By james art 
Tempe, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) – Trenton Bourguet saw a lot during his time in Tempe. A promising rise, a Covid Year, a disappointing season, an NCAA scandal, a coaching change and finally a well deserved playoff title win.
Through it all, he displayed dedication, loyalty, heart, leadership and a deft passing touch that made him — a local Marana fan and childhood Wildcat — one of the most popular Sun Devils in recent memory. With his playing days over, the football prodigy is now embarking on a very promising coaching career.
In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of his six years as a Sun Devil, what made the 2024 squad, his favorite moments, a breakdown of his offensive scheme and more.
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