The Tucson Summer Pro League, an annual summer tradition in Tucson that has featured some of the top UofA and local talent, has recently expanded to include a youth league for middle-school athletes as well. This year, two Desert Speed School athletes – Victor Yevzerov and Nick Del Bosque – were selected to the league … Read More
Desert Speed School athlete and Sabino grad Marcus Edwards, now a sophomore defensive end for the Naval Academy, was recently honored for his work in the classroom, earning American Athletic Conference All-Academic team recognition. Full story…
Desert Speed School athletes Nikya Orange and Emma Morris have been taking on some of the top girls basketball teams in the country at this week’s Nike Tournament of Champions. Their Tucson Rattlers team is undefeated in the Chicago tournament as they wrap up pool play and move on to the bracket. An … Read More
Desert Speed School athlete and 3A Player of the Year Preston Clifford, fresh off leading Sabino to a state championship, has committed to play baseball at New Mexico State, according to Andy Morales of AllSportsTucson. A .398 hitter for Sabercats who also boasted a 9-0 record on the mound as a pitcher, Clifford … Read More
I was recently asked to appear on a local radio station to share about the Desert Speed School. The host, Chris DeSimone, asked if I would bring an athlete with me to share their perspective on the training. Immediately, I called up Jason Sweet, who to this day remains one … Read More
The spring high school season was another successful time for our Desert Speed School athletes, with 30 players across 5 sports named as Spring All-Stars. The list is highlighted by one All-American and five Players of the Year: Daniel Durazo (4A baseball), Preston Clifford (3A baseball), Nate Maltry (Lacrosse All-American and Southern Arizona Player … Read More