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Mike Harvey has spent seven years capturing the action for Notre Dame Prep sports. (Courtesy Shari ...
Erica Block | Cronkite News

Photographer Mike Harvey was Notre Dame coach Gerry Faust’s right-hand man

Mike Harvey's numerous contributions to Notre Dame football carried him from Gerry Faust's personal assistant to Notre Dame Prep's football photographer.
5 years ago
Lyndsey Fry has played a key role in growing female hockey participation in Arizona.(Photo by Nick ...
Nick Aguilera, Cronkite News

With Fry’s guidance, female hockey participation in Arizona is booming

Arizona ranks first among all fifty states for female hockey growth over the past year and continues to grow thanks to grassroots initiatives.
5 years ago
Arizona State players celebrate with fans following an NCAA college football game against Michigan ...
Nathan Hiatt | Cronkite News

With Pac-12 play on horizon, a behind-the-scenes look at ASU’s win at MSU

In his second season ASU, coach Herm Edwards continues his mission to build an improved college football program in Tempe.
5 years ago
Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury, right, speaks with quarterback Kyler Murray in the fi...
Jacob Rosenfarb, Cronkite News

Cardinals offense doesn’t reflect the style Kingsbury displayed in college

In the early part of Arizona’s 2019 season, why has Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury become one of the league’s most conservative coaches?
5 years ago
Yodit Woldegebriel | Cronkite Sports

Three former ASU softball players to represent Mexico in 2020 Olympics

Three former Sun Devils who all play for the Mexico National Softball team qualified for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
5 years ago
Conor Garland #83 of the Arizona Coyotes skates with the puck against Brad Hunt #77 of the Vegas Go...
Tanner Puckett | Cronkite News

Retooled offense, day-to-day approach has Coyotes hopeful for playoff return

The Arizona Coyotes hope veterans Phil Kessel and Carl Söderberg can help a team make it back for the first time in eight years.
5 years ago
The Phoenix Mercury prepare for their first-round playoff game against the Chicago Sky. The Mercury...
Jacob Rosenfarb | Cronkite News

‘Every day I walked in here to play’: Taurasi, Griner reflect on 2019 season

Phoenix Mercury's Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner will fiercely try and improve as they reflect on an injury-riddled 2019 season.
5 years ago
The Arizona Coyotes 2018 and 2019 first-round draft picks Barrett Hayton (left) and Victor Soderstr...
Nick Aguilera | Cronkite News

Coyotes’ Soderstrom, Hayton fighting for roster spots

Heading into the 2019-20 season, Arizona Coyotes first round picks Victor Soderstrom and Barrett Hayton are making significant pushes to earn a roster spot.
5 years ago
Nathan Hiatt | Cronkite News

‘I’m not really a freshman’: ASU Daniels confident in first road test

ASU freshman QB Daniels is coming off two home wins to start his career, but he faces a stiff test on the road against the Michigan State Spartans.
5 years ago
Arizona Coyotes 2018 first-round draft pick Barrett Hayton had one goal and one assist during Sunda...
Grayson Schmidt | Cronkite News

Hayton hoping his versatility will lead to early success for Coyotes

Just under a year ago, Barrett Hayton found himself in a familiar place, though it may not have been exactly where he wanted to be.
5 years ago
The Phoenix Mercury prepare for their first-round playoff game against the Chicago Sky. The Mercury...
Evaristo Montoya | Cronkite News

Diana Taurasi doubtful as Mercury head to playoffs

Securing the final spot in the WNBA playoffs, the Mercury know they must play better on the road if they hope to make a deep playoff run.
5 years ago
Alex Galchenyuk #17, Clayton Keller #9, Alex Goligoski #33, Nick Cousins #25 and Jakob Chychrun #6 ...
Nick Aguilera | Cronkite News

Clayton Keller extension part of GM John Chayka’s vision for Coyotes

Clayton Keller’s eight-year, $57.2 million contract extension offers insight into John Chayka’s master plan for the Arizona Coyotes.
5 years ago
Kyler Murray (second from right) holds up the Heisman Trophy, joined by (from left) his cousin, Car...
Alex Simon | Cronkite News

