Rudy Aguado
Rudy Aguado(he/him/his)
Sports Visual Journalist, Phoenix

Rudy Aguado expects to graduate in December 2022 with a master’s degree in sports journalism. Aguado is interning with the Arizona Interscholastic Association and has collaborated with AZPreps365.

Latest from Rudy Aguado

Home away from home: Phoenix Rising set for next move near Sky Harbor

PHOENIX – After the Phoenix City Council approved a new lease last Wednesday, the Rising will relocate for the third time since 2017 ahead of the 2023 USL regular season.

Phoenix Rising FC tends to draw a passionate fan base wherever it plays. The club is leaving its home at Wild Horse Pass for a new facility near Sky Harbor Airport. (Photo by Rudy Aguado/Cronkite News)

Play ball! A day in the life of the Arizona Fall League

MESA – While the Arizona Fall League takes place from October-November, it is considered baseball’s league of the offseason. From the communications department to the players, each person has different experiences.

Peoria Sports Complex, the spring training home of the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres, hosts more than 100 top prospects every year as one of the home fields of the Arizona Fall League. (Photo by Austin Ford/Cronkite News)

Two good! Joey Logano secures second NASCAR Cup Series title in Phoenix

AVONDALE – Joey Logano won the NASCAR Cup Series championship in dominant fashion Sunday at Phoenix Raceway, where he joined an elite group and took his son for victory doughnuts on the track.


Best of the best: Arizona Sports Hall of Fame inducts six Valley legends

PHOENIX – Several Valley legends were inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame Tuesday, with Larry Fitzgerald and the late Pedro Gomez highlighting the class.


Tucked in Tucson, the Roadrunners pave the way for hockey in a basketball town

TUCSON – Since arriving in 2016, the Tucson Roadrunners have built a strong culture in Tucson despite the city being primarily known for their basketball.

The Roadrunners will never compare to University of Arizona basketball's popularity in Tucson, but the organization engages the city's hockey community in its own unique way. (Photo by Rudy Aguado/Cronkite News)

ASU football captains: We’re ready for life without Herm Edwards

TEMPE – With Shaun Aguano at the helm for Arizona State, changes are already underway. Team captains say they are commitment to the interim coach as they enter a difficult stretch in the season.


‘A new chapter’: Arizona Coyotes excited for move to Mullett Arena

SCOTTSDALE – The Coyotes play 20 of 24 games on the road to start the season and share their excitement about the home opener at Mullett Arena on Oct. 28.


Arcadia coach Ray Brown teaches the game of life through football

SCOTTSDALE — Former NFL coach Ray Brown teaches his players at Arcadia high school about the importance of education and responsibility through football.

Arcadia coach Ray Brown looks to continue his undefeated season Friday against Camelback High School. (Rudy Aguado/Cronkite News)

All heart: Shae Veach’s miraculous journey from heart transplant patient to the gridiron

PHOENIX - Perry high school football player Shae Veach received a heart transplant two years ago. Now healthy, Veach is playing in his first football season at Perry and continues to defeat all odds.

Perry High School football player Shae Veach, who had a heart transplant two years ago, practices before Friday's first home game of the season. (Photo by Rudy Aguado/Cronkite News)

From Paddle People to a sea of orange, Emory Jones and ASU hope to block out rowdy Oklahoma State fans

TEMPE – Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma, is expected to be packed and loud when Arizona State takes on No. 11 Oklahoma State in a high-profile college football matchup.