Independence Patriots Host Copper Canyon Aztecs in Basketball Showdown

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Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The Independence Patriots will host the Copper Canyon Aztecs in a high school basketball game on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. The Patriots are riding a 12-game home winning streak, while the Aztecs have lost their last three road games. Independence is coming off an 84-31 blowout win over Glendale, while Copper Canyon fell 75-50 to La Joya Community in their last outing.

Why it matters

This game features two Arizona high school basketball teams with vastly different records and rankings. Independence is 18-6 on the season and ranked much higher than the 3-12 Copper Canyon squad. The outcome could have implications for playoff seeding and momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.

The details

In their previous matchup two weeks ago, Independence defeated Copper Canyon 63-50. The Patriots have won 8 games by 21 points or more this season, showcasing their ability to dominate opponents. Copper Canyon will look to turn the tables and pull off the upset on the road against the higher-ranked Patriots.

  • The game will tip off at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
  • Independence has won 12 straight home games dating back to last season.
  • Copper Canyon has lost their last 3 road games.

The players

Independence Patriots

The high school basketball team from Independence, Arizona that is currently 18-6 on the season and riding a 12-game home winning streak.

Copper Canyon Aztecs

The high school basketball team from Copper Canyon, Arizona that is currently 3-12 on the season and has lost their last 3 road games.

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What’s next

The winner of this game will gain momentum and potentially improve their playoff seeding in the Arizona high school basketball rankings.

The takeaway

This matchup between the hot-streaking Independence Patriots and the struggling Copper Canyon Aztecs has the potential to be a lopsided affair, but the Aztecs will look to pull off the upset and turn their season around with a road victory.