Arizona High School Football Player’s ‘Sweet Play’ Paves Path to Scholarship

PHOENIX — The countdown to the 35th season of Arizona’s premier high school football show, Friday Night Fever, has officially begun.

With the arrival of the new season comes an exciting addition to the program. Fans will play a vital role in a segment that will culminate in a significant award for one standout player at the year’s end.

The segment, now rebranded as Sweet Plays, introduces a fresh format previously known as ‘Hot Shots.’ This year’s twist raises the stakes as viewers can vote online for the best plays showcased each week on Friday Night Fever.

Each Friday, the 12Sports team will highlight three top performances, inviting fans to cast their votes at 12News.com for their favorite, thereby determining the Sweet Play of the Week.

The excitement doesn’t end there— each week’s winner will compete for the title of Sweet Play of the Year, with the ultimate victor receiving a $5,000 scholarship, generously sponsored by Sweet James Accident Attorneys.

Join the frenzy every Friday night at 11:35 and witness the action unfold while participating in the voting process to impact players’ futures.

Arizona sports are thriving beyond high school football. The city of Phoenix boasts representation in all four major professional sports leagues: NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, NBA’s Phoenix Suns, WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury, and MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks.

State Farm Stadium in Glendale serves as the Cardinals’ battleground, while the Suns and Mercury play at the Footprint Center. Additionally, the Arizona Rattlers compete in the Indoor Football League at Desert Diamond Arena.

Phoenix’s sports culture also includes the USL’s Phoenix Rising FC, who host matches at the Phoenix Rising FC Stadium.

The Valley is a hub for major sporting events, including the Fiesta Bowl, WM Phoenix Open, and Cactus League Spring Training, showcasing the vibrancy of Arizona’s athletic scene.

For those wanting more coverage, the latest Arizona high school football updates are readily available on the 12News YouTube channel.