The spring sport season begins this Thursday. Here is a look at some of the week’s top high school sports events.
Boys Volleyball
The defending Class 4A state champions are young as they return only one starter.
The defending Northwest League champions return just one starter from last year’s squad.
The Spartans bring back four starters from a team that won 20 matches last year.
The Skyhawks will have young players in key spots this season.
The Pioneers hope to contend for a playoff spot with a new starting lineup.
New head coach Mike Agustin hopes to make the Grizzlies a more competitive team.
The Bulldogs return three starters and five reserves from a team that advanced to the state tournament.
The Miners bring back four starters and are hoping to show improvement again this year.
The Rattlers bring back three starters as they begin their quest for a fifth straight state title.
The Bengals bring back five starters and hope to contend for a playoff spot.
The Chargers have a new coach as they hope for better results this season.
The Diamondbacks lost 10 seniors to graduation but hope to contend for a playoff spot.
The Eagles begin their program with hopes for a winning debut season.