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COVID-19 prompts junior colleges to push for cancellation of sports

The 2020-21 school year for Maricopa County community colleges may not include sports, schools await a decision by the district chancellor.
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Trivia Tuesday: NFL franchise record-holders for TD passes

Can you name each NFL franchise's all-time record holder for most single-season touchdown passes? That's your Trivia Tuesday challenge this week!
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Blaney wins at Talladega after NASCAR unites behind Wallace

Ryan Blaney won at Talladega Superspeedway on a day that began with NASCAR drivers throwing their support behind Bubba Wallace.
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NASCAR drivers stand with Bubba Wallace in pre-race demonstration

NASCAR drivers gathered at Talladega on Monday for a symbolic gesture of support for Bubba Wallace, NASCAR's only full-time Black driver.
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Curtis Blaydes stifles Volkov in UFC heavyweight bout

UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes dominated Alexander Volkov with wrestling Saturday night, earning his fourth consecutive victory.
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NY-bred Tiz the Law wins Belmont Stakes in Triple Crown opener

Tiz the Law won an unprecedented Belmont Stakes, claiming victory Saturday at the first race of a rejiggered Triple Crown schedule.
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Trivia Tuesday: Most common Division I college mascots

For every unique mascot in college sports, there are plenty of common ones, too. Your Trivia Tuesday task this week is to name the most common ones!
4 years ago
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US Olympic leaders eye change on protests amid wary athletes

The USOPC is forming an athletes' group to look into racial issues that have been exposed in the aftermath of George Floyd's killing in Minneapolis.
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Tigers see athleticism, third base ability in No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson

The Detroit Tigers picked Arizona State first baseman Spencer Torkelson, but announced him as a third baseman. No problem, they said.
4 years ago
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Tigers draft pick Gage Workman: ASU could have ‘done damage’ in CWS

Detroit Tigers fourth-round draft pick Gage Workman thinks Arizona State had a shot to make noise in the canceled College World Series this year.
4 years ago
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Every Arizona-linked player selected in the 2020 MLB Draft

Torkelson led off the MLB Draft to put ASU in a historic light, but he wasn't the only draft pick out of the state selected over the last two days.
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Arizona State SS Alika Williams drafted No. 37 overall by Rays

Arizona State shortstop Alika Williams became the second Sun Devil drafted in the 2020 MLB Draft, being selected 37th overall Wednesday by the Tampa Bay Rays.
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Spencer Torkelson becomes 4th ASU Sun Devil to go No. 1 in MLB Draft

Arizona State infielder Spencer Torkelson was picked No. 1 overall by the Detroit Tigers in the 2020 MLB Draft on Wednesday.
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Trivia Tuesday: Last player to have a 3-HR game for each MLB team

Can you remember the last player to hit three home runs in a game for each MLB team? Give it your best shot, it's Trivia Tuesday!
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Amanda Nunes dominates Spencer, defends belt at UFC 250

Amanda Nunes became the first UFC fighter to defend two championship belts while actively holding the titles in both weight classes Saturday night.
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Conor McGregor makes 3rd retirement announcement in 4 years

Conor McGregor, the 31-year-old Irish superstar in the UFC, has announced his retirement for the third time in four years.
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Drew Brees under fire for comments about NFL protests during anthems

Saints quarterback Drew Brees is drawing criticism after he said he would not agree with those disrespecting the flag by protesting during the anthem.
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Trivia Tuesday: Game 1 World Series starting pitchers since 2000

Can you name the starting pitcher for each team in Game 1 of the last 20 World Series? Let's hope you can, because that's this week's Trivia Tuesday!
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UFC fighter Jon Jones, Chandler’s brother, takes away spray paint cans

Jon Jones, a mixed martial arts fighter and the brother of Cardinals LB Chandler Jones, was seen taking spray paint cans away from protestors.
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Another win falls into Keselowski’s lap in final moments

Brad Keselowski inherited his second win of the season when Chase Elliott and Joey Logano collided racing for victory Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway.
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Future of stadiums, arenas promises high tech, low capacity

The coronavirus brought sports to a standstill for months and has everyone wondering what games will be like when spectators are finally allowed back in.
4 years ago
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Gilbert Burns routs Woodley in UFC’s return to Las Vegas

Gilbert Burns dominated former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley to win a unanimous decision on Saturday night in Las Vegas.
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US Open plan in works, including group flights, COVID tests

Stacey Allaster, a high-ranking official at the Grand Slam tournament, described scenarios being considered for the 2020 U.S. Open if held.
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AIA recommends coronavirus guidelines for high school sports

The AIA released guidelines meant to safely navigate high school sports teams as they prepare for the fall semester with coronavirus safety in mind.
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