The high school girls flag football season began Sept. 15 at schools across the state.

West Valley Preps and the Glendale Independent and Peoria Independent asked local high school coaches about their teams. Here are their responses:

Deer Valley Skyhawks

Coach: Jesse Monsisvais (first season as Deer Valley coach)

2024 Record: 8-4 overall, 4-1 region (first round of 4A playoffs)

Region: 4A Skyline

Who are your top returning players?: Junior Allison Morris. Second-year player and starting quaterback. Senior Deja Ayers. Second year at Deer Valley. She was a top receiver for us last year and we're looking for her to continue and improve. Junior Chloe Utter. Third-year player and a starting safety on defense. Junior JoJo Relampagos. Second year player due to return from injury in ear

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