The theme for the Trinity Class of 1989 was "Best Yet." The class president, Jeff Brohm '89, exemplified the theme's meaning. A leader on and off the playing field, an exceptional student, a gifted athlete and an outstanding person, Jeff quickly established himself as a leader in all facets of Trinity life. He was a two-time Shamrock Award winner, a Trinity Scholar and was awarded the "Mr. Football" Shammy Award.

A three-sport athlete, Jeff excelled at baseball, basketball and football. On the baseball diamond, he was named to the All-District and All-Region first teams. On the basketball court, he was a starting point guard for the Rocks and was named to the All-District Tournament Team and AAU Tournament team. He also was named the team's Most Valuable Player his senior year after leading the Rocks in assists and scoring.

Football, however, was Jeff's best sport. His legend as a quarterback was built at Trinity. He had help from his older brother, Greg (Trinity, 1988), who was an All-State receiver and is a Trinity Hall of Famer. Jeff was named to the All-District, All-Region and All-State teams his junior and senior years, the All-Southern and Dixie Dozen teams his senior year and was Trinity's Most Valuable Player all four years. In addition, he was named the Bobby Dodd Back of the Year and the Atlanta Touchdown Club Back of the Year his senior year.

Jeff was named the Kentucky Athlete of the Year his senior year, Kentucky High School Player of the Decade for the 1980s and the 1988 Kentucky Mr. Football. Also in 1988, Jeff led the Rocks to their ninth state title with a 28-0 win over undefeated duPont Manual in the Class 4-A State Championship game.

The Rocks' undefeated '88 season put Trinity on the path to what would become a 50-game winning streak. The '88 team was named the "Team of the Decade" by The Courier-Journal and Jeff's No. 11 jersey was retired by Trinity after his senior season. It was the first jersey in school history to receive the honor. Jeff's brother Brian (Trinity, 2004) also received the honor for his No. 12 jersey. Jeff ended his high school career by passing for 1,707 yards and 20 TDs in his senior season. He also rushed for 602 yards on 185 carries and 12 TDs.

Jeff had scholarship offers from football powers across the country. He chose the University of Louisville and went on to become one of the most prolific offensive players in Cardinal history. A three-year starter, Jeff ranks in the top 10 among U of L's all-time leaders for passing yards (5,451), touchdown passes (38), completions (402), total offense (6,430) and completion percentage (.562).

Voted the Cards' MVP in 1992 and '93, Jeff will always be remembered for a gritty performance in leading U of L to an 18-7 victory over Michigan State in the '93 Liberty Bowl. Playing with two steel pins and one steel plate in the index finger of his throwing hand, Jeff completed 19-of-29 passes for 197 yards and a touchdown amidst 20-degree temperatures and freezing rain to earn the game's MVP award.

Jeff also was a fourth-round draft pick of the Cleveland Indians. He played two seasons in that organization while in college.

After earning a bachelor's degree from U of L in 1994, Jeff began a seven-year career in the National Football League. He started his career with the San Diego Chargers, who played in Super Bowl XXIX. He also played for the San Francisco 49ers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, Washington Redskins and Cleveland Browns.

In 2001, he played in the Xtreme Football League for the Orlando Rage and was named First-Team XFL, owning the league's highest quarterback rating at 99.9. His NFL dreams were cut short again, however, with a devastating shoulder injury.

In 2002, Jeff joined the coaching staff at U of L as the quarterbacks coach. In 2004, Greg joined the staff as director of football operations. Brian was the Cards' starting quarterback 2006-07. In 2007, Jeff was named assistant head coach and offensive coordinator, a position he held at the time of his Hall of Fame induction.

In 2006, Jeff's No. 11 U of L jersey was honored for his contributions at quarterback. As a Trinity alumnus, Jeff continued his dedication to his alma mater. He served as co-emcee of the celebraTion dinner-auction with his brother Greg in 2002. In addition, Jeff has been active in charities and community events as a speaker, volunteer and coach. He was named Trinity's 1994 Honor Alumnus.

Jeff and his wife, Jennifer, have one child, Brady (Trinity, 2023).

Inducted 2008

B - Hall of Fame

Joe Babey

Richard Bealmear

Bob Beatty

John Belanger

Dr. Glenn Blincoe

Joe Bobrowski

Sharon Bohannon

William P. Bradford II

Michael Brennan

John A. Brenzel

Jeff Brohm

Greg Brohm

Brian Brohm

Oscar Brohm

Joseph E. Bryant