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Red Mountain and North Canyon Crowned Open State Champions

By Deion Trotter18 May 2026

Red Mountain finishes on top in the boys team race Red Mountain had big performances across the sprints, relays, and field events to secure the boys Open State Championship with 58 points. Basha and Hamilton stayed close throughout the night, but Red Mountain’s depth across multiple events helped separate them by the end of the meet. North Canyon survives stacked girls team battle The girls team race came down to the final events as North Canyon finished with 56 points to win the Open State C

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BREAKING: Kelson Hogan Launches 211’ to Shake Up the National Javelin Race, and Challenge the State Record

By Andrew Wise22 Apr 2026

Entering the 2026 season, Arizona javelin looked like a one-horse race. Returning standout Isaac Moyle had established himself as the clear favorite after throwing more than 21 feet farther than the rest of the field at last year’s Open State Championship, creating a sizeable gap atop the state leaderboard. For many, the hierarchy appeared set. But the script began to change three weeks ago at Nightmare at the Nest, when Drew Pollard disrupted the expected order and proved the season would not

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Thunder Rally Spoils Aztecs’ Senior Night in 8–3 Rivalry Win

By Deion Trotter18 Apr 2026

The Corona Del Sol Aztecs looked in control early, but a mid game surge from the Desert Vista Thunder flipped the script in an 8–3 rivalry win on Senior Night. Corona del Sol set the tone out of the gate, taking a 1–0 lead and holding it through the first two innings behind solid pitching and clean defense. The early momentum had the home crowd energized as the Aztecs aimed to protect their field on a night dedicated to their seniors. That momentum shifted quickly in the third inning. Desert

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Meet Preview: Elite Marks Collide as Arizona Hosts National-Level Showdown

By Andrew Wise16 Apr 2026

Arizona track and field is set for one of its most competitive meets of the season, bringing together elite collegiate talent from ASU, Arizona, NAU, GCU, Oregon, and others. With several nationally ranked performances and key head-to-head matchups already established, this meet serves as an important early-season indicator for NCAA competition. Triple Jump Headline: Antone Smith vs. Malith Yasiru (Round 2) Few matchups in the country have generated this level of early-season attention. Fres

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Elite Performances Headline 2026 Chandler Rotary Invitational

By Deion Trotter27 Mar 2026

The desert heat wasn’t the only thing rising in the Chandler Rotary Invitational so were expectations, records, and national rankings. The 86th annual edition, held on March 20th-21st, 2026, delivered one of the most competitive showcases Arizona has seen in years, packed with elite talent and breakthrough performances. From the opening events, it was clear the weekend would belong to athletes ready to make national statements. Rebekah Jhade-Garrett of North Canyon entered as one of the most ta

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Corona del Sol Girls Earn Runner Up Finish at Aztec Invitational

By Deion Trotter14 Mar 2026

The Corona del Sol Aztecs girls track and field team delivered a strong performance at the Aztec Invitational, finishing second overall on the girls side with a total of 135 points. The Lady Aztecs showed depth across both track and field events, highlighted by multiple personal bests and several podium finishes throughout the meet. Corona del Sol started strong in the 100 meter dash, where the Aztecs placed 1st, 3rd, and 13th. Kailyn Topic led the charge, winning the event with a personal best

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Highland Hawks Dominate Aztec Invitational, Takes Girls Title with 161 Points

By Deion Trotter10 Mar 2026

The Highland Hawks girls track and field team delivered a dominant performance at the Aztec Invitational, finishing 1st place overall with 161 total points, winning the meet by more than 25 points over the next closest teams. With strong performances across distance races, hurdles, relays, and field events, the Hawks showed their depth and balance throughout the competition. In the 100m dash, Highland placed 8th, 18th, 21st, and 22nd, gaining valuable points for the team standings. The Hawks fo

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Red Mountain Dominates at Aztec Invitational, Wins Boys Title by 60+ points

By Deion Trotter10 Mar 2026

The Red Mountain Lions delivered a commanding performance at the Aztec Invitational, capturing the boys team championship with an impressive 173.5 points, finishing more than 60 points ahead of the rest of the field to secure the meet trophy. With strong performances across sprints, hurdles, relays, and field events, the Lions showed both depth and star power throughout the competition. One of the standout performers of the day was Amare Holley, who led the Lions in the sprint events. Holley pl

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One Week In: Statement Performances Shake Up Arizona Track

By Andrew Wise06 Mar 2026

It’s officially been one week since the gun first cracked across Arizona tracks; and the 2026 season is already delivering headline moments. From defending champions staying sharp to freshmen making national statements, here are the three biggest storylines shaking up the state. #4: Tyler Metcalf’s Comeback Is Official One year ago, the season ended before it ever started. After missing the entire 2025 campaign with a torn ACL and a torn Meniscus, Tyler Metcalf made his return in a way few

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Semifinal Showdown: Millennium vs. St. Mary’s, Who Will Take The Win?

By Omar Ortega04 Mar 2026

The 2026 AIA Open Division boys basketball playoffs have reached one of the most electrifying points of the season: the state semifinal matchup between Millennium and St. Mary’s, scheduled for Wednesday evening at Chaparral High School. With a spot in the state championship game on the line, both teams bring contrasting strengths and compelling reasons to believe they can advance, but one side may have a clear edge going into this elite clash.  Team Profiles & Momentum: Millennium Tigers Mill