Girls Soccer

The girls played three games this past week. In the first home game of the year, the girls hosted Wisconsin Lutheran. BA started fast and had a 4-1 lead at the break with two goals by Johanna Zaleski, and two by Patricia Weiss. With BA moving into the wind offensively in the second half, the game got a little closer. Fortunately, the Blue Knights finished with a 5-3 victory, with the final goal coming from Claire Tracy.

On Wednesday, the girls traveled to USM for the first conference game of the season. Johanna Zaleski started off the game with an unassisted goal 30 seconds into the game. That set the tone for five more first half goals, four by Claire Tracy, and one more by Johanna. Sydnie Dehne earned another clean sheet, with the help of the back defensive line who kept opponents chances to a minimum. Claire and Johanna added one more goal each to finish off the game with a 8-0 win. Patricia Weiss marked USM's best player, keeping her from scoring and also finished with two assists in the game.

Johanna Zaleski dribbles the ball up the field

In the third game of the week, the Blue Knights traveled to regional foe Kenosha St. Joseph. Johanna Zaleski scored two early first half goals on assists from Claire Tracy. While the game was still pretty tight, Claire scored a backbreaking goal with less than one minute left in the first half to give the girls a 3-0 lead at the break. Sydnie Dehne kept command in goal to keep Kenosha off the scoreboard. The back line of Olivia Smith, Laurette Blanchard, Meghan Jeide, and Shivi Shah frustrated St. Joseph's attack in a very physical battle. Midfielders Madison York and Patricia Weiss also had outstanding games, with Patricia assisting Johanna on a goal.

-Coach Lee Rogers

Boys Tennis

Brookfield Academy hosted University School of Milwaukee last Tuesday. The Blue Knights won all matches, winning 7-0. It was impressive tennis from all members of the team.

The following day, the team hosted Shorewood. Again, BA was able to win all the matches, highlighted by Vibhu Guda at #2 singles winning 6-4, 3-6, 10-3.

This past weekend, BA hosted Xavier, Catholic Memorial, and The Prairie School. BA won against all three schools six matches to one.

Adrian Yin, Michael Boucher, Krish Sharma, Peyton Zeiler, Garv Bhasin, Armaan Bhasin, Charlie Hieb, Ryan Simmons, Zach Weiner, and Josh Van Bogart all went undefeated throughout the week.

Garv Bhasin dials in to hit a volley

The schedule finally slows down for the Blue Knights. BA will host New Berlin Eisenhower on Wednesday, May 3, at 4:30 pm. Wednesday will also be Senior Night after the varsity matches end.

Thank you to all who have showed support to the team this past week.

BA remains #1 in the WHSTCA Division 2 poll, with a 15-4 overall record (8-0 in division 2).

-Coach Michael Rajchel

Softball

Freshman Julia Van Bogart meant business in Tuesday’s conference game at Living Word Lutheran. Julia took the rubber and allowed only two hits and struck out three in the three-inning game. The Blue Knights notched 21 runs in the win.

Christina Burghardt, Aureilia Rushing, Ella Thompson, and Julia Van Bogart managed multiple hits to lead the squad. In addition to these four sluggers batting 1.000, both Johanna Zaleski and Elsa Schneider had a perfect day at the plate.

Naomi Grande looks to score from third base

On Thursday, BA/ULS travelled to Kenosha to face the Christian Life Eagles in another conference game. KCL took the lead in the first inning, but the Blue Knights still managed to pull out the victory. In the third inning, Julia singled on a 3-2 count, scoring two runs. Thompson then singled, also scoring two runs to take the lead. The Blue Knights scored nine runs in the fifth inning to solidify the win, including a long hit by Aureilia Rushing. The big bats were led by Johanna Zaleski, Julia, Aureilia, Ella, Naomi Grande, and Isabelle Jurgens, tallying a total of 19 hits in the 18-2 win.

The team finished the week with a back and forth game in Racine against St. Catherine. The game was tied going into the fourth inning. Bats blistered as BA/ULS collected 23 hits in the high scoring game. Five hits in five at bats, with seven RBIs from Ella Thompson helped lead BA/ULS past St. Cat’s 21-13. The Blue Knights put up seven runs in the seventh inning. The big inning was thanks to Julia, Elsa, Naomi, Ella, and Chloe Fritz all bringing in runs.

Come support the team in one of our few home games left on Wednesday, May 3, against Milwaukee King at 5 pm.

-Coach Chris Mason

Reported by Kristi Thompson

Baseball

The Blue Knights got in the win column as Alex Dieck drove in four on three hits to lead Brookfield Academy past Kenosha Christian Life 19-9 on Tuesday. Dieck drove in runs on a single in the first, a single in the fifth, and a single in the sixth.

Brookfield Academy got things moving in the first inning, when Dieck singled on a 0-2 count, scoring one run. Dieck also earned the victory on the hill for the Blue Knights. The pitcher lasted four innings, allowing eight hits and eight runs while striking out three. Brady Gomilla threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen.

