Photos: Bijan Robinson through the years
Bijan Robinson is now starring at the University of Texas following a record-breaking career at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s Salpointe Catholic High School.Â
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Texas' Bijan Robinson (5) runs past UTEP's Dennis Barnes (12) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa State, Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) celebrates a touchdown with teammate Jake Majors (65) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kansas State in Manhattan, Kan., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) breaks free for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kansas State in Manhattan, Kan., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. Robinson scored three touchdowns in the game. Texas defeated Kansas State 69-31. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) runs for a touchdown against Colorado during the first half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Colorado during the first half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) runs for a touchdown past Colorado cornerback Mekhi Blackmon (25) during the first half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game, Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) carries during the first half against Colorado in the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against Colorado during the first quarter of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-Statesman via AP)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) during the first quarter of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football against Colorado, Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson, left, and linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, right, celebrate their win over Colorado in the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game, Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) scores against Colorado during the first half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game , Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) scores against Colorado during the first half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game , Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Bijan Robinson, who will next play for the Texas Longhorns, ran roughshod over teams in Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ as Salpointe Catholic dominated all nine teams it faced in the regular season in 2019. The Lancers advanced to the semifinals in the state’s Open Division before finally losing.
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Bijan Robinson, right, and head coach Dennis Bene took Salpointe Catholic High School to the Open Division semifinals in 2019.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football running back Bijan Robinson hugs head coach Dennis Bene after Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
A member of the crowd takes a video of Salpointe Catholic High School football running back Bijan Robinson's speech during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Family members, friends and coaches listen to Salpointe Catholic High School football players speak during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Bruno Fina, offensive lineman, signed with the University of California Los Angels Bruins. Lathan Ransom, safety, signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Bijan Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns. Charlie Raetzman, defensive back, signed with the Minot State University Beavers.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football running back Bijan Robinson, center, poses for a photo, taken by his aunt Cleyrissa Robinson, far left, with his step-dad Lamont, left, and mother LaMore Sauls, right, after Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Bijan Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football Head Coach Dennis Bene speaks before his players sign their letters of intent during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Bruno Fina, offensive lineman, signed with the University of California Los Angels Bruins. Lathan Ransom, safety, signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Bijan Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns. Charlie Raetzman, defensive back, signed with the Minot State University Beavers.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football running back Bijan Robinson smiles towards the camera after an interview at Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Bijan Robinson, right, running back, smiles at fellow teammate Lathan Ransom, safety during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Ransom, safety, signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football players Lathan Ransom, left, Bijan Robinson and Charlie Raetzman laugh with each other after announcing their commitment to play college football during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Ransom, safety, signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns. Raetzman, defensive back, signed with the Minot State University Beavers.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football defensive lineman Charlie Raetzman hugs fellow teammate running back Bijan Robinson after Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Raetzman, defensive back, signed with the Minot State University Beavers.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Bijan Robinson, right, running back, smiles at fellow teammate Lathan Ransom, safety during Salpointe Catholic High School football's signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Ransom, safety, signed with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
Salpointe Catholic High School football running back Bijan Robinson, center, poses for a photo, taken by his aunt Cleyrissa Robinson, far left, with his step-dad Lamont, left, and mother LaMore Sauls, right, after Salpointe Catholic High School football’s signing event at Frog & Firkin, 874 E. University Blvd., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. on December 18th, 2019. Bijan Robinson, running back, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns.
Salpointe High School football signing day
From left, Salpointe Catholic High School’s Lathan Ransom, Bijan Robinson and Charlie Raetzman announced their commitment to play college football at Frog & Firkin in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. Ransom chose OSU, Robinson chose Texas and Raetzman will play for Minot State.
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Salpointe Catholic’s Bijan Robinson, right, is one of three highly-rated Lancers leaving town to play college ball. Robinson, who set several state records, will attend Texas.
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Salpointe’s Bijan Robinson on his recruitment: “I’ll talk to those coaches all the time from Texas. I barely ever texted the U of A coaching staff …â€
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) makes a one handed catch against Chandler's JJ Segovia (28) during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) reacts after dropping a pass late in the game against Chandler during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson has a pass slip through his arms late in the game against Chandler's Malik Reed during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019.
