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Surprise
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Surprise. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Echo Rebellion, a band of West Valley kids including one 18-year-old from School of Rock, will open the Out of the Park Music Festival in Surprise today (drummer Jace Bonofiglio, 10, joined just over a month ago as the band quickly rises in the local music scene). Surprise Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seven local teachers are being honored during Educator Week at Surprise Stadium as spring training begins while Dysart Schools’ students and staff enjoy spring break (through Friday). The city announced the Breakout Teacher Award to recognize these educators for their leadership, compassion, and commitment. Surprise Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Forecasted high temperatures have forced three midweek spring training games at Surprise Stadium to move from a 1:05 p.m. start to 6:05 p.m. with gates opening at 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday’s game features the Kansas City Royals facing the Texas Rangers. Surprise Independent
- ➤ Surprise is offering the Majors 60-90 Baseball League and sports skills camps this spring; early registration runs through Sunday, Mar. 29 while regular sign-up starts Mar. 30 and the season runs from late April to the end of June for teens (ages 13 to 16). Surprise Independent
- ➤ On Feb. 27, West Valley Preps started the high school boys volleyball season by inviting local coaches to review teams, including the experienced Dysart Demons and Paradise Honors Panthers who are working to refine their skills to advance to the state tournament. Surprise Independent
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Spring Training: Rockies vs. Royals
5:05 AM – 12:35 PM — Surprise Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting clash between the Rockies and Royals during Cactus League Spring Training in the heart of Arizona.
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Spencer's Place 5K Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — Heritage Club — Fundraising event — Support an inclusive workforce while enjoying a fun run in Surprise.
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Wednesday Night Doubles
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Tennis and Raquet Complex Parking — $7.50 — Enjoy a social tennis experience with randomly matched opponents for all skill levels.
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Surprise Pickleball Tournament
Brackets to be determined — Surprise Community Park-Pickle Ball Courts — Registration required — Compete in women's, men's, and mixed doubles formats at this thrilling double elimination tournament.
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