Coaches, community leaders strive to improve Arizona’s poor numbers in youth sports participation
PHOENIX – Although youth sports participation is declining on a national level, many leagues in Arizona remain confident their numbers are rising.
Despite first home loss, Phoenix Mercury remain confident as they embark on road trip
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury suffered their first home loss of the season to the Dallas Wings, but they move forward expectantly and encouraged entering their first extended road trip of the season.
A Pac of goodbyes: ASU baseball loss likely means end of conference era
SCOTTSDALE – Emotions filled Scottsdale Stadium after Arizona State’s loss to Oregon State in the Pac-12 Baseball Tournament. Coaches and fans mourned the end of the Pac-12 era.
Phoenix Mercury rolling to start 2024 WNBA season in Brittney Griner’s absence
PHOENIX – Despite Brittney Griner’s absence, the Phoenix Mercury are surprising fans with their performance behind Kahleah Copper’s prolific scoring for the team.
6 months later, ASU names an athletic director: Graham Rossini
TEMPE – Arizona State graduate Graham Rossini was officially introduced as the school’s new athletic director Thursday at Mountain America Stadium. He was president Michael Crow’s only interview.
Phoenix Suns unveil Valley Suns as new G League affiliate, home games set for Mullett Arena
TEMPE – The Phoenix Suns officially introduced their new G League affiliate team, the Valley Suns, who will play their home games at Mullett Arena in downtown Tempe.
Playing beyond limits: Coyotes Sled Hockey empowering disabled athletes through inclusive ice hockey
SCOTTSDALE – With the Arizona Coyotes’ relocation to Utah, the future of Coyotes Sled Hockey is unclear. However, the organization’s ability to change lives can not be ignored.
ASU’s chances for NCAA baseball tournament bid suffers blow after Stanford loss
SCOTTSDALE – A late rally by Arizona State was not enough Tuesday in the Pac-12 Baseball Tournament. The Sun Devils fell 8-7 and are poised to miss their third straight NCAA Tournament.
A new beginning: Trailblazing high school football camp opens doors for Arizona talent at HBCUs
GILBERT – Arizona’s inaugural HBCU football camp featured 35 high school athletes from the 2025 class, with scouts present from Howard University, Lincoln University, North Carolina A&T, Alabama A&M, and Morgan State University.
More than the money: NIL deals provide career prep for ASU athletes beyond the field
TEMPE – With the introduction of NIL in June 2021, athletes have taken full advantage of the opportunity to make money off of their name, image and likeness. Some Arizona State students are even using their NIL deals to get a headstart on life post-grad.
Happy to be home: Armed with championship on resume, Budenholzer excited to guide Suns
PHOENIX – A player who grew up in Holbrook is now the coach of the Phoenix Suns, and Mike Budenholzer couldn’t be happier. The team hopes his championship experience in Milwaukee will pay off in Phoenix.
Spring training treasures: Exploring the intersection of baseball and card collecting in Arizona
PHOENIX – Against the backdrop of Arizona's spring training season, there's a thriving sports card market as collectors converge at shows and vendors capitalize on the enthusiasm of baseball fans.
