The Canyon View boys basketball team, guided by first‑year head coach Cory Duke, made a splash at the AZPreps365 Section 7 tournament in Mesa, Arizona.
After opening the competition with a win over Stockton Lincoln of California, the squad followed it up with a victory against Las Vegas Desert Pines from Nevada, securing a spot in the semifinals.
Semifinal Showdown
In the semifinals, Canyon View faced Redondo Union of California, who pulled away in the second half to win 69‑55.
Coach Duke, who took over the program just a month ago, praised his players' resilience and highlighted the experience as a building block for the upcoming season.
Despite the loss, the team’s performance has generated optimism among fans and signals a promising future for Canyon View basketball.