PHOENIX (July 1, 2025) – Banner Urgent Care today was named the preferred urgent care provider for the Arizona Interscholastic Association, the governing body for all Arizona high school athletics programs.

Through the partnership, Banner Urgent Care address locations and contact information will be included on co-branded sports physical forms for student athletes. Additionally, Banner Urgent Care will be recognized on the AZPreps365 website, as well as during certain games and all AIA sports telecasts.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to partner with the AIA for this exciting opportunity to provide expert care for Arizona’s high school student-athletes,” said Amanda Fisher, senior director for Banner Urgent Care. “As a leading urgent care provider in Arizona, we look forward to being there for our communities and young athletes for any health needs that may arise — from sports physicals to ankle sprains — so they can perform at their highest ability.”

Banner Urgent Care operates more than 40 locations across the Valley and in Tucson that offer walk-in visits, online check-in and telehealth options daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The centers offer convenient, personalized care for people when they most need it to stay healthy.

“It’s a privilege to have Banner Urgent Care become the AIA’s preferred urgent care partner,” AIA Executive Director Dr. Jim Dean said. “Banner’s top-notch facilities and medical professionals have been serving student-athletes in our communities for years. Their outstanding commitment to excellence will help all our athletes perform to the best of their abilities for a long time to come.”

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About Banner Urgent Care
Banner Urgent Care provides a close, convenient and affordable treatment option for patients with non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries such as cold and flu; ear, eye and throat infections; fevers; skin rashes; and sprains, strains and lacerations. Banner Urgent Care is open every day of the year and accepts most insurance plans. For more information, locations and hours of operation, please visit bannerhealth.com/urgentcare.

About Arizona Interscholastic Association
The AIA is a voluntary association of public and private Arizona high schools. Since 1913, the organization has created and sustained interscholastic activities that encourage maximum student participation by providing AIA member schools with an even playing field to ensure fair and equitable competition. The AIA believes that providing interscholastic activities for Arizona high school students creates personal development opportunities with a balanced focus on academics and extracurricular activities. Through its Arizona member schools, the AIA reaches more than 125,000 participants in high school activity programs. The organization hosts 1,400 postseason contests, officiates more than 45,000 regular season events, and handles 110,000 officials assignments annually. For more information, visit www.aiaonline.org and www.azpreps365.com.