REPLAY – Perry at Higley, instant classic

On the Fiesta Bowl High School Football Showdown, we witnessed another instant classic.

The Higley Knights beat the Perry Pumas in a track meet, 45-42.

Both quarterbacks were slinging it and using their legs for big plays.

Higley QB Anthony Palka took home the MVP belt.

PALKA WAS EVERYWHERE. @HIGLEYFOOTBALL QB Anthony Palka powered the Knights in the Fiesta Bowl High School Football Showdown, accounting for four touchdowns with 2 through the air and 2 on the ground as Higley held off Perry, 45-42. pic.twitter.com/tUNbZ9tdOc

— Fiesta Sports Foundation (@Fiesta_Bowl) October 2, 2026