Southern Arizona High Schools Showcase Softball and Baseball Talent

Annual media day event highlights top players and teams from the region

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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High school softball and baseball players from across Southern Arizona gathered at Jet Sports Training’s facility for a media day event showcasing the top talent in the region. The event, organized by Jet Sports Training director Jose Felix, featured numerous interviews and photos of players and coaches from schools like Cienega, Desert View, Empire, Ironwood Ridge, Mica Mountain, Pusch Ridge, Sahuarita, Sunnyside, Tucson High, and Walden Grove.

Why it matters

This annual media day provides an opportunity for local high school athletes to gain exposure and recognition for their skills, helping them potentially secure college scholarships and professional opportunities down the line. It also generates excitement for the upcoming spring sports seasons and helps build community interest in the region’s top programs.

The details

The media day event featured interviews and photo opportunities for players and coaches from 10 different high school softball and baseball teams in Southern Arizona. Organizers said the goal was to showcase the top talent in the region and generate interest ahead of the spring sports seasons.

  • The media day event took place on Saturday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Jose Felix

The director of sports performance at Jet Sports Training, who organized and administered the media day event.

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The takeaway

This annual media day highlights the wealth of high school sports talent in Southern Arizona, providing a platform for these student-athletes to gain exposure and build excitement for the upcoming seasons. It’s an important event that supports the development and recognition of the region’s top programs and players.