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Arizona High School Sports Enter Playoffs Across Multiple Disciplines

The Arizona Interscholastic Association kicks off playoff tournaments for boys' and girls' soccer, as well as girls' basketball, with top teams vying for state titles.

Salpointe Catholic senior Nico Valenzuela runs off the pitch with his teammates carrying the 4A Championship Trophy after they beat Saguaro 4-1 at Glendale High School on Feb. 24, 2023.
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Perry goalie Trinity Lujan (1) comes in for a diving save against Xavier Prep midfielder Liv Yu (10) during a game at Perry High School in Gilbert on Jan. 25, 2024.

Overview

  • The Arizona girls' high school winter soccer playoffs begin, featuring top-ranked Phoenix Xavier Preparatory Gators aiming for a fourth consecutive 6A state title.
  • Arizona boys' high school soccer playoffs start, with defending champions Perry Pumas and top-ranked Sunnyside among the teams to watch in the 6A conference.
  • The second edition of the Arizona girls' high school basketball Open Division playoffs is underway, with Phoenix Xavier Prep and Chandler Hamilton leading as favorites.
  • Key matchups and storylines emerge across sports, highlighting the competitive landscape and potential for upsets in the state tournaments.
  • Teams across the state demonstrate depth and talent, with players from various schools contributing to their teams' success and aiming for championship glory.