Cronkite Sports Stories

The Suns' No. 1 draft pick, Deandre Ayton, seems confident during the team's annual media day to ki...
Jake Goodrick | Cronkite News

‘We want to change the narrative’: Suns eye significant turnaround

The Phoenix Suns kicked off the 2018-19 season with their annual media day. They hope their mix of veteran experience and young talent will culminate in more wins this season.
6 years ago
After playing 56 games with the Tucson Roadrunners last season, Lawson Crouse hopes to make the Coy...
Sam Ficarro | Cronkite News

Coyotes’ Strome, Crouse look to establish themselves in NHL

Fellow 2015 first-round draft picks Dylan Strome and Lawson Crouse enter training camp with hopes of contributing to the Coyotes for a full season.
6 years ago
D.J. Foster (left), Larry Fitzgerald (center) and Christian Kirk (right) surround and share a laugh...
Andre Simms | Cronkite News

Saguaro community, led by famous alums, rallies around deli owner

Long time Saguaro supporter Joe Casella was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer and Saguaro alums and current Arizona Cardinals D.J. Foster and Christian Kirk decided to help the local deli owner.
6 years ago
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Drake Dunaway | Cronkite News

As ASU seeks offensive identity, rushing attack is front-runner

After starting the season 2-2, the Arizona State Sun Devils may have finally found their offensive identity: a strong running game as they head into a home game this weekend against Oregon State.
6 years ago
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Harley Yearout | Cronkite News

Changing hands: Cardinals opt to go with rookie quarterback Rosen

The Arizona Cardinals named rookie quarterback Josh Rosen their starter on Monday. Rosen was drafted 10th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft.
6 years ago
After going 2-0 against UTSA and Michigan State with a brief stint in the Top 25, ASU will look to ...
Zach Pekale | Cronkite News

Stage fright suggests ASU football still adjusting to the spotlight

With the hiring of Herm Edwards came a slingshot, catapulting the Arizona State football program out of irrelevance and into the national spotlight.
6 years ago
Arizona State coach Herm Edwards talk about the team's next opponent, Washington. (Photo by Justin ...
Jake Goodrick | Cronkite News

Calm, cool, collect: Edwards ready to move on to Washington

Herm Edwards was disappointed but not panicked. He has moved from Arizona State's loss to San Diego State is looking toward a meeting with Washington.
6 years ago
The Havocs fan base made its name at GCU men’s basketball games, but the students have been showi...
Andre Simms | Cronkite News

Place to be: Grand Canyon soccer leads the nation in fan attendance

The Havocs have built a student section that supports Grand Canyon sports with a fiery passion, and no one is benefiting more than the men’s soccer team.
6 years ago
Phoenix Rising start training in the Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex in Scottsdale with the last six ...
Ricardo Ávila | Cronkite News

Rising into playoffs? MLS loan players could impact club’s postseason

With USL playoffs fast approaching, four new players coming in from MLS clubs have helped Phoenix Rising climb to the top of the Western Conference.
6 years ago
Arizona State defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales has mixed feeling about playing San Diego State,...
Harley Yearout | Cronkite News

Return to SDSU bittersweet for ASU defensive coordinator Gonzales

ASU defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales spent seven seasons with the San Diego State University Aztecs. Saturday, he returns as an opponent.
6 years ago
Grant Hill speaks during induction ceremonies at the Basketball Hall of Fame, Friday, Sept. 7, 2018...
Ashley Mackey | Cronkite News

Suns representation at Hall of Fame connected to renowned training staff

When Grant Hill was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame, he remembered his time with the Phoenix Suns training staff.
6 years ago
Harley Yearout | Cronkite News

Arizona Cardinals still searching for answers on offense

The Arizona Cardinals woke up Monday feeling the same way the felt on Sunday night. Their offense needs to take big strides if the team hopes to bounce back from a loss to the Redskins.
6 years ago
Eloi (left), Oliver (middle), Cosmas (right) arrived in Phoenix May 2016 looking for a better life ...
Joel Viss | Cronkite News

