady MacAdams

G

6'4"

Sr.

2026

President: Mr. John S. Iannerilli ’82 Principal: Dr. Katherine Nobles Athletic Director: Mrs. Susan O'Neill ’85 Head Coach: John Mosco Assistant Coaches: Ed McCormick ’81, Joe Dougherty, Lamar Kimble, Mike Jordan, Shane Kelley, Tom Boyd Manager: Colin Dufner Nickname: The Vikings School Colors: Green, white and gold Conference: Philadelphia Catholic League Website: https://www.archwood.org/

Team Page & Schedule:

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

27

28

Chaminade College Preparatory School S T. L O U I S , M O

Front Row ( L to R) Elijah Poniewaz, Logan Chalmers, Luke Jordan, Isaac Newman, Tricy Collins, Jonny Jordan, Donovan Irving, August Banks Back Row (L to R) Kevin Burroughs-Neeley, Jesiah Buchanan, Mohamed Kourouma, Kevin Ju, Oskar Kuzman, Vance Weber, Elijah Trinidad-Boyd

# Name

Pos. Ht.

0 August Banks

G

6’2”

2 Jonny Jordan

G

6’2"

1 Donovan Irving 3 Tricy Collins

4 Isaac Newman 5 Luke Jordan

10 Oskar Kuzman

12 Jesiah Buchanan

13 Elijah Trinidad-Boyd

G

2027

Sr.

2026

So.

G

5’10"

Sr.

G

6’3”

G F

G

6’2” 6’6”

So.

6’8”

So.

6’0"

So.

6’5”

25 Elijah Poniewaz

G

6’0"

32 Kevin Ju

F

6’10”

G

Jr.

6’3”

F F

Fr.

So.

20 Vance Weber

14 Kevin Burroughs-Neeley G

Sr.

6’4

6’3”

31 Logan Chalmers

Jr.

6’2”

G

24 Mohamed Kourouma

Grade Class

Jr. Fr.

So. Fr.

Head of School: Dr. Todd Guidry Athletic Director: Mr. Kevin Wehner Head Coach: Frank Bennett Assistant Coaches: Graham Imming, Jonathan Jordan, Lamar Colvin, Michael Thomas Head Trainer: Scott Kugler Mascot: Red Devils School Colors: Red and White Location: St. Louis, Missouri Website: https://www.chaminade-stl.org/

2028 2026 2026 2029 2027 2028 2027 2028 2029 2028

Team Page & Schedule:

2028 2028 2029

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

29

UNITED BANK IS PROUD TO SUPPORT THE GONZAGA DC CLASSIC Over 185 years ago, United Bank established a banking tradition of providing excellence in service to the people and communities we serve. This commitment and our safe, sound and secure practices have guided us throughout our history.

Tim Veith ‘76 Matthew Kerns ‘15 Peter Mulholland ‘16 Andrew Gonella ‘19 William Mullally ‘20

30

Friendship Technology Preparatory High School W A S H I N GTO N , D C

Front Row: (L to R): Anthony Ivey, Eric Thompson, Christopher Smith, Dwayne Shackleford, Paul Jackson, Kaprice James, Johnny Walker Standing: (L to R): Julius Brown, Ukweli Woods, Donnell Gray, Cayden Morrison, Malik Shackleford, Eric Ndaka, Corey Sutton, Michael Jones-Lloyd, Julian Ashe, Kam Milam, Khadir Johnson, Ricardo James, Alijah Akpan

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

Grade Class

0 Alijah Akpan

PG

6'0"

Sr.

2026

1 Malik Shackleford

G/F

6'4"

Sr.

2026

2 Ukweli Woods

PG

6'0"

Jr.

2027

3 Michael Jones-Lloyd

F

6'8"

Jr.

2027

4 Julius Brown

PG

5'11"

So.

2028

5 Jason Williams Jr

G/F

6'6"

Jr.

2027

10 Khadir Johnson So.

G/F

6'5"

So.

2028

11 Eric Ndaka

G/F

6'5"

Jr.

2027

12 Julian Ashe

F

6'7"

Sr.

2026

13 Cayden Morrison

G

6'4"

So.

2028

15 Ricardo James

F

6'3"

Sr.

2026

20 Donnell Gray

F

6'3"

Sr.

2026

22 Kam Milam

G

6'4"

So.

2028

23 Amari Bandale

F

6'5"

Jr.

2027

President: Mr. Donald L Hense Principal: Ms. Kun Ye Booth Director of Athletics: Mr. Dwayne Shackleford Head Coach: Dwayne Shackleford Assistant Coaches: Johnny Walker, Eric Thompson, Paul Jackson, Christopher Smith, Anthony Ivey Head Trainer: Kaprice James Manager: Tristen Headspeath Mascot: Titans School Colors: Blue, Grey, White and Black Conference: PCSAA Website: www.friendshipschools.org/schools/tech-prep-high

Team Page & Schedule:

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

31

GO GONZAGA

Good luck Seniors!

