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Desert Mountain's Christian McComber and Davian Whitener get in on a tackle against Chaparral on Oct. 16, 2026.

North Valley Preps outstanding performers 10/12-10/16

PHOENIX — It was a slower week of competition last week for teams across the North Valley as a number of schools were on fall break. Despite there being fewer games and events, here were some … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/21/26

O'Connor captains at center field for the coin toss during the game against Pinnacle on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. (Az Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)

No. 5 O’Connor Flag Football soars past no. 6 Pinnacle

PHOENIX — It was a bit more of a lopsided game than one would have expected when no. 5 O’Connor Flag Football faced off against no. 6 Pinnacle on Tuesday evening. The Eagles got off to a fast … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/21/26

Xavier Cross Country at the John Gleeson Lancer Invitational in Tucson over the weekend. (Courtesy Photo/Xavier CC Instagram account)

Xavier Cross Country wins John Gleeson Lancer Invitational

TUCSON — The Xavier Gators Cross Country team had a strong showing over the weekend at the John Gleeson Lancer Invitational in Tucson. The Gators took home first place as a team with an … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/19/26

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

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/15/26

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

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/15/26

Chantel Newman runs during a practice with Xavier College Prep. (Submitted Photo/Nissa Kubley)

Xavier’s Chantel Newman sets the pace in the classroom and on the course

PHOENIX — Before most of the world begins its day, Chantel Newman is already chasing her next goal, one stride at a time. For the Xavier College Prep senior, the challenge is part of the appeal. A … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/15/26

Vedder Wolfley gets to the quarterback in the game against Cactus earlier this year. (Courtesy Photo/Vedder Wolfley Instagram account)

Horizon’s Vedder Wolfley named Cardinals HS Player of the Week

SCOTTSDALE — Horizon junior Vedder Wolfley has been named the Arizona Cardinals High School Player of the Week for his performance in the 34-21 victory over Cactus Shadows on Thursday evening. … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/14/26

Horizon flag football's opening drive against the McClintock Chargers on Oct. 13, 2026. (Independent Newsmedia/Brittany Bowyer)

Horizon Flag Football holds McClintock scoreless en route to victory

SCOTTSDALE — Things are continuing to click on all cylinders for the Horizon Huskies flag football team, who are currently ranked no. 1 in 5A. The Huskies played like a championship-caliber team … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/14/26

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

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/13/26

Xavier College Prep's bracket for the Duel in the Desert Tournament. (Courtesy Photo/Epic Tourneys Instagram account)

Xavier Flag Football to play in Duel at Dusk Tournament

MESA — The Xavier Gators flag football team is preparing to play in the third annual Duel at Dusk tournament on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. The Gators are one of sixteen teams set to participate. … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/13/26

Brophy junior Ian Palumbo commits to the University of Notre Dame for baseball. (Courtesy Photo/Ian Palumbo Instagram account)

Brophy junior Ian Palumbo commits to Notre Dame Baseball

PHOENIX — Brophy junior baseball player Ian Palumbo has announced his commitment to continue his academic and athletic career at the University of Notre Dame. The announcement came on Monday … more

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/12/26

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

By Brittany Bowyer
Mail | 10/12/26

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