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) gets wrangled by Chandler's Kyler Orr (42) during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) turns the corner on Chandler's defense during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) dives towards the end zonebut came up short after being pushed out of bounds by Chandler's defense during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
State open division championship playoffs: Salpointe at Chandler
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) smiles after making a one-handed sideline catch against Chandler's defense during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) reacts after dropping a pass late in the game against Chandler.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) dives towards the end zonebut came up short after being pushed out of bounds by Chandler's defense during their Open Division semifinal game at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Saturday, Nov 23, 2019. Darryl Webb/Special for the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
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Bijan Robinson and his coach Dennis Bene embrace during Senior Night ceremonies. Bene, who has the third-most wins in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ high school history, has announced plans to retire.
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Salpointe Catholic’s Bijan Robinson, who will play his college ball for Texas, ran for 7,036 yards and scored 114 touchdowns in his prep career.
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Salpointe’s Bijan Robinson (5), left, helps teammate David Cordero (4) celebrates his touchdown against Casa Grande in the third quarter of their game at Salpointe High School, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Oct. 11, 2019.
Salpointe vs Pinnacle
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson, left, plows his way over Pinnacle's Anthony Franklin (50) in the fourth quarter of the opening round of the state Open Division Playoffs in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ on Nov. 15, 2019.
Salpointe vs Pinnacle
Salpointe's Treyson Bourguet (2) gets hit by Pinnacle's Anthony Franklin (50) but manages to dump off the ball which ended up being a Bijan Robinson touchdown in the third quarter of the opening round of the state Open Division Playoffs, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Nov. 15, 2019.
Salpointe vs Pinnacle
Pinnacle's Trevor Crawford (20) holds on to drag down Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) on an end run in the second quarter of the opening round of the state Open Division Playoffs, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Nov. 15, 2019.
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Salpointe coach Dennis Bene proves to running back Bijan Robinson he has big hands too during a recent team practice. Bene, Robinson and the Lancers will face Phoenix Pinnacle on Friday night in the quarterfinals of the Open Division playoffs.
Salpointe vs Vista Grande
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) evades Vista Grande's Roberto Barrera (32) on a carry in the first quarter of the Lancers' season finale at Salpointe High School, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2019.
Salpointe vs Vista Grande
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) rushes up the middle through the heart of the Vista Grande defense in the first quarter of the Lancers' season finale at Salpointe High School, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2019.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson, right, has 34 total touchdowns this year and is good enough to be a star at just about any position, according to local coaches.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) jukes his way through the secondary on a run against Casa Grande in the second quarter of their game at Salpointe High School, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Oct. 11, 2019.
Salointe vs Casa Grande
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) bowls over Casa Grande's Jorge Aguilar (55) as he steamrolls his way into the backfield in the second quarter of their game at Salpointe High School, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz., Oct. 11, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers Lathan Ransom (C) (8) reaches out to high-five Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) following a touchdown by Robinson during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) slips by the Glendale Cactus Cobras defensive ;ine for a Lancers touchdown during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) slips by attempted tackles by Glendale Cactus Cobras Justin Holmes (27) and Glendale Cactus Cobras outside linebacker Nate (doodles) Quinones (24) during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
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Glendale Cactus Cobras Nicc Quinones (33) tries to trip up Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) as he moves the ball up field during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) returns to his team's sideline following a touchdown in the first quarter of a game against the Glendale Cactus Cobras at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) carries the ball towards the endzone in the first quarter of a game against the Glendale Cactus Cobras at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) carries the ball towards the endzone in the first quarter of a game against the Glendale Cactus Cobras at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) slips by attempted tackles by Glendale Cactus Cobras Justin Holmes (27) and Glendale Cactus Cobras outside linebacker Nate (doodles) Quinones (24) during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
Salpointe vs Glendale Cactus
Salpointe Lancers running back Bijan Robinson (C) (5) celebrates a touchdown in the third quarter of a game against the Glendale Cactus Cobras at Salpointe Catholic High School Friday, Sept. 20, 2019.
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Bijan Robinson needs 85 yards to become the leading rusher in Class 4A history.
