Samuel Nute expects to graduate in Spring 2025 with a master’s degree in journalism and mass communication. Nute has interned in multiple roles including writing, video production and marketing, and he is coming off an internship in Berlin.
MESA – After an injury halted a torrid start to his professional career, the Athletics’ No. 2 prospect and fourth overall pick of the 2024 MLB Draft returned to the diamond in the Arizona Fall League and continued to dominate in the batter’s box.
SCOTTSDALE – The Arizona Fall League came to a close Saturday as the Salt River Rafters defeated Surprise to win the championship. Before the game, multiple players reflected on their experiences both on and off the field.
WASHINGTON – Big money poured into Arizona’s elections, and the U.S. Senate race between Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake was among the costliest in the country. But the final tallies show that a fundraising edge doesn’t always equate to victory.
PHOENIX – Jac Caglianone, the Royals’ 2024 first-round pick, has had a long year of playing baseball. From competing in fall baseball to the University of Florida’s regular season to 29 games in High Single-A, his 2024 baseball journey ends in the Valley.
WASHINGTON – With Donald Trump triumphant over Kamala Harris, another four years will pass with a male occupant of the Oval Office. Other countries around the world have elected female national leaders. Why is the US so late to break the glass ceiling?
PHOENIX – Arizona voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots for the presidential election, a U.S. Senate race, nine U.S. House races, 13 state ballot measures and many more state and local races.
PHOENIX – In the Arizona Fall League, the MLB prospects aim to show their growth in hopes of moving to the major league. However, their growth is just one aspect of the season, as they get unique opportunities to relive or even experience the college atmosphere.
TEMPE – Arizona State’s women’s volleyball team is off to a torrid start, and one of the reasons is libero Mary Shroll’s defense. She leads the 11-1 Sun Devils in digs and takes pride in being a vocal floor leader.
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks are the top Wild Card team, with a few weeks left in the regular season. As key series loom, the Diamondbacks hope important bats can return to the lineup for the postseason push.
PHOENIX – Against the backdrop of Arizona's spring training season, there's a thriving sports card market as collectors converge at shows and vendors capitalize on the enthusiasm of baseball fans.
PHOENIX – With its massive on-campus esports lounge and early commitment to gaming, Grand Canyon University has cultivated a thriving 2,000-member esports community that is driving the rise of collegiate esports in Arizona.
TEMPE – Despite lacking funds and support, ASU's Overwatch esports team defied expectations, climbing into the top 10 national rankings and stunning the collegiate scene.
PEORIA – In its second full spring training year post-pandemic and league lockout, Arizona’s Cactus League announced an attendance of 1,630,436, its highest since 2019.
PHOENIX – After the Final Four concluded Monday, the Phoenix planning committee handed the keys to hosting the Final Four to San Antonio, which will host the event in 2025.
GILBERT – Pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport, and Gilbert Regional Park is playing host to one of Arizona’s most thriving pickleball communities.
TEMPE – After sustaining a hamate bone injury to begin last season, Nick McLain suffered the identical injury to his other hand to begin 2024. ASU baseball is expected to be without the slugger until Pac-12 play.
SCOTTSDALE – After a weather delay cut short an excellent start, Nick Taylor finished off his first round by shooting an 11-under bogey-free 60 for a five-shot lead, a PGA Tour record. The effort pleased the many Canadians that were in attendance to see it.
