Kristie Stevens
Catalina Foothills High School
Impact Statement
“Coaching is my passion — I love connecting with the kids.” -Kristie Stevens
Biography
Stevens’ Catalina Foothills High team recently won its sixth consecutive Class 4A state title. During the regular season they also established statewide supremacy with a 7-2 victory over the two-time Class 5A team champion, Tucson Salpointe High. Stevens also coached the individual state champions in singles and doubles four straight years, from 2001-04.
Since honoring Stevens in 2005, she continues to lead Catalina Foothills and maintains their status as one of the best teams in Arizona.
In 2019 Stevens announced she would be retiring at the the completion of the season after 26 years. Her departure was par for the course as she and the Falcons won their 15th State Championship. This feat is only matched by one other coach and team in Arizona’s storied history.