44 SEPTEMBER 2022 ARCADIA HIGH AHS is looking to start the season strong after their high-intensity workouts during summer camp. While the team has many returning players, incoming players helped strengthen the bond. Over the summer, the team traveled to Payson to practice at ASU’s Camp Tontazona. The squad went through countless workout and conditioning sessions and organized team activities. “Arcadia is going to be something special this year,” Assistant Head Coach Grant Sanders said. “I don’t have any weaknesses to talk about. The only thing I see is a bright future and a lot of strengths.” Coach Sanders said the defense is strong, much work is being done for the offense, and they are “getting better every day.” The Titans play their first game on September 2 at Peoria High School. BROPHY PREP According to Head Coach Jason Jewell, the Broncos varsity defensive line is stronger than ever, with multiple players already receiving college offers. Coach Jewell said that the offensive side has been working with their newcomers to strengthen the line. “We’ve been making it a priority to get better in the trenches, to get bigger, get stronger,” Jewell said. The Broncos train on “Brophy Standard Time,” meaning players should be in class Let’s get ready for some football! Arcadia High By Luke Chatham With school back in session, the teams at Arcadia High, Brophy Prep and Veritas Prep have increased training for football season. The coaches worked with their teams throughout the summer. Brophy’s boys were up at 5 a.m. running drills. Arcadia’s coaches hosted a summer football camp for their players while watching and learning the team’s strengths and weaknesses, and Veritas held some special training sessions to keep their athletes active. Local Dentist Helps Uninsured Adults SPONSORED CONTENT Dr. Sophon Heng D.D.S. caters to those people who don’t have dental insurance. Dr. Heng provides comprehensive dental care exclusively to uninsured adults in a modern, yet modest office in Phoenix. Dr. Heng grew up in Seattle and graduated in 2001 from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, and he relocated to Phoenix after graduation. “After watching the dental profession change,” said Dr. Heng, “I felt it had to be done a different way: ‘A Non-insured Way.’ We use the latest technology and treatment, yet we keep our facility modest and control our business overhead, which allows us to offer lower fees to serve the people in the community.” For example, Dr. Heng’s office charges $599 for a lifelike crown made with latest materials and technology. His crowns are guaranteed for life against breakage or defects. Other dental offices could customarily run from $900 to $1200 or more for a similar crown in this area. Also, other general procedures in Dr. Heng’s office run 30-60% less than those typically charged. For example, $699 for a root canal, $699 for immediate denture (each), cleaning starts at $40. Patients often remark they find Dr. Heng’s office a breath of fresh air in an age where profit and greed driven corporations and “banksters” are invading every aspect of our lives, including our health care. “We have had a great response from all of our patients and we have met so many wonderful and appreciative people.” said office manager Channa. “We treat all of our patients like we would our own family.” “We explain to our patients that we don’t cut corners on care, treatment or materials,” said Karen, dental assistant. “We pride ourselves in treating people not just their teeth. We love dentistry and feel great about providing excellent care. We are driven by our desire to help others.” Many of Dr. Heng’s patients are young adults and seniors who have no dental insurance or have only a limited policy that gives them a few benefits and then charges more for their other needs. Dr Heng offers no gimmicks, just modern quality dentistry at an affordable cost. Sophon Heng D.D.S. 602-703-1195 2600 N. 44th St., Ste. 106 | Phoenix, AZ 85008

45 SEPTEMBER 2022 Brophy Prep Veritas Prep five minutes early and at practice 15 minutes early. Jewell said that this helps the players form a routine of doing “common things in an uncommon way.” On top of that, the coach employs training methods that help the team stay up and moving. “One of the things that we implemented last year that I plan to continue is ‘competing all the time,’” Jewell said. “We’ll do random competitive drills to start practice, whether one-on-one or just something like push-ups.” The Broncos are set to play champions like Saguaro and Highland this season. Jewell said that the goal is to ensure that the players stay healthy while also staying competitive and physical. and projects with practice time and film study are something the students and coaches need to work on. “Our biggest struggle as a staff is finding that balance. We know what it takes to run a successful program and win games. We have to balance that out with the higher demands of the academic side,” Black said. Going into the season, Veritas will Game one is September 2 against Sandra Day O’Conner High School. VERITAS PREP Veritas is celebrating a young and vibrant team, with the varsity squad composed of 16 freshmen. “This is the largest number of freshmen we have ever had join the program at one time,” Coach Jason Black said. “With only four seniors, we will definitely be looking for a handful of our younger players to make key contributions to this year’s team.” With those players not as well-versed in Veritas’ training and gameplay, introducing new concepts and running them consistently is a must. On top of that, academics are a high priority for students. Coach Black said that juggling papers face other Great Hearts teams. And while those programs tend to have older players, Black said that the players are working to prove themselves and win. “We get to go out there and prove our physicality,” Black said. “We have to be the small dog in the big fight.” The Falcons opened the season on August 19 with a 40-8 loss against Scottsdale Prep.