About the HJCAC

Our Mission

To turn athletic ability into educational opportunity — developing student-athletes from Arizona and beyond into graduates, competitors and leaders.

Our Vision

A path to college for every student-athlete willing to earn it, starting right here in Arizona.

What Guides Us

Our Values

Academic Integrity

The classroom comes first. Every player is a student before an athlete.

Competitive Excellence

We play the game the right way, with discipline, effort and respect for opponents and officials.

Student-Athlete Growth

We measure success by who our players become: graduates, transfers, skilled professionals and leaders in their communities.

What We Provide

The HJCAC Experience

Academics

Student-athletes enroll at approved partner community colleges, earning associate degrees, career and technical certificates and credits that transfer.

Competition

A full conference schedule against programs from across Arizona and the region.

Development

Experienced coaching and life-skills preparation that build habits for the classroom, the field and beyond.

Next Steps

A network that connects our players with four-year programs and career opportunities, helping them take the next step.

Where We Come From

Our Story

In 2018, community college football in Arizona came to an end. Within months, every program in the state was gone — and with them, opportunities for more than 750 student-athletes and an estimated $8 million a year in four-year scholarships.

A group of Arizona coaches refused to let that be the final word. With the support of community partners and advisors from across junior college, NCAA and business, they built a new conference from the ground up. In fall 2019, the HJCAC kicked off with five teams, and junior college football was back in Arizona.

750+student-athletes lost a place to play when Arizona's programs were cut in 2018

$8Mestimated in four-year scholarship opportunities lost each year

2019the year the HJCAC kicked off and brought the game back

Our Name

Hohokam

Hohokam honors Arizona and the Native American communities within its borders. Roughly translated, it means “those who came before” — a tribute to the coaches who opened doors for the athletes they serve, and a reminder of our responsibility to those who come next.

Looking Ahead

Growing the Game

The HJCAC is growing. In 2027, founding member the Maricopa Mustangs returns and the Whitewater Wolves join the conference, and we continue to work toward our long-term goal of membership in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Get Involved

Join Us

Student-Athletes

Visit your team's page to complete a recruiting questionnaire.

Colleges & Partners

Help us expand academic and athletic opportunities across Arizona.

Everyone

Questions, ideas or interest in supporting HJCAC football? Email info@hjcac.com.

Every athlete a student.Every student a graduate.Every graduate a leader.