The Sweet Spot: Breaking records
The Diamondbacks are in the NLCS, which means business is booming. A high school footballer is breaking state records in the Valley, and pickle ball is taken to new competitive heights. Also, a high school marching band competition saw 23 high schools meet in Flagstaff at NAU.
Phoenix Mercury confident in decision to hire Nate Tibbetts despite widespread criticism
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury's announcement of Nate Tibbetts as their new coach has been a controversial one, with some questioning why the organization did not opt for a female coach.
‘I’m still the Slim Reaper’: Kevin Durant inspires new era of excellence for Phoenix Suns as leader of Big Three
PHOENIX – As the NBA season approaches, Kevin Durant finds himself in a winning position once again, alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. But this isn’t his first time – and he’s prepared to manage the expectations.
Phoenix Rising’s revenge tour begins Sunday on the road with playoff match against San Diego Loyal
PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising FC is gearing up for the 2023 USL Championship Playoffs, eager to capture their first title after missing the playoffs for the first time since joining the league. Coach Juan Guerra leads the team with a sense of responsibility and determination, as they seek to overcome past playoff shortcomings and make their fans proud.
Explosive forwards Manuel Arteaga and Danny Trejo help Phoenix Rising return to USL Championship playoffs
PHOENIX – A year after Phoenix Rising’s most disappointing season yet, they’ve returned to the playoffs, inspired by forwards Manuel Arteaga and Danny Trejo who have combined for 32 of Phoenix Rising’s 54 goals – fourth all time by two players in the USL Championship.
A hard-Pfaadt battle: Diamondbacks rookie delivers in Game 3 victory over Phillies
PHOENIX – After losing the first two games of the National League Championship Series, the Diamondbacks found themselves in a difficult position. Rookie pitcher Brandon Pfaadt changed the narrative of the series by leading his team to a victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
It takes a team: Moving ASU’s football equipment requires precise planning, herculean efforts by staff
TEMPE – A lot of preparation goes into moving all the necessary football equipment every time ASU football hits the road, with the team’s equipment staff working around the clock.
Why fans attending NLCS Game 3 will pay more for beer than tickets
PHOENIX – Following the Diamondbacks’ shutout loss in Philadelphia, ticket prices for Game 3 of the NLCS have nosedived to $5 for the cheapest ticket at Chase Field. This drastic change has raised questions about the price drop.
Marta Levinska: Latvian phenom to a leader on the ASU volleyball team
TEMPE — From growing up in Latvia to playing volleyball at Arizona State, Marta Levinksa gives insight on her move overseas, her friendship with Maddie McLaughlin and her future beyond ASU.
U.S. Men’s Olympic soccer wraps up Phoenix training camp with 4-1 win vs. Japan
PHOENIX – Preparation for the 2024 Olympic Games, the U.S. Men’s Olympic soccer team trained in Phoenix and won two international friendlies against Mexico and Japan.
Former ASU quarterback Jake Plummer finds healing in magic of mushrooms
TEMPE – Jake Plummer was the star of ASU's 1996 Rose Bowl run, but four years at ASU and 10 years in the NFL took a toll on his body and mind. He has since found recovery in refuge at an unlikely source: mushrooms of many kinds.
Arizona Pickleball Players League’s growth empowered by sport’s increase in popularity
PHOENIX – Since its founding in 2019, the Arizona Pickleball Players League has earned increased popularity among the Phoenix and Tucson regions. The league hopes to expand to neighboring states to create regional tournament.
