Academic benefits a go: NCAA loses Supreme Court case on compensation
PHOENIX - The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that restrictions the NCAA attempted to put on the academic benefits, like laptops and study abroad funding, are unconstitutional. Schools can now provide any academic benefits they want.
On to Tokyo: Phoenix Mercury big three named to Team USA Olympic roster
PHOENIX – Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner and Skyla Diggins-Smith are thrilled to represent the Phoenix Mercury after being named to the Olympic team.
D-I-S-R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Widespread appreciation grows for Devin Booker after regular season indifference
PHOENIX - Phoenix Suns fans long lamented Devin Booker was the most disrespected player in the NBA. His performance in the playoffs has raised his national profile, leading to widespread Booker appreciation
In nearly five-hour battle, Vanderbilt beats Arizona in College World Series
OMAHA, Neb. – Time wasn't on Arizona's side in the College World Series. A baseball game that went almost five hours ended with a Vanderbilt victory.
Arizona baseball team confident as it prepares for Vanderbilt in College World Series
OMAHA - The University of Arizona baseball team feels confident as it takes on defending national champion Vanderbilt in the College World Series.
‘Their dream starts now’: Section 7 high school basketball event attracts top teams, college coaches
PHOENIX – The Section 7 basketball tournament at State Farm Stadium begins Friday, and will feature three days of intense interstate basketball competition in front of prominent college coaches.
Phoenix Mercury continue to look for identity after losing fourth straight game
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury are looking for their identity after losing their fourth straight, even though Brittney Griner and Skylar-Diggins Smith have stepped up with Diana Taurasi in the lineup.
Academy contract, online classes: At 16, Niall Dunn embracing opportunity with Phoenix Rising
CHANDLER – Phoenix Rising FC’s Niall Dunn is doing his best to juggle life as a professional and a teenager. He is embracing the opportunities, and the sacrifices.
Waiting to exhale: Chris Paul news has Suns fans in frenzy about ‘cursed’ franchise
Phoenix Suns fans believe their franchise is one of the unluckiest in the world. The Chris Paul news has them in a frenzy.
Derby Dames turn to community for help in preserving Arizona’s only banked roller derby track
PHOENIX – Like many other businesses, the Arizona Derby Dames had to close their doors in March 2020 due to COVID-19. They were about to begin their 16th season. Instead, they had to hang their helmets and store their skates.
‘Basketball on grass’: Canadian Football League provides alternative path for Arizona athletes
PHOENIX – Arizona athletes are among those who have turned to the Canadian Football League as an alternative means of pursuing a professional football career.
Title fights in UFC 263 will highlight big night at Gila River Arena
PHOENIX – Arizona’s first UFC promotion since 2019 is also the biggest in the state’s history. A crowd of over 18,000 is expected at Gila River Arena for UFC 263 Saturday night to watch two championship bouts.
