Basha's Marc Duerson III named USA TODAY Sports Super 25 Playmaker of the Week
Duerson forced three crucial fumbles as Basha beat Chandler in its season opener.
Marc Duerson III, the linebacker for Basha (AZ) in their season-opening win against Chandler, has been recognized as the USA TODAY Sports Super 25 Playmaker of the Week. Following a readers poll, Duerson was honored for his standout performance in the nationally-televised 37-26 victory over Chandler. The game, which featured a rematch of the 2025 Arizona Open Division Championship, saw Duerson force three fumbles, with his second forced fumble proving to be the determining factor in the game.
In Chandler's initial drive after blocking a Basha punt, Duerson intercepted the ball, effectively ending Chandler's momentum. The following play saw Basha regain possession after stripping and recovering the ball from Chandler's David Douglas. The presence of turnovers throughout the match is evident.
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