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Adam Green
‘Territorial’ adds new perspective to heated rivalry
Shane Dale’s reason for writing a book is about as good as anyone else’s. “People kept telling me, ‘Shane, you need to write a book,’ and I’d ask them ‘what about,’ and they’d say, ‘I don’t know, just write a book.'” So, the freelance writer, who graduated from the University of Arizona with a journalism […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona’s Ka’Deem Carey continues to be recognized
University of Arizona running back Ka’Deem Carey led the nation in rushing with 1,929 yards and 23 touchdowns last season, and was a consensus All-American in 2012. So, it stands to reason he’d enter 2013 with high expectations, which can be seen in the various “watch lists” he’s a part of. Earlier in the offseason, […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
UA’s incoming freshman Aaron Gordon wins MVP at FIBA U-19 Championships
If the FIBA Under-19 World Championships in Prague are any indication of what is to come, Arizona basketball has plenty to look forward to in 2013-14. That’s because incoming freshman and prized recruit Aaron Gordon took the international tournament by storm, averaging 12.6 points and 6.2 rebounds in nine games en route to winning MVP […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
ESPN: Wildcats have plenty of NBA talent
Solomon Hill and Grant Jerrett became the 25th and 36th University of Arizona basketball players to be drafted into the NBA since 1988. If ESPN’s Jeff Goodman is right, the Wildcats are about to produce some more NBA players. In an ESPN Insider piece, Goodman ranks Arizona fourth in schools with the most NBA prospects, […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Wildcats promote assistant Pasternack to associate head coach
The Arizona Wildcats announced assistant coach Joe Pasternack has been elevated to the role of associate head coach for the basketball program. Pasternack, who joined the program in May 2011, has helped guide teams to nine NCAA Tournament appearances in 14 years as a coach and administrator. “Joe has done an outstanding job in his […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Former UA forward Grant Jerrett heading to Oklahoma City Thunder
Grant Jerrett’s decision to leave Arizona after just one season was met with some skepticism back in April, but the 19-year-old received some sense of vindication at Thursday night’s NBA Draft. Jerrett, who averaged 5.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game during his freshman campaign in Tucson, was selected with the No. 40 overall pick […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Former UA forward Solomon Hill selected with No. 23 overall pick
Arizona forward Solomon Hill was the first local product to hear his name called in Thursday night’s NBA Draft. The Indiana Pacers selected the 6-foot-7 senior with the No. 23 overall pick. “It feels great to be a first-round draft pick, and it’s very humbling,” Hill said. “I’ve learned that you have to focus on […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Report: Houston transfer Joseph Young to visit Arizona Wildcats
The Arizona Wildcats lost a lot of scoring with the graduations of Solomon Hill, Mark Lyons and Kevin Parrom as well as the early defection to the NBA by Grant Jerrett. And even though head coach Sean Miller will be welcoming one of the best recruiting classes in the nation, there’s no telling how his […]11 years ago
Craig Grialou
Ex-Wildcat Solomon Hill works out for Suns
Four years earlier, Solomon Hill was a sought-after high school recruit with options for where to continue his playing career. Now, he’s on the other side, trying to recruit teams and prove to them he’s an option for them to call his name on draft night. His tour through NBA cities landed the former UA […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona Wildcats Pac-12 hoops schedule released
The Arizona Wildcats will play five of their first seven Pac-12 hoops games in the friendly confines of the McKale Center in Tucson. The team’s schedule was released Friday, and it is as follows: January 2, vs. Washington January 4, vs. Washington State January 9, at UCLA January 11, at USC January 18, vs. Arizona […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Running back Carey ranked as top-25 player in college football
Last season, Arizona running back Ka’Deem Carey rushed for a nation-best and school record 1,929 yards to go along with 23 touchdowns. He also caught 36 passes for 303 yards and a score. He was a consensus first-team All-American and and a Heisman Trophy candidate. So, it’s not surprising that Matt Hayes of Sporting News […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Wildcats boast easiest non-conference football schedule
If the Arizona Wildcats struggle to win games in 2013, it probably won’t be due to their out of conference slate. According to CBS Sports’ Bruce Feldman, Rich Rodriguez’s team has the softest non-conference schedule in the land. Year Two of the Rich Rod Era sees the Wildcats face two of their three non-conference opponents […]11 years ago
Adam Green
ESPN’s Ford: Grant Jerrett a bubble first-round pick
Grant Jerrett’s decision to leave the University of Arizona for the NBA Draft after just one season in Tucson was met with much skepticism. After all, the 6-foot-10, 235-pound forward averaged just 5.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game. He played roughly 18 minutes per night, and while he showed great potential, he was not […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona coach Sean Miller’s contract extended
University of Arizona men’s basketball coach Sean Miller’s contract has been extended by one year, as it now goes up to the 2017-18 season. According to AZStarnet.com, the Arizona Board of Regents approved the move Thursday, with chair Rick Myers saying, “We want him to stay at the University of Arizona.” The move effectively gives […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona coach Rich Rodriguez pays visit to Arizona Cardinals practice
