Midpoint checkup: Cardinals bolstered by elite running game, but defense must prove itself
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals started off the season in what appeared to be rebuild mode, but the team changed course and now sits atop the NFC West standings. The difference-maker? The run game.
Caitlin Hogan leads Arizona Wildcats’ revival of women’s hockey in Tucson
PHOENIX — Caitlin Hogan embraced the challenge of building a women’s hockey program in Tucson when she accepted her role as head coach of the University of Arizona women’s hockey team. Now Hogan and the Wildcats are navigating their inaugural season with help from former players.
The Terminator: Connor helps Cardinals end losing streak to 49ers
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals headed into Sunday with a four-game losing to San Francisco 49ers. Despite not having a leading passer, rusher or receiver, the Cardinals defense created big plays to help carry the Cardinals to a victory.
Summer grind: AZ Compass Prep stars Miikka Muurinen, Kaden House enjoy hectic year-round schedules
CHANDLER – Summer is typically a time for parties, relaxation and resetting, but for AZ Compass Prep's five-star juniors Miikka Muurinen and Kaden House, it’s a completely different story.
Endorsements from Parkland survivors group elevates gun debate in Arizona races that pit Democrats against NRA-backed Republicans
WASHINGTON – March For Our Lives, the group formed by survivors of the 2018 Parkland, Florida, school shooting, has endorsed two Arizona Democrats against NRA backed Republicans.
Olympics bring vibrant sports courts to Paris’ often forgotten neighborhoods
PARIS – Freshly-painted, vibrant sports courts bring new life to Paris’ often forgotten neighborhoods, a project that was part of the Olympic Games.
‘I mean, I love them’: Suns fans from around globe head to Lille to see Devin Booker, Kevin Durant at Paris Olympics
PARIS - Since the 1992 Dream Team brought worldwide attention to the NBA, every team including the Suns has seen their fan base expand around the world. In 2024 Suns fans are well represented at the Olympics.
From ASU student to Olympics executive: Rocky Harris credits lessons learned in Tempe for USOPC success
PARIS -Rocky Harris, who sports the title of Chief of Sport and Athlete Services for the USOPC, embraces his roots at Arizona State, where he was a student and later COO. His journey from collegiate sports to the international Olympic stage highlights his dedication to holistic athlete care and lifelong success.
Phoenix Suns snag Virginia defensive standout Dunn, former Desert Vista center Ighodaro in NBA Draft
PHOENIX – The Suns addressed their defensive weaknesses by selecting Ryan Dunn with the 28th pick in the 2024 draft. While Dunn's offensive skills are still developing, his defensive upside is already notable.
Nod to the past: The ties between baseball and bobbleheads
PHOENIX – Bobbleheads are some of the most popular giveaways around MLB, which makes them a hot commodity for baseball fanatics. Here’s why teams give so many away, why fans collect them and the significance they have for players and their families.
Who’s hot, who’s not in the men’s Sweet 16? The ACC, transfer portal and … birds
PHOENIX – Fifty two teams have been eliminated and only 16 remain to fight for the right to call themselves the 2024 men’s NCAA champion. Why is the ACC feeling really good, and is it a bad tournament to be a bird?
Arizona Cardinals sign six free agents with defensive upgrade a priority
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals signed six free agents to their roster Thursday. For each player, the new culture and opportunities give hope for next season.