Patrick Judge ‘95 In Loving Memory of Pat Scott ‘87

32

Georgetown Preparatory School NORTH BETHESDA, MD

Front Row: (Coach) Jared Bynum, (Manager) Nicholas McBride, Dylan McGriff, Beckham Hedequist, Jarrard Desire, Evan Edwards, Rafa Monaro, Cole Frye, (Coach) Larry Gray, (Coach) Joe Patterson Back Row: (Coach) Eric Johnson, Nick Grossman, Aryan Bhaskar, Kyle Davis, Sinan Huan, (Head Coach) Howard Blue, Majok Aguek, Selim Yalcin, Cole Pierre-Louis, Ethan King, (Manager) Connor Grannan Not Pictured (Manager) Carleone Eyombo-Bella

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

0 Kyle Davis

G/F

6'6

Jr.

2027

2 Beckham Hedquist

G

6'4

So.

2028

4 Evan Edwards

PG

6'

Jr.

10 Selim Yalcin

G

6'7

F

6'6

So.

PG

5'11

Fr.

F

6'5

1 Jarrard Desire

3 Aryan Bhaskar 5 Cole Frye

11 Ethan King

12 Cole Pierre-Louis

PG F

PG G

13 Sinan Huan

F/C

20 Rafa Monaro

F

15 Dylan McGriff 21 Nick Grossman 35 Majok Aguek

F/C

6'

6'6

Grade Class Jr. Jr.

6'

So.

6'3

Fr.

7'1 6'3 7'1

Jr.

Sr. Sr.

So. So.

President: Rev. James R. Van Dyke, SJ. Headmaster: John Glennon Jr. Athletic Director: Daniel Paro Head Coach: Howard Blue Coaches: Larry Gray, Eric Johnson, Joseph Patterson, Darryl Norris, Jared Bynum Trainer: Jamel Jones Managers: Carleone Eyombo-Bella, Connor Grannan, Nicholas McBride Mascot: Hoyas Colors: Blue and Gray Location: 10900 Rockville Pike, N. Bethesda, MD Conference: Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC) Website: https://www.gprep.org/

2027 2027 2027 2028 2027 2029 2028 2026 2029 2026

Team Page & Schedule:

2028 2028

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

33

Gonzaga College High School W A S H I N GTO N , D C

Front Row: Aiden Williams, Torrance Farrington, Dylan Higginbotham, Chase Hogg, Chase Peterson, Jacob Williams, Matteo Jones Back Row: Matthew Wilbon (Player/Manager), Phinneas BonSalle, Dave Mbuyamba, Patrick Shime, Jahlil Waheed, Jack Lynch, Allen Mbuyamba, Axton Scott

# Name

Pos. Ht.

0 Torrance Farrington, Jr.

G

2 Chase Peterson

G 5' 11"

1 Matteo Jones 3 Axton Scott

4 Jacob Williams

5 Allen Mbuyamba

G G G F

5' 7"

Grade Class Sr.

2026

Sr.

2026

6' 0"

So.

6' 0

Fr.

6' 2"

Jr.

6' 4"

Sr.

6' 7"

So.

13 Jahlil Waheed

G/F 6' 6"

So.

21 Dylan Higgenbotham

G

Fr.

23 Phinn BonSalle

F

10 Chase Hogg

G 5' 11"

12 Aidan Williams

G

11 Patrick Shime

15 Jack Lynch

22 Matthew Wilbon

24 Dave Mbuyamba

F

5' 8"

Jr.

Sr.

C

6' 5"

F

6' 4"

Jr.

F/C 6' 7"

So.

5' 9" 6' 5"

Jr.

Jr.

President: Rev. Joseph E. Lingan, S.J. Headmaster: Tom Every II Assistant Headmaster for Student Life: Jim Kilroy Athletic Director: Terry Kernan, Jr. Asst. Athletic Directors: Greg Ladd, John Thompson Head Coach: Keith Urgo Assistant Coaches: Al Elliot, Lape Oriola, Sutter Urgo, Rodney Gould, Aaron Moody Managers: Matthew Wilbon, William Carraccio, Andrew Gaenzler, Gabe Buckley, James Campione Strength and Conditioning Coach: Marcus Taylor Trainer: Penny Lynch Location: Washington, DC Website: www.gonzaga.org

2028 2029 2027 2026 2027 2028 2026 2028 2027 2029

Team Page & Schedule:

2027 2027 2028

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

34

GONZAGA DC CLASSIC CONTRIBUTING PATRONS

RICHARD BANGS ANDREW BON SALLE TOPHER CUSHMAN ROBERT ENGLESTAD STEVE GAENZLER

TREY HARDIN RICK JOHNSTON SAM & PETER KILEY PAM & DENNIS LUCEY DAVID STOCKWELL DANIEL LYNN

ERIC MILITO JOHN OH MACKIE FAMILY RANDY STONE ‘90 JONES TALLENT

Great basketball supporting good works!

