-
Championship Athletics
The Chandler Unified School District is a premier district of choice with a rich athletic tradition at the highest level of interscholastic athletics. It is our goal that students experience not only all of the tremendous academic opportunities available to them, but also achieve all of their athletic objectives. Our coaches, administrators and support staff are all ready to assist.
Scroll down to check out our BRAGS in Athletics below!
- Click on the mascot icon for any school below to find out more about the school.
- Click here for information about Athletics in CUSD.
- Click here for information about Open Enrollment in Chandler Unified's outstanding schools.
Our BRAGS!
Honors, Awards and Special Programs
• See ALL CUSD Brags
• Choose a School or Brag Category
• BRAG about your school!
Arizona College Prep Middle School (2021-2022) 
Arizona College Prep Middle School's seventh and eighth grade girls volleyball teams held a Dig Pink event on September 7 and raised nearly $3,000 in support of the Side-Out Foundation. ACPVB has held Dig Pink events since 2015 and has donated over $20,000 towards breast cancer research. Go, Knights!
Casteel High (2021-2022) 
Casteel High School sophomore Joshua Corbin represented Arizona at the 2021 USA Karate National Championships and Team Trials over Labor Day weekend. Joshua brought home a Bronze medal in Kumite to Chandler Martial Arts Center and the USA Karate Arizona ASO team!
Casteel High (2021-2022) 
Casteel High senior on the Unified cheer team, Sam Derivan, was featured in Times Square over the weekend. ABC15.com article and video: Two Valley girls featured in Times Square presentation
Hamilton High (2021-2022) 
The Hamilton Boys Golf team travelled to Fort Worth, Texas this past weekend and competed in the prestigious Bart Granger Memorial Tournament. The team took home the first-place trophy, beating 52 of the best teams from Texas and Arizona. Congratulations to the following team members for their outstanding performance:- Nick Lippe
- Vincent Cervantes
- Mahanth Chirravuri
- Kush Shah
- Wyatt Chapman
- Anawin Pickulthong
Basha High (2021-2022) 
Gabbie Garcia was invited to the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation (NSAF) High School Outdoor National Championships, Presented by Nike, at the University of Oregon. Gabbie finished 5th in America (#1 freshmen) with a would be Arizona State Record javelin throw of 152 feet 8 inches! VIDEO: Jade Kwinn and Gabriella Garcia 4th and 5th Place Girls Javelin Championship - The Outdoor Nationals, Presented by Nike 2021
Perry High (2021-2022) 
Congratulations to Jen Burks from Perry High school who was named the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) 6A Athletic Director of the Year. Former CUSD athletic director Marcus Williams was also an AIA Meritorious Award winner.
Casteel High (2021-2022) 
Casteel High School's Unified football team, coached by Beth Krohmer, brought home a win for their opening game of the season. The cheer team, coached by Michelle Capriotti, kept the crowd on their feet!
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Congratulations to CHS Badminton on their excellent showing at the Highland Flying Feathers Tournament. Seniors Mattie Shumaker and Tegan Sanders went undefeated all weekend and won the Flying Feathers Doubles A Championship. Great work, Wolves!
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Congratulations to Chandler High senior Mattie Shumaker who was selected for the Highland Flying Feathers All-Tourney team.
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Brandon Buckner (Class of 2021- currently at the University of Oregon) was honored during the inaugural USA Today High School Sports Awards celebration. Brandon was named Arizona's Football Defensive Player of the Year.
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Zach Espalin (Class of 2021 - currently at the US Naval Academy), was honored during the inaugural USA Today High School Sports Awards celebration. Zach was named Arizona's Boys Wrestler of the Year.
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Three CHS athletes were honored during the inaugural USA TODAY High School Sports Awards celebration on August 5th. USA TODAY celebrated the most elite high school athletes, coaches, and teams at the national level. Out of the top 21 athletes honored across Arizona, Chandler High had three!
