‘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.
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.
While Arizona Diamondbacks look to take down familiar foe, previous postseason glory serves as inspiration for NLDS Game 3
PHOENIX – The Diamondbacks will play their first home playoff game in six years Wednesday, with a chance to create one of the best moments in franchise history by taking down a Dodgers squad that has dominated them for years.
How Suns plan to manage stars Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal under NBA’s new policy
PHOENIX – The NBA Board of Governors unanimously voted to approve the Player Participation Policy in an attempt to reduce load management. While some players like Devin Booker and Bradley Beal are supportive, others from past eras view rest as a disservice to the game.
8 days: How side-by-side hirings of Sanders, Dillingham helped inject life into Pac-12
TEMPE – Who knew that eight days in late 2022 would help inject life into a Pac-12 college football season that was supposed to be defined by the conference’s demise? Behind the hirings of Deion Sanders, Kenny Dillingham.
Tommy Lloyd, Arizona Wildcats set stage for electric 2023-24 season at Red-Blue Showcase
TUCSON – The annual Red-Blue Showcase offered the Tucson community a first chance to see the 2023-24 Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball team. Tommy Lloyd and Co. have a deep and talented squad looking to make a deep run come March.
‘We’ve got the best team in the league’: New-look Phoenix Suns enter 2023-24 season with big-time expectations
PHOENIX – Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker are the centerpiece of a Phoenix Suns team that underwent a dramatic overhaul in the offseason. Despite significant roster changes, the Suns are optimistic about their postseason chances.
Despite promise in second half, Arizona Cardinals grounded vs. San Francisco 49ers
TEMPE – The Cardinals had fast starts in their first three games, but fell behind big early to the 49ers and couldn’t overcome the deficit despite strong play from Josh Dobbs.
Youth golf charity First Tee-Phoenix celebrates 20 years of giving back
SCOTTSDALE – First Tee-Phoenix is an organization dedicated to educating and empowering the youth generation through the game of golf. The organization held a 20th anniversary dinner at Ocean 44 to raise funds, drawing celebrities and pro golfers to the red carpet.
Early growing pains: ASU football reflects on noticeable flaws during first two games
TEMPE – Two games into the 2023 season, Arizona State football has noticeable flaws at offensive line and questions at quarterback for Kenny Dillingham to address going forward.
Who let the dogs out? Arizona Cardinals defense shows promise
TEMPE – After a tough week one loss to the Washington Commanders, the Arizona Cardinals are looking to their tenacious and promising defense to keep them competitive among offensive struggles.
Baseball has huge on- and off-the-field impact in the Dominican Republic
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic - Dominicans make up 11% of Major League Baseball rosters, many a product of this baseball-mad country's youth system, where children as young as 7 train in hopes of one day playing in the U.S. and lifting themselves and their families out of poverty.
