Arizona Cardinals cut veteran quarterback Colt McCoy less than two weeks before kickoff
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals have released veteran quarterback Colt McCoy after two seasons with the team, setting the stage for Joshua Dobbs.
ASU boosters, team react to news, timing of self-imposed bowl ban
TEMPE – Amid a backlash from fans and boosters over an 11th-hour self-imposed bowl ban, Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham wants his team to put the issue in the past and focus on the upcoming season.
Cactus League rebounds without shutdowns from COVID-19, labor disputes, economic study shows
TEMPE – Cactus League play in 2023 contributed $418 million to Arizona’s economy, an Arizona State study shows, and benefited from no COVID-19 restrictions and no labor stoppage.
‘It kind of gave me chills’: Diamondbacks find perspective at elementary school during team’s hot streak
PHOENIX – The Diamondbacks, who have won 10 of their last 12, found perspective off the field. They hosted their Delivering Dreams Bus event at William T. Machan Elementary Thursday, with pitchers Zac Gallen and Scott McGough making appearances along with the team mascot.
Bold moves: Cardinals add quarterback Josh Dobbs, trade former top pick Isaiah Simmons
PHOENIX – The Arizona Cardinals made surprising preseason moves Thursday, trading former first-round pick Isaiah Simmons to the New York Giants and acquiring veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs. These unexpected decisions signal the team's determination to reshape its roster under new leadership.
Evolution in motion: Fiesta Bowl launches youth initiative, embraces change in college football landscape
PHOENIX – The new “Fiesta Bowl Friday Night Showdown” initiative will start Friday in an effort to ignite excitement for Arizona high school football, mirroring the change and innovation happening at the next level.
It’s official: ASU will open season with freshman quarterback Rashada
TEMPE – With the start of the Arizona State football season just eight days away, coach Kenny Dillingham confirmed Wednesday that freshman Jaden Rashada would take over as the starting quarterback to open the season.
Healing from within: Athletes face mental health struggles during injury
PHOENIX – Leslie Hernandez, a 25-year-old fighter pursuing a UFC contract, suffered a torn labrum, causing anxiety and depression. Amid her recovery, she found solace in watching others train, reigniting her passion for the sport, and is now eager to return to combat with a fresh perspective. Still, she learned injuries can have a profound impact on an athlete's mental health.
Ambitious Swiss sensation Chelsea Fontenel balances tennis stardom, rising music career at ASU
PHOENIX – Chelsea Fontenel, raised in Switzerland, discovered her love for singing and playing tennis during her early years. Currently a rising sophomore, she skillfully manages her pursuits in both music and tennis at ASU.
Remembering the Ooh Ahh Man, the Wildcats’ legendary sports fan
PHOENIX - Joe Cavaleri, a beloved Arizona sports superfan affectionately known as the "Ooh Aah Man," passed away at 71. He leaves behind an unforgettable legacy, having earned widespread recognition for his spirited mid-game antics that ignited crowd cheers and added joy to sporting events.
Baseball academy helps young Dominicans chase big dreams
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic – Pimental academy is a baseball boarding school for young Dominican boys who dream of playing in the major leagues.
Cricket’s renaissance in United States, fueled by South Asian enthusiasm and infrastructure boom, extends to Arizona
PHOENIX – Cricket's history in the United States has experienced ups and downs, but it's currently going through a renaissance, aided by an influx of South Asians. With the rise of Major and Minor League Cricket and the construction of new stadiums, the sport's popularity is surging, particularly in Arizona.
