Freak hand injury (again) means ASU baseball starts season without Nick McLain
TEMPE – After sustaining a hamate bone injury to begin last season, Nick McLain suffered the identical injury to his other hand to begin 2024. ASU baseball is expected to be without the slugger until Pac-12 play.
3-Peat? Koa, Perry boys basketball seek third straight title riding chemistry, family history
GILBERT – The Perry Pumas are the top-ranked basketball program in the state of Arizona among all AIA-sanctioned teams. Perry hopes to win a third straight state championship, thanks in large part to Coach Duane, Koa Peat, and the team’s exceptional chemistry and morale.
Former ASU receiver Brandon Aiyuk blazes trail to Super Bowl
PHOENIX — While Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers lost in the Super Bowl his path to the NFL has prepared him to battle his way back to the top.
Isaiah Stewart arrested for punching Drew Eubanks ahead of Phoenix Suns’ win
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns’ Drew Eubanks was punched pregame on Valentine’s Day by Isaiah Stewart, resulting in Stewart’s arrest. Star Devin Booker was also ejected early in Wednesday’s fiery game.
Midseason Ukrainian additions to GCU’s club hockey team take on college-athlete life amid war at home
PHOENIX – Grand Canyon University’s first European freshmen jump into the season adjusting to college life and being far away from home amid an ongoing war at home.
Phoenix Suns seal deal on G League team for 2024-25 NBA season
PHOENIX – After selling ownership of the Northern Arizona Suns to the Detroit Pistons, the Phoenix Suns were the only team without a G League affiliate. Three years later, the organization is rewriting the story with a new team coming to the Valley for the 2024-25 NBA season.
Prescott’s tennis phenom: The rise of Andrew Bogdanov and his paralympic dreams
PRESCOTT – Andrew Bogdanov had never picked up a tennis racket until three years ago. Now the Prescott native is the No. 2-ranked American and No. 22 world-ranked quad tennis player in the world as he eyes the Paralympics.
Arizona Diamondbacks retake field for first time since World Series appearance
SCOTTSDALE – Just three months ago, the Arizona Diamondbacks watched the Texas Rangers clinch a World Series title on their homefield. Now they’re back in spring training ready to make another run.
From the Valley to the beach: UCLA volleyball player Reagan Hope is a not-to-miss player
LOS ANGELES - Phoenix native Reagan Hope has found a home in California with UCLA beach volleyball.
Baseball is almost back: Surprise gears up for busy spring as World Series champion Texas Rangers arrive
SURPRISE – From a lineup of spring training events to enhanced stadium features like the upgraded scoreboard, Surprise Stadium is poised to provide top-notch experiences for all visitors during the spring training season.
NCAA sets forth plan to extend protection for athletes with new Post-Eligibility Insurance Program
PHOENIX – At the NCAA Convention in Phoenix, officials previewed their new Post Eligibility Insurance Program. The policy goes live in August and aims to be an extra layer of protection for NCAA athletes.
Phoenix Mercury’s bold shake-up signals win-now mentality under new regime
PHOENIX – Phoenix Mercury had one of its worst seasons in franchise history last year, but new leadership has made aggressive moves to get the team back to its winning ways in 2024.
