2026 Brooker Scholarship Recipients

Archbishop Hoban High School is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 John T. ’61 & Marie (McFarland) Brooker Academic Excellence Scholarship.

• Class of 2029: Taylor Hayes and Trey Rodi
• Class of 2028: Abigail Coleman and Sofia Macavei
• Class of 2027: Jeremy Hammel and Luke Lillich

Earlier this year, Hoban announced the creation of the Brooker Academic Excellence Scholarship and recognized Alexander Haran and Danielle Ferree as its inaugural recipients. As valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2026, they each received a $10,000 scholarship to the college of their choice.

In addition to the senior awards, the Brooker Academic Excellence Scholarship Fund recognizes achievement earlier in a student’s Hoban journey. Each year, the top two students in academic standing in grades 9, 10 and 11 will receive scholarships valued at $500, applied to their Hoban financial accounts for the following academic year. These underclassmen awards are designed to reward and reinforce strong study habits, diligence and a sustained commitment to learning long before senior year.

Beyond grades and class rank, the Brookers hope the scholarships honor qualities that sustain students long after graduation: perseverance, grit and the willingness to keep going when learning becomes difficult.