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Buena went from 0-26 in 2016 to a serious contender in the 5A state race this spring and it was an impressive climb. The Colts finished that winless year ranked last at 53rd under first-year coach Cole Colvin but the team made a huge jump to 27th in 2017 and a playoff spot came in 2018 with a No. 24 ranking. Then came 2019…..
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Tanque Verde girls basketball coach Michael Edwards picked up his 100th career win at Douglas last Friday. The Hawks are 17-4 and the team is ranked No. 5 in the 3A Conference as of Tuesday morning.
5th & final season & that’s #100
Been an honor to coach some amazing kids at @TanqVerdeHS over the last 5 seasons.
While I may be the HC, every win has been solely because of our kids, past & present. I thank you all for buying in & being part of the journey!#Family pic.twitter.com/N5Lh76fcrP
— TVHS Lady Hawks (@tvhsgbb) January 11, 2020
Rio Rico junior April Martinez broke 1,000 career points in a 52-30 win over Douglas Tuesday night. Her senior teammate Luisayde Chavez broke 1,500 career points.
Let’s go Hawks. April Martinez’s 1000th point!!!!! Now let’s win this!!!!! Hawk Pride!!!!! pic.twitter.com/lKoievDYXX
— Rio Rico Athletics (@RR_Athletics) January 15, 2020
Baboquivari senior Autumn Nelson broke 1,000 career points last Thursday against Tombstone. The No. 2 Warriors have back-to-back 1A state runner-up finishes.
Sabino standout Kamryn Doty broke 1,000 career points to help keep the Sabercats at 8-0 in power0ranking games.
Just finished my grandaughter's scrapbook page. Unfortunately I wasn't present when she scored her 1,000th point…otherwise it would of been extra special. So proud of you….keep up the hardwork and dedication. Follow your dreams. One proud nana♥️🏀 pic.twitter.com/mm4ZEeok7M
— Frances (@Frances80027077) January 13, 2020
Sahuaro junior Lucky Franke has 923 career points and she is on target to break 1,000 in late January.
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