Dylan Slager
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Sports Digital Reporter, Phoenix

Dylan Slager expects to graduate in December 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in sports journalism. He is seeking his first internship in the fall.

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Double duty: Kevin Guy, Jeff Jarnigan manage coaching and front office duties while leading Arizona Rattlers into another postseason

GLENDALE – When the Arizona Rattlers begin the Indoor Football League playoffs Saturday, they’ll be led by men wearing many hats: Kevin Guy, head coach and president of business operations; and Jeff Jarnigan, defensive line and special teams coordinator who is also the general manager.

Kevin Guy, head coach and president of business operations for the Arizona Rattlers, leads the team into their 27th indoor football playoff appearance. (File photo by Cuyler Meade/Cronkite News)

Saguaro High phenom Cam Caminiti joins Atlanta Braves as 24th pick in 2024 MLB Draft

SCOTTSDALE – Saguaro High School's Cam Caminiti, a versatile 17-year-old pitching phenom and cousin of former MLB star Ken Caminiti, was selected 24th overall by the Atlanta Braves in the 2024 MLB draft.

Former Saguaro High School phenom Cam Caminiti sports his new Atlanta Braves threads after being selected with the 24th pick in Sunday's MLB Draft. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

‘Something to prove’: ASU men’s basketball rebuilds for Big 12 transition with high-profile recruits, transfers

TEMPE – After a disappointing season, ASU men’s basketball revitalizes its roster with top-tier recruits and transfers, aiming for a successful debut in the Big 12 Conference under Coach Hurley’s leadership.

Head coach Bobby Hurley expresses optimism about the future as ASU men's basketball transitions to the Big 12 Conference. (Photo by Dylan Slager/Cronkite News)

Arizona Rattlers aim for IFL postseason push with win-first mentality

GLENDALE – The Arizona Rattlers, under the leadership of coach Kevin Guy, are making a late-season push for the Indoor Football League playoffs with a 9-5 record and two crucial games remaining in their regular season.

The Arizona Rattlers warm up before a game against the Northern Arizona Wranglers on June 15, embodying their win-first mentality as they aim for the playoffs. (Photo by Dylan Slager/Cronkite News)

From backyard batting cages to college champions, Queen Creek’s Berry siblings carry legacy of sports excellence

PHOENIX – The Berry family has demonstrated exceptional athletic talent across multiple sports and generations, continuing a legacy of athletic excellence that began with their parents, Perry and Lana.

Stanford’s Jade Berry runs toward home after hitting a home run against LSU during the NCAA super regionals. Berry fine-tuned her skills at Queen Creek High School. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Report: Alex Meruelo is stepping away from Arizona Coyotes’ ownership

PHOENIX – Alex Meruelo and the Coyotes were set to bid on and secure a 110-acre plot of land to build an arena and an entertainment district in north Phoenix. However, the auction was canceled and now Meruelo has told Coyotes staff he is walking away from ownership, according to a report.

The Arizona Coyotes had an arena and entertainment district planned in north Phoenix before an auction was canceled by the Arizona State Land Department. (Rendering courtesy of Arizona Coyotes)

Dynamic duo: Twin sons of NBA veteran Matt Barnes impress as Section 7 standouts with teamwork, talent

GLENDALE – Carter and Isaiah Barnes, leveraging lessons from their NBA father, excelled at the Section 7 Basketball Tournament for Crespi High School.

Isaiah Barnes takes pride in his father's mentorship, rooted in 14 years of NBA playing experience. (Photo by Shirell Washington/Cronkite News)

Wrestling with fate: How two visionaries elevated professional wrestling in the Valley

PHOENIX – Dom Vitalli and Jon Wolfgang helped transform Arizona’s wrestling landscape by establishing TrainInAZ and Phoenix Championship Wrestling.

Kevin Koa, a pro wrestler based in Mesa, provides entertainment for the growing wrestling fan base in Arizona at a Phoenix Championship Wrestling event. 4(Photo courtesy of Phoenix Championship Wrestling)