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Students at Arizona Combat Sports in Tempe practice kicking exercises. The growing popularity of co...
Robert Gundran | Cronkite News

Taking a load off: Weight cutting growing issue in MMA

In mixed martial arts fighters are forced to shed between 15 to 25 pounds in order to compete at the highest levels. Often, the practice is dangerous.
6 years ago
Deandre Ayton from Arizona sits on the stage before the NBA basketball draft lottery Tuesday, May 1...
Omar Soussi

Devin Booker, Suns reflect on one-and-done rule

With the team poised to pick another one-year player, Suns reflect on one-and-done rule. It worked for Devin Booker. But questions remain if the rule is doing its job.
6 years ago
Mo Salama is one of the Sporting AZ players that made the switch in the offseason, moving from FC A...
Andrew Millan | Cronkite News

Valley teams to clash in U.S. Open Cup for right to face Phoenix Rising

FC Arizona, Sporting AZ will meet in soccer's U.S. Open Cup on May 9. The winner will have the opportunity to play Phoenix Rising.
6 years ago
Zinger Bats in Chandler is one of several dozen companies licensed to provide bats to Major League ...
Hunter Robinson | Cronkite News

Swinging for the fences: Chandler bat company finds its way to majors

Chandler company Zinger Bats finds its way to youth sports and Major League Baseball, including with some Arizona Diamondbacks.
6 years ago
Shawn Moran | Cronkite News

Cardinals’ Keim looking for perfect fit, could trade up for quarterback

The Cardinals need to add depth to the quarterback position. Odds are good they will select one in the upcoming NFL Draft.
6 years ago
Both Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the Coyotes are thrilled to partner with each other. The Ari...
Rebecca Dantuono | Cronkite News

Check please: Phoenix Children’s Hospital grateful for $250,000 from Arizona Coyotes Foundation

Members of the Arizona Coyotes Foundation paid a visit to Phoenix Children’s Hospital, bringing along a large check of $250,000.
6 years ago
Arizona State lineman Cohl Cabral participates in a spring practice on April 12, 2018. (Photo by Ty...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

Arizona State lineman Cohl Cabral adjusting to new position

Mostly slated at tackle in 2017, Cabral started just one game at center last year. In 2018, he'll be transitioning to the middle position full-time.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taijuan Walker throws during the first inning of a baseball g...
Kaelen Jones | Cronkite News

What has Diamondbacks’ Taijuan Walker so happy? Gotta be the shoes

Diamondbacks' Taijuan Walker thrilled to endorse Jordan Brand shoes. The pitcher has been a longtime fan of Michael Jordan.
6 years ago
Suns General Manager Ryan McDonough speaks at a press conference at Talking Stick Resort Arena. (Ph...
Robert Gundran | Cronkite News

“I’m done with not making the playoffs”: Devin Booker looking for future success with team

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, general manager Ryan McDonough and coach Jay Triano reflect on a disappointing season and look to the future.
6 years ago
Arizona State's Jay Jay Wilson (9) celebrates after scoring on an interception with teammate Chase ...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

‘If anything gets messed up, it’s my fault’: ASU’s Wilson takes job seriously

As a freshman, senior linebacker Jay Jay Wilson used special teams to carve out a role when he had no other. Now, he's a leader on a unit hoping to make strides this season.
6 years ago
The Cardinals' Steve Wilks said it has been an adjustment becoming a head coach but he is sure of o...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Rush Sam Bradford? No way, new Cardinals coach Steve Wilks says

Steve Wilks has never been a head coach in the NFL. Now he's up and running deep into the Arizona Cardinals' offseason.
6 years ago
The Arizona Diamondbacks are the fourth different team right-hander Fernando Salas (pictured) has p...
Kaelen Jones | Cronkite News

Salas, De La Rosa first pair of Mexican teammates on D-backs since 2004

Arizona Diamondbacks relievers Fernando Salas and Jorge De La Rosa represent the franchise's first pair of Mexican teammates since 2004.
6 years ago
Arizona Coyotes center Clayton Keller (9) celebrates his goal with the bench during the first perio...
Luke Wright | Cronkite News

Offseason will take Coyotes players around the world

With the regular season at an end, the Arizona Coyotes players will finally have some time to relax. What will the players do with their time off?
6 years ago
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Will Tyrrell | Cronkite News

Playing through: Veterans find relief from PTSD on golf course

Dave Delano suffers from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and is deemed unemployable. After battling PTSD on his own, he uses golf and the Veteran Golfers Association as a release and an outlet.
6 years ago
Heading into the 2017-18 season, the Coyotes were the third youngest team in the NHL with 12 player...
Luke Wright | Cronkite News

