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Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Short and sweet: The month Ayton, Bagley spent together at Hillcrest

Marvin Bagley and Deandre Ayton played together at Hillcrest Prep together for one month and put on a show for everyone around them.
6 years ago
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Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

D-backs’ defense could be considered best in baseball despite injuries

The Arizona Diamondbacks have experienced an up-and-down season in the batter’s box, but the consistent and reliable defense has made a case to be seen as the best in Major League Baseball.
6 years ago
Devante Dubose participated in Phoenix Rising’s open tryouts in January and now is a regular part...
Josh Martinez | Cronkite News

From open tryout to Phoenix Rising, Devante Dubose perseveres

Devante Dubose had a tumultuous journey in soccer before deciding to tryout for Phoenix Rising, where he’s found significant success.
6 years ago
Maggie Ewen gears up to throw the shot put. Ewen holds the NCAA national record and the ASU record ...
Josh Martinez | Cronkite News

ASU thrower Maggie Ewen’s unique talents elevated her to next level

Since arriving at Arizona State, redshirt senior Maggie Ewen showed her prowess for throwing the shot put, discus and hammer throw.
6 years ago
Mo Bamba, a projected lottery pick, has made significant changes to his shot and body this offseaso...
Jack Harris

From Justice to Bamba: Behind the pre-draft scenes with 4 NBA hopefuls

PHOENIX — Kodi Justice didn’t sulk on the end of his college basketball career for very long. There wasn’t much time to spare before the beginning of his professional one. Like hundreds of other players in the sport, Justice, who graduated from Arizona State this year after four seasons as a Sun Devil, has fixed […]
6 years ago
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Jade Hanson | Cronkite News

Olympic skater Rippon highlights Phoenix Mercury PRIDE Night

Phoenix Mercury brought Adam Rippon, the first openly gay U.S. male figure skater to compete in the Olympics, to celebrate the team’s PRIDE Night.
6 years ago
Nick Cocalis lines up a putt on the 15th green of Troon North Golf Club on a Pepsi Tour event. (Cro...
Max Kelley | Cronkite News

Mini-tours give Arizona golfers the chance to chase the dream

Golfers flock to Arizona for competitive mini-tour events, helping them gear up for a shot on the PGA Tour and the money that comes with it.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt, center, celebrates his run scored with Steven Souza Jr. (28...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Two Diamondbacks among those receiving toughest called third strikes

Two Diamondbacks are among the players called out for borderline strikes the most since 2015. But is it actually a side effect of good plate discipline?
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Archie Bradley delivers pitch to Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond ...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Diamondbacks’ bullpen making a case to be seen as the best in baseball

Despite not racking up huge strikeout totals like other bullpens around MLB, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ bullpen boasts the best ERA in the league.
6 years ago
Jalen Graham (white striped shorts) reaches for a rebound during Mountain Pointe's summer basketbal...
Joel Viss | Cronkite News

For Mountain Pointe basketball, summers aren’t just about AAU competition

Instead of using the summer as a leisure period, Mountain Pointe basketball turns up the heat to get ready for March.
6 years ago
West Virginia's Jevon Carter shoots during practice at the NCAA men's college basketball tournament...
Jack Harris | CRONKITE NEWS

Defensive-minded Jevon Carter could be late pick for Suns in NBA draft

The Suns ranked last in defensive rating last year, while West Virginia guard Jevon Carter was named Naismith Defensive Player of the Year.
6 years ago
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Max Kelley | CRONKITE NEWS

Chun An Yu qualifies for U.S. Open, joining other ASU golf greats

ASU’s Chun An Yu will be a junior on the team next year. He qualified for the chance to play in the U.S. Open alongside other ASU greats.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt, center, is congratulated after scoring on a double hit by K...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Paul Goldschmidt has week to remember after month-long hitting skid

Following a career-worst cold streak through the month of May, Paul Goldschmidt may be back to his usual MVP-caliber self.
6 years ago
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Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Suns, City of Phoenix clash with Goldwater Institute in court

The Goldwater Institute and the City of Phoenix clashed in court Tuesday about documents related to Talking Stick Resort Arena renovations.
6 years ago
Jaren Jackson Jr. had his first NBA pre-draft workout Sunday, joining Deandre Ayton, Marvin Bagley ...
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Suns may be late to party, but they’re structuring positionless team

The Phoenix Suns worked out four big men to become the No. 1 pick. In an NBA landscape that has moved away from positions and lessened the role of the center, the Suns are going to get a versatile presence down low to guide of team of players that can play everywhere.
6 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks Nick Ahmed celebrates with Chris Owings (16) after hitting a three-run home ru...
Nathanael Gabler | Cronkite News