Camino of Maryland 2026 Thank you for supporting Gonzaga and the 35th Annual DC Classic.

June 8 - June 21, 2026 14 Days - 218 Miles

Daily Masses & Rosaries

Continuing 1500 Years of Catholic Camino Traditions

The Camino of Maryland is a 14-day walking pilgrimage that takes you on an unforgettable journey from Point Lookout, MD to the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, MD. This 218-mile trek takes you through the beautiful landscapes of Maryland, the nation’s capital, and exploring how Maryland's unique relationship with all faith traditions, particularly the Catholic faith tradition and education, has come to help shape Maryland's culture. Our mission is to not only provide a unique experience of physical and spiritual growth, but to also foster an environment of friendship, understanding, and appreciation of the beauty that surrounds us. The Camino-MD is organized by Rich McPherson and James McPherson, relatives of Joseph & Rocco McPherson (both Class of 2028). Duc in Altum - AMDG!

Thank you to Gonzaga College High School and St. Aloysius Church for being our third Waypoint on Camino Day 9 (June 16, 2026 16.5 miles)!

Do you Camino?

Visit www.camino-md.org 35

Legal Counsel to the Alternative Investment CommunitySM Washington, DC

Denver, CO

Proud Supporters of the Gonzaga DC Classic We are honored to support Gonzaga’s commitment to excellence, both on and off the court.

A E O G

!

S E GL

Billy ‘94

BU C K & A S S O C . , I N C . R E A LTO R S 2 5 1 9 W i l s o n B l v d . , A r l i n g t o n , VA 2 2 2 0 1 (703) 528-2288 36

Saint Andrew's Episcopal School POTOMAC, MD

Front Row (L-R): Damon Nelson, Devin Wingfield, Karon Bailey, Josh Sternberg, James Huang, Truett Engel, Back Row (L-R): Kirubel Solomon, Max Raue, Sifeng Hoan, Matt Strasnick, Jason Kornegay, Ikaia Sithole Not pictured: Jayson Peterson, Cash Golden

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

1 Damon Nelson

G

6' 2"

3 Max Raue

F

Grade Class Jr.

2027

6' 5"

So.

2028

G

5' 10"

So.

13 Kirbel Solomon

G

6' 1"

Jr.

20 Matt Strisnick

F

2 Karon Bailey

G

5 Devin Wingfield

G

12 Ikaia Sithole

F

10 Josh Sternberg

15 Jason Kornegay 21 Cash Golden 24 Truett Engel

F F F

30 James Huang

G

34 Steve Hoan

F

32 Jayson Peterson

F

6' 0" 6' 3" 6' 2" 6' 3"

Sr. Jr.

So. Fr.

6' 4"

Sr.

6' 4"

Jr.

6' 4" 6' 2" 6' 8"

6' 10"

Jr. Jr.

Sr. Sr.

Head of School: Athletic Director: Head Coach: Assistant Coaches:

Robert Kosasky Kevin Jones Kevin Jones Damion Burke, Justin Carter, Derrick Harvey, Kody Mayers Head Athletic Trainer: Sean Hurney Nickname: Lions School Colors: Red and White Conference: Mid-Atlantic Athletic Conference Website: https://www.saes.org/

2026 2027 2028 2028 2027 2029 2026 2027 2027 2027

Team Page & Schedule:

2026 2026

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

37

Saint Joseph's Preparatory School P H I L A D E L P H I A , PA

Front Row (L-R): Justin McKie, Gabe Pennington, Jayden Howlett, Amir Worrell, Luke Maransky, Alonzo Ellis, Atlee Harvey Back Row: Myles Peterson, Julian McKie, Robby Andrews, Julien O'Hanlon, Will Lesovitz, Theron Morris, Collin Hartz, Kevin O’Connell, Nate Finn

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

Grade Class

0 Luke Maransky 1 Justin McKie

G G

6'0" 6'3"

So. So.

2028 2028

3 Myles Peterson

G

6'4"

Jr.

2027

5 Kevin O'Connell

F

2 Julian McKie

4 Jayden Howlett

F

6'5"

G

5'10"

10 Collin Hartz

G

6'1"

12 Amir Worrell

G

11 Alonzon Ellis 13 Gabe Pennington 21 Theron Morris

G G F

6'5"

So. Jr. Jr.

Sr.

6'1"

So.

5'7"

So.

5'7" 6'6"

Sr.

22 Robby Andrews

G

24 Atlee Harvey

F

6'10"

So.