Bruce Arians was not the only head coach at Arizona Cardinals football practice Wednesday. Rich Rodriguez, who is in his second year as the head coach at the University of Arizona, made the roughly 103-mile trek to pay a visit to the pro team from up north. “Got a chance to watch a little bit […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Report: Grant Jerrett ‘impressing’ during NBA workouts
When Grant Jerrett elected to declare for the NBA Draft following a fairly nondescript freshman season at the University of Arizona, most people thought he was making a mistake. Though talented, the 6-foot-10 forward with good range was very raw as a prospect, and he averaged just 5.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game in […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona Wildcats collect multiple preseason awards
The Arizona Wildcats collected some awards on Monday afternoon when the Phil Steele Preseason All-Pac-12 Teams were announced. Five Wildcats were named on the list, headlined by junior running back Ka’Deem Carey who made the first team on offense. Junior offensive lineman Mickey Baucus (fourth team) also represented the offensive side of the ball. The […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona’s T.J. McConnell ranked as country’s ninth-best point guard
T.J. McConnell has yet to put on an Arizona uniform in a game that counts, but his impact on the program is already being felt. A transfer from Duquesne, McConnell sat out last season but is set to take over at point guard for the Wildcats, and folks in the Old Pueblo are pretty excited. […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona logo on facemasks? Not yet, anyway
Logos on football helmets are no big deal. In fact, most teams have at least one graphic on their helmet, with most having something on both sides. And, in case a school decides that’s not enough, it appears there is another part of the helmet that could feature a logo: the facemask. Threw some color […]11 years ago
Paul Calvisi
If only Phoenix Suns had what UA has
What if we said that UA has signed a better player than the Suns will draft? No joke. And that’s no slam on the Suns. Instead, it illustrates that there’s no slam dunk in this year’s NBA Draft. To be kind, the upcoming draft class is underwhelming. In fact, I asked new Suns GM Ryan […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona to play home-and-home series with University of Houston
The Arizona Wildcats announced Tuesday they have agreed to play a home-and-home football series with the University of Houston, beginning in the 2017 season. As per the announcement, the teams will meet in the season’s second week each year, with the first game being played in Tucson. That game will be the first time the […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Findings from independent review on Pac-12 Tournament officiating released
On Sunday, the Pac-12 CEO Group released its official findings from the independent review conducted regarding the controversial dispute between former Director of Officiating Ed Rush and UA basketball head coach Sean Miller stemming from the 2013 Pac-12 Tournament. The review, which was conducted by the law firm of Ice Miller, LLP, focused on the […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona hoops fans ranked second in the country
Fan support is never really an issue for the University of Arizona basketball team. One of the top programs in the country, Wildcat faithful flock to the McKale Center to see their team take on all comers, as sellouts are the norm. Now their support has been quantified. According to a study by Emory Sports […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Part of Arizona Wildcats’ TV schedule released
Rich Rodriguez’s second season as the head coach of the Arizona Wildcats will kickoff against Northern Arizona University on the Pac-12 Network. The game is scheduled for August 30 at 7:00 p.m. Also on the Pac-12 Network will be UA’s home contest against UTSA, which will be on September 14. In between those two games […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Arizona will not play UNLV in Glendale this season
The Arizona Wildcats will take on the BYU Cougars at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale in 2016. However, it was possible they would make a visit to the stadium in 2013. Reports circulated that the team’s road date with UNLV, which is scheduled for September 7, would be moved from Vegas to Glendale. According […]11 years ago
Arizona Sports
Wildcats’ non-conference schedule includes Michigan, NIT Season Tip-Off
Back in the day, the Arizona Wildcats would make a habit out of playing a tough non-conference schedule. Though they had seemingly taken a break of late, it appears they’re back to that way of life. The school has announced who its first 13 opponents will be — or, at least, where the games will […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona coach Miller breaks down busy offseason
It’s been a, well, hectic offseason for Arizona since its season ended in March, which was also the last time head coach Sean Miller spoke to the media. “Spring used to be a quiet time for college basketball,” Miller said at a press conference Friday. Not anymore. At least, not in Tucson. From the conclusion […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Kiper: Ka’Deem Carey third-best RB prospect for 2014 draft
Arizona running back Ka’Deem Carey is entering his junior season, and while he’ll still have one year of eligibility remaining upon its conclusion, this one may be his last in the Old Pueblo. A consensus All-American after leading the country with 1,929 rushing yards to go along with 23 touchdowns, Carey is now on the […]11 years ago
Adam Green
Arizona Wildcats land Kansas transfer Zach Peters
Former Kansas basketball player Zach Peters is transferring to Arizona. According to the Kansas City Star, Peters chose Arizona over Texas and Oklahoma. Peters will arrive in Arizona with a history of concussions, which cost him the majority of his freshman season at Kansas. He appeared in exhibition games for the Jayhawks during their European […]11 years ago
