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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
Solomon Asante (left) and Gladson Awako have been playing together since 2011 before both joined th...
Josh Martinez | Cronkite News

From Ghana to Rising: Friendship of Asante, Awako helps play on field

For midfielders Solomon Asante and Galdson Awako, there is a relationship and friendship that stretches back to before the two’s time with Phoenix Rising.
6 years ago
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Jade Hanson | Cronkite News

Tillman, Grace headline 2018 Arizona Sports Hall of Fame induction class

The late Pat Tillman and former Diamondback Mark Grace, among others, to be inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' A.J. Pollock connects for a run-scoring double against the Washington Nationa...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Broken thumb hasn’t stopped A.J. Pollock from being key D-backs player

Dbacks outfielder A.J. Pollock eclipsed his home run total from last season in nearly 200 fewer at-bats, setting himself up for a big free-agent payday.
6 years ago
Arizona State head coach Herm Edwards pauses while speaking at the Pac-12 Conference NCAA college f...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

ASU off to strong in-state recruiting start with 2019 class

Four of the 11 recruits come from the Valley and look forward to staying close to home for college football.
6 years ago
Arizona State quarterback Manny Wilkins throws a pass agiainst UCLA during the first half of an NCA...
Jorge Ramos | Cronkite News

ASU’s Manny Wilkins, N’Keal Harry have high expectations for 2018

ASU quarterback Manny Wilkins and wide receiver N’Keal Harry enter the 2018 season with high expectations under new ASU football head coach Herm Edwards
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks closer Brad Ziegler fires one of his submarine pitches while saving the Diamon...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Trade deadline additions position D-backs with depth for postseason push

Despite not making any blockbuster moves, the Arizona Diamondbacks were busy at the 2018 trade deadline. What do those moves mean going forward?
6 years ago
Devin Booker was the youngest of the 38 players invited to the USA Basketball minicamp in Las Vegas...
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Devin Booker impresses Griffin, uses time at Team USA minicamp to learn

Devin Booker is using his time with USA Basketball to learn. He’s had conversations with Coach K and played one-on-one games with Kevin Durant and Paul George.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Zack Greinke (21) hits a single scoring Nick Ahmed during the sixth inning of...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite Sports

Diamondbacks hold mixed opinions about DH rule

MLB’s designated hitter rule could soon be coming to the National League, but many Diamondbacks don’t agree with the potential rule change.
6 years ago
Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott speaks at Pac-12 NCAA college football Media Day, Wednesday, July 2...
Jack Harris | Cronkite Sports

Larry Scott defends Pac-12’s shaky year, eyes future changes

After a shaky year in football, basketball and financially, Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott defended his conference on Wednesday.
6 years ago
Newly appointed Arizona State University NCAA college football head coach Herman Edwards smiles dur...
Jack Harris | Cronkite News

Difference between Edwards, Sumlin highlighted at Pac-12 Media Day

New coaches Kevin Sumlin and Herm Edwards shared the stage on Wednesday at Pac-12 Media Day. The differences between the two new hires were on full display, setting the stage for a new era of college football in the state
6 years ago
Arizona State’s women’s triathlon program won back-to-back national championsihps after becomin...
Max Kelley | Cronkite News

ASU women’s triathlon program setting blueprint for success

ASU women’s triathlon has won back-to-back national championships since their inaugural season and the rest of the nation is chasing their success.
6 years ago
Arizona head coach Kevin Sumlin speaks at the Pac-12 Conference NCAA college football Media Day in ...
Jorge Ramos | Cronkite News

First Manziel, now Tate: UA’s Sumlin excited about another dual-threat QB

First-year Arizona coach Kevin Sumlin inherited another dual threat quarterback in Khalil Tate.
6 years ago
Left: Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Alan Faneca weighed as much as 315 pounds when he played ...
Nathanael Gabler | Cronkite News

Health after the NFL: The highs and lows of a lineman’s weight journey

Maintaining optimal NFL weight of 300-plus pounds – especially for players in the trenches – often requires unhealthy practices.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Steven Souza Jr. hits an RBI double off Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle He...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Diamondbacks weathered impactful injuries to stay in postseason hunt

The Diamondbacks were able to weather injuries to All-Star talents in the first half and remain in the postseason hunt in the National League.
6 years ago
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Cactus League economic impact makes double-figure jump

Four months after the 2018 Cactus League season ended, an ASU study found that the event provided Arizona with an economic impact of more than $644 million.
6 years ago
Jude Schimmel helped open the Fiesta Bowl Lori Piestewa National Native American Games. (Photo cour...
Nathanael Gabler | Cronkite News

Basketball standout Schimmel helps open Piestewa Games

Jude Schimmel has started in a Final Four game, interviewed President Barack Obama, written a book, Dreamcatcher, and starred in Nike commercials narrated by LeBron James. Now, as a 24-year-old Native American woman, she is using her platform to encourage Native Americans to go out and live healthier lifestyles.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt reacts after striking out against Colorado Rockies starting ...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Absolute power: Strikeout trend continues as homers become priority

Major League Baseball is on pace to see its single-season strikeout record broken for the 11th consecutive year. Will changes to the sport follow?
6 years ago