F

6'9'

So.

23 Will Lesovitz

35 Julien O'Hanlon 45 Nate Finn

G F

5'9"

So.

6'4" 6'6"

Sr. Sr. Sr.

President: John Marinacci Principal: John McCaul Athletic Director: Bryan Ghee Head Coach: Chris Clark Assistant Coaches: Riley Burns, Mark Hueber, Randy Monroe, Earl Brown, Chris Chaney Head Trainer: Anthony Rodriguez Nickname: The Prep / “Prep” Mascot: Hawk School Colors: Crimson & Gray Conference: PIAA League: Philadelphia Catholic League Website: www.sjprep.org

2028 2027 2027 2026 2028 2028 2028 2026 2026 2026

Team Page & Schedule:

2028 2026 2028

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

38

GO GONZAGA!

Latham & Watkins proudly supports Gonzaga DC Classic

Michael Egge LW.com

The Kelly-Neary Family Chris, Denise, Sean (’09) and Meg

G O G ONZAGA E AGLES !

Best Wishes and Good Luck to the 2025-2026 G ONZAGA E AGLES from the O’Brien Family

Kevin, Linda, Sean ‘02 Pat ‘03, Alana & Katie 39

The Gonzaga Mothers Club proudly oudly supports the

DC Classic

Go Eagles! www.gonzaga.org/parents/gonzaga-mothers-club www.instagram.com/gonzagamothers

www.facebook.com/gonzagamothers

POST-GAME PIZZAS Compliments of

Taste the LEDO Difference...

40

Whitney Young High School C H I C AG O, I L

Left to Right: Noah Emmanuel, John Spellers, Zaire Green, Elijah Grevious, Mason Spicer, Ed Williams, Jaivyn Richardson, Marquis Clark, Asa Commodore, London Rome, Aamir Smith, TJ Jamison, Caden Crudup, Anton Lee-Kevin, Caleb Rich

# Name

Pos.

Ht.

0 TJ Jamison

G

6'5"

2 Zaire Green

G

6'2"

1 Jaivyn Richardson 3 Marquis Clark 4 Ed Williams

5 Elijah Grevious

10 Asa Commodore 13 Mason Spicer

15 Noal Emmanuel 20 Caden Crudup

21 Anton Lee-Kevin 24 Caleb Rich

25 London Rome 32 John Spellers 44 Aamir Smith

G G G G

Grade Class Fr.

2029

Jr.

2027

5'8"

So.

6'2"

Sr.

6'3"

Sr.

6'0"

Fr.

6'0"

Jr.

G

5’10”

F

6'9"

Jr.

6’6”

Jr.

G F F

G G F

G

6'4" 6'1" 6'3" 6'5" 6'2"

Jr.

Jr. So. So. Sr.

So.

2028 2026 2027 2026 2027

Principal: Athletic Director: Head Coach: Assistant Coaches:

Rickey F. Harris Chris Cassidy Tyrone Slaughter Brandon Bright, Jonathan James, David Howard Head Athletic Trainer: Samuel Almendarez Nickname: Dolphins School Colors: Orange and Navy Blue Conference: Chicago Public League Website: https://www.wyoung.org/

2029 2027 2027 2027 2028 2028 2026

Team Page & Schedule:

2028

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

41

What is your Family Benchmark ™?

Centurion Wealth provides personalized investment and financial planning strategies by evaluating circumstances and identifying lifelong goals. This determines your unique Family Benchmark ™ - the targeted growth rate needed to achieve financial goals and desired future income.

Forward-Thinking Wealth Management.

We plan wisely, so you can live fully. www.centurionwealth.com 571-765-1890 team@centurionwealth.com Disclaimer: Investment advisory services offered through Centurion Wealth Management, LLC, a federally registered investment adviser.

GOOD LUCK EAGLES IN THE

GONZAga DC CLASSIC 42

Archbishop Wood Catholic High School

Chaminade College Preparatory School

Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) power Archbishop Wood makes its third appearance in the Gonzaga DC Classic. Coach John Mosco is starting his 13th year with an overall record of 218-96, and a PCL Record of 115-49.

Chaminade College Preparatory School from St. Louis, Missouri, is making its second appearance in the Gonzaga DC Classic Tournament. The Red Devils play in the Metro Catholic Conference (MCC).

For the 2024-2025 season, the Red Devils went 22-10, finished first in conference play, and finished runner up in Missouri Class 6, the top class in the state.

