Mercury forward Rebecca Allen’s past trials offer hope after Olympics injury
PHOENIX – Australia continues its Olympics journey without star Rebecca Allen due to a hamstring injury. Despite the setback, past trials provide hope that the Phoenix Mercury forward will bounce back stronger.
Bonjour! With backdrop of Paris Olympics, Valley’s Alliance Francaise aims to improve understanding of French culture
PARIS – With the Paris Olympics as a backdrop, the Alliance Francaise of Greater Phoenix looks to educate those interested in French culture.
‘Bit disrespectful’: Diana Taurasi pushes back on questions about age, female stereotypes at Paris Olympics
PARIS – Diana Taurasi is tired of hearing about her age. She is focused on winning this year alongside her successful teammates, who are pushing the sport forward. Team USA opens it's Paris Olympics play today against Japan.
Cirque du Hooray: ASU celebrates swimmer Ilya Khjarun’s participation with Team Canada in Paris
PARIS - Arizona State swimmer Ilya Kharun, who will compete for Team Canada Tuesday in the Paris Olympics, comes from athletic bloodlines. His parents performed with Cirque du Soleil. Now he’s aiming for gold.
‘One For All’ campaign hopes to unite U.S. athletes, fans during unprecedented time of division
PARIS – With individual and team sports highlighting the Olympic slate, the USOPC hopes its athletes are as united as ever in pursuit of glory. Its marketing department has come up with a “One For All” campaign as the official rallying cry for the Paris Games, which is one part fundraiser, one part attempt to numb the divisiveness that has come to divide the U.S.
Phoenix native Jade Carey overcomes illness at Paris Olympics, moves to 2nd in vault
PARIS – Despite battling an illness and a fall during the floor exercise competition, Phoenix native Jade Carey perseveres and moves into second place in the vault during the Paris Olympics.
‘Ugly American’ Gary Hall Jr. finds peace after Olympics media scrutiny, diabetes struggle
PARIS – The U.S.-Australia swim matchup is a coveted rivalry thanks to an article written by Olympian and Valley resident Gary Hall Jr.. He also built a foundational Phoenix pool and started a swim school, all while battling diabetes. Hall has left his mark on swimming and the Olympic Games.
Rain can’t dampen mood as fans celebrate inclusive vibe of Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony
PARIS – The skies opened up, dumping rain on the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The weather did little to dampen the celebratory mood as thousands of fans filled parks for watch parties around the city.
ASU women’s golf program showcases strength with five Olympians in Paris
TEMPE – The Paris Olympics feature five former Sun Devils golfers, a proud moment for ASU coach Missy Farr-Kaye and her successful program.
5,000 miles away from Paris Olympics, Valley’s French bakeries find connection with community
PARIS – Several bakeries in the Valley embody French culinary tradition, offering authentic French pastries and bread that resonate with Arizona locals, and celebrating cultural heritage in anticipation for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
‘Gayest Olympics ever’: Paris Games will spotlight growing LGBTQIA+ athletic community
PARIS – The LGBTQIA+ community will be a focal point during the Paris Olympics, which officially kick off with Friday’s opening ceremony. The city has a history of welcoming those who have come out.
Eyeing gold: U.S. women’s soccer team brings high expectations to Paris Olympics
PARIS – After failing to win its last two major tournaments, the U.S. women’s soccer teams looks to win gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics under new coach Emma Hayes and a young group of players.
