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Tradition in Motion: Ian Thomas ’26

Ian Thomas ’26 brings energy and discipline to every possession. Watch how he honors the De Smet Jesuit Basketball program’s legacy while building his own story on the court.
Jack Gaffney, Multimedia Specialist • February 26, 2026
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Landon Oppeau lifting his sponsored Ugandan child Jasmine off the ground. Photo courtesy of Landon Oppeau.
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Head Bowling Coach Justin Thomas '21 coaching Ethan Deelo '26 at Olivette Lanes during a match.
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Thomas Krewet '29 mountain biking through a wooded area. Photo courtesy of Thomas Krewet.
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Middle schoolers group together in between acts at a rehearsal, engaging in conversations and awaiting their next lines.
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Trent Givens '28 is using competition within his own team to improve as a competitive chess player.
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Seniors stand with their coaches under their banners to celebrate senior night on Jan. 14, 2026.
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The bowling team wins the League Championship for the first time in the school’s recorded history, led by coach Justing Kennedy ‘21.
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Spanish teacher Sra. Bowman leads her freshmen Spanish 1 class in a lesson about all of the Spanish speaking countries across the world.
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Jack Gaffney
Jack Gaffney, Freelance Photographer