TEAM PROFILE

TEAM PROFILE

With a 11-13 record last year in a rebuilding year, Archbishop Wood finished 10th in a strong PCL and won a playoff game. We return six of our top eight from last year’s team, led by 1st Team All-Catholic Brady MacAdams (Marist commit), juniors Jaydn Jekins (Top 30) & Caleb Lundy (Top 125). The Vikings have another strong preseason schedule set before opening PCL competition, hosting two Diane Mosco Foundation Shootouts including a December 5 matchup vs perennial powerhouse Imhotep Charter as well as two games at The Governors Challenge in Maryland. The Vikings will also be heading to Tampa, Florida in early January to participate in The W.O.N. Invitational Showcase. The team looks forward to competing against these quality basketball programs.

Under Frank Bennett, now in in his 13th year as head coach, Chaminade has amassed a record of 248 wins and 72 losses; a state championship, two state-runner up finishes, nine final-four appearances, multiple MCC titles and several district championships. Many of the players from these teams have gone on to successful basketball careers in college and beyond.

This year’s team looks to continue their tradition of competing at a high level in and around the St. Louis area. The Red Devils’ roster is filled with outstanding and balanced talent including seniors Jonny Jordan (University of Omaha Commit), Tricy Collins, Jesiah Buchanan (SEMO offer), Elijah Poniewaz, Mohomed Kourouma, and Oskar Kuzman. These are new faces looking to continuing an old tradition of Chaminade basketball.

Notable alumni include Collin Gillespie (Villanova, Phoenix Suns), who played in the 2016 Gonzaga DC Classic; Matt Cerutti (Albany); Andrew Funk (Bucknell, Penn State); Tyree Pickron (LIU); Seth Pinkney (FIU); Rasool Diggins (UMASS); Jalil Bethea (Alabama); and Josh Reed (Drexel). Both Bethea and Reed played in the 2021 Gonzaga DC Classic.

Coach Bennett states, “We are grateful and excited to be able to participate in the Gonzaga D.C. Classic again this year! The combination of a premiere event and competition makes for a great experience for our school and community.”

Friendship Tech Preparatory High School

Georgetown Preparatory School

District of Columbia Public Charter School Athletic Association (PCSAA) power Friendship Tech Prep makes its third appearance in the Gonzaga DC Classic, fresh off its fourth straight PCSAA Championship last season and a fourth straight appearance in the District of Columbia Interscholastic Athletic Association (DCIAA) Class AA State Tournament. Last year’s team finished 23-8 and finished undefeated in PCSAA play with an 11-0 record, and adding a fourth straight conference championship.

Georgetown Preparatory School from North Bethesda, Maryland returns to the Gonzaga DC Classic after recent participation in 2019 and 2022. The Hoyas play in the Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC) and finished a challenging 2024-25 schedule with a 17-14 record, falling in the league championship game for the second year in a row.

TEAM PROFILE

TEAM PROFILE

Led by Coach Howard Blue, the Hoyas are looking to contend for another IAC championship. Georgetown Prep graduated six seniors from last year’s roster that have headed on to play Division I sports in college, so a large void has been left to be filled.

Friendship Tech featured a senior class with an impressive 85-27 over a four-year span, while setting school records for scoring and a blistering strike of games with over 100 points scored. The Titans produced several D-1 players and a number of D-2 players from last year’s team. As we open our 2025-26 campaign, Coach Dwayne Shackleford will continue to lean on senior guard Malik Shackleford, as well as junior forward Michael Jones-Lloyd, and newcomers that include senior forward Julian Ashe, junior forward Eric Ndaka, junior forward Amari Bandale, and rising sophomores Khadir Johnson, Kam Milam and Cayden Morrison. The Titans will play in several showcase events including Mayhem on Military Road on November 29, the Flint Hill Tournament on December 6, the Governors Challenge on December 27-28, as well as hosting their own MLK Tournament on January 17. Notable alumni include Malik Miller (Morgan State), David and Daniel Bumpass (Morgan State), Nazir Hinton (Bowie State), Aidan Haskins (Hampton), Montez Steele (UDC), Kenneth Tyree (Lincoln University).

Key returners hopeful to fill the void include Sinan Huan (7-1 Sr., Purdue commit), Jarrard Desire (6-0 Jr.), and Evan Edwards (5-11 Jr.). Selim Yalçin (6-7 Jr.), Majok Aguek (7-1 So.), and Kyle Davis (6-6 Jr.) are new varsity additions expected to play meaningful roles for the Hoyas this season. Aguek is joined by fellow impact sophomores in wing Cole Pierre-Louis (6’6) and Guard Beckham Hedequist (6’4).

While Senior Rafa Monaro will add leadership and energy to this youthful squad.

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

43

Gonzaga College High School

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal School

Gonzaga College High School enters the 36th Annual Gonzaga DC Classic as the defending champion. This season, Gonzaga is excited to welcome new head coach Keith Urgo, Gonzaga Class of 1997.

Over the past 18 years, Coach Urgo has coached at the collegiate level with roles at Villanova, Penn State, and Fordham. Three years ago, he became the Head Coach of Fordham, earning the title of Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year in his first season.

