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Ja:goh Brian “Branch” Nephew, Jr.

He recently signed his Letter of Intent to continue his lacrosse career and studies at Le Moyne College.

Submitted by Brian’s family

Brian Nephew, Jr. “Branch”, a senior at St. Joe’s Collegiate Institute in Buffalo, NY, recently signed his Letter of Intent to continue his lacrosse career and studies at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY.

Brian is the son of Colleen and Brian Nephew, member of the Hawk Clan, and a midfielder and team captain on the varsity lacrosse team at St. Joe’s. Earlier this year, Brian was honored and awarded the Paul Englert, Jr. Memorial Award. This prestigious award is bestowed upon a senior on the lacrosse team whom exhibits focus, diligence, determination and dedication. All of which are characteristics that Brian displays.

Brian has worked tirelessly to gain the spot of team captain and keep his grades in good standing with the hopes of being recruited into a college such as Le Moyne, with an excellent lacrosse program. Le Moyne College is a Division II lacrosse program with 5 National Lacrosse Championship wins. While attending Le Moyne, Brian will study cyber security.

Brian’s family is so proud of his accomplishments, we couldn’t have done it without the support of friends, family, and the teachers and coaches at St. Joe’s. We would especially like to thank Brian’s lacrosse coach, Peter Hudecki, for continuously pushing Brian to become a stronger player and student while at St. Joe’s. Coach Hudecki has played a major role in Brian’s success. Nya:wëh!
Go Dolphins!!

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