AIA Places Coolidge Athletics on Probation

The penalties include a playoff ban for all teams at the school, which Coolidge is currently appealing. The allegations stem from a quarterfinal game where Coolidge defeated Chinle 64-53, with video footage prompting the AIA's investigation. Arizona state legislator Myron Tsosie commented on the incident, citing concerns raised by Chinle families.

If upheld, Coolidge would forfeit its scheduled semifinal against Snowflake and be ineligible for postseason play in all sports for one year. The school's basketball team, currently 23-7 and ranked No. 62, is directly affected by these sanctions.