Football

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State Preview: Pusch Ridge back to defend title as 3A parity among Top 10 clubs highly ‘contested,’ coaches say

Coaches: Benjamin Franklin the 'clear favorite,' but others like Valley Christian, Round Valley, Thatcher, Crismon, Show Low, River Valley, Blue Ridge, Payson will have say

Football Brian M. Bergner Jr. November 7, 2025

Desert Edge Finishes Perfect Regular Season Vanquishing Millennium 66-27

Scorpions move to 10-0 and secure the number one seed in Section 5A playoffs.

Football Austin Gibbs November 7, 2025

Northwest Christian football: A family Affair

The journey so far for Crusader father-son coaching duo David and Drew Inness

Football Matt Weisker November 6, 2025

Desert Mountain football coach brings new mentality to program

Conrad Hamilton teaches professionalism that learned in the NFL

Football Thomas Bonvehi November 6, 2025

Akinyoyenu makes splash in 2A football for San Tan Charter

As a wide receiver, defensive back and kicker, the senior almost never leaves the field.

Football Jordan Talley November 6, 2025

Pinnacle has taken long quest in attempt of first state title

Pioneers have become one of top 6A teams under Dana Zupke

Football Jayden Nance November 6, 2025

Former NFL player helps lead men at Veritas Prep

Minter takes journey with life after playing football

Football Ethan Kinney November 6, 2025

2A and 3A football championship games to be featured on television

AIA's TV partner Arizona's Family to broadcast games from Mountain Pointe High School

Football Seth Polansky November 6, 2025

Energy, passion and leadership define Antonio ‘Tarzan’ Para

A look at one of the best defenders in the state standing out for Desert Edge

Football Austin Gibbs November 6, 2025

Camelback transfer overcomes adversity to dominate on the field

Devion Jones has faced families issues but made immediate impact for new school

Football Dylan Hugues November 4, 2025

More than a number: 192

Marcos de Niza wide receiver and safety Alejandro Gomez honors his mother while making big plays on the football field

Football Patrick Snyder November 4, 2025

Little makes big impact on Thunderbird football

The Titans will miss senior running back Melakye Little

Football Rhiannon Boesl November 4, 2025

First-year force: Yuen Taufete’e’s unlikely rise on Brophy’s line

Yuen Taufete'e entered the season without a single snap of football experience. Now, he's an everyday starter.

Football Taylor Gautney November 3, 2025

Guided by family, Sawyer Hales learns to lead beyond the field

Queen Creek quarterback has learned to lead in his new position

Football Colgin Hirschel November 3, 2025