Joshua Heron expects to graduate in August 2024 with a master’s degree in sports journalism. Heron served as a sports reporter for The Hilltop, Howard University News Service, and social-impact brand FISLL as an undergrad at Howard University. He also worked as a freelance reporter for Capital News. His interview series, “Wagwan In Life,” hosts people across multiple professions. Heron produced “Championship Culture,” a documentary highlighting the Howard women’s basketball team. He was a 2023 National Geographic HBCU Media Scholar and former My Brother’s Keeper Fellow.
PHOENIX – Phoenix Mercury teammates Kahleah Copper and Diana Taurasi emphasize the importance of building team chemistry as they prepare with Team USA for the upcoming Olympics, following lessons learned from Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game.
PHOENIX – WNBA stars A'ja Wilson and Sabrina Ionescu lead mentorship initiatives during a record-breaking All-Star weekend, highlighting the league's explosive growth and commitment to inspiring the next generation of players and fans.
PHOENIX – Brittney Griner and Jonquel Jones headlined the skills challenge and 3-point competition for WNBA All-Star weekend Friday night. The two discussed what it means to participate in the competition as bigs and hope the moment serves a purpose bigger than themselves.
PHOENIX – Former NBA star Allan Houston's social impact brand partners with the WNBA to promote values of faith, integrity, sacrifice, leadership and legacy through fashion and storytelling.
LAS VEGAS – The Phoenix Suns are lacking one true position headed into the season: point guard. The Suns’ Summer League team has a variety of guards on the roster who could potentially fill that role.
PHOENIX – Cody Williams reflects on his journey from Perry High School to being selected 10th overall by the Utah Jazz in the NBA Draft, highlighting his faith and family support.
LAS VEGAS – ASU, the University of Arizona and other schools joining the Big 12 Conference are preparing for increased travel that may impact athletes' academic performance, with officials emphasizing the importance of academic support.
LAS VEGAS – Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham attended his first Big 12 Football Media Day. Picked to finish last in the conference, the Sun Devils and Dillingham say they have improved in the offseason and hope to prove critics wrong.
PHOENIX – Philadelphia natives Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper are transforming the Phoenix Mercury with their resilient play and shared hometown bond.
PHOENIX – Nate Tibbetts and his players discuss the mental toll that playing on a compressed schedule presents. The team stresses unity to persevere through the demanding juncture in the season.
PHOENIX – Oso Ighodaro is a 6-foot-10 center who recognizes life is bigger than himself. The newest Suns member recalled moments and people that influenced him to dedicate his life to others through selfless leadership and service. He hopes to bring the same attitude to the Suns.
PHOENIX – Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark is handling the intense media attention and scrutiny of her WNBA debut season with composure, balancing her professional responsibilities with a team-first focus.
PHOENIX – The Suns addressed their defensive weaknesses by selecting Ryan Dunn with the 28th pick in the 2024 draft. While Dunn's offensive skills are still developing, his defensive upside is already notable.
PHOENIX – Many criticized the Phoenix Mercury for hiring Nate Tibbetts, who had no prior experience coaching in the WNBA. However, the South Dakota native is building a “family atmosphere” thanks to inspiration from his family, coaches and players.
PHOENIX – For the first time, Diana Taurasi is opening up about her battle with moderate-to-severe eczema. The Mercury guard discusses moments of vulnerability, treatments and partnering with a pharmaceutical company to raise awareness about the condition.
PHOENIX – Mercury guard Kahleah Copper was selected to the Olympic roster for the first time. The trials she endured leading up to receiving the call makes her appreciate this achievement much more.
PHOENIX — At a Moms Demand Action event in honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, the Mercury's Natasha Cloud and members of her team heard emotional stories from gun violence survivors, reinforcing their commitment to advocating for gun reform.
PHOENIX — The American Basketball Association's innovative spirit and emphasis on player individuality laid the foundation for the bold and expressive fashion culture seen in the NBA today.
PHOENIX – Natasha Cloud was born in Philadelphia and spent her entire WNBA career with the Washington Mystics. Now, one of the league's best passers has found a home on the West Coast. But accepting that she’d be leaving D.C. wasn’t easy.
PHOENIX – To honor the 60-year anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech at Arizona State, the school held its first “Building History: Continuing the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr” event. Keynote speaker Magic Johnson shared how King’s legacy has impacted his generosity.
PHOENIX – Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi discusses growing up in a Latina household, how that shaped her loyalty to Phoenix and how the Valley’s strong Hispanic population has led to her long list of successes.
PHOENIX – With the launch of the "Unrivaled" league on the horizon, Mercury players like Morgan Bertsch and Sug Sutton see a chance to stay stateside, build careers and shape the future of women's basketball.
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury suffered their first home loss of the season to the Dallas Wings, but they move forward expectantly and encouraged entering their first extended road trip of the season.
GILBERT – Arizona’s inaugural HBCU football camp featured 35 high school athletes from the 2025 class, with scouts present from Howard University, Lincoln University, North Carolina A&T, Alabama A&M, and Morgan State University.
