Desert Speed School alum and Pittsburgh Pirates first-round draft pick Nick Gonzales was named an Arizona Fall League Top Performer recently, following a strong offensive performance at the plate for the Peoria Javelinas. From MLB.com: Gonzales reached base four times with two singles and two walks in Peoria’s loss, driving in a … Read More
Six Desert Speed School athletes earned postseason recognition following the high school season. The list is highlighted by CDO infielder Jacob Charlson, who was a 2022 State Champion as part of the CDO state title-winning team. Complete list of players recognized include: Jacob Charlson, CDO – AZPreps365 2nd-team, AllSportsTucson 2nd-team Ryan … Read More
Desert Speed School athlete Jacob Charlson and his CDO teammates rallied to come back and win the 4A State Championship over Salpointe on Monday night. As reported by the Arizona Daily Star, CDO came back from down 3-0 to win a 7-6 thriller – aided by two RBI by Charlson – … Read More
Desert Speed School athlete and Pima College infielder Preston Clifford was named first-team All-ACCAC and first-team Region. From the Pima Aztecs press release: Sophomore infielder Preston Clifford (Sabino HS) was named first team All-ACCAC and first team All-Region I, Division I. He batted .379 in 54 games played with 177 at-bats. He tied … Read More
Desert Speed School athlete and Salpointe centerfielder Gunner Geile is among the Southern Arizona leaders in home runs, according to MaxPreps stats. Geile’s 3 home runs midway through the season put him in 10th place among all players.
Desert Speed School athlete and Sabino grad Preston Clifford was instrumental in a Pima College sweep of #1-nationally ranked Central Arizona College recently. As reported by Nate Martinez of AllSportsTucson, Clifford went 3-for-5 from the plate with a run and an RBI, helping lead the Aztecs to 6-3 and 12-6 wins … Read More