ASU Powwow bridges generations amid threats of Indigenous cultural erasure
TEMPE – The Arizona State University Powwow offers a space for cultural connection and tradition among elders and students amid DEI policy challenges. Despite external pressures, the event strengthens community and empowers Native pride.
Corner kings: Arizona State’s secondary tighten bonds ahead of 2025
TEMPE – Arizona State returns four of five starters from last season’s secondary and bolstered the defensive backfield by adding a couple of experienced transfers. The newcomers join some incoming young players to give the Sun Devils what could be one of the country’s most formidable secondaries.
For family, for Guinea: Mamadi Diakite’s NBA dream grinds forward with Valley Suns
PHOENIX – Mamadi Diakite had a unique journey to the G League. From growing up in Africa and wanting to play soccer to making the switch to basketball at a later age, he has persevered through language barriers and unfamiliarity with the sport to reach new heights.
From Sunnyslope star to national champion: Phoenix native Todd Golden leads Florida Gators to title
PHOENIX – Florida basketball coach Todd Golden’s basketball journey started in Sunnyslope with a state championship in 2002. Now the Phoenix native has led the Gators to a college basketball national championship.
‘Recreate him in the aggregate’: ASU football’s backfield battle begins in post-Cam Skattebo era
TEMPE – Following the departure of star running back Cameron Skattebo, ASU football must replace over 2,000 yards of offensive production. The running back room is deep and talented.
Fire(fighting) and ice: ASU club hockey’s Carson Kuche turns life-changing moments into way of life
TEMPE – ASU hockey player Carson Kuche excels in high-pressure situations, whether on the ice during games or battling wildfires. His focus on leadership, love and resilience drives his success both on and off the ice.
Arizona bill aims to ban ultra-processed ingredients in public schools
PHOENIX – An Arizona bill aims to cut ultra-processed ingredients from foods in public schools, but some school officials say a lack of funding and other challenges may hinder schools from carrying out the bill’s mission.
Playoff Bound: Valley Suns clinch G League postseason berth in first season
TEMPE – While their NBA parent club is barely clinging to playoff hopes, the G League Valley Suns have clinched a postseason berth in their first season. The developmental team of the Phoenix Suns, which includes two-way players who have contributed to both teams, faces Golden State’s affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors, at Kaiser Permanente Arena to begin the G League’s Western Conference postseason gauntlet.
‘High tide raises all ships’: Competition sparks friendship, success in Milwaukee Brewers’ infield prospects
PHOENIX – Brewers’ infield prospects Vinny Capra, Oliver Dunn and Tyler Black all arrived at spring training fighting to earn a spot on the infield for Opening Day. The competition between the three has developed a friendship. Now, Capra and Dunn will be key parts of the Brewers’ Opening Day roster.
Arizona ranks 3rd for missing Indigenous people. New bill hopes to change that with emergency alert system
PHOENIX – Arizona legislators have proposed a new alert system for missing Indigenous and endangered non-Indigenous people, which aims to address the state's high rates of missing and murdered Indigenous persons. The bill has passed the House with unanimous support and awaits Senate approval.
Arizona native Josh Rojas looks to guide Chicago White Sox out of MLB’s basement as utility veteran
PHOENIX – A Litchfield Park native, Josh Rojas’ baseball career has taken him to new heights as he steps into the role of leader for a team coming off a historically rough season.
Two-time World Series champion Jorge Soler brings power, playoff pedigree to Los Angeles Angels lineup
TEMPE – Veteran outfielder Jorge Soler was traded to the Angels in the offseason – his sixth different ball club – and after a strong spring training, he’s expected to bat cleanup to help the organization end its playoff drought.
