Defending Class 4A-I state champion Cactus High School opens its 2006 season Friday night at 7 p.m., playing host to the Mingus Marauders at Huber Stadium, 6330 W. Greenway Road in Glendale Arizona.

The Cobras, led by coach Larry Fetkenheier, carry a 14-game winning streak into this season after running through the 2005 undefeated and capturing the school's first state championship in football.

For more information on Cactus athletics, visit the school's web site.

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