Battle of the Bigs: Arizona’s Oumar Ballo faces tall task in Sweet 16 matchup against Clemson’s PJ Hall
LOS ANGELES – The matchup between Arizona center Oumar Ballo and Clemson’s PJ Hall will be intriguing to watch considering their different playing styles as Hall scores from shooting mid-range jumpers and posting up compared to Ballo, who primarily gets his points from the low post.
Sponsor surprise turns golfer Kim Paez’s LPGA dreams into reality following recent success
GILBERT – After her recent success in the 2023 Southwest PGA Championship, golfer Kim Paez was surprised with a sponsor exemption allowing her to compete in the inaugural Ford Championship as her first ever LPGA tour event.
Who’s hot, who’s not in the men’s Sweet 16? The ACC, transfer portal and … birds
PHOENIX – Fifty two teams have been eliminated and only 16 remain to fight for the right to call themselves the 2024 men’s NCAA champion. Why is the ACC feeling really good, and is it a bad tournament to be a bird?
Next big thing: Freddy Peralta begins pathway to Brewers’ ace, will make first career Opening Day start
PHOENIX – After the departure of Corbin Burnes and long-term injuries to Brandon Woodruff and Devin Williams, Freddy Peralta is gearing up to be the next ace for the Brewers’ pitching staff and gets the nod for Opening Day.
King of the Jungle: Arizona Wildcats looks to pounce on Clemson Tigers in Sweet 16 meeting
LOS ANGELES – Thursday’s Sweet 16 showdown between the Arizona Wildcats and Clemson Tigers offers a chance for the Wildcats to reach the Elite 8 for the first time in nearly a decade. Clemson displays a slow pace which Arizona has struggled with in the past.
Jordan Montgomery addition exemplifies Arizona Diamondbacks’ willingness to compete for another World Series
PHOENIX – After Eduardo Rodriguez went down with a lat sprain late into spring training, the Arizona Diamondbacks filled the hole by signing southpaw Jordan Montgomery to a one-year contract.
‘Little bit of a fairytale’: Josh Doan scores twice in unforgettable Arizona Coyotes debut
TEMPE – Josh Doan netted two goals in his NHL debut for the Coyotes on Tuesday night in a blowout win over Columbus. The son of Coyotes legend Shane Doan created lifelong memories for family, friends and fans.
Ultimate coup de grace: ASU men’s swim and dive team seeks to end Pac-12 era with first NCAA championship
PHOENIX – Following a dominant Pac-12 championship win, the Arizona State Sun Devils men’s swim and dive team seeks to end the Pac-12 era with the program’s first NCAA championship.
Lights, churro, action! Diamondbacks highlight upgrades to Chase Field despite uncertain future
PHOENIX – From new lights to new food, the Arizona Diamondbacks unveil changes and upgrades to various areas of Chase Field, even as the team’s future in the ballpark hangs in the balance.
LPGA Tour Game Night brings together fans, pros in a unique golf experience
SCOTTSDALE – With the LPGA Tour landing in Arizona, PXG Scottsdale hosted its first LPGA Tour Game Night that allowed avid golf lovers of all ages to compete with one another in a series of challenges while being able to interact and learn from four professionals.
Chicago Cubs finding identity as 2024 regular season approaches with sights set on NL Central crown
MESA — Spring training has all different types of players, and the Chicago Cubs are still trying to figure themselves out as the season approaches. But they like the group they have with sights of winning the NL Central division.
Photo essay: ‘Saddened and shocked’ Ohtani, Dodgers try to move forward after translator betting scandal
GLENDALE – Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani and his teammates enjoyed a promising spring training, but a gambling scandal involving the player’s translator changed the tone of the exhibition season.
