Phoenix Rising FC in U.S. Open Cup, Latino hoops event returns
By José M. Romero
Published on March 18, 2026.
The news and events in Arizona are changing as spring sports begin, with a victory for Phoenix Rising FC in the U.S. Open Cup, a tournament that produces the champion of all professional and amateur teams based in the United States. The team's victory over San Ramon FC was witnessed by a crowd of 2,274, with forward Anthony Capetillo becoming the youngest goal scorer in club history. The Best Kept Secret Latino and Latina youth basketball event returns with three days of age group tournaments for boys and girls players of Latino descent starting at Canyon View High School in Waddell near Perryville. The event is expected to be attended by teams from across the West and feature cultural performances including Aztec dancers.
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