Prescott High School’s star 6-foot senior point guard Uriah Tenette is one of the most dynamic scorers in Arizona high school basketball history. A gifted athlete and explosive playmaker, Tenette led the state in scoring during his junior season and capped off his career by finishing among the top five all-time scorers in Arizona. Tenette had originally committed to the University of California San Diego (UCSD), but after UCSD’s head coach accepted a new position at the University of New Mexico this weekend, Tenette has decided to reopen his college recruitment. His senior season was nothing short of elite. In…
Author: Anthony Ray
Arizona Preps is currently in Brooklyn, New York for this year’s exciting 2025 McDonald’s All-American Game, which features Arizona superstar, Perry High School 6-foot-8 senior Koa Peat (University of Arizona commit). Peat is in attendance for this year’s game, but will not be playing in the contest on Tuesday evening, due to a recently fractured hand. Recently, Peat gave a huge verbal commitment to the University of Arizona basketball program and Head Coach Tommy Lloyd and his staff on national television, ESPN. I caught up with Peat at this weekend’s scrimmage for the McDonald’s Game, and interviewed him regarding his…
One of Arizona high school basketball’s most accomplished and respected coaches, Sam Duane Jr., has officially stepped down as the Head Coach of Perry High School – ending an historic chapter that saw him lead two powerhouse programs to statewide dominance. Duane, who led Perry to four consecutive state championships, leaves behind a legacy of excellence, discipline, and development. Prior to his time at Perry, he turned Corona del Sol High School into a dynasty, also guiding them to (4) consecutive state titles from 2012 to 2015 and solidifying the program’s place in Arizona basketball history. His overall coaching record…
Former top-rated Division-I coach Andre LaFleur has been named as the new Head Coach of Gilbert High School’s basketball program. A coach with a decorated collegiate coaching career, LaFleur has been appointed as the new head coach of Gilbert High School – succeeding former longtime Head Coch Jay Caserio. LaFleur’s arrival is set to usher in a new era for the program. LaFleur brings a wealth of experience from his time in college basketball. He was an assistant coach at UCONN, where he helped the Huskies win two national championships, and compiled a 258-88 record. He then spent (5) years…
Former NBA star and Arizona high school basketball legend Mike Bibby has been named as the new Head Coach of the Sacramento State men’s basketball program, marking a major moment for both Bibby and the Hornets’ program. Bibby brings a winning pedigree to Sacramento State, having carved out success at every level of the game. A superstar performer at Shadow Mountain High School, Bibby earned Mr. Basketball USA honors in 1996 and led his team to a state championship. He went on to star at the University of Arizona, where he helped the Wildcats win the 1997 NCAA National Championship…
The college basketball landscape is shifting dramatically, and at the center of that shift is the NCAA Transfer Portal. Once a background element in college sports, the portal has now become a major player in shaping rosters, redefining recruiting strategies and creating new challenges for high school athletes chasing their college dreams. In 2023 alone, over 31,000 student-athletes entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, according to RealResponse, with roughly 45% finding new homes at different schools. That means nearly half of all portal entrants successfully transferred – a staggering number that signals just how much college programs now value experienced players…
In an era dominated by high school transfers and constant program changes, Perry High School’s superstar 6-foot-8 senior Koa Peat has remained loyal to his roots, and in doing so, has carved out a legendary high school career that will be remembered for decades. Peat is not only the top unsigned senior in the country, but also a beacon of consistency, leadership and championship-level dominance. A consensus five-star recruit and Top 10 ranked player nationally by everyone, Peat has led Perry High School to four consecutive State Championships – winning (3) consecutive Open Division State Championships in the process -…
The 2024–25 season will be remembered as a banner year for the Pima College men’s basketball program. Under the direction and advanced leadership of Head Coach Brian Peabody, the Aztecs compiled a stunning 35-1 overall record this season – capturing a Conference Championship and finishing third in the NJCAA Division-II National Tournament, and solidifying their place among the elite programs in the country. From the start of the season, the Aztecs were on a mission – overwhelming opponents with their relentless pace, deep bench and championship mindset. Pima was the highest-scoring team in NJCAA Division-II, averaging a blistering 99.5 points…
Rebounding is one of the most critical and often overlooked aspects of the game of basketball. The ability to control the boards can change the outcome of a game — turning defensive stops into fast breaks and missed shots into second-chance points. This season, several Arizona High School standouts made their presence known in the paint. Whether it was through sheer size, relentless effort or impeccable timing, these players consistently crashed the glass and anchored their teams down low. According to MaxPreps.com, here are the top rebounders across the state for the 2024–2025 high school basketball season: Top 3 Rebounders…
The 2024-2025 Arizona High School boy’s basketball season delivered some of the most exciting and dominant individual performances in recent memory. Across the state, elite scorers have stepped up and carried their teams on their backs, delivering incredible offensive numbers while elevating the level of competition in every division. Headlining this season’s list of amazing scorers is 5-foot-10 junior point guard C.J. Williams of American Leadership Academy (Sierra Vista), who put together one of the most explosive scoring seasons in state history – averaging a jaw-dropping 43.2 points per game. His relentless scoring ability has not only made him a…