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TEAMS TO KNOW 2026: Liberty (AZ)
Liberty enters 2026 coming off a 10-2 season and an Arizona Open Division semifinal appearance.
The Lions return 5 starters on offense and 4 on defense under head coach Colin Thomas, led by RB Jayden Sanchez, WR Braxton Huynh, OL TJ Gardner, S Cannon Collins, and CB Kadin Young
With newcomers Chase Ochoa and Brayden Howland joining the mix, plus major games against Corner Canyon, Basha, and Hamilton, Liberty will be tested before chasing another Open Division run.
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TEAMS TO KNOW 2026: Basha (AZ)
Basha enters 2026 coming off a 12-1 season and an Arizona Open State Championship. With a strong core back and a loaded schedule featuring Chandler, Orange Lutheran (CA), Liberty, Red Mountain, Brophy Prep, and Perry, the Bears are built to stay in the national conversation.
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