Kye de Laveaga Highlight Video
Author: azpreps
Horizon High School’s 6-foot-2 junior guard Kye De Laveaga has developed as a player at his own pace – something we have talked about over the past several years of high school. Many talk about the fact that Kye has developed as a player much differently than his younger brother, Horizon HS 6-foot-2 sophomore guard Tate De Laveaga. Both sons of a former sharp-shooting professional player, Jeff De Laveaga – Tate developed early as a competitor, while Kye has taken more time to develop physically. While Kye has had tremendous success under the coaching of his father on the club…
Friday night marked a much anticipated rematch between Peoria (18-1) and Kellis High School (17-1). ArizonaPreps.com was on-hand for the action as Peoria rolled into the gym with the intentions of sweeping the season series, while Kellis tried to avenge their embarrassing 19-point road loss at Peoria, which was their only blemish on the season. The house was packed in anticipation, with standing room only available as the two powerhouses were ready to rumble. Both teams’ crowds were exchanging in a verbal war to set the mood for a dogfight in Glendale. The game would get out to an emotional…
Mesa Mountain View and Desert Vista High School’s girl’s basketball programs are two of the top programs in the state, and both programs are on pace again for another exciting conclusion to the high school season. Both of this year’s two teams also faired very well in the recent Nike Tournament of Champions, as Mountain View (18-2) won this year’s Desper Division Championship, and Desert Vista (18-4) would fall in the championship game of the Gray Division. With both teams matching up Thursday evening, #3 ranked Mountain View would look to make a statement, while #7 ranked Desert Vista would…
In a ACCAC battle Wednesday evening, South Mountain (18-2) hosted Mesa Junior College (13-7). With South Mountain JC currently ranked #2 in the conference, Wednesday evening’s match-up with Mesa loomed large in their attempt to stay in the hunt for the top spot in the division. South Mountain would build a quick and early lead in the game’s first half, behind the play of 6-foot-4 sophomore wing Sergio Gonzalez. With 6-foot-4 sophomore, do-it-all forward Mike Craig (Texas-Southern Signee) distributing the basketball at a high clip, Gonzalez would do his part in scoring from all angles of the floor and spreading…
ArizonaVarsity.com continues their player rankings with the latest edition – 2013 class. The rankings staff has put in countless hours evaluating players as well as incorporating input from coaches from around the state.
Arizona’s 2015 class of girl prospects is loaded with talent. One of the top prospects in the class is Desert Vista High School’s 6-foot-3, 150-pound freshman post Kristine Anigwe. A promising talent, Anigwe has played major minutes this season in helping the Thunder to an impressive start to the season. Desert Vista (18-3) recently lost to Centennial HS (CA) in the Grey Division championship game of this year’s Nike Tournament of Champions, after turning in a very strong performance in the event. Since the loss, the Thunder has rolled – winning their last 8 games in a row and in…
The MLK Classic took place in a big way across the state of Arizona on Monday at several different locations. With basketball being played at Wells Fargo Arena, Grand Canyon University and also the University of Arizona for this year’s event, and at the same time, a serious congratulations and thanks goes out to Event Organizers, Marc Beasley and Dr. Steve Hogan for their brilliant work and dedication to Arizona high school basketball. While sitting and watching games on Monday, I was amazed at the thought of just how much work went into such an event. Think of how many…
WHAT: 5th Annual JUCO-MLK Basketball Classic WHEN: Saturday, Janaury 14, 2012 WHERE: Mesa Community College 5th Annual JUCO-MLK Basketball Classic Game Schedule 11AM – Eastern Arizona vs. Chandler-Gilbert Community College (women) 1PM – Eastern Arizona vs. Chandler-Gilbert Community College (men) 3PM – Phoenix College vs. Mesa Community College (women) 5PM – Phoenix College vs. Mesa Community College (men) The goal of the event is to bring attention to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through the recognition and celebration of those in the community. Through the games, the student-athletes are recognized. Through the national anthem singers and halftime…