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Hamilton offensive tackle Hunter Mayginnes is destined for success at the next step, quite possibly...
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Hamilton football’s Hunter Mayginnes poised for next level

Hamilton offensive lineman Mayginnes is poised for continued success at the next level. Odds are good it will be Arizona State.
6 years ago
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No. 16 ASU gears up for red-hot Stanford, Pickens

With Arizona State men’s basketball in the midst of an up-and-down start to conference play, the Sun Devils head north for a trip to the Bay Area
6 years ago
Andrew Millan | Cronkite News

‘It’s a historical day’: UA introduces first African-American head football coach

On the heels of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the University of Arizona introduced the football program’s first African-American head coach.
6 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Tyson Chandler dries on Houston Rockets forward Ryan Anderson (33) during the s...
Hunter Robinson | Cronkite News

Tyson Chandler will have lasting impact on Suns

Jay Triano and Josh Jackson discuss how Tyson Chandler is using his experience to mold the Phoenix Suns youthful roster into a future contender.
6 years ago
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Jacob Janower

It took 10 years, but ASU men’s tennis back in action

To say Arizona State men’s tennis coach Matt Hill is looking forward to the program’s first match would be an understatement.
6 years ago
Arizona Coyotes left wing Anthony Duclair (10) skates away from Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Bria...
Rebecca Dantuono/Cronkite News

Coyotes hope Duclair trade can trigger reversal of fortunes

PHOENIX — The Arizona Coyotes hope a trade is just what they need to turn around their worst season start in team history. Forward Anthony Duclair and defenseman Adam Clendening were traded to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for forwards Richard Panik and Laurent Dauphin, general manager John Chayka said Wednesday. “It was a long […]
6 years ago
Arizona Coyote defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (23), of Sweden, passes the puck as Los Angeles King...
Will Tyrrell

‘It means a lot’: Ekman-Larsson humbled with 2nd All-Star Game selection

He was nervous the first time but the Coyotes' Oliver Ekman-Larsson excited about his second selection to NHL All-Star Game.
6 years ago
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Omar Soussi

Fiesta Bowl coaches, A.D. react to ASU football hire, structure

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Arizona State made headlines when it chose to fire football coach Todd Graham. Not only was the hiring of Herm Edwards a surprise but so, too, was the announcement of a new leadership model that would reflect an NFL structure. The decisions by Vice President of Athletics Ray Anderson attracted national attention. […]
6 years ago
Arizona State head coach Todd Graham speaks at the Pac-12 NCAA college football media day, Thursday...
Omar Soussi / Cronkite News

‘I listen to him’: ASU seniors reflect on Todd Graham, final game

As Arizona State enters its Sun Bowl game against North Carolina State, seniors reflect on their careers and reaching the finish line with Todd Graham.
6 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender, right, drives past Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bogut (66) ...
Rafael Alvarez

Still work in progress, Suns’ Bender confident about growth

Power forward Dragan Bender, Phoenix Suns remains confident with his progress as he maneuvers his way through the NBA landscape.
6 years ago
David Johnson with winners of the "Run Thru Bullying' essay contest. Megan Torres (left) and Nubia ...
Perry Cohen | Cronkite News

Once a victim, Cardinals David Johnson supports anti-bullying campaign

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson is no stranger to the issue of childhood bullying.
6 years ago
Arizona State coach Todd Graham raises his arms after Arizona State defeated Oregon 37-35 during an...
Eric Newman | Cronkite News

Graham, Sun Devils upbeat as they begin bowl preparations

Arizona State football players, Todd Graham update during bowl practice Friday despite coach's impending departure from program
6 years ago
13. T.J. Warren, Timberwolves (14, Suns)

KO: This feels a bit low for Warren. We might be overrati...
Eric Newman | Cronkite News

Suns forward Warren leads team by example, not words

PHOENIX — While Phoenix Suns players such as guard Devin Booker, forward Josh Jackson and center Tyson Chandler are consistently bombarded with media questions following practice, forward T.J. Warren can often be seen with his head down and his warm-up hood on, trying to attract as little attention as possible as he leaves the court. […]
6 years ago
Phoenix Rising FC did not make the cut for the first group of teams considered for Major League Soc...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Phoenix Rising FC still optimistic after missing MLS cut

Despite not being in the mix for immediate expansion, Phoenix Rising FC officials still optimistic about expansion odds in the future.
6 years ago
Saguaro football team gets ready to play Higley High School in the 4A state semi-final at Chapparal...
Rafael Alvarez | Cronkite News

