As reported by Andy Morales of AZPreps365, 3A Tanque Verde softball had an impressive run through the Dorado Classic, going 6-2 over three days to make it to the championship game, where they eventually lost to 5A powerhouse and host school CDO. The Hawks picked up wins over traditionally strong … Read More
As reported by Andy Morales of AllSportsTucson, Salpointe recently hosted their spring Signing Day for athletes making collegiate commitments, and four Desert Speed School athletes were among those signing their national letters-of-intent with schools around the country. Among those who were included in the signing day: Izaiah Moraga, South Mountain … Read More
An family of Desert Speed School athletes was recently highlighted by a Arizona Daily Star article by Greg Hansen. As Hansen writes: When Jake Johnson won a state championship as part of the Mica Mountain High football team last week, he added to an impressive family legacy of winners. Jake, a senior wide receiver … Read More
An annual Southern Arizona tradition, longtime Arizona Daily Star sportswriter Greg Hansen has compiled his year-end list of top local sports figures at the high school, collegiate, and professional level. Three Desert Speed School athletes were among those recognized: 78. Cisco Llamas. As Sahuaro raced to a second-place finish in the 4A state … Read More
Twenty Desert Speed School athletes at all levels were included in AllSportTucson’s 2024 Honor Roll. Particular congratulations goes out to University of Arizona softball and Tucson High grad Carlie Scupin, who completed her storied collegiate career with the Wildcats in 2024. Complete list of athletes recognized included: Chris Arvizu, Tucson High … Read More
Three Desert Speed School athletes now competing at the collegiate level were recently recognized with academic honors from the 2023-24 academic year. Locally, Catalina Foothills grad and Pima College sprinter Paden Hall was named a 3rd-Team Academic All-American, while fellow Pima College athlete Jasmin Joseph – an outside hitter for the … Read More