Saint Andrew’s Episcopal School returns to the Gonzaga DC Classic Tournament since their last appearance in 2021. The Lions play in the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAC) and are coming off a successful 2024-25 campaign where they finished 18-10 overall (9-3) and made it to the MAC Semi-finals.

TEAM PROFILE

TEAM PROFILE

The Lions are led by Head Coach Kevin Jones. Coach Jones has been with the program since 2011, and he also serves as Director of Athletics.

In 2024, the Eagles had an outstanding campaign where they finished 29-5 and were ranked #2 in the Washington Post’s final basketball poll while winning the D.C. State Athletic Association’s AA title. Gonzaga also had key wins over national powers winning the prestigious Les Schwab Invitational in Portland, OR and the Hoophall Classic in Phoenix, AZ. Finally, Gonzaga won the DC Classic Championship for the fourth year in a row.

In 2025-26, St. Andrew’s will be led in the backcourt by senior 6’0 guard Karon Bailey and junior guards 6’2 Devin Wingfield and 6’2 Damon Nelson. The front court will be led by seniors 6’ 8” Jayson Peterson and 6’10 Sifeng Huan. The team provides some depth and will look for contributions from senior 6’4 Matt Strasnick, junior 6’3 Truett Engel, sophomores 6’4 Max Raue, 5’11 Josh Sternberg and freshman 6’3 Jason Kornegay. St. Andrew’s has a record of 81-34 (37-11) in the last four seasons. St. Andrew’s plays an up-tempo style and has been ranked in the Washington Post top 20 for eight consecutive seasons. St. Andrew’s has had numerous players go on to play at the NCAA division I, II & III levels.

After graduating a handful of Division 1 recruits, the 2025-26 team looks forward to games against national competition in the Behan Classic, the Hoop Dreams Classic and the Melo Classic. Gonzaga will also face their usual tough schedule in the DMV and, of course, the always loaded Washington Catholic Athletic Conference (WCAC).

Coach Urgo says, “This is a special season for me returning to my alma mater. We look forward to an exciting and challenging year for Gonzaga basketball and are hoping to defend our Gonzaga DC Classic title.”

Coach Jones says, “This season is a great opportunity for our team and players collectively. We are truly grateful and excited to be participating in the 36th Annual Gonzaga DC Classic tournament.”

Saint Joseph’s Preparatory School

Whitney Young High School

St. Joseph’s Prep returns three varsity players for the 2025-26 season. Will Lesovitz (6’5 senior wing), a starter last year, brings experience, leadership and versatility. He is one of the best wing shooters in the PCL who defends and rebounds. Myles Peterson (6’5 junior wing) also brings great versatility; his post and perimeter play will give the Hawks a balanced attack. Julian McKie (6’6 soph. wing) is a budding star and one of the best players in the 2028 Pennsylvania class. He has elite size and athleticism on the perimeter, along with an ability to score, make plays and defend /rebound. Justin McKie (6’4 soph. point guard) and Luke Maransky (6’0 soph. point guard), both rising 2028 stars, will complete the backcourt with outstanding shooting and playmaking skills.

Whitney Young enters the 2025–26 season with a tough, disciplined, and balanced roster built around senior standout and Tennessee commit Marquis Clark (6’3”), one of the top guards in the country.

The Dolphins combine length, athleticism, and a defensive identity with multiple scoring threats across the lineup.

TEAM PROFILE

TEAM PROFILE

Key contributors include Zaire Green (Jr., 6’2”), a dynamic two-way guard; Caden Crudup (Jr., 6’4”), a strong, versatile wing; London Rome (Jr., 6’3”), an athletic guard who provides physicality and perimeter defense; Ed Williams (6’0”), a tough scoring threat; Jaivyn Richardson (So., 5’8”), a shifty playmaker; and Travis “TJ” Jamison (Fr., 6’5”), one of Chicago’s top rising prospects. Inside, Noah Emmanuel (Jr., 6’9”) anchors the paint as a rim protector and rebounder.

Other impact players are downhill guards with speed and toughness - Jayden Howlett (6’0 junior guard) and Alonzo Ellis (6’2 soph. guard).

Kevin O’Connell (6’6 junior wing) is a versatile shooter. Rounding out the roster are Robby Andrews (5’8 senior guard), Julien O’Hanlon (6’7 senior forward), Collin Hartz (6’0 senior guard), Theron Morris (6’6 senior forward), Nate Finn (6’9 soph forward), Atlee Harvey (6’6 soph forward), Gabe Pennington (5’6 soph guard), and Amir Worrell (5’7 soph guard).

Whitney Young’s tradition of elite guard play, team-first toughness, and competitive excellence continues with a roster capable of matching up with anyone in the country.

This year’s team continues the proud tradition of Prep basketball.

