520 Elite wins Scout Invitational
Speed School athlete and star Salpointe outfielder Daniel Durazo was part of 520 Elite’s championship win in the Scout Invitational 18U showcase tournament, held recently in Mesa. Full story…
Salpointe’s Mele named to 2017 watch list
Speed School athlete and University of Washington commit Matteo Mele was named to the watch list for the 2017 Ed Doherty Award. The award, which is in its 22nd year, honors the top high school football talent in Arizona and is awarded annually at season’s end. Full story… (Photo credit: Kelly Presnell, Arizona … Read More
Salpointe’s Bollinger commits to Idaho State
Speed School athlete Lauren Bollinger has committed to Idaho State, according to AllSportsTucson.com. Bollinger, a junior defender and All-State selection, is part of the 2016 state championship Salpointe soccer team. Full story… (Photo credit: Andy Morales)
Five Speed School athletes part of Salpointe state championship
Avenging a year-old loss in the 2016 state title game, Salpointe was dominant in a 4-0 win in this year’s 4A state championship win over defending champion Notre Dame. Three out of Salpointe’s four goals in the title game were scored by Speed School athletes: Kate Connelly (17′), Catalina Alvarado (45′), Paloma Teran (60′). The trio … Read More
Three Speed School athletes named 2016 Players of the Year
Sabino’s James Offerman and Salpointe’s Cameron Tober were each named 2016 Defensive Players of the Year at their respective 3A and 4A levels. The two defensive players join St. David quarterback Travis Davis, who was recently named the 1A Player of the Year. Offerman, a two-way fullback/linebacker, was named the 3A Defensive Player of the Year … Read More
Speed School athletes crucial to ground game
Salpointe sophomore running back Mario Padilla has gotten recognition for his play all season, and deservedly so. With fellow Speed School athletes CJ Franks and Alec Bon blocking up front, he has over 1,300 yards rushing on the season to go along with 18 touchdowns. Padilla sat down with Arizona Daily … Read More