Out of the spotlight, Kyler Murray opens up about his football career

To understand Kyler Murray, who makes his first NFL start with the Cardinals Sunday, is to appreciate his roots in Texas and Oklahoma.
5 years ago
Midfielder Solomon Asante is a big part of Phoenix Rising FC's current win streak. With two months ...
Nathan Hiatt | Cronkite News

‘It feels like a big club’: Schantz vision for Rising starting to show

When Rick Schantz had his interim coaching status removed, he saw a vision for Phoenix Rising and set lofty goals for the squad after a breakout season.
5 years ago
Chun An Yu practices his irons on ASU Karsten Golf Course. Yu is one of 20 amatuers that qualified ...
Matthew Roy | Cronkite News

After stumbling, loaded ASU men’s golf team is aiming at national title

ASU golf went to nationals last year ranked second but ended up 16th. Now, they are second in the ranking again and are ready for another run.
5 years ago
Arizona State quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (2) walk off the field...
Matthew Roy | Cronkite News

Quarterback Jayden Daniels makes strong impression in ASU opener

In Arizona State's season opener, freshman quarterback Jayden Daniels made a strong impression in a 30-7 victory over Kent State.
5 years ago
After missing the 2018 season with an injury, D.J. Foster (left) hopes to make a difference with th...
Sebastian Emanuel | Cronkite News

ASU alumni Gonzalez, Foster look to make mark with Cardinals

Former Sun Devils standouts, Zane Gonzalez and D.J. Foster look to build upon a new regime and make the Cardinals' 53-man roster.
5 years ago
ASU coach Herm Edwards wonders how student population would react to a 9 a.m. start at Sun Devil St...
Brady Vernon/Cronkite News

Kickoff for breakfast? ASU football reacts to potential 9 a.m. starts

Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott said the conference could begin to trial 9 a.m. kickoffs and some Arizona State players are in favor of the idea.
5 years ago
Sophie Cunningham, a former guard for the Missouri Tigers, finished as the program's all-time leadi...
Jacob Rosenfarb | Cronkite News

Phoenix Mercury rookie Sophie Cunningham looking to make a mark

Phoenix Mercury second round draft pick Sophie Cunningham has shined so far in Phoenix in her first season with the team.
5 years ago
MARBELLA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 14: Corey Whelan of Liverpool during a training session on February 14, ...
Owain Evans | Cronkite Sports

Versatility is key for new Rising FC player, Liverpool import Corey Whelan

Liverpool product Corey Whelan may be a new player for Phoenix Rising, but he’s expected to solve a problem that’s been there for a while.
5 years ago
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Jacob Rosenfarb | Cronkite News

Brandon Clarke lights up NBA Summer League, takes home MVP award

Phoenix native Brandon Clarke led the Memphis Grizzlies to a Summer League championship after being selected 21st overall in this year's NBA draft.
5 years ago
Kevon Lambert and Junior Flemmings in Phoenix Rising uniforms...
Owain Evans | Cronkite News

Jamaica Reggae Boyz Flemmings, Lambert return to Phoenix Rising

Kevon Lambert and Junior Flemmings returned Phoenix Rising FC following their time with Jamaica for the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
5 years ago
Former teammates of Zylan Cheatham believe he has the skills to succeed in the NBA. (Photo by Sebas...
Sebastian Emanuel | Cronkite News

Former ASU hoops F Zylan Cheatham impressing at NBA Summer League

Former Sun Devil Zylan Cheatham has had an opportunity to show off his skills for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA's Summer League.
5 years ago
Luke Bell, Arizona Diamondbacks draftee...
Brady Vernon | Cronkite News

From Diamondbacks executive to GCU player, baseball a Bell family affair

Seton Catholic High School's Luke Bell, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 34th round draft pick, continues a baseball-led family legacy.
5 years ago