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Trinity Henderson (CHS Senior), was honored during the inaugural USA Today High School Sports Awards celebration. Trinity was named Arizona's Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year.
Chandler High (2021-2022) 
Dillon Hunter, CHS Senior and a member of the soccer team, was named a 2020-2021 Scholar Athlete of the Year by the National Alliance of African American Athletes- Phoenix Chapter. Dillon maintains a 3.3 GPA while involved in numerous activities in and outside of school.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Humphrey Campus (2021-2022) 
Fourth grader Liam Bowersox is an official sponsored BMX rider. He took first place out of 23 riders in Nitro Circus competition in California. Congratulations, Liam!
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence Campus (2021-2022) 
Hunter Wilkes teaches her PE students how to use teamwork to construct a pyramid out of hula-hoops.
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Eighteen Chandler High student-athletes participated in Spring Signing Day and signed letters of intent to compete in athletics at the collegiate level.
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Chandler High track coaches and athletes received CUSD and Premier Region recognition:- All-Premier Girls Track Team: Athlete of the Year: Trinity Henderson (pictured); Coach of the Year: Eric Richardson; 1st Team: Trinity Henderson, Sheena Cumberbatch, Makayla Long, Makayla Hunter, Tara Sommerville, Imani Sells, Eryn Garrett, Kylee Kragrud, Jocelyn Johnson, and Katelyn Kragrud
- All-CUSD Girls Track Team 1st Team: Trinity Henderson, Jocelyn Johnson, Erykah Garrett, Sheena Curmberbatch, Makayla Hunter, Eryn Garrett, and Tara Sommerville
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Devyn Rodriguez was named First Team Singles for All-CUSD and the Premier Region in Tennis. Devyn and Macy Winn were also named First Team Doubles.
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Several CHS boys volleyball players received All-Premier Region and All-CUSD team recognition. All-Premier Region:- Carson Winn - Defensive Player of the Year
- Gunner Rodarte - First Team Hitter/Middle Blocker
- Wyatt Brown - Second Team Hitter/Middle Blocker
- Ryder Kelley - Second Team Setter/Middle Blocker
- Tyler Henderson, Drew Steele - Honorable Mention
- Gunner Rodarte, Carson Winn - First Team
- Wyatt Brown, Tyler Henderson - Honorable Mention
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
The CHS softball team received All-Premier Region and All-CUSD team recognition. All-Premier Region:- Brynn-Jordan Smythe, Brianna Williams - 1st Team Position Player
- Cassandra Montano, Anisa Reynolds - 2nd Team Position Player
- Alex Martinez, Laila Hasan - Honorable Mention
- Brynn-Jordan Smythe - 1st Team Outfielder
- Cassandra Montano, Anisa Reynolds - Honorable Mention
- Brianna Williams - 1st Team Infielder
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to Cassandra Montano who participated in Spring Signing Day and signed a letter of intent to compete in softball at Mesa Community College.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to Drew Steele who participated in Spring Signing Day and signed a letter of intent to compete in volleyball at Queens University.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to our Chandler High athletes who signed college athletic letters of intent during Spring Signing Day to compete in baseball: Jackson York - Lancaster Bible College; Patrick Morris and Danny Noli - Chandler-Gilbert Community College; Michael Martinez and Anthony Makinster - Benedict College (SC); Brok Liu - Emory University; and Michael Kasik - Concordia University.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to our Chandler High athletes who signed college athletic letters of intent during Spring Signing Day to compete in cross country/track: Sophia Hackett - Portland State University; and Tomas Soqui - Mesa Community College.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to our Chandler High athletes who signed college athletic letters of intent during Spring Signing Day to compete in basketball: Carson Kelly - Scottsdale Community College; and Elijah Johnson - George Fox University.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to our Chandler High Cross athletes who signed college athletic letters of intent during Spring Signing Day to compete in track and field: Erykah Garrett and Eryn Garrett - Jackson State University.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to Makenna Carrillo who participated in Spring Signing Day and signed a letter of intent to compete in volleyball at Cal State University Stanislaus.
