Track and Field Gear Shop Open Now Until 3/2
Posted on 02/22/2026
Our partners at BSN Arizona have launched our Spring 2026 Track and Field gear shop. Browse track and field gear now until 3/2 to show off your Charger Pride! This gear is for athletes and fans. Shop a wide variety of styles and colors. Use the following link to begin shopping:Track and Field Gear Shop:https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/1KRmC7Qw7T*Gear takes around 3 weeks for delivery to the address of your choice, from the date of shop close (3/2). As always, our Sideline Store remains open 24/7/365 with a wide variety of products to choose from:https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/gilbert/arete-preparatory-academy
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AIA Soccer All Region Teams Announced
Posted on 02/11/2026
The AIA 2A conference has released their ’25-26 All Region teams, with 18 Chargers being recognized for their performance by the region coaches. Boys (East Region Champions):Region Offensive Player of the Year: Gustavo Andrade- Senior1st Team All Region:Milan Patel- Senior- DefenderSantiago Ibazeta- Freshman- ForwardRayan Ahmed- Senior- GK Gustavo Andrade- Senior- Midfield Blade Hingson- Sophomore- Midfield 2nd Team All Region:Slade Earnheart- Junior- ForwardEamonn Connelly- Freshman- Midfield Honorable Mention All Region:John Bruns- Senior- DefenderDillon Evans- Senior- Midfield Ben Fornoff- Senior- Midfield Gavin Heim- Senior- Midfield Aiden Patel- Sophomore- Defender Girls:1st Team All Region:Abby Verdin Parra- Senior- DefenderIzzy Restivo- Junior- ForwardSylvie Whitehead- Sophomore- Midfield 2nd Team All Region:Remy Kassar- Junior- Defender Honorable Mention All Region:Aubree Larranaga- Senior- Midfield Molly McClelland- S
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Arete Archery Hosts 6th Annual NASP Tournament
Updated on 02/16/2026
Arete Archery Hosted a very successful 6th Annual NASP State Qualifier Tournament over the weekend, here on campus. We hosted over 300 Archers from all over the state of Arizona, who competed in bullseye and 3D competition. The following Archers placed: Elem Boys 3DElem Boys BEElem Girls 3DElem Girls BE1Pedro Jimenez,OLOS.Pedro Jimenez,OLOSOlivia McQuillin,OLOSAdalynn Galanos,Archway Arete2Joseph Perez,Paseo PointeMagnus Douse,Paseo PointeAdalynn Galanos,Archway AreteOlivia McQuillin,OLOS3Mangus Douse,Paseo PointeJoseph Perez,Paseo PointeHarmony Frame,NadaburgNatasha Delmanowski,OLOS MS Boys 3DMS Boys BEMS Girls 3DMS Girls BE1Angelo Faena, Paseo PointeHunter Finken,Paseo PointeNaomi Gergen,OLOSEthney Evans,OLOS2Jeremy Roberts,Paseo PointeMario Grubar,OLOSGenevieve Thus,Arete PrepGenevieve Thus,Arete Prep3Charles McQuillin,OLOSJeremy Roberts,Paseo PointeEthney Evans,OLOSNaomi Gergen,OLOS HS Boys 3DHS Boys BEHS Girls 3DHS Girls BE1Jack Hughes, Mica MountainJ
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High School Spring Sports Begin 2/9 - Tryout Information
Updated on 02/09/2026
Spring Sports 2026High School Offerings: HS Boys Track and Field:Head Coach: Greg Nickerson; gregcnickerson@gmail.comStart Date: Monday 2/9 @ Arete Practice Schedule: TBD- we are close to finalizing a track for practices and will formalize a practice schedule once we have that information. Location: ALA-Mesa North track, Arete Campus Team App: https://band.us/n/acaebav78604t*Please join the team app for full team information and event calendar. Meet Schedule: Arete Preparatory Academy - High School Outdoor Track and Field 2026Varsity Beach Volleyball:Head Coach: Kim Jarman; kjarman1@areteprepacademy.org Start Date: Monday 2/9 4:00-6:00pm at Gene Autry Location: Gene Autry/Mesa Tennis Center; 4125 E. McKellips Rd. Mesa, AZ 85215Practice Schedule: Join the team app for a full team calendar Team App: https://band.us/n/acadA6Pc6b91nGame Schedule: Arete Prep Beach Volleyball - Girl's | AZPreps365 Varsity B
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Arete Archery to Host 6th Annual NASP Tournament on 2/7
Posted on 02/02/2026
Arete Archery will welcome hundreds of archers from across Arizona to campus this Saturday for our 6th Annual NASP Tournament. Competitors will shoot in both bullseye and 3D events, with flights running from 8:00am–5:00pm.The Arete community is invited to come out, celebrate our archers, and experience firsthand what has become an outstanding event. We will recognize our Archery Class of 2026 seniors following their 11:30am flight, with senior honors expected around 12:30pm.Better yet, volunteer and help make our tournament a success! You can use the following link to get involved- basic training is available for any and all positions- so don’t hesitate. Arete Archery Comp Team: Host tournament helpFood will be available for purchase throughout the day. Overflow parking is available at CarLife and across Baseline behind AutoZone. Please note that spectators should not park at neighboring businesses that remain open on Saturdays, including Four Nines, Inspire, and Colby Falls.We lo
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Tax Credit Season is Here- Tax Credit Tuesdays Begin 2/3!
