What makes Miracle League of Arizona so special for players with disabilities? Just ask Drew Boedigheimer
PHOENIX – The Miracle League of Arizona, located in North Scottsdale, provides Arizona residents with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball. One of the members, Drew Boedigheimer, has a strong connection to Oregon State University’s baseball program.
‘More than just players. We’re family’: Behind the growing brotherhood of Latino football in Arizona
PHOENIX – Arizona's Latino population is changing the face of high school football, with players, coaches and programs working to improve diversity and representation. Leaders like Joseph Ortiz and projects like the Minority Football Coaches Network are breaking down barriers, encouraging future athletes, and instilling community pride.
Baseball’s back: Valley’s Cactus League opens for 78th year of spring training with a few twists
GLENDALE – The Cactus League is ready for its 78th year of spring training. What’s new this season for fans?
‘I couldn’t believe it’: Arizona-based college athletes process hometown Los Angeles fire devastation
PHOENIX – Four Arizona college athletes from Southern California shared their personal connections to the recent devastating wildfires that destroyed homes and claimed lives.
G League’s Valley Suns bridge crucial development gap for Phoenix and the community
TEMPE – Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro propelled the Valley Suns to a win on Phoenix Suns Night, proving the benefit of having a G League affiliate. Phoenix is the last team to add an affiliate.
From Kingston courts to Suns, Nick Richards blossoms in Phoenix as 7-foot game-changer
PHOENIX – Growing up in Jamaica without basketball resources, Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards didn’t start playing basketball until eighth grade. Since high school, he has shown the ability to adapt quickly and make an impact, including his first 14 games with the Suns.
Turmoil in Tempe: Suspensions, injuries plague ASU men’s hoops in inaugural Big 12 season
PHOENIX — Between injuries and on-court issues, the Sun Devils men's basketball team has fallen apart after showing promise in the early stages of the season.
Purple reign: GCU women’s basketball untouchable at home, unstoppable in WAC at 20 straight wins
PHOENIX — GCU’s women’s basketball team beat California Baptist, 84-55, on Saturday to improve to a 20-game win streak. This was the first of a three-game homestand for the Lopes, and now they look ahead to a tough matchup against Tarleton State on Thursday.
Homecoming on the Diamond: Arizona roots run deep for Savannah Banana ballplayers
GLENDALE – Arizona-native and former ASU players kicked off the Savannah Bananas' 2025 World Tour with a special homecoming. Bananas and Party Animals players reflected on their Arizona roots, reconnecting with fans before taking Banana Ball nationwide.
Four-ce of habit? Winners of three straight state titles, reigning champs Perry High eye return to title game
GILBERT – Perry Basketball seeks to capture its fourth state title in a row and has been ranked No. 1 in Arizona the past few years.
‘We’re some dogs’: Arizona women’s basketball finding footing, Arizona State still searching in Big 12 debut
TUCSON – Arizona and ASU women's basketball are on different paths—Arizona is building momentum with a young core, while ASU continues to struggle under Coach Natasha Adair. Their latest rivalry matchup highlighted the gap as the regular season nears its end.
Selfless star: Williams Field freshman phenom Adan Diggs balances hype and humility as ultimate team player
GILBERT – Adan Diggs, a freshman basketball phenom, is taking over Williams Field High School. At just 16 years old, Diggs is already exploring the world of NIL, and he’s received several D1 offers, but those close to him commend his character above all else.
