Strong defense pushes Hamilton girls past Tolleson Victory over defending 5A-II champs serves as a confidence-builder. Girls Basketball Don Ketchum December 7, 2010
Thunderbird wins 4A-II title on field goal in OT Chiefs knock Williams Field from unbeaten ranks, earn first crown in 38-year history of the school. Football Don Ketchum December 4, 2010
Ross lifts Centennial over Ironwood Ridge All-purpose player catches two TD passes, returns interception for a TD to help team advance to 5A-II title game. Football Don Ketchum December 3, 2010
Impact of kickers, punters should not be overlooked They can make a huge difference in where the opponent starts its drive. Football Don Ketchum December 2, 2010
You never know what will happen in boys hoops Class 5A Divisions I and II are particularly wide open. Football / Baseball / Boys Basketball Don Ketchum December 1, 2010
Burke faces basketball coaching challenge at Youngker He coached three girls state champion teams at Phoenix Thunderbird and three state runners-up. Boys Basketball / Girls Basketball Don Ketchum November 30, 2010
Show Low holds on to defeat Blue Ridge for 3A crown Interception in the end zone by Joey Raymond with less than a minute left seals 20-17 victory. Stories Don Ketchum November 27, 2010
Earning 2A title allows NW Christian to breathe easier Casey Jahn rushes for 259 yards and a TD as Crusaders hold on to defeat Yuma Catholic, 30-27. Football Don Ketchum November 27, 2010
Glass slipper fits Thunderbird, now on to the big dance Chiefs, seeded 13th, outlast No. 8 seed Desert Edge in two overtimes in 4A-II semifinal game. Football Don Ketchum November 26, 2010
Monument Valley volleyball coach leaves lasting impact Lucinda Nash retiring after winning eight Class 3A titles, including the last three. Girls Volleyball / Girls Basketball Don Ketchum November 22, 2010
Big fourth-quarter interception saves Centennial Zach Hoffpauir\\\\\\\'s 71-yard return out of the end zone keys 10-3 win over Marcos de Niza in Class 5A-II quarterfinal. Football Don Ketchum November 19, 2010
Peoria High hoops transfer ruled eligible Lawrence Pierce is expected to help Panthers make a run at Class 4A-I West Valley Region title. Boys Basketball Don Ketchum November 16, 2010
Ewan, Joseph will be missed on sidelines Jim Ewan retires from Chandler High after 40-year coaching career; Tom Joseph deserved better at Mountain View. Football / Track & Field Don Ketchum November 16, 2010
Young athletes, others help with Camelback community project Kids from feeder schools will participate in clinics along with packaging meals for \"Stop Hunger Now\'\' group. Football Don Ketchum November 15, 2010
Big second half lifts Northwest Christian Casey Jahn rushes for 163 of his 203 yards and scores three TDs after intermission as top seed in 2A advances. Football Don Ketchum November 13, 2010
Betty H. Fairfax was example in academics, athletics High school in Laveen carries on legacy of late administrator and coach. Football / Tennis Don Ketchum November 12, 2010
Record-setting swimmer Messerschmidt signs with Cal Desert Edge senior set two records in the state meet, considering possible Olympic bid in 2012. Cross Country / Swimming / Softball Don Ketchum November 10, 2010
Sunnyslope volleyball team leaves no doubt Behind Madison Kingdon\\\'s powerful performance, Vikings dispatch Prescott to win third straight 4A-I title. Girls Volleyball / Cross Country Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
Third straight volleyball title for Seton Sentinels record three-game sweep of Liberty. Stories Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
CDO, Queen Creek lead parade in 4A-I Both teams feature a strong running game. Saguaro, Peoria looming in the background. Football / Cross Country Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
Cactus, Williams Field are top teams in 4A-II Liberty, Notre Dame, Mingus are capable of advancing as playoffs begin. Football / Cross Country Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
2A football title race remains wide open Top two seeds, Northwest Christian and Yuma Catholic, will be difficult to beat. Football Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
Mogollon, Joseph City set for 1A title rematch Joseph City won 2009 title, but Mogollon won North Region game earlier this season. Football Don Ketchum November 9, 2010
Sunnyslope, Seton eye 4A volleyball three-peats Outside hitters lead the way -- Madison Kingdon for Sunnyslope, Haley Lawless for Seton. Football Don Ketchum November 8, 2010
Monument Valley finishes off 40-0 volleyball season Team defeats region rival Window Rock to earn third straight Class 3A championship. Stories Don Ketchum November 6, 2010