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Salpointe running back Bijan Robinson (5) evades a tackle attempt from Phoenix St. Mary's defensive back Ryan Lauer (30) during the first quarter of the Phoenix St. Mary's vs. Salpointe Catholic high school football game on Aug. 18, 2017, at Salpointe Catholic High School, 1545 E. Copper St., in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) celebrates with teammate Christian Massey (52) following the Lancers' victory against Sunrise Mountain in the 4A state semifinal playoff football game on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) drags a host of Canyon del Oro tacklers with him on a run during the third quarter of the Canyon del Oro vs. Salpointe Catholic high school football Class 4A playoff game at Salpointe Catholic High School, 1545 E. Copper St., on Nov. 4, 2016, in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. Salpointe won 10-6. Mike Christy / ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
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Bijan Robinson of Salpointe Catholic turns the corner on CDO linebacker James Garrett at CDO high school football in Oro Valley on Oct. 27, 2017.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) hurdles over ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s Aaron Barton (6) for what appeared to be touchdown in the second quarter, but Robinson's leap was ruled a penalty at Kino Sports Complex, Friday, September 8, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) celebrates a bit after finding the end zone practically untouched to open the scoring on the night against Cactus at Salpointe High School, Friday November 10, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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At the behest of his teammates, running back Bijan Robinson flexes for the camera before Salpointe Catholic High School football practice at the school, 1545 E. Copper St., on Aug. 15, 2017, in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) leaves Del Valle's Nathan Moreno (7) on the turf as he scores the Lancers' third touchdown on the night in the second quarter of their game at Salpionte High School, Friday September 7, 2018, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe Catholic High School running back Bijan Robinson announced he’s committed to the University of Texas.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson wants to get out of the state for college. He’s considering LSU, Ohio State, Texas, Washington, USC and UCLA.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) dispatches of Scottsdale Saguaro's Bryan Deboard (12) during the second quarter of the Salpointe Catholic vs. Scottsdale Saguaro 4A state championship football game, Nov. 30, 2018, at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) lodes handle of a hand-off during the fourth quarter of the Salpointe Catholic vs. Scottsdale Saguaro 4A state championship football game, Nov. 30, 2018, at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz. Saguaro won the title 42-16.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) breaks away from the Saguaro defense for a touchdown during the first quarter of the Salpointe Catholic vs. Scottsdale Saguaro 4A state championship football game, Nov. 30, 2018, at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) dispatches of Scottsdale Saguaro's Bryan Deboard (12) during the second quarter of the Salpointe Catholic vs. Scottsdale Saguaro 4A state championship football game, Nov. 30, 2018, at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
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Scottsdale Saguaro’s Quintin Somerville gets a piece of a streaking Bijan Robinson during the first quarter of the 4A state championship game.
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Salpointe’s Bijan Robinson, right, and the Lancers lost to Saguaro in last year’s state title game. The rematch is Friday.
Salpointe vs Sahuaro
Sahuaro's Christopher Williams (49) hangs on just enough to bring down Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) for a slight loss in their state 4A semifinal at Mountain View High School, Friday, November 16, 2018, Marana, Ariz.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) looks skyward after scampering in for a score against Sahuaro in their state 4A semifinal at Mountain View High School, Friday, November 16, 2018, Marana, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Sahuaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) glances back for pursuit as he rambles 58 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter against Sahuaro in their state 4A semifinal at Mountain View High School, Friday, November 16, 2018, Marana, Ariz.
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Lathan Ransom, left, and Bijan Robinson celebrate during Salpointe Catholic’s 53-6 semifinal win over Sahuaro at Mountain View High School on Friday.
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Salpointe running back Bijan Robinson (5) tumbles in for a touchdown during the second quarter.
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Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) ole's his way around ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s Arik Reed (5), bottom and Marcus Latimer (2) on a play where he tweaked his injured left ankle in the first quarter of their game at Salpointe High, Friday September 21, 2018, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe Catholic vs. Glendale Cactus
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson rushes for a touchdown against Cactus in the 2nd quarter on Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, at Cactus High School in Glendale, Ariz. #azhsfb
Salpointe vs Del Valle
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) leaves Del Valle's Nathan Moreno (7) on the turf as he scores the Lancers' third touchdown on the night in the second quarter of their game at Salpionte High School, Friday September 7, 2018, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Del Valle
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) slices between Del Valle's Ivan Perez (33), left, and Christian Rendon (15) on a mazy run in the second quarter of their game at Salpionte High School, Friday September 7, 2018, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Del Valle
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) gets flipped out of bounds by Del Valle's Brandon Ocana (40) on a run in the second quarter of their game at Salpionte High School, Friday September 7, 2018, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Del Valle
Salpointe’s Bijan Robinson, right, checks for pursuit as he nears the end zone on a 77-yard touchdown against Del Valle in the third quarter.