Three Diamondbacks among players turning to C-flap for injury prevention

Many MLB stars, such as Houston’s Carlos Correa and Washington’s Bryce Harper, are beginning to use the C-flap as an injury prevention method. In Arizona, three players are joining the movement.
6 years ago
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Josh Martinez | Cronkite News

Phoenix Rising FC coach Patrice Carteron leaves team for new job

Patrice Carteron, the coach for Phoenix Rising FC, has left the team for a new job, a player confirmed to Cronkite News on Monday.
6 years ago
Mo Bamba worked out for the Phoenix Suns on Saturday and hopes the franchise selects him with the N...
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

Texas’ Bamba displays his smarts, Suns talk trading up possibility

The Phoenix Suns worked out Texas center Mohamed Bamba Saturday, who few project the team to draft at No. 1. But a flurry of great big men in the draft give the Suns added flexibility with so many assets.
6 years ago
Phoenix Rising coach Patrice Carteron directs his team during a post-practice drill. Carteron has h...
Josh Martinez | Cronkite News

Phoenix Rising mixes new, returning players to craft potent offense

Last season, Phoenix Rising FC gave its fans a taste of what a winning soccer franchise feels like, but coach Patrice Carteron wants to give more on the field.
6 years ago
Marvin Bagley III's improbably journey made a stop in Phoenix. (Photo by Jordan Kaye/Cronkite News)...
Jack Harris | Cronkite News

Marvin Bagley III’s winding, complicated journey brings him back to Phoenix

Despite a spectacular prep and college career, Marvin Bagley III isn’t projected to be the top pick in this year’s NBA Draft.
6 years ago
Mountain Ridge High School pitcher Matthew Liberatore was selected 16th overall by the Tampa Bay Ra...
Jack Harris | Cronkite News

Arizona talent ‘bursts back on the scene’ with strong MLB draft

After several down years, a top-heavy class of Arizona high school and collegiate baseball talent became high picks in the 2018 MLB Draft.
6 years ago
Linebacker Ryan Langford is one of many Rattlers players signing autographs after the last home gam...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

Arizona Rattlers Nation creates a family in indoor football

The Arizona Rattlers led the IFL in fan attendance in 2017 and are on track to maintain that lead in 2018.
6 years ago
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Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Ayton vs. Doncic: Is there any truth to international prospect stigmas?

A common stigma in NBA circles is that international draft prospects are riskier than those who went to American schools. But is there any truth to that?
6 years ago
Jalen Brunson’s 103 college victories during his three-year run at Villanova make him one of the ...
Nathanael Gabler | Cronkite News

Jalen Brunson’s winning mentality, versatile game could fit Suns at 31

Jalen Brunson is a winner. The Suns haven’t been winners in years. Could Brunson’s winning pedigree and versatility be a fit for Phoenix at 31?
6 years ago
Nate Fain | Cronkite News

Briann January leads the Mercury on the court and ASU on the sideline

Phoenix Mercury guard Briann January completed her first season as an assistant coach for the Arizona State University women’s basketball team, where she also played from 2006-09.
6 years ago
Max Kelley | Cronkite News

Before bringing in Ayton, Suns took a close look at his Arizona teammates

Arizona guards Rawle Alkins and Allonzo Trier worked out for the Phoenix Suns on June 1. Both say Ayton would be the right pick for the Suns at No. 1.
6 years ago
Diamondbacks pitcher Taijuan Walker is not only a big Los Angeles Lakers fan but he was a basketbal...
Ben Leibowitz | Cronkite News

Diamondbacks players embrace basketball fandom amid NBA Finals

As the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers square off in the NBA Finals, Arizona Diamondbacks players embrace their basketball fandom.
6 years ago
Former USC center Chimezie Metu blocked a George King shot off the backboard during the Suns' pre-d...
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

With uncertainty down low, Suns could add shot blocker in second round

With uncertainty down low, the Phoenix Suns could add a shot blocker in second round of the 2018 NBA Draft.
6 years ago
Arizona Rattlers players see the Indoor Football League as a pathway to a career in the NFL. (Photo...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

For Rattlers, IFL is another stepping stone for a career in the NFL

The pathway to the NFL is easy for some -- get drafted or sign as a free agent. But others have to take a longer journey to reach their goal. For some Arizona Rattlers players, a career in the IFL may be the stepping stone to a career in the NFL.
6 years ago
The Diamondbacks will debut 2018 with a humidor in an attempt to reduce home runs at Chase Field th...
Nathanael Gabler | Cronkite News

‘Definitely noticing a difference’: Stats suggest impact of D-backs’ humidor

When the Diamondbacks decided to use a humidor to store their baseballs, they expected home runs and strongly hit balls to decrease. Through just 32 home games, the stats back up the expectations.
6 years ago