Chandler holds off Centennial with final defensive stand in Arizona showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
In a closely contested matchup on October 17, Chandler (AZ) edged out Centennial (AZ) 20-16. With under two minutes remaining, Centennial threatened to score at the one-yard line but could not convert on fourth down. Chandler's defense, featuring key contributions from Jai Jones and Brivid Laudermilk, preserved the lead as Centennial's final offensive attempts faltered. Both teams are in pursuit of playoff positions in Arizona's Open Division, with one loss each.
- •Chandler leads 20-16 with under two minutes to play
- •Centennial had the ball at the one-yard line
- •Jai Jones breaks up a game-deciding pass
- •Chandler defense includes two sacks and a game-icing play
- •Both teams still aim for Open Division playoff spots
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — ALL-USA stars collide as Chandler stuns Centennial at the goal line
"Centennial (AZ) had the ball at the one-yard line with under two minutes to go. The final play came down to a pair of ALL-USA players matched up.
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