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America Cazares sets new high school career scoring record
North High School defeats Pueblo 63-62 in playoff game
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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America Cazares, a senior at Pueblo High School, set a new Arizona high school career scoring record by scoring 39 points in a game on Saturday night. Cazares now has 2,932 career points, surpassing the previous record of 2,913 held by Julie Brase Hairgrove. Cazares' accomplishment was celebrated by Hairgrove, who said the record was "well deserved" and that "records are meant to be broken." In other playoff action, North High School defeated Pueblo 63-62 in a close game.
Why it matters
Cazares' record-breaking performance is a significant achievement in Arizona high school basketball history. As one of the state's all-time leading scorers, her dedication and consistency over her four-year career have earned her this prestigious milestone. The rivalry game between North and Pueblo also highlights the intense competition in the state playoffs as teams vie for championships.
The details
Cazares, a senior at Pueblo High School, scored 39 points in Saturday night's game to bring her career total to 2,932 points, surpassing the previous record of 2,913 held by Julie Brase Hairgrove. Hairgrove, who played at Catalina Foothills High School from 1994-1998, congratulated Cazares on the accomplishment, saying the record was "well deserved" and that "records are meant to be broken." In the other playoff game, North High School defeated Pueblo 63-62 in a close contest.
- America Cazares set the new career scoring record on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
- North High School defeated Pueblo 63-62 on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
The players
America Cazares
A senior at Pueblo High School who set a new Arizona high school career scoring record with 2,932 points.
Julie Brase Hairgrove
The previous record holder for Arizona high school career scoring with 2,913 points, who played at Catalina Foothills High School from 1994-1998.
North High School
A high school basketball team that defeated Pueblo 63-62 in a playoff game.
Pueblo High School
The high school team of America Cazares, who set the new career scoring record, and also lost 63-62 to North High School in a playoff game.
What they’re saying
“Congratulations to her on what is an incredible accomplishment. If and when she breaks the record, it will be well deserved. Records are meant to be broken, and she has shown the dedication and consistency it takes to reach that milestone.”
— Julie Brase Hairgrove (AllSportsTucson)
The takeaway
America Cazares' record-breaking performance is a testament to her hard work and skill over her high school career. Her achievement not only cements her place in Arizona basketball history, but also inspires the next generation of players to strive for greatness. Meanwhile, the close playoff game between North and Pueblo highlights the intense competition and passion that define high school sports.
