Montverde Academy and AZ Compass Prep battle in Chipotle Nationals semifinals

No. 11 Montverde Academy takes on No. 2 AZ Compass Prep in a high-stakes matchup at the prestigious high school basketball tournament.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:52pm

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The semifinals of the 2026 Chipotle Nationals high school basketball tournament are set to tip off, with No. 11 Montverde Academy facing off against No. 2 AZ Compass Prep. Both teams advanced through the quarterfinals, setting up an exciting matchup between two of the top programs in the country.

Why it matters

The Chipotle Nationals is one of the premier high school basketball tournaments, featuring some of the best teams and players in the nation. This semifinal matchup between Montverde Academy and AZ Compass Prep will showcase the incredible talent and competitive spirit of these two powerhouse programs as they vie for a spot in the championship game.

The details

Montverde Academy, the seven-time Chipotle Nationals champion, defeated the No. 3-ranked Prolific Prep in a thrilling quarterfinal game that came down to the final seconds. AZ Compass Prep, the tournament's top seed, cruised past No. 8-ranked SPIRE Academy in their quarterfinal matchup. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory and advance to the championship game.

  • The semifinals are scheduled for 2 p.m. EST on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • Montverde Academy and AZ Compass Prep both won their quarterfinal games on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Montverde Academy

A high school basketball powerhouse that has won the Chipotle Nationals seven times, Montverde Academy is ranked No. 11 in the nation and is seeking its eighth championship.

AZ Compass Prep

The No. 2-ranked team in the country, AZ Compass Prep is the top seed in the Chipotle Nationals and is looking to claim its first-ever championship.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be an epic matchup between two of the best high school basketball programs in the country. Montverde and AZ Compass Prep have been dominant all season, and the winner of this game will be the favorite to win the Chipotle Nationals championship.”

— Kendall Webb, Sporting News reporter

What’s next

The winner of the Montverde Academy vs. AZ Compass Prep semifinal will advance to the Chipotle Nationals championship game, which is scheduled for 4 p.m. EST on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

The takeaway

This semifinal matchup between Montverde Academy and AZ Compass Prep is a must-watch event for high school basketball fans. Both teams have proven their dominance throughout the season and are now just one win away from competing for the prestigious Chipotle Nationals title.