The upcoming week of Arizona high school football promises to deliver some captivating matchups, despite not having the same level of excitement as the previous week. Several teams have had to adjust their schedules due to opponent cancellations, but this has opened the door for intriguing contests. Notably, the top-ranked Chandler Basha team is set to travel to California for a significant game after their impressive 37-26 victory over No. 3 Chandler, which aired on national television.
Among the most anticipated games this week is the clash between Tempe (1-0) and Scottsdale Chaparral (1-0) on September 4. Tempe, a 4A team, stepped in to fill the gap left by Saguaro's cancellation against Chaparral due to safety concerns. Both teams are coming off strong performances, with Chaparral's quarterback Ryan Trocki and Tempe's Jaleel West looking to continue their momentum from their opening games.
Another exciting matchup features Draper, Utah's Corner Canyon (3-0) visiting Peoria Liberty (1-0) on September 4. Corner Canyon has been dominant this season, outscoring opponents 140-21 in their first three games. Liberty, coming off a 58-18 victory over Mesa, will face a major test against the Utah powerhouse, having lost to them last year. Liberty's sophomore quarterback Jason Haines has been a standout player, and coach Colin Thomas has effectively integrated QB Kenny Raymond into the offense.
In a game that promises extra motivation, Glendale Cactus (1-0) will take on Goodyear Millennium (1-0) on September 4. Cactus will be looking to prove themselves after four of their players transferred to Millennium. Millennium's running back D'Mari Bryant had a stellar performance last week, rushing for 133 yards and three touchdowns. Meanwhile, Cactus is led by sophomore quarterback Jacob Martin, who had an impressive outing in his last game.
Chandler Basha (1-0) will also be in action against Orange Lutheran (1-1) on September 4. This matchup is part of a home-and-home series, and Basha is looking to build on their recent success against the Lancers, having beaten them last year. Despite their victory over Chandler, Basha dropped three spots in the USA TODAY Super 25 national rankings to No. 14, highlighting the competitive nature of high school football.
Scottsdale Desert Mountain (1-0) will host Chandler Arizona College Prep (1-0) on September 4. Desert Mountain had a commanding 62-0 win against Saguaro, but they will face a tougher challenge against the defending 5A champions. ACP's running back J.J. Horne had a remarkable performance in his last game, rushing for 309 yards and three touchdowns.
As the week progresses, the excitement builds for the matchups on September 3 and 4. Fans can participate in a poll to vote for the most intriguing game, with the poll closing at 6 p.m. on September 3. This week’s slate of games showcases the talent and competitiveness of Arizona high school football, setting the stage for thrilling action on the field.
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