Title games return attention to AIA realignment process

The AIA recently announced which conference each high school will be placed in for the next two year-block. The process has its challenges, but still works.
6 years ago
Xavier Silas during his game, Thursday, November 16, 2017 in Prescott Valley, AZ.(Cronkite Sports/B...
Brooke Coltelli | Cronkite News

Life after pro basketball? G League program offers answers

The NBA G League Education Program will be ran in partnership with Arizona State University and Game Plan, a software company dedicated to student athlete development.
6 years ago
Arizona State men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley is optimistic about the 2017-18 season because th...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

ASU basketball ‘in heaven’ but not content with No. 20 ranking

For the first time since 2009, Arizona State men’s basketball is a top-25 team.
6 years ago
Patrick Peterson, along with Cardinlas teammates, donated 221 Thanksgiving meals to families in nee...
Perry Cohen | Cronkite News

Giving isn’t secondary to Cardinals’ Patrick Peterson

Patrick Peterson, along with United Food Bank, donated 221 Thanksgiving meals to families in need at the Fees College Preparatory Middle School.
6 years ago
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Omar Soussi

Graham: ASU more confident than last season entering Territorial Cup

Arizona State coach Todd Graham believes his team is more confident entering the Territorial Cup than it was last season.
6 years ago
Casteel High principal Sandy Lundberg is finding support from her school community as she battles S...
Rafael Alvarez

As title game nears, Casteel provides comfort for principal battling cancer

As the state high school football title game nears, Casteel offers support for principal Sandy Lundberg, who is battle Stage 4 cancer.
6 years ago
Milwaukee Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe (6) drives to the basket for a shot after getting past Dallas Ma...
Eric Newman

Eric Bledsoe’s return to Phoenix among Wednesday’s NBA storylines

Wednesday’s game between the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks will be Phoenix’s first time seeing Eric Bledsoe live since his trade.
6 years ago
Arizona Cardinals coach Bruce Arians said quarterback Blaine Gabbert has played well enough to star...
Rafael Alvarez | Cronkite News

Arians praises quarterback Gabbert, criticizes Cardinals receivers

Bruce Arians was pleased with Blaine Gabbert’s performance and will keep him as the starter, but will look to others to help with the receiver struggles.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender, right, drives past Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bogut (66) ...
Ryan Dorfman | Cronkite News

Rebuilding Suns struggling with shot selection, decision-making

It can’t be easy to coach a team with a cloud of uncertainty over your head.
7 years ago
ASU guard Tra Holder goes in during the win against Idaho State University at Wells Fargo Arena, Fr...
Rafael Alvarez | Cronkite News

ASU basketball seniors: Different journeys, same goal

Arizona State basketball is led by the senior guards on the team.
7 years ago
David Johnson members of the Parson branch of the Boys and Girl Club of Metro Phoenix (photo by: Pe...
Perry Cohen | Cronkite News

Cardinals’ David Johnson donates to Boys and Girls Club of Metro Phoenix

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson has had a lot of free time on his hands since suffering a season-ending wrist injury in Week One.
7 years ago
Oregon coach Willie Taggart, left, talks to Arizona State coach Todd Graham before an NCAA college ...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Sun Devils prepare to face Beavers, the team that still haunts them

With Oregon State on the horizon, the Sun Devils have a chance for vengeance from their 2014 loss that sunk playoff hopes
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Alex Len practices at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, AZ. (Photo by Eric...
Eric Newman | Cronkite News

Suns ‘keep it real simple’ with improving Alex Len

Alex Len is the one remaining player from the end of the 2013-14 Phoenix Suns season, despite playing just his fifth season in the NBA.
7 years ago
Torey Lovullo landed National League Manager of the Year after an impressive rookie season. (Photo ...
Kevin Palacios

Never thinking he would be ‘good enough,’ Lovullo named Manager of Year

Torey Lovullo never imagined he would be worthy of winning the National League Manager of the Year. He surprised even himself.
7 years ago
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Matt McClure | Cronkite News

‘We would play on the moon’: Coaches OK with prep title games in Tucson

With the University of Phoenix Stadium booked, the high school football state championships will be played in Tucson for the first time since 2009.
7 years ago
This Feb. 18, 2017 photo shows Arizona State head coach Bobby Hurley watching from the bench area i...
Brittany Bowyer | Cronkite News

Recruiting success helping create improved ASU basketball culture

Under coach Bobby Hurley, the Arizona State men’s basketball program appears to have undergone a significant culture change.
7 years ago