‘This is who we are’: GCU men’s and women’s basketball hope to emerge as national threats in pivotal season
PHOENIX – GCU men’s and women’s basketball have had quick journeys to national prominence. Now they hope to use their recent momentum to reach new heights in their respective 2023-24 seasons.
‘Weird’ and exciting: Emotions, memories flow as ASU basketball prepares to move to Big 12 after 46 years in the Pac-12
TEMPE – With Arizona State moving to the Big 12, many around the program reflect on the past and consider what the future could look like in a new conference.
Running toward history: NAU women’s and men’s teams eye monumental sweep at NCAA Cross Country Championships
PHOENIX – Northern Arizona University seeks to become the first school since 2004 to sweep the men’s and women’s races at the NCAA Cross Country Championships this upcoming weekend at Panorama Farms in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Triumph in Bangkok: Arizona trio win IWBF gold medals, offer fresh perspective on adaptive athletics
TUCSON – Abby Dunn, Hayley Nilsen and Emilee Gustafson had the opportunity of their lifetime to represent the United States in the IWBF U25 games. The Arizona Wildcat trio walked away with a gold medal in wheelchair basketball and an experience unlike any other.
California basketball star Brady Dunlap overcomes challenges to become D1 athlete
High school basketball star Brady Dunlap of Harvard-Westlake School had a rocky journey on his way to becoming a Division I athlete. From battling injuries to aiming to win a state championship, Dunlap exemplified his grit throughout his high school career.
Shaken and stirred: NCAA transfer portal transforms Pac-12 basketball
LAS VEGAS – The transfer portal has shaken up the landscape of college athletics. See how the portal has made its impact on Pac-12 basketball for the 2023-24 season.
Oregon State eyes chaotic conclusion to upend Pac-12 in College Football Playoff race
PHOENIX – Oregon State moved to No. 11 in the most recent CFP poll, and now has the chance to create a dramatic finish in the Pac-12's last hope for a playoff spot.
Phoenix Raceway turns into pop-up city thanks to NASCAR camping culture
The NASCAR Cup Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway drew thousands of fans, some of whom rolled up in RVs and set up camp for the weekend. Dirt parking at the raceway turned into a makeshift city with more than 5,700 campers who love the sport and the community that comes with it.
Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll wins first Rookie of the Year Award in franchise history
PHOENIX – Arizona Diamondbacks star outfielder Corbin Carroll won the 2023 National League Rookie of the Year. The 23-year-old led the Diamondbacks to 84 wins, their first postseason appearance since 2017 and the first World Series trip since 2001.
End of an era: Ray Anderson resigns as athletic director of ASU
On Monday, Ray Anderson announced his resignation as the vice president of university athletics at Arizona State, effective immediately. It was a decision that many fans supported.
Kyler Murray is back and Arizona Cardinals players, fans couldn’t be happier
TEMPE – After waiting 10 weeks, Cardinals fans finally got their wish, as Kyler Murray returned to the field at State Farm Stadium. His impact was felt immediately, as a remarkable first-down run led to the game-winning field goal in the waning seconds.
‘They don’t know how to die’: Phoenix Rising win first ever USL Championship
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Phoenix Rising completed one of the most unlikely playoff runs the USL has ever seen on Sunday, when they beat Charleston Battery 3-2 on penalties to win their first ever USL Championship, ending years of playoff heartbreak.
