Central High School
Bobcats
Conference
5A Desert West
City
Phoenix, AZ
Colors
Red & Gray
School Type
Public
Events
Monday October 19th
Tuesday October 20th
Wednesday October 21st
Thursday October 22nd
Friday October 23rd
Monday October 26th
Tuesday October 27th
Wednesday October 28th
Thursday October 29th
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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