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HECTOR FORMOSO-MURIAS WINS GOLD
HECTOR FORMOSO-MURIAS WINS GOLD IN THE VARSITY 1X AT SCHOLASTIC NATIONALS!
BELEN CREW BRINGS HOME THE GOLD AT U.S. SCHOLASTIC NATIONALS!
Belen Jesuit Prep Crew had an unprecedented complete sweep of the men’s lightweight categories at the United States Scholastic National Championships (SSRA) in Cooper River, New Jersey, bringing home 5 Gold and 1 Silver medals! This incredible triumph has secured Belen Crew as the OVERALL WINNER of the Men’s Crew categories and confirms BJPC as the premier lightweight scholastic program in the Country! Once again, this exceptional result is due to an across-the-board TEAM effort. All the athletes and coaches are to be commended and congratulated on a stellar performance!
FIVE REASONS TO ROW
• Athletic Uniqueness
Following the Ignatian tradition of excellence, Belén Jesuit is the only South Florida high school with a rowing program. The team has won or placed in state, regional, national and international competitions and championships in its short 13-year history.
• Teamwork and Camaraderie
We are a team with a tradition dedicated to athletic, spiritual, and academic excellence. We work as a community dedicated to the greater glory of God.
• Strength and Endurance
Our athletes build major muscle strength and unparalleled aerobic ability. The athletic prowess of our athletes is envied by the entire pantheon of athletics.
• Scholastic Opportunities
Belén rowers are found at prestigious universities such as University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, MIT, Yale University, Boston University, Boston College, Georgetown University, American University, University of Georgia, Emory University, and Bates College.
•Self-Discipline
In furtherance of Jesuit core values, the practice regimen cares for the entire person. It is intense, demanding, and tough. It builds self-discipline, self-confidence, and time management skills.