ASU sprinter Justin Robinson’s road to redemption ends in gold at the World Athletics Championships

TEMPE — Justin Robinson, a junior on the Arizona State track and field team, just captured two gold medals at the World Athletics Championships. Gold medals are always special, but it is especially sweet for Robinson, who went four years without recording a personal best in his signature event.

USA Track & Field team holding American flag.

Salpointe’s Taliyah Henderson deftly navigating whirlwind of college basketball recruiting process

TUCSON – Salpointe High School star Taliyah Henderson, ranked 33rd in ESPN's 2025 HoopGurlz Super 60, faces overwhelming college choices and expectations. Her approach to this journey as a top-ranked player offers valuable insights amidst the chaos.

Taliyah Henderson posing in an ASU jersey.

Zac Gallen’s postseason homecoming spoiled as Phillies claim NLCS Game 1

PHOENIX – Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen grew up just 10 miles away from Citizens Bank Park, and took the mound against the Philadelphia Phillies. The postseason homecoming did not go to plan for Gallen, as Philadelphia racked up three HRs and took Game 1 of the NLCS, 5-3

Gallen walking off after the inning

Desert Vista’s ‘Point Goddess’ Ijiwoye headed to women’s hoops power Stanford

PHOENIX – Desert Vista senior Shay Ijiwoye has committed to Stanford after receiving over 45 offers from D1 schools. Her decision lends itself to the Cardinal basketball program, the prestigiousness of the school, the academics and being close to home.

The Ijiwoye family's unwavering support and Shay's determination drive her to excel in basketball as a recent Stanford signee. (Photo courtesy of Shay Ijiwoye)

Arizona Cardinals’ second-half woes extend skid to three straight in Los Angeles

TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals have consistently started fast this season but haven’t been able to translate that success to the final period. That continued Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, who scored 23 unanswered points to earn a convincing win at home.

The Arizona Cardinals face ongoing struggles as coach Jonathan Gannon discusses the team's inability to close out games. (Photo by Jordy Fee-Platt/Cronkite News)

World of hurt: Inside the cuts, bumps and bruises of mixed martial arts

PHOENIX – The world of MMA has a unique blend of passion and pain as fighters discuss the physical and emotional toll of injuries and the resilience that drives them in the unforgiving sport.

Cejudo hits a guy on the ground

Childhood friends Flaggs, Brennan take brotherly bond from ASU to GCU

PHOENIX – Duke Brennan and Malcolm Flaggs have been close since their days playing together in AAU basketball. They both started their college careers at Arizona State, and now hope to help take Grand Canyon’s basketball program to new heights.

Former ASU teammates reunited

Photo essay: ASU football in ‘Prime Time’ sets stage for fervent fans, celebrity sightings

TEMPE – ASU fought valiantly in a close affair but dropped to 1-5 on the season after Deion Sanders, Shedeur Sanders and Colorado came to Tempe. Take a look back at the action and atmosphere of the game.

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders looks at the scoreboard during a game against ASU at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Oct. 7, 2023. (Photo by Reece Andrews/Cronkite News)

Phoenix Rising forward Panayioti ‘Panos’ Armenakas seeks fresh start in Valley after frustrating years in Europe

PHOENIX – Panayioti ‘Panos’ Armenakas was recruited as a 7-year-old by some of the best soccer clubs in the world. After several up and down years in Europe, Armenakas joined Phoenix Rising, determined to get his career back on track.

From early stardom to a key member of the playoff-bound Phoenix Rising, Panayioti ‘Panos’ Armenakas maintains his competitive drive on and off the field. (Photo by Philippe Crochet/Photonews via Getty Images)

Lök Wur’s South Sudanese spirit, hoop dreams shine entering 2023-24 season at GCU

PHOENIX – Meet Lök Wur, the Grand Canyon University basketball standout who’s embracing the opportunity to represent both his homeland and GCU on the basketball court while aspiring to make an impact.

GCU Men's basketball in a team huddle.

Hold my ax: NAU women’s cross-country team gaining national recognition

FLAGSTAFF – The NAU men’s cross-country team has built a dynasty with six national titles in seven years. Now the women are starting to build something special themselves as they are currently ranked No. 2 in the nation.

NAU women's cross-country runners running.

As Diamondbacks make history, Pfaadt, Moreno reach culmination of remarkable journeys

PHOENIX – For the third time in franchise history, the Diamondbacks have earned a trip to the NLCS. In front of an electric crowd at Chase Field, Arizona swept the hated Dodgers, winning their fifth consecutive postseason game.

Arizona Diamondbacks celebrating on the mound.