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While a handful of Southern Arizona programs kicked off their seasons during Week Zero, nearly every team will be in action. Flowing Wells and Amphi will battle Thursday night at 7 p.m., with the rest of the games scheduled for Friday.

The Star has been counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. The series concludes today with our top player: Salpointe Catholic quarterback Treyson Bourguet.

The Desert View running back is expected to be one of Southern Arizona's leading rushers in 2021. 

"Week Zero" is over, and Week 1 starts Thursday night at Amphi. Here's a look at every team and every game.

The two schools rescheduled the game for later this season. 

"He’s got a mean streak. He’s always looking for contact and he’s never scared," said his coach Jorge Mendivil.

The talented sophomore earned a scholarship offer from the University of Arizona in April. 

The boisterous Sanchez is one of the loudest players on Sabino’s roster, but he’s got the talent, grit and work ethic to back it up.

High school football scores from Friday night in Southern Arizona. 

The Star is counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. Up today: Salpointe Catholic running back Anthony Wilhite.

The Star is counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. Up today: Sabino two-way standout Kamden Gambrell.

The Star is counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. Up today: Tanque Verde offensive tackle Jack Endean.

With only two seniors and six juniors on the roster, Palo Verde will not field a varsity football team this fall. 

As the Buena wide receiver continues to develop, his primary focus has turned to how he can be a more versatile route runner. 

The 6-foot-5-inch, 220-pound Salpointe Catholic sophomore was born to play football.

The 6-foot-4, 255-pound Mele is expected to start at right tackle for the Lancers this season.

The Star is counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. Up today: Salpointe Catholic offensive tackle Luis Cordova.

The Star is counting down the top high school football players in Southern Arizona. Up today: Sunnyside cornerback Eddie Lopez.

Thomas' bond with his dad, a former Grambling State standout, helps the junior stay level-headed amidst the pressure of performing.  

“I don’t want to limit myself to just running the ball. I want to be ready for anything. It just makes the offense more potent."

The dual-threat Hackworth, who patterns his game after Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson, will lead a Sabino team looking to build on a truncated 2020 season and make a push for the Class 3A state championship.

The Cienega grad had five strikeouts in four scoreless innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers Monday night. 

“Any ball thrown to me is a catchable ball. Whenever a ball is thrown toward me, everything in my mind is just focused on it. It's like slow motion.”

The quarterback showed his potential at times during the shortened 2020 season.

Mark your calendars: Here's who every Southern Arizona football team will be playing this fall.

The Sunnyside QB worked in the offseason to utilize his speed more in 2021. “I feel comfortable running outside the pocket this year,” he said. “I’ve gained more weight and I'm able to take more hits now.”

The Walden Grove quarterback threw for over 800 yards and nine touchdowns last season. He's ready to take it up a notch this in 2021 for his senior year. 

The Star’s Justin Spears breaks down every game and picks winners.