Central High School
Bobcats
Conference
5A Desert West
City
Phoenix, AZ
Colors
Red & Gray
School Type
Public
Events
Monday September 28th
Tuesday September 29th
Wednesday September 30th
Thursday October 1st
Friday October 2nd
Saturday October 3rd
Tuesday October 6th
Thursday October 8th
Stories
- Central defends 5A crown Seniors go out with first titles in school history
- Basha outlasts Central in high-scoring game The Bears go on 11-3 run to top Bobcats, 91-87, behind Kingston Montague and Mason Magee
- Grades before games: Coach Sanchez makes the classroom a priority at Central Sanchez is retooling the program and is prioritizing grades for his players. Setting them up for the future with or without football
- From little brother to team leader: Jesse Padilla steps up for Central Bobcats Jesse Padilla grew up looking up to his older brother and dreaming of playing under the bright lights
- Central starts season strong with win against Metro Tech High School Central High School boys basketball team defeats Metro Tech High School with a final score of 110-27
- For KhaVontae Paul, faith, family and football guide his journey Backed by determination and the people who believe in him most, Ironwood’s standout has become a leader beyond the game.
- Gracia shines as North shuts Central out 21-0 in region opener In his first start of the season, North High’s Xavier “X” Gracia stepped up for the injured Eli Manzanares, sparking the Mustangs’ offense and helping secure a dominant 21-0 win behind a relentless defensive effort.
- Betty Fairfax wins Phoenix Union tournament Seniors Harper Swope and Owen Stroop lead the way for Stampede
- Cortez falls to Central in competitive meet Colts boys get the win, but Bobcats girls were too much
- Betty Fairfax stomps Central in 3-set match Stampede overwhelms Bobcats with solid offensive game
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