Election Tuesday, CFP style: First college football poll of 12-team playoff season makes debut
PHOENIX – With the first CFP rankings coming out Tuesday, here’s what to expect with the new 12-team playoff format. As always, someone won’t be happy.
Adrian Del Castillo in line for designation to key role for Arizona Diamondbacks in 2025
PHOENIX – Catcher Adrian Del Castillo made his MLB debut for the Arizona Diamondbacks in early August. During his first 25 games, he hit four home runs and his bat proved to be MLB ready.
Reigning USL champions Phoenix Rising FC opens back-to-back title quest in New Mexico
PHOENIX – For the second straight year, Phoenix Rising FC faces an uphill battle with every postseason game on the road in their march to claim a second straight USL Championship, a rare feat since 2018.
Tua Tagovailoa’s comeback vs. Arizona Cardinals underscores NFL’s ongoing player safety challenges
PHOENIX – After Tua Tagovailoa’s third concussion, he is back competing, leading many people to worry about his safety in the NFL. Is the league doing enough to protect the players it showcases every week?
Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships celebrates sport and high fashion in record numbers
SCOTTSDALE – At the 13th annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships this past weekend, there was something for everyone: extravagant fashion, dog shows, expensive cars, and yes, some fierce polo matches.
Profit vs. principles: Sports and politics collision creates controversy, opportunity
PHOENIX - Globalization of sports brings potential connections with countries that may not have the best human rights records - how do we hold sports leagues accountable?
Arizona State women’s basketball joins improved Big 12 Conference with fresh energy, high expectations
PHOENIX – The Big 12 held its media day ahead of the start of the women’s basketball season, previewing the new teams added this year, including the Sun Devils.
Rebounds and turnovers: GCU men’s basketball eyes improvements, looks to defend WAC title
PHOENIX – GCU men’s basketball played an exhibition game against Eastern New Mexico Tuesday and easily won 87-57. However, the Lopes found many holes in their game that must be filled before their Nov. 4 season opener.
Transfer trio: GCU roller hockey championship team boosted by newcomers from Bethel University
PEORIA – Kawena Lee, Zach Hoffman and Josh Little transferred to Grand Canyon University after the roller hockey program at Bethel University in Tennessee folded due to funding issues. The trio hopes to help the Lopes defend their title.
Arizona Cardinals return home to test momentum vs. heartbroken Chicago Bears
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals, coming off a tough comeback win over the Miami Dolphins, have their mind set on beating the Chicago Bears, led by the number one overall pick Caleb Williams.
Arizona Wildcats women’s basketball team determined to prove Big 12 critics wrong in debut season
PHOENIX – The Arizona Wildcats will play their first season in the Big 12 Conference, where they look to surprise everyone after being ranked 7th in the preseason rankings.
Arizona schools must adjust to physicality, officiating in inaugural Big 12 men’s basketball season
PHOENIX – Arizona State, Arizona, Utah and Colorado joined the Big 12 Conference after the Pac-12’s collapse. Now their men’s basketball programs must adjust to more physical play, different officiating and traveling across four time zones in a “monster” league.