Connor Nicholson catches the ball

BA saw the ball well, racking up ten hits in the game. Dieck and Justin Manke each managed multiple hits for BA. Dieck went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead Brookfield Academy Blue Knights Varsity in hits while Luke Rogutich led the team in steals with four, as they ran wild on the base paths with 16 stolen bases.

-Coach Nick Rechlitz

Boys & Girls Track and Field

The track team had nice weather for its home meet on Friday night. The mild temps and low wind led to many more personal records:

Colton Green - 100 m dash - 11.93

Ian Schoenwetter - 100 m dash - 11.96

Maddie Leschig - 100 m dash - 14.85

Margit Rhode - 100 m dash - 15.11

Katie Loomis - 100 m dash - 15.35

Gus Jurgens - 200 m dash - 25.40

Margit Rhode - 200 m dash - 32.30

Beau Libbey - 400 m dash - 1:01.29

Luci Jensen - 400 m dash - 1:03.66

Ava Denman - 400 m dash - 1:10.00

Ava Denman - 800 m run - 2:44.95

Kamron Kaiser - 1600 m run - 4:32.85

Matthew Casas - 1600 m run - 4:52.31

Braden Lombardi - 110 m hurdles - 19.06

Camden Pifel - 300 m hurdles - 50.00

Braden Lombardi - 300 m hurdles - 50.11

Marissa Christensen - 300 m hurdles - 48.52

Max Loomis, Colton Green, Jordan Dieck, Ian Schoenwetter - 4x100 m relay - 46.10

Katie Loomis, Maddie Leschig, Margaret Campbell, London Knight - 4x100 m relay - 57.94

Max Loomis, Colton Green, Gus Jurgens, Adrian Bellido - 4x200 m relay - 1:40.25

Margaret Campbell, Margit Rhode, Maddie Leschig, London Knight - 4x200 m relay - 2:03.89

Ben Reiner, Danny Reiner, Jack Rogutich, Benny Keppler - 4x800 m relay - 10:06.72

Augie Hrdlick - Shot Put - 40’ 9”

Joaquin Tatum - Sho Put - 34’ 10”

Justyn Ozongwu - Shot Put - 33’ 4”

Walker Priebe - Discus - 122’ 7”

Hongyi Yang - Discus - 60’ 1”

The next meet for the team is the True Team Invitational on Saturday at West Allis Hale. A few individuals also qualified for Saturday's prestigious Myrhum Invite at Arrowhead. 

-Coach Ellie Schemm

MS Sports

Soccer

On April 25, the BA MS girls soccer team traveled to The Prairie School (TPS) to face off against a skilled, aggressive team, in a much-anticipated match-up. The girls went toe-to-toe against TPS the entire game, matching them in intensity. As a team, the Blue Knights had 13 scoring opportunities, just missing on numerous occasions. At the end of regulation minutes, however, BA fell, 1-0. Mali Williams, playing as keeper, recorded numerous saves during the game, including a highlight reel save in the second half, keeping the game close. 

Elisabeth Wilson in action during the game

On April 27, the team traveled to take on SWCHA. The girls delivered a booming team performance. BA won the game 6-1. Rachel York, Lucy Allen, and Elisabeth Wilson all recorded goals. Luci Heckenkamp found the net three times during the match. Gretchen Peacock recorded three assists during the game.

On April 29, BA traveled to take on St. Augustine Prep, winning 12-0. Ten different players scored and nine goals were assisted. Lucy Allen, Rachel York, Monica Zaleski, Maria Simic, Loveday Schwertfeger, Laila Eriksen, Liesel Kasdorf, Elisabeth Wilson, Gretchen Peacock, and Luci Heckenkamp all found the net. Gretchen Peacock added four assists in the game. Katherine Courtright logged an assist as did Laila Eriksen, Nora Dysart, Lucy Allen, and Luci Heckenkamp. Lucy Schwertfeger and Maria Simic continued their great defensive efforts, limiting attacks once again from materializing. 

The girls finally return home to host University Lake School on May 4. 

-Coach Joel Heckenkamp

Tennis

The BA Middle School tennis team added to their win column last week, winning 7-3 vs Longfellow, and 7-1 over St. John Vianney. Competition was fierce as wind and cold temperatures provided additional challenges on both days.

Talent and determination from both singles and doubles players were on display, and carried the team to two victories in front of an enthusiastic crowd! The team is ready for this weeks challenges and looking forward to their continued success!

-Coach Jim Beaudoin

Track & Field

The Levels 5-8 track team competed in its first meet of the season this past Saturday at Homestead. Conditions were cold and wet, but our student athletes came ready to compete. With over 50 students participating, many of our athletes and relay teams placed, and set new personal records. We are looking forward to improving and competing in our home meet this Saturday at 8:45 am! Stay tuned for results from this past weekend. 

-Coach Nick Rechlitz

Ella Milsch takes the handoff from Harper Spaeth