From ASU student to Olympics executive: Rocky Harris credits lessons learned in Tempe for USOPC success
PARIS -Rocky Harris, who sports the title of Chief of Sport and Athlete Services for the USOPC, embraces his roots at Arizona State, where he was a student and later COO. His journey from collegiate sports to the international Olympic stage highlights his dedication to holistic athlete care and lifelong success.
Cocktails only on tap? The Honey Moon Paris’ modern approach to mixology on display during Olympics
PARIS – In Paris’ 11th arrondissement, The Honeymoon Paris is turning heads with its only-on-tap cocktail bar. It features expertly crafted cocktails, sustainable practices and a vibrant social atmosphere.
Five Sunkist Kids Wrestling Club competitors take mat in Paris Olympics before organization shuts down
PARIS - After the Martori family announced the closure of the Sunkist Kids Wrestling Club after 40-plus years of dominance, the final five wrestlers to represent the club are competing in the Paris Olympics before the club shuts down.
Paris’ bicycling infrastructure a model that Phoenix, Los Angeles should copy, officials say
PARIS - During Summer Olympics, Paris confirms it is the “gold medal” standard for bicycle infrastructure. Officials say U.S. cities including Phoenix, Los Angeles should model their plan.
A young journalist leaves the comfort of the Paris Games for an emotional journey to Normandy
Once occupied by the Nazi regime, France now welcomes the world to the Olympic Games with extreme gratefulness 80 years after the Allied liberation of their homeland. A young journalists honors his great-grandfather in Normandy.
The cost of living in Paris: Olympics put spotlight on city working to find affordable living solutions
PARIS - During the Paris Olympics, city officials address issues related to affordable housing and potential gentrification. The cost of living has made rent a challenge for low-income and middle-income residents.
Emotional Mercury center Brittney Griner calls U.S.-Russia prisoner swap a ‘huge win’
PARIS - In a historic U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange, 24 people, including Paul Whelan, were released. Brittney Griner, celebrating from Paris, calls it a “huge win” following her own release and Team USA’s victory in Lille.
‘We got Phoenix all over’: Suns’ Booker, Durant lead charge of strong Valley representation in Olympics basketball
PARIS - Phoenix Suns stars Devin Booker and Kevin Durant have seen their roles change for Team USA in pursuit of men’s basketball gold in the Paris Olympics.
Former Mercury forward Cierra Burdick find success with Team USA women’s 3×3 basketball
PARIS - Former Mercury forward Cierra Burdick has become the leader of the Team USA 3x3 basketball team that aims to win back-to-back gold medals.
Known names on Valley golf scene, including Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, in mix at Paris Olympics
PARIS – Among the 60 golfers vying for gold at the Summer Olympics in Paris, several contenders have found their starts and successes in the Valley, including Arizona State product Jon Rahm.
U.S. men’s gymnastics team medals for first time since 2008 at Paris 2024 Olympics
PARIS – Led by a Clark Kent-looking gymnast, the U.S. men's gymnastics team medaled for the first time since 2008. The men and women are proving to be quite the one-two punch.
Taurasi, Griner, Copper: Mercury trio determined to help Team USA women’s basketball win gold
PARIS - The Team USA women’s basketball team is eyeing its eighth straight gold medal. The Phoenix Mercury’s big three of Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner and Kahleah Cooper will be leading the charge.
