Photo essay: Emiliano Grillo’s hole-in-one on 16th hole stuns 2025 WM Phoenix Open crowd

SCOTTSDALE — Emiliano Grillo dunked a hole-in-one in the second round of the 2025 WM Phoenix Open, sending the crowd into a celebration unlike any other.


Can Josh Naylor replicate Christian Walker’s power? Arizona Diamondbacks bet on it

SCOTTSDALE – Following the departure of fan-favorite Christian Walker, the Diamondbacks tap Josh Naylor from Cleveland as their new first baseman.

Josh Naylor wearing a black beanie and hoodie, smiling, while standing in front of a sports-themed backdrop with logos and text.

WM Phoenix Open Day 3: Thomas Detry eyes first PGA Tour victory

SCOTTSDALE – Thomas Detry has found success in golf but a PGA Tour victory has eluded him. That could change with the way he is playing in the WM Phoenix Open.


From qualifier to top 10: PGA Tour newcomer Will Chandler enjoying the ride at WM Phoenix Open

SCOTTSDALE – Will Chandler was one of three to clinch their spots for the WM Phoenix Open in the Monday qualifier. In his third PGA Tour event, Chandler made the cut and entered round three with a top-15 spot after his second round was delayed until Saturday.


All is forgiven: Despite 2024 woes, fans return for WM Phoenix Open

SCOTTSDALE – Many fans shrugged off last year’s woes and returned to the WM Phoenix Open in 2025. It’s hard to pass up the weather, crazy atmosphere and great golf, they say.


Puerto Rican fans cheer on Rafael Campos at WM Phoenix Open

SCOTTSDALE – Puerto Rican golfer Rafael Campos made his first WM Phoenix Open appearance and was cheered on by a small, but rowdy contingent of Puerto Rican fans.


Ace up his sleeve: A WM Phoenix Open full of surprises highlighted by Grillo’s hole-in-one on 16

SCOTTSDALE – Round two of the WM Phoenix Open was full of surprises, from Emiliano Grillo’s ace to Jordan Spieth’s late charge to Thomas Detry’s dominance.


As Phoenix Rising aims for 2025 rebound after tumultuous title defense, all eyes on fight between the pipes

TEMPE – Phoenix Rising is set for a new 2025 season with a new Manager in pa Modou-Kah and a brand new roster.


Even the melted ice has a role: When sustainability meets the WM Phoenix Open hole 16

SCOTTSDALE – The WM Phoenix Open is known for its infamous hole 16, “the loudest hole in golf.” But what goes on behind the scenes in order to sustain a clean and protected environment around the Open?


Eagles in … Phoenix? The 41-year-old deal that nearly rewrote NFL and Philadelphia history

PHOENIX – After a recent bid for a minority stake in the Philadelphia Eagles by Tempe-based tech company Amkor was approved by the NFL, local media members reflect on the forgotten NFL history of the Eagles nearly being sold and moving to Phoenix entirely.


‘This is really my dream’: Saguaro football state champion Kelee Ringo fulfills dream with Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 2025

NEW ORLEANS – Kelee Ringo won a state championship at Saguaro High School, a national championship at Georgia, and now has the chance to beat the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX with the Eagles. The cornerback is confident but grounded ahead of Sunday's big game.


McCarty Par-Tee: Scottsdale’s Matt McCarty makes WM Phoenix Open debut

SCOTTSDALE – With a large group of family and friends in tow, Scottsdale native Matt McCarty made his WM Phoenix Open debut Thursday.