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AZ Flag Football: Campo Verde Battles No. 1 JSerra
8 Oct
Summary
- Campo Verde faces undefeated, No. 1 ranked JSerra Catholic on Oct 9.
- Coyotes have won four games consecutively with a 264-0 score.
- Coach Coger scheduled the game to elevate the team's national profile.
Campo Verde High School's flag football team is poised to play in a landmark game against JSerra Catholic, the nation's consensus No. 1 team, on Friday, October 9. JSerra holds an undefeated 22-0 record and is ranked top nationally by USA TODAY and MaxPreps, while Campo Verde stands at No. 11.
Since their season opener loss, the Coyotes have achieved remarkable success, winning their last four games with an overwhelming combined score of 264-0. Senior quarterback Amaya Moreno has been a standout performer, leading the team with impressive passing statistics.
Coach Brian Coger strategically scheduled this challenging non-league game to gauge his team's national standing. He expressed confidence in his team's game plan and their ability to compete against JSerra's strong roster, which includes players like sophomore Jaiyana Bogan-Jacobs and junior Claire McMahon.
This game represents a significant moment for Arizona high school flag football, a sport officially sanctioned by the AIA only in 2023. While other Arizona teams have played out-of-state, this matchup against a top-ranked opponent is considered historic. Coach Coger also noted a personal connection, as he returns to his native California to showcase his team's talent.
