HS Team Rankings: Top 11-20

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Red Mountain enters 2026 coming off a 6A State Semifinal run with the same hard nosed, grinder mentality that has defined the program. This is a deep, balanced group built around experienced seniors like Carter Macanas and Kale Thorson, whose steady infield presence set the tone, along with battle tested arm Dylan Keith. The supporting cast is strong, with Luke Ritchie adding physicality and a talented 2027 core that includes Derek Wilson, Tristan Talbert, and Boston Bair bringing athleticism across the field. They may not rely on one single superstar, but with depth, toughness, and collective leadership, Red Mountain will once again be a difficult out in 6A.

Perry enters the 2026 season in the 6A Premier Region with as much high end underclass talent as anyone in the state. The headliner is 2028 right hander Cooper LeRoy, one of the top ranked player in Arizona’s 2028 class, who pairs a mid 90s fastball with real two way impact and loud offensive metrics. Fellow 2028 standout Adrian Sisco anchors things behind the plate while Dillon Mendoza and Tyler Miller provide senior stability. On the mound, Pittsburg commit Brock Reichwein headlines a deep 2027 group that includes Blake Middleton and Colton Johnston, giving Perry multiple options with upside. With explosive young talent and proven arms already in place, the Pumas have the firepower to compete in one of the toughest regions in Arizona and push for another postseason run.

Desert Vista brings back a senior heavy core with real experience in 6A, led by BYU commit Brock MacDonald on the mound and left handed bat Ben Romaine in the middle of the lineup. Luke Hutton and Michael Hallenbeck add senior depth, while the junior class is loaded with upside in arms like Hagen Haefs and Seth Skinner, along with athletic position players Hudson Droz and George Garvy. With proven seniors and a talented 2027 group ready to take on bigger roles, Desert Vista has the pieces to be competitive all spring.

Mountain Ridge returns seven starters and four arms from a 6A Desert Valley group that is built heavily around a talented 2027 core. Carter Neville headlines the roster as a true two way presence up the middle, while Tank Castillo and Andrew Hohman provide physicality and run production in the lineup. On the mound, Jagger Holmes anchors the staff, and the addition of transfers Griffin Gregory and Chase Heid adds even more depth and versatility. What makes this group especially intriguing is the wave of young talent behind them, with multiple 2028 and 2029 prospects already pushing for roles. With experience returning and upside throughout the roster, Mountain Ridge has the pieces to be a tough matchup all spring in 6A.

Chaparral may return just three starters and three arms on paper, but the front end talent immediately keeps them in the conversation in 5A. The rotation is headlined by Ole Miss signee Devin Long and Indiana signee Will Gnirk, giving them two proven left and right handed options that can anchor any series, while Arizona commit Grafton Marshall Inman adds another high end arm to the mix. Behind the plate, William and Mary signee Tanner Anderson brings leadership and experience, and bats like Bo Shuba, Reece Solar, and Jahir Jensen will be counted on to replace key production lost to graduation. With a new wave of underclassmen stepping into bigger roles, Chaparral has the pitching to compete every week and the upside to develop into a dangerous group as the season progresses.

Saguaro enters the spring with one of the more experienced cores in the 4A landscape, returning six starters and six arms from last year’s group. The senior leadership is anchored by South Carolina signee Alain Gomez Gudino behind the plate and Kansas State signee Zander Bratspis up the middle, giving them stability at premium positions. On the mound, Kyle Miiller and Jake Claver provide versatility and experience, while 2028 lefty Nate Wachinski adds upside to the staff. With impact newcomer Max Pena and a wave of talented underclassmen pushing for roles, this is a team that has more depth than their number 20 spot might suggest and could be a tough out all spring in the Desert Sky.

Canyon View brings back six starters and five arms from a competitive Desert West squad, and there is real upside on this roster heading into the spring. The offense is anchored by 2027 infielder Ricardo Yuriar, one of the more dynamic young bats in the state, alongside experienced seniors Cason Hagerman and Brody Meyer who provide stability and versatility. Behind the plate, Eli Mcbryde adds leadership, while 2028 talents Max King and Mattox Murray inject athleticism into the lineup. With lefty newcomer Colin Mecca and a strong wave of underclass arms like Oliver Higgins and Josiah Rodriguez, this group has the depth and projection to climb as the season unfolds.

Desert Ridge returns eight starters and an impressive thirteen arms from a 6A Fiesta group that believes it has the depth to contend. The senior presence of Kelton Floan and Max Abalos anchors the roster, while Nick Snider and Kane Dobson give them experienced production in the lineup. What makes this team especially intriguing is the wave of young talent, with Bryant Provencio and Max Gamboa already seasoned varsity contributors and Tre Hallberg and Dylan Taylor continuing to trend upward. With impact freshmen and sophomores who have already logged meaningful innings, Desert Ridge has both depth and upside, making them a dangerous club in a loaded 6A field.

Horizon returns seven starters from a veteran group that brings experience and leadership into the 5A East Sky race. The senior core is deep, highlighted by Jackson Weber, a true presence behind the plate and Arizona State commit, along with Kanon Faseler and Ryan Tomey who give them two way production and stability on both sides of the ball. Preston Burke and Hunter Walker add more senior experience, while 2027 arms like Rio Ryu and impact underclass pieces such as Maverick Bolen and Hudson Grainger provide upside. With a balanced lineup and enough competitive pieces to win tight games, Horizon has the makeup of a team that can hang around all spring and push toward the top of the conference.

Flagstaff brings back seven starters and five arms from a competitive 4A Grand Canyon squad, giving them one of the more experienced groups in the region. The senior core is anchored by Will Carpenter and Cullen Callander, two steady presences who set the tone on both sides of the ball, while Christian Welker and Brody Johnson add versatility and depth. Arizona State commit Jace Adams is a major piece with impact ability as a two way contributor, and under the radar arms like Tobyn Phillips give them additional upside on the mound. With a strong returning nucleus and a handful of intriguing newcomers, this is a Flagstaff team built to contend deep into the spring.123456