Former ASU swimmer Léon Marchand looks to follow in Michael Phelps’ footsteps, dominate Paris Olympics
PARIS – Former ASU swimmer Léon Marchand is among the most high-profile Olympic athletes heading into the Paris Games. Now, he’s following a familiar path paved by the best swimmer of all time to achieve his greatness.
Former Cactus Shadows, Suns coach Nate Bjorkgren takes Olympics stage with Team Canada
PARIS – Before becoming an NBA champion and an Olympic coach, Nate Bjorkgren landed his first big coaching break at Cactus Shadows High School in Arizona. His former players say he’s still the same person he was even almost 20 years later.
Could 2024 Paris Olympics be blueprint of sustainability for cities across the globe?
PHOENIX – The green initiatives for the Paris Olympics help to illustrate the emphasis on sustainability in Europe, while there seems to be bigger hurdles to a unified front on sustainability in the U.S. On the flip side, the Olympics are seen by experts as a potential spur for change in future mega-events and city planning.
Golden goal: Mercury players, Team USA pack lessons from WNBA All-Star weekend for Paris Olympics
PHOENIX – Phoenix Mercury teammates Kahleah Copper and Diana Taurasi emphasize the importance of building team chemistry as they prepare with Team USA for the upcoming Olympics, following lessons learned from Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game.
‘I’m a pretty sore loser’: BMX pro and Tucson native Daleny Vaughn set for Paris Olympics with support from family
PHOENIX – BMX pro and Tucson native Daleny Vaughn is set for the Paris Olympics. She wouldn’t have made it without support from her family and their home track Sports Park BMX.
Fan favorites Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese electrify sold-out Footprint Center in WNBA All-Star debuts
PHOENIX – Rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese captivated fans in their first WNBA All-Star Game debuts, contributing to Team WNBA's 117-109 victory over Team USA at Footprint Center.
Without more oversight on doping, Olympics ‘might not even be there’ in future, gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps warns
WASHINGTON – Michael Phelps testified before lawmakers to discuss anti-doping measures ahead of the start of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The hearing comes after reports that Chinese Olympic athletes tested positive for a banned substance before the Tokyo Games.
From Russian detention to Team USA: Brittney Griner’s third Olympic selection marks return to international stage
PHOENIX – Brittney Griner’s journey over the past two years, marked by her Russian detainment and subsequent return to the WNBA, culminates in her third Olympic Games.
From North Philly to Paris: Kahleah Copper’s road to 2024 Olympics a journey of tears, setbacks and success
PHOENIX – Mercury guard Kahleah Copper was selected to the Olympic roster for the first time. The trials she endured leading up to receiving the call makes her appreciate this achievement much more.
Give me an R! Snubbed by Olympics again, cheerleading continues quest for respect
PHOENIX – Despite the hours, risk of injuries and athleticism required, cheerleading is still searching for respect as it seeks to find a place in a future Olympics.
ASU’s Viva Kreis aims to elevate women’s sports, play for U.S. handball team in 2028 Summer Olympics
PHOENIX – Viva Kreis is an ASU athlete with a handful of extra work. She hopes to play in the 2028 Summer Olympics in team handball and make a difference in women’s sports. The path to completing these goals comes with hard work and focus.
ASU’s Léon Marchand preps for Pac-12, NCAA championships en route to second Olympic appearance
PHOENIX – After finishing as the Pac-12 champions in the 2022-23 season, the ASU men’s swim and dive team is poised for history. Standout junior Léon Marchand is set to make his second Summer Olympic appearance, all while focusing on the present moment.
