It was a night of celebration, pride, and spirit at The Vista Center for the Arts on May 18 as hundreds gathered for the 2025 Arizona Interscholastic Association Night of Champions that included three Chandler athletes and one youth and a coach in Gilbert.

The event honored student athletes, coaches, and programs from across the state for their excellence in sports, academics, and leadership.

“This night is about recognizing the full scope of what our students do,” said AIA Executive Director David Hines. “These kids work hard in the classroom, they’re involved in multiple activities on campus, and they give so much of their time to others.

“They are leaders in their school and in their communities. We’re incredibly proud.”

One of the two winners of the Student Leadership Award was Ari

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