The drag show must go on: 4Some Revue adjusts to performing during pandemic
PHOENIX – The COVID-19 pandemic poses challenges for many live performers and that includes a Phoenix drag show. The group 4Some Revue implemented many safety measures, which has allowed the entertainers to perform live again.
Arizona bill targeting transgender athletes could impact state’s ability to host NCAA events
PHOENIX – Although Arizona is the site of two NCAA softball regionals this week, that might not be the case next year if the state passes a law targeting transgender athletes.
Lesser of two evils? Suns secure No. 2 seed in Western Conference, will play Lakers or Warriors
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns locked up the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference playoffs for the first time since the 2006-07 season. However, their first-round opponent will present difficult challenges.
Service time manipulation: Debate rages as MLB teams hold off on bringing up top prospects
PHOENIX – It’s hardly a secret that MLB teams often delay calling up some of their top prospects. While many are critical of the process, immediate change is unlikely.
‘Tighten the screws’: As Suns near first playoffs since 2010, keys to success emerge
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns are about to make their first appearance in the NBA playoffs since the 2009-10 season. Although they already feel as if they are in that environment, several keys have emerged that could help them find success.
No 9-irons needed: Disc golf participation soars during coronavirus pandemic
PHOENIX – When the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to most recreational sporting events and activities, people began looking elsewhere for exercise and competition. Many found disc golf as the answer.
After Tocchet’s departure, Armstrong, Coyotes look ahead to busy summer
PHOENIX – The first domino fell Sunday when Coyotes general manager Bill Armstrong announced the team has mutually parted ways with coach Rick Tocchet. Now, Armstrong’s vision for the future has officially begun.
Diamond in the rough: Japanese Americans imprisoned at Arizona camps during WWII found solace in baseball
PHOENIX – Baseball served as a distraction for some Japanese Americans who were imprisoned at Arizona camps during WWII
Faith, fitness, furtherance: Arizonans find resources for positive change amid COVID-19 pandemic
PHOENIX – The COVID-19 pandemic paused the lives of many Arizonans for an extended period of time. Some found resources that helped turn their challenges into a positive situation.
New frontier: Athletes, teams dipping their toes into cryptocurrency, NFT pool
PHOENIX – Athletes, teams and leagues across sports are dipping their toes into the NFT cryptocurrency pool. Athletes including Taijuan Walker and Rob Gronkowski have already jumped in.
Making waves: Drag boat racing finds home at Buckeye’s Hidden Lake
BUCKEYE – Tucked south of Buckeye, Hidden Lake is home to Arizona Drag Boat Association races, where competitors from across Arizona and elsewhere the country come to compete at speeds up to 120 mph.
A pain, a diagnosis, a tumor, a fight: Northwest Christian’s Floyd uses faith, determination to persevere
PHOENIX – The diagnosis was shocking: cancer. But that hasn’t slowed Northwest Christian soccer player Wilson Floyd from waging a fight, or her team from winning a title.