Joey Serrano
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Sports Reporter, Phoenix

Joey Serrano expects to graduate in August 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in sports journalism. Serrano has interned at East Village Times.

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A Dreamer’s dream: DACA status almost tripped NAU runner’s Olympic hopes

PHOENIX – Luis Grijalva, a Northern Arizona University track and field athlete and DACA recipient from Guatemala, has spent several weeks petitioning the United States government to allow him on a plane to Tokyo to compete in the Olympics. Grijalva finally learned the good news Monday.


Now what? Uncertainty of Paul, others leave big questions about Suns’ future

PHOENIX - Questions remain about what the Phoenix Suns will look like next season. Odds released for next season suggest a lack of confidence.


As Suns’ Deandre Ayton thrives in postseason, Bahamian community celebrates

Back in the Bahamas, the community is celebrating the success of Suns big man Deandre Ayton


As Chris Paul chases title, question lingers: Will he play for Suns next season?

Chris Paul joined elite company in Michael Jordan after his finals debut. But will he still be playing for the Suns next season?


From tragedy to triumph: Suns’ Chris Paul, Monty Williams share deep bond

PHOENIX – Chris Paul and Monty Williams have been through a lot together. They reunited in Phoenix, where the Suns will play Game 1 of the NBA Finals.


‘They can judge me’: Paul George pushes aside criticism, hopes to force Game 7

PHOENIX - Paul George has been the subject of criticism for his postseason struggles but a strong outing against the Suns has changed the perception.


D-I-S-R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Widespread appreciation grows for Devin Booker after regular season indifference

PHOENIX - Phoenix Suns fans long lamented Devin Booker was the most disrespected player in the NBA. His performance in the playoffs has raised his national profile, leading to widespread Booker appreciation


Waiting to exhale: Chris Paul news has Suns fans in frenzy about ‘cursed’ franchise

Phoenix Suns fans believe their franchise is one of the unluckiest in the world. The Chris Paul news has them in a frenzy.


Celebrity fans, high ticket prices, national attention: Yup, the Phoenix Suns have arrived

From high-profile fans to high-priced tickets, the Phoenix Suns are enjoying the fruits of playing under a national spotlight.


‘Locked in’: Postseason highlights growth of Suns’ Deandre Ayton

After skeptics questioned the abilities of No. 1 draft pick Deandre Ayton, the Suns big man is coming up big in postseason.


What’s a stinger? Chris Paul’s injury not uncommon but recovery tough to predict

The excitement surrounding the Suns who are finally back in playoffs is at stake as Chris Paul is battling a shoulder injury that is limiting his play and availability that the Suns so desperately need.


‘This is a Suns town’: As team embarks on Game 2, it remains atop Phoenix sports hierarchy

The excitement surrounding the Phoenix Suns, who are back in the playoffs after a 10-season drought, confirms that they remain atop the Phoenix sports hierarchy.