Updated on 01/30/2026
One of the easiest and best ways to support your and our student's sports experience at Arete Prep is the The AZ Public School Tax Credit Drive. You have the power to put a portion of YOUR state income tax dollars directly back into your child’s athletic activities and experience. I have two asks of you:If you haven’t already, will you please make your Public School Tax Credit to Arete Prep today? Will you please encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to make their tax credit to our school in support of your athlete, as well? Click Here to contribute yours today: https://give.areteprepacademy.org/campaign/708467/donateIf you want to know more about the Public School Tax Credit, please contact me or read through the FAQ below. You can also respond directly to me or our FGO Stephanie Reed with any questions about athletic program funding.Get your tax credit in early to be eligible for “Tax Credit Tuesdays,” which will begin on February 3rd. We will be draw
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Boys Varsity Soccer Clinch Back to Back Region Championship
Updated on 02/09/2026
Arete Prep Boys Varsity Soccer made history last week, becoming the first team in school history to claim back-to-back region championships. The Chargers clinched the AIA 2A East title with a dominant 5–2 road victory over Gilbert Classical.Three freshmen—Taz Hingson, Santi Ibazeta, and Eamonn Connelly—set the tone early, each finding the back of the net in the first half to give Arete Prep a commanding lead. Senior Ben Fornoff put the result beyond doubt, scoring the fourth and fifth goals to seal the championship.After dropping their opening region match of the season, the Chargers responded when it mattered most, finishing region play on a four-game winning streak. Arete Prep is currently ranked No. 8 in 2A Boys Soccer and is in position to host a state tournament match for the second consecutive year. Freshman Santi Ibazeta leads both the team and the region in goals this season.The Chargers have two regular-season matches remaining. They return to action Tuesday against Santa Rita
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Spring 2026 Registration is Live!
Updated on 01/15/2026
Arete Prep Spring Sports 2026 begin in February, with high school sports beginning the week of 2/9 and middle school sports beginning the week of 2/16. Please be proactive and register early to help us measure offerings, staffing, and facilities. Sports we intend to offer, based on participation include:High School (Grades 9-12):Beach Volleyball (girls) – practices and home matches at Gene Autry (Mesa Tennis Center)Golf (coed)(tentative based on participation. practices at Apache Creek in Apache Junction, must have own clubs)Track and Field (coed)- practice locations TBDVarsity Baseball - practice locations TBD Middle School (Grades 5-8):Boys Basketball (multiple teams)Girls Basketball (multiple teams)Track and Field (coed) practice location TBDLearn everything you need to know about the registration process and get started here:https://areteprepchargers.my.canva.site/athleticsregistration/#page-2All items must be completed and turned in before your student may participa
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Chargers Earn All Academic Honors for Fall 2025
Posted on 12/28/2025
For fifteen years, Sports360AZ has been committed to acknowledging the best and brightest student athletes in Arizona. We are excited once again to introduce the 2025 Sports360AZ All-Academic Fall Teams brought to you by Homeowners Financial Group and OrthoSport AZ to recognize excellence of student-athletes not only in competition but in the classroom as well.An incredible 43 Chargers were recognized for their hard work in the classroom during the fall 2025 seasons:Football:1st Team All-Academic:Nhattan PhamJimmy MillsHarrison KremerRayan AhmedJack GlascockNicholas SchadeMilan Patel Gavin Heim Honorable Mention All-Academic:Dillon EvansLucas AllgoodAnthony Soto Will StraubCJ Morris Case Morris Payton Sharp Volleyball:1st Team All Academic:Victory OlorunsolaMakaria VaughnKailee JarmanAubree Larranaga Hannah Antonio Honorable Mention All-Academic:Kiki AragonRegina GonzalezTomi Atologbe Maggie Laystrom Flag Football 1st Team All-Acad
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Kremer Becomes Boys Basketball All Time Leading Scorer
Posted on 12/23/2025
Senior Harrison Kremer etched his name into the record books by becoming the all-time leading scorer in Arete Prep boys basketball history. Harrison surpassed the previous record of 1,276 points, held by Ryan Mourad (Class of 2023), with a layup during an 11-point performance at Veritas Prep.He wasn’t done there as he followed up his historic moment with a 23-point outing on Friday night, powering the Chargers to an exciting win over Santa Cruz.This milestone is a testament to Harrison's four years of dedication, relentless work ethic, and commitment to excellence on the court. Congratulations to Harrison on an incredible achievement!
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Bruns and Partida Medal at AIA State XC State Meet
Posted on 11/17/2025
Arete Prep Boys HS XC qualified for their 8th straight state meet with a 2nd place sectional finish. The Chargers ran at Cave Creek GC on Saturday. Junior John Bruns came in 5th place, crossing the finish line in 16:54. Fellow Junior Jorge Partida also medaled, placing 17th at 17:28.
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