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Arcadia gets ready to attack in the game against Cactus Shadows on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
No. 8 Arcadia Volleyball slides past no. 22 Cactus Shadows 3-2
CAVE CREEK — It was a rollercoaster ride of a volleyball match between the no. 8 Arcadia Titans and no. 22 Cactus Shadows Falcons on Thursday night. Coming down to the fifth and final set, the … more
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Pinnacle flag football gathers before the game on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 against O'Connor. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
North Valley Preps mid-week sports round up
PHOENIX — After a lull in competition last week for most teams in the North Valley, it’s been back to work this week as we get closer to the playoffs. Here’s a look at some results from earlier … more
Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland, top, is congratulated by teammates after kicking the game winning field goal against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
Cardinals stun rival Rams on walk off field goal 18-16
NFL teams don’t typically win games exclusively scoring points via the field goal, but that’s exactly what the Arizona Cardinals (2-4) just did, as they took down the Super Bowl favorite and … more
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Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Mike LaFleur speaks to the media following a preseason to the Dallas Cowboys.
Nearly a third through, Cardinals season hangs in the balance
The Arizona Cardinals are through roughly a third of their games and, sitting at 1-4, are also a third of the way towards their preseason projected win total of 3.5, according to DraftKings. The … more
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The Cactus Shadows Falcons gather as Assistant Coach Steve Belles addresses the team after the win over NDP. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
Cactus Shadows Football crashes NDP’s homecoming party
SCOTTSDALE — Cactus Shadows Football got the best of the Notre Dame Prep Saints on Friday night, defeating them on the road 17-7. It was a big night for the Saints, who were celebrating both their … more
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Pinnacle volleyball gathers during the match against Liberty earlier this season. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
Updated volleyball rankings released
PHOENIX — The Arizona Interscholastic Association has released the updated volleyball rankings, and a number of North Valley teams find themselves towards the top. Starting out in 2A, Phoenix … more
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Quarterback Sydney Puma gets ready to take a snap in the game against McClintock on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
Weekly sports round-up 10/12-10/16
PHOENIX — It’s been a slower week of sports competition, as many schools and districts across Arizona are out on fall break. Here’s a look at some of the results from teams in the North Valley … more
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The captains of the Desert Mountain Wolves Flag Football team go out for a coin toss. (Courtesy Photo/DMGirlsFlagFB Instagram account)
New flag football rankings released
PHOENIX — The AIA has released the new flag football rankings for this week. In 6A, Pinnacle sits towards the top at no. 6 with a record of 6-1 so far on the season. After a rough loss for … more
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Iam Mizan runs the ball against Ironwood Ridge on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.
North Valley Preps outstanding athletes 10/5-10/9
PHOENIX —  It was an exciting week for a number of athletes in the North Valley. As fall sports continue, a number of them had standout games and performances. Here's a look at who excelled … more
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Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur watches against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL football game in Glendale on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026.
Cardinals fade after fast start in 45-21 loss to Lions
The Arizona Cardinals (1-4) couldn’t carry a strong first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions (3-2) through the remaining three, losing 45-21 for their fourth straight loss. Lions … more
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Horizon volleyball rallies together during a game in the 2026 season. (Independent Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)
North Valley Preps Mid-week rundown
PHOENIX — It’s been a slower week of competition so far, but a number of North Valley Preps teams have still been in action across the Valley. Here’s a review of results from Monday and … more
Brophy golf poses after a five-stroke victory over Notre Dame Prep (150) last week. (Courtesy Photo/Brophy Golf Instagram Account)
Outstanding NVP Players 9/28-10/2
PHOENIX —  As fall sports continue, there's been a number of North Valley players with outstanding performances each week. Here's a look at who excelled across fall sports last week. … more
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