Young Coyotes players address grind of NHL season

The Arizona Coyotes are one of the youngest teams in the NHL. How do the young players handle the league and the grind of the regular season?
6 years ago
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Kaci Demarest | Cronkite News

Looking to the future, Coyotes sign Antti Raanta to three-year extension

The Arizona Coyotes reinforced the idea of keeping a core group of players together Friday when the organization announced the signing of goaltender Antti Raanta to a three-year contract extension.
6 years ago
All-Pro running back David Johnson speaks at a press conference on Thursday morning. (Photo by Shaw...
Shawn Moran | Cronkite News

Cardinals’ Johnson healthy, believes ‘I’m going to be a lot better’ than before

David Johnson has been anxiously waiting to return to work since he dislocated his wrist against the Detroit Lions in the first game of the 2017 season.
6 years ago
ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton warms up before a spring practice in Tempe. (Photo by Tyler Stracha...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton hopes for consistency in 2018

Coming off an injury-plagued and disappointing 2017 season, ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton is hoping to find consistency and success in 2018.
6 years ago
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Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Phoenix Suns experience stigma of being bad NBA team

Teams like the Phoenix Suns, Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks are stuck in a loop of losing and being viewed as a team that's tanking.
6 years ago
Last summer five Arizona State baseball players played in the Cape Cod Baseball League, including C...
Jacob Janower | Cronkite News

ASU baseball players reminisce about Cape Cod memories

It was just two months of the year, but five Arizona State players had the time of their lives playing in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
6 years ago
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Katie Woo | Cronkite News

Eye on the ball: Humidor debuts in Diamondbacks opener

The Diamondbacks debuted a humidor Opening Day in an attempt to reduce home runs at Chase Field, the ballpark with the second-highest elevation in the MLB.
6 years ago
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Andrew Millan | Cronkite News

FC Arizona hoping addition of Lee Lynch brings a little luck of the Irish

FC Arizona midfielder Lee Lynch may be far from his native Ireland, but he feels at home in the desert with a soccer ball at his feet.
6 years ago
ASU infielder Spencer Torkelson set a freshman home run record against Washington State on March 29...
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

ASU’s Torkelson honors Barry Bonds by breaking his freshman HR record

Spencer Torkelson grew up going to Giants games to watch Barry Bonds play. Now the freshman is in the same breath as Bonds as he tries to make history.
6 years ago
The Arizona Diamondbacks debut the 2018 regular season in tonight's game against the Colorado Rocki...
Katie Woo

Arizona Diamondbacks set to play ball in 20th anniversary season

The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to begin play in their 20th anniversary season. High hopes surround the team ahead of 2018 Opening Day game.
6 years ago
Suns’ forward Josh Jackson practicing free throws at practice on January 12, 2018. (Photo by Tyle...
Robert Gundran | Cronkite News

Phoenix Suns rookie Josh Jackson figuring it out in 2018

Phoenix Suns' Josh Jackson had a rough first half to his rookie year. Injuries to Devin Booker and TJ Warren have forced Jackson to adapt and improve.
6 years ago
Dylan Hollman on the ice during a contest against the University of Michigan. (Photo courtesy Kylee...
Jacob Janower | Cronkite News

ASU’s Hollman, Montreal Canadiens’ Gallagher bond over hockey and family

Arizona State forward Dylan Hollman shares a special connection with his cousin, Montreal Canadiens star Brendan Gallagher.
6 years ago
Arizona State wide receiver N'Keal Harry, right, makes the catch in front of Arizona cornerback Lor...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Next man up: ASU receivers must adjust with loss of John Humphrey

TEMPE, Ariz. — In sports, injuries are part of the game. Unfortunately, Arizona State redshirt junior receiver John Humphrey is learning that the hard way after he tore his Achilles tendon March 20 during spring football practice. For those on the team, it was tough to watch a teammate suffer like that, especially when the […]
6 years ago
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

The End of Guard U: ASU’s seniors go out with loss to Syracuse

DAYTON, Ohio — Once the top story in college basketball and nearly the top-ranked team, Arizona State made the NCAA Tournament by the skin of its teeth. All the naysayers and critics didn’t matter, just the fact that the Sun Devils had at least one more game to prove themselves. But although you can wipe […]
6 years ago
ISM Raceway displayed a poster in their media center of what finished renovations will look like co...
Shawn Moran | Cronkite News

TicketGuardian 500 showcases renovation project at ISM Raceway

ISM Raceway is currently renovating their racetrack. The project is $178 million and will add granstands to the opposite side of the track.
6 years ago
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

Arizona State’s Courtney Ekmark ready to return to familiar March setting

Arizona State's Courtney Ekmark got used to deep runs in the NCAA Tournament while with Connecticut. Now with ASU, Ekmark is eager to get back on the court.
6 years ago