We take pride in competing, be-ing disciplined, and putting the team first, and want our players to embody The Prep’s mission of being a man for and with others.

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

44

EAGLES FLY HIGH! The Sweet Family

INTREPID AIR SERVICES

GO EAGLES!

Daniel ‘12 Joseph ‘14

www.rimonlaw.com

Phillip Quatrini and Rimon P.C. congratulate Gonzaga on another successful tournament.

Go Eagles!

ALBUQUERQUE | AUSTIN | BALTIMORE | BERLIN | BIRMINGHAM | BOISE BOGOTA | BOSTON | CHARLOTTE CHICAGO | DELAWARE | DUBAI | FRANKFURT | GREENVILLE | HOUSTON | KANSAS CITY | LAKE TAHOE LONDON | LOS ANGELES | MIAMI | MINNEAPOLIS | MONTREAL | NEW JERSEY | NEW YORK | NORTHERN VIRGINIA | NEW ORLEANS | NORTH CAROLINA | MONTREAL | ORLANDO PARIS | PHILADELPHIA PHOENIX | PORTLAND | SACRAMENTO | SAN DIEGO | SAN FRANCISCO | SANTA BARBARA | SEATTLE SEOUL | SILICON VALLEY SHENZHEN | SYDNEY | TEL AVIV | TUCSON | WARSAW | WASHINGTON, D.C.

45

HYATT PLACE DC/US CAPITOL • Complimentary Breakfast • Business Center • Complimentry Wi-Fi • Rooms with King and 2 Queens • Complimentary Gym Facilities • Less than ½ Mile from Gonzaga High School

Affordable Lodging That is Comfortable and Accomodating Please Contact LaShawndra Jackson lashawndra.jackson@hyatt.com 202-289-5599

Everything you need is just steps away!

As a bonus we are within walking distance of Harris Teeter, CVS, and Simona Coffee.

46

47

G O N Z A G A’ S S E R V I C E P R O G R A M S The Gonzaga DC Classic is proud to support the following initiatives, which are so important to the formation of young men in the spirit of the Jesuit motto, Ad majorem Dei gloriam, for the Greater Glory of God. McKenna Immersion I and II

Washington, DC The McKenna Immersion Program is run right out of our own McKenna Center. Students will spend a week learning about hunger and homelessness in DC, living in the center for the week. Aside from getting to know the men at the center, students will get to do direct service at organizations around DC such as L’Arche, Unique, and DC Central Kitchen.

Emmitsburg, MD

Emmitsburg, MD Rather than spending a whole week in Emmitsburg, students will go out to serve in the community for a single day. Projects will include helping residents prepare for winter, do spring cleaning, and other various projects. Some groups will also join the ARC community to go bowling.

Jubilee Climate Farm

Harrisonburg, VA Rising sophomores and juniors will travel to Harrisonburg to partner with Jubilee Climate Farm, learning about climate and food justice in Virginia. This trip will challenge students to learn what it means “to create positive solutions for climate change, food justice, food sovereignty, land equity, and mutual empowerment.”

South Baltimore Retreat House Baltimore, MD

Students will travel to the South Baltimore Retreat House to spend five days encountering urban poverty in Maryland. Students will volunteer with a variety of organizations, such as Catholic Charities and the Loyola School.

Hope CommUnity Center

Crispaz

This immersion trip provides an opportunity for students in Gonzaga’s rising senior class to experience firsthand the present immigration dilemma facing our country.

Students spend the week living with immigrant families in home stays and working with agricultural workers on farms and in nurseries throughout Apopka, FL. For this trip, Gonzaga partner’s with the Hope CommUnity Center, whom we have worked with for over 30 years.

Participants will travel to El Salvador’s capital city to partner with Crispaz, walking the life of Saint Oscar Romero and learning about injustices throughout the country. This trip will challenge students to reflect on the meaning of working for justice. This immersion focuses on encounter, education, immersion, and conversation rather than direct service.

Apopka, FL

San Salvador, El Salvador

Center for Working Families Quito, Ecuador

On this trip, rising seniors will stay with the Center for Working Families in Quito, EcuaCamden, NJ dor. They will spend time working at the This experience for rising seniors is school, getting to know the families, doing spent at Camden’s Oscar Romero Cen- home visits, and other work to support the ter. Students experience urban poverty Center’s mission in and around Quito.

Oscar Romero Center

by living more simply and doing direct service at many of the city’s social ser- Nazareth Farm vice agencies. Because students work Salem, WV with a variety of sites, they are able to Rising seniors have the opportunity to spend encounter justice from various angles. the week at Nazareth Farm. The week will be spent learning about rural and generational poverty, sustainable farming, and environKino Border Initiative (KBI) mental justice. Participants will work on the farm located in Salem, WV, prepare meals, Nogales, AZ and Nogales, Mexico Rising seniors travel to Nogales, AZ and deliver food to those in need.

and Nogales, Mexico to learn about the realities of immigration with the Kino Border Initiative, a Jesuit organization that seeks to meet the needs of migrants in Nogales. This immersion includes service work on both sides of the US Mexico border, meeting with US Border Patrol, hearing a deportation debriefing, and more.