Salpointe Catholic vs Goodyear Desert Edge
Salpointe Catholic Bijan Robinson (5), center, tries to break through from Desert Edge Dominic Viliborghi (27) and Desert Edge Andrew Ortiz (17) in the first half during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School on August 31, 2018. Salpointe Catholic won 28-21.
Salpointe Catholic vs Goodyear Desert Edge
Salpointe Catholic Bijan Robinson (5) runs for a touchdown on the first play of the game against Desert Edge in the first half during a game at Salpointe Catholic High School on August 31, 2018. Salpointe Catholic won 28-21.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson, right, should put up big numbers this season. The Lancers will get an early test when El Paso Del Valle visits on Sept. 21. It will be the first time Salpointe plays an out-of-state team in five seasons. The high school season gets started Thursday when Mountain View visits Ironwood Ridge in another must-see game.
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Running back Bijan Robinson, right, jokes with cornerback Lathan Ransom, left, during Salpointe Catholic High School football practice.
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Running back Bijan Robinson leaps hurdles during Salpointe Catholic High School football practice.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) has to hold on for dear life as Saguaro's Cash Campbell (20) almost strips him of the ball in the second quarter of their 4A state championship game at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium, Saturday, December 2, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) fights his way through the Sabercat defense on run in the third quarter against Saguaro in their 4A state championship game at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium, Saturday, December 2, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) tries to carry three Saguaro players for an extra yard or two on run in the third quarter of their 4A state championship game at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium, Saturday, December 2, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) right, finds some room to run around the end and by Saguaro's Antonio Cuevas (5) in their 4A state championship game at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium, Saturday, December 2, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
Salpointe vs Scottsdale Saguaro
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) stiff arms his way to first down over Saguaro's Josiah Bradley (34) in the second quarter of their 4A state championship game at ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Stadium, Saturday, December 2, 2017, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥, Ariz.
No. 13 Pueblo vs. No. 4 Salpointe Catholic high school 4A playoff football
Salpointe's Bijan Robinson (5) finds some running room after a block on Pueblo's Ruben Rivera IV.
ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Salpointe vs. Peoria Sunrise Mountain in 4A State football playoff game
Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) break into the secondary on a 61-yard touchdown run against Sunrise Mountain during the first half of their 4A state semifinal playoff football game on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.
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Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson (5) celebrates with teammate Shamon Davis (40) following the Lancers' victory against Sunrise Mountain in the 4A state semifinal playoff football game on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.
In one of the most historic high school football careers in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ high school football history, Salpointe Catholic star running back Bijan R…
Former Salpointe Catholic star Bijan Robinson scored three touchdowns in the Texas Longhorns' win over Colorado in the Alamo Bowl.Â
Ex-Lancer Bijan Robinson scored on runs of 12, 30 and 75 yards Saturday.
Five-star prospect is one of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s most coveted prospects in years.Â
Editor's note: The Star is counting down the top football players in Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ in the weeks leading up to the season.
Today: Salpointe Catholic quarterback Treyson Bourguet.
Son of former UA, NFL lineman John Fina was also considering Yale, Boston College.Â
The Star is counting down the top football players in Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ in the weeks leading up to the season.
Son of former ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ High, UA standout Sean Harris is entering his senior season at Gilbert's Higley High School.
In what has become a long, hot summer for ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥â€™s football program, the Wildcats whiffed on Salpointe Catholic’s Big 3 — lineman Bruno Fina,…
Son of former UA and NFL lineman John Fina likes UCLA, Yale and Boston College more than Wildcats and USC.Â
Five-star running back will choose between Ohio State and Texas.
USC football coach Clay Helton last week offered a scholarship to Salpointe Catholic offensive lineman Jonah Miller, who has also been offered…
Lancers star chooses UT over Ohio State and others.Â
Robinson needs just one half to write name in high school football history.Â
Salpointe Catholic running back Bijan Robinson rushed for 2,235 yards and 38 touchdowns in senior season.
It may be hard to remember, but yes, there were actually some sports highlights in 2020.
Robinson has been listed at 16-to-1 to win the 2021 Heisman Trophy, according to odds released Tuesday by BetOnline.ag.
The Salpointe Catholic High School graduate earned All-America honors for the University of Texas after rushing for 1,580 yards with 18 touchdowns.