The Arizona Republic has released its preseason top 10 rankings for 6A high school football, dominating the list are three teams from Chandler. The defending Open Division champion Basha heads the rankings, boasting 14 committed Division I seniors and a solid all-around team. The season kicks off this week, allowing fans to vote for their favorite team to take the top spot as teams vie for a chance to advance to the Open Division playoffs.

By the Numbers
  • Basha features 14 seniors committed to Division I colleges.
  • Casteel is the defending 6A state champion, with expectations to continue competing at a high level.
State of Play
  • The Arizona high school football season begins this week for the 6A, 5A, and 4A conferences.
  • Teams will compete for advancement to the Open Division playoffs, adding significance to regular-season matchups.
What's Next

The first big matchup is between Basha and Chandler on August 29, a rematch of last year's title game. The performance in upcoming games will influence rankings and votes for the best team this season.

Bottom Line

As the high school football season kicks off, Basha's depth and talent position them as strong contenders, but with fierce competition from Chandler and Hamilton, rankings could shift quickly. Fans are encouraged to actively vote while the season unfolds.