The playoff brackets have officially kicked off, bringing new format changes and controversy as teams fight for every inch. With no margin for error moving forward, each snap now carries the weight of legacy and one ultimate champion remains standing.

Hamilton dominated in a highly anticipated matchup against nationally ranked Basha, powered by the explosive duo of Jax Sculley and Roy Oliver III. With Oliver setting a new AIA 6A record for touchdown receptions, the Huskies’ confidence and grit carried them to a statement win heading into the postseason.

Arizona State fell into an early 10-0 hole, plagued by penalties and the absence of key playmakers, while Houston’s Conner Weigman and Dean Connors orchestrated a relentless offensive assault. Despite a late rally behind Jeff Sims, the Sun Devils’ comeback hopes were dashed, closing the night with a 24-16 defeat and a lesson in discipline—on and off the field.

Mountain Ridge senior athletes are making an impact beyond the field—connecting with the next generation at Copper Creek Elementary through reading, helping, and giving back to their community.

Northern Arizona is proving to be a rising FCS power. Led by QB Ty Pennington and WR Kolbe Katsis, the Lumberjacks sit at 3-1 and tied atop the Big Sky. With a key showdown against Montana State, NAU controls its playoff destiny.

The Sun Devil turns heads seemingly every Saturday, and soon to be every Sunday.