Chandler High (2020-2021)
Congratulations to our Chandler High athletes who signed college athletic letters of intent during Spring Signing Day to compete in football: Mason Winkelmann - Lake Forest College; and Anthony Brewer - Augustana University.
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Chandler High track coaches and athletes received CUSD and Premier Region recognition:- All-Premier Boys Track Team 1st Team: Tyson Tippett, Danny Jenkins, Jamere Haskell, Amar Elmore, Andereya Nsubuga, Eli Sanders, Deven Shepherd, Otis Knapper, and Pablo Mejia; Coach of the Year- Matt Lincoln
- All-CUSD Boys Track Team 1st Team: Quaron Adams, Travis Roberts, Jamere Haskell, and Amar Elmore
Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Ryanh Morales has maintained a 4.54 GPA and earned honorable mention all-region honors as a varsity basketball player. In his free time Ryanh volunteered for several community service projects while also operating his own online business and successfully day trading stocks. He will be obtaining his real estate license this summer and has been accepted by and is considering Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University to study finance and accounting. Ryanh would like to thank his all of his teachers and classmates as well as his ACP coaches for a great experience. ACP Erie Senior Highlights
Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Jack Tawney played basketball, volleyball and football. He enjoyed being a student athlete and maintained a strong GPA that has allowed him to attend NAU in the Fall with the full-tuition Lumberjack Scholarship. Jack also completed over 100 hours of volunteer time during his four years of high school. Some of this time included working at an Ironman event, moving an elementary school of furniture, and reading to elementary students. Jack enjoyed participating in the Best Buddies Club, Key Club, and Student Union for Change. He is graduating Cum Laude and is majoring in Business and Administration at NAU. ACP Erie Senior Highlights
Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Mark Chavez has been an ACP Knight since 7th grade. He will graduate cum laude from Arizona College Prep - Erie. Mark is a Chandler Impact Scholar and holds an academic letter 4.0 award for all four years of high school. He is proud to be an inaugural member of ACP's football program and to be ACP's first quarterback. Mark has received the Presidential scholarship to continue his football and academics at Lake Forest College in Illinois. ACP Erie Senior Highlights
Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Caden Churnetski enjoyed his career at ACP, experiencing a variety of activities and cherishing quality time with friends. Having competitive passion for sports, Caden played football, basketball and volleyball. He also represented ACP on the AIA's Student Athletic Leadership Advisory Committee, working to support the future of high school sports in Arizona. Caden participated in a wide range of volunteering activities. With Best Buddies, which creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Caden supported several events like the Talent Show, Carnival, and Buddy Prom. He volunteered at church events and with his sports teams raising money for Salvation Army. Focused on business and statistics, Caden was a member of DECA. Caden had an internship with Tracking Football, a recruiting and athletic analytics service for NCAA and NFL players. He will graduate cum laude and attend W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University on scholarship. ACP Erie Senior Highlights
Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Kellen Gibson was a varsity level four-sport athlete in hockey, football, wrestling, and track and field. He helped establish the ACP football program and served as captain for 4 years. Kellen was also a four-time wrestling sectional champion, four-time state qualifier, and the Division III State Champion (220 lbs weight class). He made the all-state academic team in hockey, football, and wrestling and was a state qualifier in the Discus. Kellen excelled in the classroom, maintaining a 4.0 unweighted GPA throughout high school. He was a three-year member of NHS, part of Knights Connection Program mentoring incoming freshmen, and will graduate as an AP Scholar. A Triple Impact Competitor Scholar Athlete, ACP Football Legacy Scholarship winner, and finalist for the AIA Scholar Athletic award, Kellen will be attending Johns Hopkins University to play football and major in biology with emphasis in pre-medicine. He plans on applying to medical school to become a medical professional. ACP Erie Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Kylie Williams has been a phenomenal student. She is well liked and always willing to help out her peers and educators. In addition, she has excelled in tennis throughout her four years at Casteel. She has signed with Mesa Community College to continue with her athletics and academics. