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What a Guy: Former ASU lineman gifts Mother’s Day bouquets at hospital 

Former ASU defensive lineman and current Patriot Lawrence Guy provided a thoughtful gesture while his family was welcoming its fourth child.
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Tyler Drake

Got it from his mama: Cardinals OL Paris Johnson’s charitable work a family affair

Paris Johnson's passion to give back is a credit to his mother, Monica Daniels, who has continued to push him and lead by example.
11 months ago
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Suns’ Cam Payne named finalist for NBA’s Community Assist Award

Suns guard Cam Payne is one of 10 finalists for the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award, which recognizes a player's efforts off the court.
11 months ago
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Kyler Murray donates to aid victims in Texas mall shooting

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has donated to help the victims of a mall shooting in his hometown of Allen, Texas.
11 months ago
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Diamondbacks, Avnet surprise 14 STEM students with $250K in scholarships

The D-backs and Avnet surprised 14 students pursuing STEM careers with a total of $250,000 in college scholarships prior to first pitch at Chase Field on Friday night.
11 months ago
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ASU’s James Harden meets superfan affected in MSU shooting

Harden leaned in toward John Hao, a paralyzed MSU shooting survivor who developed a bond with the 76ers star, and gave his friend a hug.
11 months ago
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Brittney Griner partners with campaign to help detained American hostages abroad

Brittney Griner's return to the basketball spotlight also included a commitment to help others sharing her experience from the past year.
11 months ago
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Suns, Ish Wainright send message of support to child going through chemo

Phoenix Suns wing Ish Wainright recorded a video for a young fan who started his second round of chemotherapy at Phoenix Children's.
11 months ago
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Thunder honor Monty Williams’ late wife with open seat vs. Suns

The Thunder honored Monty Williams' late wife by leaving her normal seat open that she would sit in while Williams was with OKC.
1 year ago
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Suns owner Mat Ishbia, fan team up to give away suite tickets

New Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia is finding a new ways to ingratiate himself with the community by teaming up with one fan, Andrew Leezus.
1 year ago
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Michael Rubin helps Devin Booker surprise card-collecting superfan

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin called Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker to surprise a superfan at a card shop. And Booker picked up.
1 year ago
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Phoenix Suns Charities awards $275,000 in grants to 19 Valley nonprofits

Phoenix Suns Charities recently awarded $275,000 in grants to 19 Arizona nonprofits as part of its latest funding cycle during the 2022-23 NBA season.
1 year ago
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Notre Dame’s Andrew Roe named Arizona Sports and Parker & Sons Character Counts winner

Notre Dame's Andrew Roe was diagnosed with a form of juvenile arthritis just two years ago and has turned the obstacle into something more.
1 year ago
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Suns fan gifts tickets, surprise to boy struggling with bullying

An outspoken Phoenix Suns fan provided tickets to a young boy who had dealt with bullying at school and his mother.
1 year ago
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Tyler Drake

Kelvin Beachum’s charitable reach goes far beyond a national scope

Arizona Cardinals free agent OL Kelvin Beachum isn't limiting his charitable reach to just the United States.
1 year ago
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Former Sun Devil James Harden supports fan affected in MSU shooting

Former Sun Devil and current 76ers guard James Harden stepped up big time to support a fan that was affected by the Michigan State shooting.
1 year ago
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Kurt Warner raises $750,000 for his Treasure House Phoenix foundation

Cardinals legend Kurt Warner hosted a star-studded Super Bowl pre-party for his foundation Treasure House Phoenix, raising $750,000.
1 year ago
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Suns’ Bismack Biyombo, Ish Wainright visit kids at Valley hospital

On Monday, Suns' Ish Wainright and center Bismack Biyombo took time out of their regular-season schedule to visit kids at a local hospital.
1 year ago
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Cardinals TE Zach Ertz surprises teenage Eagles fan with Super Bowl tickets

Arizona Cardinals tight end and former Eagle Zach Ertz gifted a fan two tickets to Super Bowl LVII in Glendale.
1 year ago
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Suns’ Devin Booker, 2K Foundations renovate west Phoenix court

Devin Booker still can't get back on the court for the Phoenix Suns quite yet but he was still able to create a big moment on another court.
1 year ago
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Jake Anderson

Suns’ Cam Payne receives NBA Cares Community Assist Award for December

The league announced on Thursday that Phoenix Suns point guard Cam Payne won the NBA Cares Community Assist Award for the month of December.
1 year ago
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Coyotes hosting Skatin’ for Leighton at Sun Devil Stadium on Sunday

In honor of Leighton Accardo, the Arizona Coyotes are hosting the third annual Skatin' for Leighton at Sun Devil Stadium on Sunday.
1 year ago
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Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker surprises Make-A-Wish Arizona kid

Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker surprised 17-year-old Make-A-Wish Arizona kid Breanna Amado prior to tip-off on Tuesday night.
1 year ago
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Cardinals TE Zach Ertz surprises Super Bowl LVII kid Julia Crossley from Gilbert

The NFL on Tuesday announced that 12-year-old Gilbert resident Julia Crossley will be this year's NFL PLAY 60 Super Kid.
1 year ago