Civil Rights Pilgrimage

Birmingham, Selma & Montgomery, AL Rising seniors have the opportunity to embark on a week-long Civil Rights Pilgrimage to Alabama where we will be partnering with the Edmundite Missions. The week will be spent exploring the history and ongoing legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, visiting key landmarks/museums and engaging with local activists and community members. Conversations focused around racial justice and the Church’s call to justice will drive reflection throughout the week.

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

48

G O N Z A G A’ S S E R V I C E P R O G R A M S

GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

49

THE K2 GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY

The K2 Group proudly supports Gonzaga. Go Eagles!

Kevin W. Keating

Christopher M. Barcellona

Chris Greenberg

Executive Director Financial Advisor (202) 857-5409 Kevin.W.Keating@morganstanley.com

Vice President Financial Advisor (202) 857-5462 Christopher.Barcellona@morganstanley.com

Financial Advisor (202) 689-1850 Chris.Greenberg@morganstanley.com

Jordan Christian

Myah Bales

Registered Client Service Associate (202) 862-9167 Jordan.Christian@morganstanley.com

Registered Client Service Associate (202) 862-2866 Myah.Bales@morganstanley.com

1775 I St NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20006 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC 4123119 01/25

50

IS A PROUD SUPPORTER OF GONZAGA BASKETBALL

LEASING + DEVELOPMENT + ASSET MANAGEMENT + PROPERTY MANAGEMENT +

MATANINC.COM 51

TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS Tournament Chairmen: Joe McPherson & Mike Williams Founding Chairman: John McLaughlin Gonzaga Fathers Club President: George Sifakis Fathers Club Treasurer: Mark Stewart Fathers Club Moderator: Rev. Joseph E. Lingan, S.J. Athletic Director: Terry Kernan, Jr. Asst. Athletic Directors: Greg Ladd, John Thompson IV, Penny Lynch & Keith Urgo

Team Hosts Chris Kelly John Sweet Mike Daly Dave Hirko Rick Johnston Kevin O’Brien Paul Weiss John Oh Joe Schiattereggia Frank Donnelly Mark McKaig Casey Andrews Al Washington Cornell Simms Food and Beverage Andrew Wurst Stanley Hodge John McMillian Rodney Wallace Team Breakfast Andrew BonSalle Mark Colburn Justin Donovan Cornell Simms Joel White Gonzaga Mothers Club

Website Tim Joransen Roger Pardo

Pedro Arrupe Award Rev. Joseph E. Lingan, S.J. Joe McPherson

Security Bill Corboy Benny L. McCrimmon Alvesta Davis Lou Wright Junior Bowlah Darren Bailey

Kelleher Award Terry Kernan, Jr. Joe McPherson

Hotels Dan Mahoney Fundraising Brian Coll Chris Coccaro Matt Carroccio Announcer Tom Slater Programs, Shirts & Signs John Kalitka Ernest Wyatt Gate Mark Stewart GREAT BASKETBALL SUPPORTING GOOD WORKS

52

Photography Steve Schultz Mike Pollack Paul Mavris Scoring Mark Hamilton John Beattie Frank Hyre Chuck Taylor Mark Allen John Keller Thomas Kozeny Derik Williams Matt Thornett Tim Joransen Eagle's Nest Liam Apostol

proudly supports

GONZAGA HOCKEY 2025 BUILDERS. THINKERS. PARTNERS. winmarconstruction.com

53

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Gonzaga DC Classic Basketball Tournament was conceived and established by the Gonzaga High School Fathers Club to support the goals of good basketball, fellowship among teams and players, citizenship, and community service. Gonzaga believes that community service is an important principle of its educational philosophy, its motto of "Men For Others" serves to underscore this principle, which forms the foundation for the many community service projects in which the school and its students participate.

Projects such as tutoring children in elementary schools, working with local groups for the handicapped, working with the poor in Appalachia and the Dominican Republic, participating in summer camps for inner city children, a work study project/cultural exchange with the Lakota Sioux Indians in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, working at The McKenna Center for the homeless right on the Gonzaga Campus, and working with migrant farmers in Apopka, Florida are just a few of the ways in which Gonzaga's students serve and learn about serving others. It is programs and projects such as these to which we pledge proceeds of our tournament.

Basketball is a great sport and we of the Gonzaga Fathers Club believe it can also be a means by which we can promote the Gonzaga ideal of being "Men For Others."