North Canyon High School student-athletes won six gold medals at the AIA Division II Track and Field Championships, according to a May 14 announcement from PVSchools. The event took place at Red Mountain High School.
The achievement highlights the dedication and hard work of both the students and their coaches throughout the season. North Canyon’s athletes excelled in several events, including individual victories by Joseph Guma in the 800 meter (1:55.56), Devyn Henderson in the 200 meter (24.30), Addysan Prassas in the 100 meter (11.94), Tiana Becketts in the 300 meter hurdles (43.39), Lanaya McCloud in high jump (5 feet-7 inches), and a team victory in the girls’ 4×100 relay with Dimitria Kossigbo, Alana Wilson-Johnson, Tiana Becketts, and Sabriyah El-Amin finishing with a time of 46.79.
PVSchools said, “Congratulations to these exceptional student-athletes and their devoted coaches! Their dedication and hard work this season have been nothing short of remarkable, making both PVSchools and North Canyon High School extremely proud of their accomplishments.” The district also encouraged community members to learn more about its athletic programs.
Paradise Valley Unified School District serves the Paradise Valley area in Arizona; it operates under a board of school trustees, offers community learning centers as well as magnet programs to enhance educational opportunities, promotes anti-racism, equity, inclusion policies and practices, focuses on engaging students through quality instruction and dynamic learning experiences—all within public schooling—according to its official website.
The recent success at state championships reflects ongoing efforts by Paradise Valley Unified School District to provide diverse opportunities for student growth both academically and athletically.