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Daeja Johnson is the model female student athlete for all other female athletes to follow at Casteel. She is the embodiment of the school motto: Courage, Character and Commitment. She has been a driving force in developing the culture of the basketball program and the school in its brief history. She has a clear mind and passion for learning and improving her craft. She has a massive heart: she truly cares and has genuine interactions with everyone she crosses paths with. She has a tremendous work ethic and is a fierce competitor, challenging those around her to be better while always pushing herself to be her best. While a tremendous player, Daeja is an even better person and young woman of character. She is committed to achieving her personal goals of playing college basketball and excelling in the classroom. A kind and generous young woman who goes out of her way to make everyone feel welcome and included, Daeja is unconditionally accepting of others. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Fun fact: in true Generation Z fashion, Natalie Nguyen was hired by a toy company based on her meme account! Athletically, Natalie has been a leader in Varsity Winterguard for the last three years -- which only deepened her passion for choreography and dance. An AP Scholar, Natalie has accumulated several academic accolades including: Science Student of the Year, Chinese Student of the Year, National Yearbook design, and four straight years of community service awards. Natalie is going to ASU Polytech School of Engineering and has accepted both the ASU Presidential Award and the prestigious "Raise Me" scholarship. We wish Natalie well, and know she will be an excellent Sun Devil. Fear the Fork! Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: A 4-year varsity starter for football, Brock Dieu will graduate cum laude with a 4.0 GPA. He earned 1st Team All State (3 years), 2nd Team All State (sophomore year), 1st Team All CUSD and 1st Team All Region (4 years). As a freshman, the team was the 3A State Champion and as a senior, the team was the 6A Fiesta Football Region Champion. Other awards: All-Academic Team (4 years); O-line of the Year State runner-up and nomination for the Ed Doherty Award. A multi-sport athlete, Brock won the Freshman Wrestling State Championship, placed 3rd in regionals, and contributed to Men's Track & Field State Championship. A National Honors Society and Seminar Council member, Safe School Ambassadors Historian, and Colt Crew assistant for Special Needs Flag Football, he received the Superintendent Outstanding Citizenship Award and was named Student Multi-Athlete of the Year. He has committed to a full scholarship at Washington State University to play football and study mechanical engineering. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Zachary Young is a multi-sport athlete (football, wrestling, and track) who also has a very high grade point average. Zack constantly brings forth a positive attitude to practice and is a leader on the wrestling team. After home meets, Zack is always the last athlete to leave and ensures that the locker room and practice facilities are clean. Zack truly embodies the three Casteel characteristic of Courage, Character and Commitment. We are excited for his future and know that he will leave a lasting impression on those he meets in life. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Lily Steenhard is a spectacular student and an astounding athlete. She consistently goes above and beyond in all of her school work and strives to improve her understanding with every assignment. She led her varsity soccer team to the championship this year and seeks for success in all of her athletic endeavors. Additionally, Lily makes sure that she is a leader among the senior class through her work in National Honor Society. She is a well-rounded athlete, scholar, and leader who truly embodies courage, character, and commitment. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Casteel High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Rio Newcombe is an active member of the Casteel Men's Varsity Golf Team and Casteel Men's Varsity Tennis team. In his 4 years as part of the Casteel Golf Program, Rio has finished in the Top 10 of the state tournament twice, leading his team to a 5th place and 6th place finish. He has served as the team's captain the past two years and has is a leader and mentor to the younger players in the program. He was elected to the CUSD 1st team, Region 1st team, and was honorable mention for the state of Arizona Golfer of the Year award through AZCentral. In addition to his accomplishments on the course and court, Rio has maintained a 3.4 unweighted grade point average. Rio was also the recipient of Apple Achievement Award at Casteel High School as a pillar and prime example of how leadership should be displayed in our student athletes. Next year, Rio will be attending the University of Colorado - Colorado Springs on a golf scholarship. Casteel High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
The Chandler High boys and girls track teams are State Champions! The girls won their 14th state championship, and the boys won their 9th state title this weekend. Kudos to the following on 1st place finishes: Trinity Henderson (100, 200, and 400 meters), Tara Sommerville (4 x 100), Eryn Garrett (4 x 100), Imani Sells (4 x 100), Kylee Kragrud (4 x 100), Sheena Cumberbatch (triple jump), Tyson Tippett (4 x 100), Eli Sanders (4 x 100), Jamere Haskell (4 x 100), Anderya Nsubuga (4 x 100), Amare Elmore (discus), and Jamere Haskell (triple jump). Congratulations also go out to head coaches Eric Richardson and Matt Lincoln and their staffs for building and continuing the Chandler Track dynasty!
