MMA with a twist of cannabis: Combat sport meets marijuana at RUF, Puff & Rumble event
PHOENIX – Promoter RUF Nation hosted a unique event Saturday, and it marked the first time an MMA organization held a cannabis expo alongside a fight card in the Valley.
Serving some discipline: Ironwood’s guide to building elite badminton program
PEORIA – When given the task of building the girls badminton program, Ironwood High School coach Brett Stafford had to do so from the ground up. His commitment to his program has shown through in its success and growth over the past decade.
ASU triathlon team’s first recruit from Mexico ready to pave way for future Latin Americans
TEMPE - MJ Lopez Aguirre heads into Arizona State triathlon’s 2021-22 season with loads of international experience. As the first Sun Devil triathlete to be recruited from Mexico, she hopes to be a good representation for future Latin American members.
What’s in a name? Plenty for people honored in Hispanic Heritage Month
WASHINGTON - As Hispanic numbers and clout continue to grow in the U.S. and the state, so have the terms to describe people with roots in Latin countries, with Latino, Hispanic and more becoming more controversial.
Latino cartoonist’s ‘TOONDEMIC’ fights COVID misinformation
TEMPE – Political cartoonist Lalo Alcaraz is the latest contributor to the COVID Latino project, which aims to disseminate information – and counter COVID-19 misinformation – through art.
The White stuff: He can run, he can catch and he’s key to ASU’s game against UCLA
TEMPE - Arizona State running back Rachaad White’s journey wasn’t an easy one. Now, he’s one of the most electric players on the field.
ASU-Colorado sidelines will tell important story about Pac-12 leadership role in diversity hiring
TEMPE – The Pac-12 is the only conference in the Power Five with more than 10 Black head coaching hires. Just over half of Power Five programs have never hired a Black head coach. The Arizona State-Colorado game is a symbol of the Pac-12's commitment.
Ahwatukee brothers hope to rise in MMA ranks with unorthodox training, uniques personas
SCOTTSDALE - Two former Desert Vista wrestlers are looking to rise in the MMA ranks by being true to their beliefs and their unorthodox methods of training and dieting.
First LGBTQ+ mariachi group is paving the way for the next generation
LOS ANGELES – The first all LGBTQ+ mariachi group sparks conversation around intersectionality and traditional machismo.
Did you see that?? Hamilton football prompts national buzz after historic upset
Hamilton High School’s dramatic comeback on national TV has prompted widespread buzz after scoring 18 points in 70 seconds.
Rest their Case? No chance, say Sun Devils, who are thrilled with fullback’s efforts
TEMPE – Case Hatch is making the fullback position interesting again and he’s making a big impact on the Arizona State football team.
From Lil Wayne to Lauryn Hill, playlist helps Mercury find their vibe
PHOENIX - Music is the driving force behind Mercury's motivation. A peek behind the scenes shows how music has helped shape the identity of the WNBA team.
