Connor Moreno
Connor Moreno
Sports Digital Reporter, Phoenix

Connor Moreno expects to graduate in Fall 2024 with a master’s degree in sports journalism. Moreno received his bachelor’s degree in journalism and media studies at New Mexico State University, where he served as a sports reporter for The Round Up and Kokopelli.

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‘Let’s go for it’: Phoenix Suns seek greatness at all levels ahead of 2024-25 NBA season

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is determined to win a championship and set a precedent for a collective winning culture, as he expressed Monday at media day.


Phoenix Mercury stars Brittney Griner, Kahleah Copper speak out on WNBA’s handling of discrimination

PHOENIX – Mercury stars Brittney Griner and Kahleah Copper made their voices heard on the spark in racial and sexual discrimination in the WNBA following a threatening email sent to Connecticut Sun wing DiJonai Carrington.


Is this it? Diana Taurasi’s potential last Phoenix Mercury home game an emotional affair

PHOENIX – Diana Taurasi’s potential farewell game with the Phoenix Mercury turned into an emotional tribute, as fans and teammates honored her 20-year WNBA legacy.

Although it may have been Diana Taurasi’s final home game she was still in high spirits following the Mercury’s final regular season home game. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News)

Three contracts, one dream: Celeste Taylor takes peripatetic journey to Phoenix Mercury roster

PHOENIX — Twenty-one days doesn’t seem like a long time, but it was all the time Celeste Taylor needed for the Phoenix Mercury to take a chance on her. After signing for the rest of the season, Taylor’s goal is to continue making an everlasting impact.

Celeste Taylor shoots the ball, facing an opponent in red uniform during a game, with spectators in the background.

Valley Suns hold first tryouts, marking new horizon for Phoenix basketball

TEMPE – A new chapter of Phoenix Suns basketball began Saturday with the G League’s Valley Suns holding open tryouts in Tempe. Coach John Little and general manager Brendan Sabean will prioritize development and teaching a brand of basketball modeled after the parent Phoenix Suns.