What makes Miracle League of Arizona so special for players with disabilities? Just ask Drew Boedigheimer
PHOENIX – The Miracle League of Arizona, located in North Scottsdale, provides Arizona residents with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball. One of the members, Drew Boedigheimer, has a strong connection to Oregon State University’s baseball program.
‘More than just players. We’re family’: Behind the growing brotherhood of Latino football in Arizona
PHOENIX – Arizona's Latino population is changing the face of high school football, with players, coaches and programs working to improve diversity and representation. Leaders like Joseph Ortiz and projects like the Minority Football Coaches Network are breaking down barriers, encouraging future athletes, and instilling community pride.
Arizona ranks 5th highest in losses to romance scams
PHOENIX — In Arizona, losses from online romance scams totaled $47 million in 2022 and 2023, according to data from the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center. The Investor Loss Center ranked Arizona 5th in losses behind California, Florida, Texas and New York.
Baseball’s back: Valley’s Cactus League opens for 78th year of spring training with a few twists
GLENDALE – The Cactus League is ready for its 78th year of spring training. What’s new this season for fans?
‘I couldn’t believe it’: Arizona-based college athletes process hometown Los Angeles fire devastation
PHOENIX – Four Arizona college athletes from Southern California shared their personal connections to the recent devastating wildfires that destroyed homes and claimed lives.
G League’s Valley Suns bridge crucial development gap for Phoenix and the community
TEMPE – Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro propelled the Valley Suns to a win on Phoenix Suns Night, proving the benefit of having a G League affiliate. Phoenix is the last team to add an affiliate.
From Kingston courts to Suns, Nick Richards blossoms in Phoenix as 7-foot game-changer
PHOENIX – Growing up in Jamaica without basketball resources, Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards didn’t start playing basketball until eighth grade. Since high school, he has shown the ability to adapt quickly and make an impact, including his first 14 games with the Suns.
Turmoil in Tempe: Suspensions, injuries plague ASU men’s hoops in inaugural Big 12 season
PHOENIX — Between injuries and on-court issues, the Sun Devils men's basketball team has fallen apart after showing promise in the early stages of the season.
Purple reign: GCU women’s basketball untouchable at home, unstoppable in WAC at 20 straight wins
PHOENIX — GCU’s women’s basketball team beat California Baptist, 84-55, on Saturday to improve to a 20-game win streak. This was the first of a three-game homestand for the Lopes, and now they look ahead to a tough matchup against Tarleton State on Thursday.
Los Angeles small businesses are in ‘recovery’ phase after deadly wildfires, but experts predict many won’t rebuild
LOS ANGELES – Local officials say homeowners and small businesses are in the ‘recovery’ phase after deadly wildfires, but experts predict a large portion won’t rebuild despite government assistance.
Arizona sheriffs want no part of Trump immigration crackdown but Arpaio says hardline measures work
WASHINGTON – Immigration enforcement has started to become a responsibility for Arizona counties. But sheriffs say they lack resources and some worry about losing community trust if they help with President Trump’s mass round-up and deportation.
‘Know Your Rights’ workshop at ASU empowers students to navigate potential ICE encounters
TEMPE – Aliento at ASU hosted a “Know Your Rights” workshop to support students without legal immigration status and empower them to navigate potential ICE encounters and threats of deportation. The workshop came after the College Republicans United club at ASU held a tabling event where they encouraged students to report classmates to ICE.
