Cha-ching: Suns playoff run a boost for local businesses, city image
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns’ playoff run has brought excitement back to the Valley and money to the pockets of local businesses following the challenges of the pandemic.
California’s college athletes eye their first payday under new NCAA rule
LOS ANGELES – The NCAA recently changed the collegiate game forever by allowing players the right to profit off their name, image and likeness.
Experts skeptical Suns’ statement condemning violence will curb disorderly fan behavior
PHOENIX - The Suns’ latest statement condemning violence at Phoenix Suns Arena came in response to a brawl at a watch party. Experts in the psychology of sports fandom question the real-life impact of such a statement.
All over the map: From Phoenix to Tucson, Arizona orienteering clubs embrace varied terrain
PHOENIX – Arizona’s varied terrain makes it a great state for orienteering, a sport in which competitors race from point to point while testing their navigational skills.
Even with loss, Suns fans embrace experience of Road Game Rally in arena
PHOENIX – Even those the Suns were playing in Milwaukee, fans enjoyed the experience of the Road Game Rally in Phoenix Suns Arena
They’re not counting their chickens but … Suns fans torn between sweep, Game 5 at home
PHOENIX - The Suns’ dominant win against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday night had fans flying high, suggesting a sweep is possible. But some admit they would rather see a Game 5 at home.
As Chris Paul chases title, question lingers: Will he play for Suns next season?
Chris Paul joined elite company in Michael Jordan after his finals debut. But will he still be playing for the Suns next season?
‘This funky game’: Korfball players struggle to grow sport in Arizona and U.S.
PHOENIX – In the 1980s, David Warren of Maricopa was part of the United States korfball team that earned a bronze medal at the World Games. Since then, the sport has faded even further into the background.
The Cam Payne trail: NBA G League experience in Texas prepared Suns guard for success
PHOENIX - Between January and March 2020, Cameron Payne used a stint with the Texas Legends of the G League to prove that he belonged in the NBA. He confirmed that again in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
From tragedy to triumph: Suns’ Chris Paul, Monty Williams share deep bond
PHOENIX – Chris Paul and Monty Williams have been through a lot together. They reunited in Phoenix, where the Suns will play Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
‘You’re it!’ Local parkour athlete plays, commentates competitive tag
PHOENIX - World Chase Tag is a competitive ruleset for tag that has increased rapidly in popularity in the U.S. A Phoenix-based parkour athlete, Fernando Arce, is the captain of Team Ollo and will provide color commentary at August’s tournament.
At this senior living facility, Tour de Zest participants pedal against ageism
PHOENIX – Residents at La Siena, a Phoenix senior living facility, are participating in a Tour de France-themed competition: the Tour de Zest. They want to show ageing doesn’t mean you stop living.
