For Mike Budenholzer and Phoenix Suns, talk ‘really doesn’t matter’ ahead of 2024-25 NBA season
PHOENIX – When Mike Budenholzer visited Jusuf Nurkić in Croatia, he laid the foundation for this “talk is cheap” mentality. Ahead of the new NBA season, the Suns are adopting that mindset and letting the results speak for themselves.
Playoff bound: Phoenix Rising FC squeaks into USL Championship postseason, readies for Saturday’s finale
PHOENIX – Despite a 1-0 loss to Memphis 901 on Saturday night, Phoenix Rising clinched a playoff berth. With the help of other teams around the league, Rising no longer has to sweat out the final game.
Arizona Wildcats hope to regroup amid three-game skid, injury setbacks
TUCSON – After scoring just one touchdown against Colorado, the Arizona Wildcats are on a three-game losing streak with injuries piling up. They will try to regroup against West Virginia.
GCU men’s basketball balances experience, youth in final WAC championship pursuit
PHOENIX – Grand Canyon University looks for its fourth and final WAC championship trophy and a return to the NCAA Tournament. The older and wiser Lopes will use their talent and maturity to propel their team to a winning season before their move to the WCC.
Dillingham apologizes, ASU football looks to bounce back after kicker controversy
CINCINNATI – Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham apologized Monday for comments critical of ASU kicker Ian Hershey that he made in the wake of ASU’s 24-14 loss at Cincinnati. Still, it appears the ASU coach remains open to adding a walk-on kicker.
Heart of the defense: ASU’s clutch linebacker room fuels team’s remarkable 5-1 start
TEMPE – Arizona State football can thank its linebacker group for time and time again coming up with big plays. The group’s depth and chemistry are a big reason why.
‘Hungry’ for redemption: Phoenix Country Day girls volleyball seeks third title in four years
PHOENIX – From going undefeated and losing in the finals last year, Phoenix Country Day girls volleyball is hungry for redemption as the players look to bounce back this season.
Can Phoenix Rising FC clinch a playoff berth at home? Memphis 901 match looms large
PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising FC is just one point away from securing a playoff spot with two games left in the USL regular season, as they prepare for a crucial home match against Memphis 901 FC.
Vanden Bosch twins take a page from father’s NFL playbook to power Brophy College Prep football
PHOENIX – Guided by their father Kyle's NFL experience, twin brothers Case and Bastian Vanden Bosch are leading Brophy College Prep to a successful 2024 football season.
ASU beach volleyball serves up skills for local youth through ‘Building Brilliant Futures’ in first Tempe event
TEMPE – Arizona State and Beach Nation Volleyball partnered to host the first “Building Bright Futures” event in Tempe, bringing together Sun Devils athletes with middle schoolers.
‘He’s only scratching the surface’: Former coaches say Marvin Harrison Jr. will bring his winning tradition to Cardinals
PHOENIX - Right now, Arizona Cardinals rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is the talk of the Valley. His former coaches at St. Joseph’s Prep and Ohio State say he’ll live up to the hype.
Caitlin Hogan leads Arizona Wildcats’ revival of women’s hockey in Tucson
PHOENIX — Caitlin Hogan embraced the challenge of building a women’s hockey program in Tucson when she accepted her role as head coach of the University of Arizona women’s hockey team. Now Hogan and the Wildcats are navigating their inaugural season with help from former players.