From refugee camp to Central High: Kwete brothers making most of athletic opportunities

Kwete brothers fled war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo and are making the most of their opportunities here in Arizona.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Brad Boxberger (31) pitches against the Texas Rangers during th...
Drake Dunaway | Cronkite News

Diamondbacks need success from Boxberger as playoff push heats up

For the first time Brad Boxberger is on a team competing for a pennant. He and the rest of the Diamondbacks bullpen have struggled in big situations lately.
6 years ago
Los Angeles Kings' Adrian Kempe, left, is pressured by Arizona Coyotes' Kyle Capobianco during the ...
Jake Goodrick | Cronkite News

‘Ice rink, dining hall, back to the rink’: Coyotes rookies all business in Vegas

The Arizona Coyotes rookie squad is headed to Las Vegas to compete against other NHL prospects in the inaugural Vegas Rookie Faceoff.
6 years ago
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Christopher Roth | Cronkite News

From Tillman to economic impact, Nike’s Kaepernick deal sparks debate

Colin Kaepernick is back in the news but this time with a new extension from Nike. He is the face of the "Just Do It" campaign as Nike celebrates the 30th anniversary of the slogan.
6 years ago
Forward DeWanna Bonner prepares to pass in practice ahead of Friday’s Game 3 between the No. 5 se...
Zack Pekale | Cronkite News

In hope of braving Storm, Mercury need to demonstrate consistency

The Phoenix Mercury are attempting to stave off elimination in the WNBA playoffs after the Seattle Storm held off two furious fourth quarter comebacks.
6 years ago
Arizona State defenders swarm to the ball during the team’s first scrimmage of the season Saturda...
Harley Yearout | Cronkite News

ASU DC Gonzales wonders: Are young players ‘going to freak out’ Saturday?

ASU defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales admits he is nervous for his young defense’s first game on Saturday against Texas at San Antonio.
6 years ago
Dillon Jackson attempts a field goal during Saturday's scrimmage at Camp Tontozona. (Photo: Vince M...
Jack Harris | Cronkite News

‘It was survival’: Remembering early history of ASU’s Camp Tontozona

Before it undergoes major renovations this year, a look back at ASU’s early trip to Camp Tontozona through the eyes of those who lived -- and survived -- it.
6 years ago
Fitz's Supper Club is one event in Larry Fitzgerald's charity organization, First Down Fund. (Photo...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

Cardinals’ Larry Fitzgerald sees giving back as his personal responsibility

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald is entering his 15th season with the Cardinals and continues to carry his spirit of giving to the Arizona community and nationwide.
6 years ago
The Brophy swimming program has won 30 consecutive state titles and 37 of the last 38. The program ...
Joel Viss | Cronkite News

Brophy hopes to continue swimming dominance

The Brophy Broncos swim team has won 30 straight high school state championships at the highest level in Arizona.
6 years ago
Desert Vista has been going to camps outside of Phoenix for the last 21 years, a tradition Coach Da...
Joel Viss | Cronkite News

Going camping: Desert Vista builds brotherhood in Flagstaff

Desert Vista has been traveling out of town the past 21 years to build a brotherhood in its program at camp, the last two years at Sinagua Middle School in Flagstaff.
6 years ago
Senior quarterback Jake Farrell hopes to lead Notre Dame Prep back to the 5A State Championship in ...
Max Kelley | Cronkite News

Notre Dame Prep retools for another state championship run

After falling to Peoria Centennial in the 5A state championship game 42-21, Notre Dame Prep football eyes another title run.
6 years ago
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) puts on his helmet during the first day of NF...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

Fitzgerald reflects on quarterbacks, receivers: ‘I like where we are’

With a new coach, new quarterbacks and new rookies, Fitzgerald discussed expectations for 2018 and what it means to play for the same team his entire career.
6 years ago