From Louisiana Little League to high school teams, Phil excelled in football
and baseball, coached in high school football ('76-'78) by his dad, Coach
Frank Brocato, who was elected state hall of fame high school football.  Phil
was widely recognized as a superior leader and athlete; he was a smart,
accurate, quick, strong quarterback.  He never forgot his athletic training and
never was too far from a football or bicycle or a pair of running shoes.  When
he began marathon and triathlon competition many years ago, he treated his
body like a well-oiled engine fueled by good food and nutritional supplements.

Phil competed in many LA Marathons ('96,'97,'98,'99),
half-marathons, and smaller 10K runs.  Triathlon
competition included San Diego at Oceanside in 1999,
Santa Barbara in 2000, San Diego along with his brother
Anthony in 2001, and several others.  Phil's goal was to
compete in a full Iron Man.

Staying fit was an important part of
Phil's life.  Not only did it make him feel
good and energized, it also helped to
relieve any stress buildup from his
hectic school and work schedule.  He
continuously inspired people to run,
bike, swim, walk, do yoga.