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
Wrestler Dalton Loyden (10th grade) won the Western Regional Tournament in Utah in the 160 pound division.
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Mikey Keene is a winner in the classroom and on the football field. A straight-A student at CHS with a 4.4 GPA, Mikey quarterbacked the Wolves to two Open Division State Championships and a # 5 national ranking. Mikey was named the National Football Foundation's (NFF) Scholar Athlete of the Year and is currently at the University of Central Florida prepping for the fall football season. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Isaiah Barreno has earned many soccer accolades, including All-CUSD and All-Region Offensive Player of the Year (Forward). He plans on attending college to play soccer and study Business Marketing. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: A four-time State Wrestling Champion, two-time USAW All-American, and high achiever in the classroom, Zach Espalin will attend the United States Naval Academy in the fall. Zach is only the 39th Arizona 4-time State Champ, an awesome achievement. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Erykah Garrett is a two-time State Track Champion in hurdles and is looking forward to competing for a 3rd championship in mid-May. She is a leader in CHS's Black Student Union (BSU). Erykah is planning on attending Jackson State in Mississippi to study Biology and run track. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Kennedy Chambers is talented in the classroom and on the soccer field. She has a 4.6 GPA in a full load of AP and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. Team co-captain and season MVP, Kennedy was named 1st Team Defense in CUSD and the Premier region. She will attend Texas Tech to play soccer and study environmental engineering. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Chandler High (2020-2021) 
SENIOR HIGHLIGHT: Anisa Reynolds, an AP/International Baccalaureate (IB) student earning a 4.2 GPA, is a 4-year letter earner in softball. Anisa will attend North Carolina Central University on academic and athletic scholarships. She will major in math to become a data analyst. Chandler High Senior Highlights
Select a School...
Select a School
- Andersen Elementary
- Andersen Junior High
- Arizona College Prep High School
- Arizona College Prep Middle School
- Auxier Elementary (CTA & Classic)
- Basha Elementary
- Basha High
- Bogle Junior High
- Bologna Elementary
- Carlson Elementary (CTA & Classic)
- Casteel High
- Chandler Early College High School
- Chandler High
- Chandler Online Academy
- Chandler Traditional Academy - Freedom Campus
- Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman Campus
- Chandler Traditional Academy - Humphrey Campus
- Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence Campus
- Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus
- Chief Hill Learning Academy
- Conley Elementary
- Elementary Connect
- Elite Performance Academy (on CTA Humphrey Campus)
- Frye Elementary
- Fulton Elementary
- Galveston Elementary
- Haley Elementary
- Hamilton High
- Hancock Elementary
- Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary
- Hull Elementary
- Jacobson Elementary
- Knox Gifted Academy
- Navarrete Elementary
- Patterson Elementary (CTA & Classic)
- Payne Junior High
- Perry High
- Rice Elementary (CTA & Classic)
- Riggs Elementary
- Ryan Elementary
- San Marcos Elementary
- Sanborn Elementary
- Santan Elementary
- Santan Junior High
- Shumway Leadership Academy
- Tarwater Elementary
- Weinberg Gifted Academy
- Willis Junior High
