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Early Rivalry

Early Rivalry

Hamilton was new, but it didn’t take long for them to show who dominated Arizona Avenue.
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26–16

26–16

It happened — Chandler beat Hamilton to end the streak at 17 games.
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Bye, Bye, Streak

Bye, Bye, Streak

Chandler finally beating Hamilton set the stage for some exciting matchups.
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The Next Chapter

The Next Chapter

Pundits try to project the future of the Chandler-Hamilton rivalry.
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It Was A Ghost Town…

It Was A Ghost Town…

For 85 years, all the city of Chandler knew was its original high school. The success may not have always replicated the fervor, however.
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Turning Things Around

Turning Things Around

Chandler finally had the talent to compete with other top programs, turning the playoffs from a hope to a near certainty.
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The New (Old) Kids On the Block

The New (Old) Kids On the Block

Chandler head coach Shaun Aguano has turned the Wolves program into a juggernaut.
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QBHS

QBHS

How did a single public high school in suburban Phoenix become the hub for Pac-12 quarterback talent?
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A City Divided

A City Divided

The city of Chandler grew exponentially towards the end of the 20th century, spawning the need for a new high school.
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A New Powerhouse

A New Powerhouse

Hamilton opened in 1998, and instantly found success in football.
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Hamilton Is Highest

Hamilton Is Highest

The hire of Steve Belles turned Hamilton High School from a state championship contender to a national powerhouse.
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Open Season

Open Season

Open enrollment is critical to building the talent pool of the two programs.
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The Worldwide Leader

The Worldwide Leader

The Chandler-Hamilton rivalry was taken to a different level once it got the endorsement of ESPN.
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Electric, All-Out Crazy

Electric, All-Out Crazy

Several alumnus, current and former coaches, journalists and administrators offered their thoughts on the atmosphere of a Chandler-Hamilton…
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