Male Scholar Athlete of the Year
Fordham University, Business & NCAA
From the dugout to the classroom, Bradley Beaudreau’s Mater Dei journey has been defined by discipline, integrity, and a deep love for the game—and the people—who shaped him. A standout in the classroom and on the field, Bradley graduates as the Class of 2025 Male Scholar Athlete of the Year, and is headed to Fordham University to play Division I baseball and study business, carrying with him the lessons and leadership forged over four transformative years.
A student-athlete with a 4.4 GPA, Bradley came to Mater Dei from Legacy Magnet Academy and Hewes Middle School. He chose Mater Dei for its legacy of excellence in academics and athletics. “I didn’t really know what I was getting myself into,” he says, reflecting on his first day of freshman year. “But I knew it would be the start of a great journey—and it was.”
Bradley played all four years in the Mater Dei Baseball program, an experience he calls the most impactful of his high school career. “It wasn’t always easy playing at a high level and challenging myself in the classroom, but that’s what shaped me into the man I’m becoming,” he says. “It was so much fun playing the sport I love and being around people I love every day.”
He also gave back to the sport that gave him so much, completing 100 hours of Christian service mentoring young athletes. He volunteered at Mater Dei youth camps and at Tustin Pony Baseball—the same fields where he first fell in love with the game. “It was special to return to where it all began and help the next generation of players,” he says.
Bradley’s commitment to excellence extended beyond the field. As a member of the National Honor Society and the California Scholarship Federation, he balanced rigorous academics with his athletic pursuits. His dedication was recognized when he signed his National Letter of Intent to play baseball at Fordham University, a moment celebrated by the Mater Dei community.
Guided by the values of Honor, Glory, and Love, Bradley strives to lift others up, celebrate their wins, and be present in their struggles. “That’s how God loves me, and that’s how I want to love others,” he says.
As he looks back, it’s not just the wins or milestones that stand out—it’s the ordinary days. “Even the normal school days with morning lifts, classes, and after-school practice were special to me,” he says. “Mater Dei isn’t just a school. It’s a family.”
His one word to describe the experience? Transformational.