ASU reporter, ArizonaSports.com editor
Damon Allred
About
Damon Allred is the Arizona State reporter for Arizona Sports and is a web editor for arizonasports.com and KTAR.com. Born and raised in the Valley, Damon has lived in the metro Phoenix area for most of his life. He began covering ASU in fall 2024 and also co-hosts the State of the Sun Devils Podcast. When he’s not doing something involving sports, it’s likely you’ll find Damon at a movie theater or a trail up north.
Expertise
- Sports and news writing
- Photography
Education
- Mesa Community College — Journalism program
- Eastern Arizona College — Music education program
Social media profiles
- X: @iamdamonallred
- Instagram: @iamdamonallred
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Jun 22, 2026ESPN projects 4 Arizona Wildcats taken in NBA Draft, including Jaden Bradley to Suns
A handful of Arizona standouts who led the Wildcats back to the Final Four are expected to hear their names called in the NBA Draft this week.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 19, 2026What does the Big 12 QB landscape look like without Brendan Sorsby?
Texas Tech, the favorite in the Big 12, no longer has its $5 million quarterback now that Brendan Sorsby has departed. How do the rest of the league's QB situations look?
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 19, 2026How to watch Diamondbacks-Twins on Friday night
Friday's matchup between Arizona and Minnesota will be the latest Diamondbacks game exclusive to Apple TV.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 19, 2026Ryne Nelson has partially torn forearm flexor, Yilber Diaz called up
Nelson, who has been one of the most consistent Diamondbacks starters at getting deep into games, is dealing with an elbow issue.
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WORLD CUP 2026 | Jun 19, 2026USMNT star Christian Pulisic out for World Cup match vs. Australia due to calf injury
Christian Pulisic, who helped create an own-goal by Paraguay and assisted on Folarin Balogun’s first of two goals, will miss Friday's match with a calf issue.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 15, 2026Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech parting ways, QB to enter NFL Supplemental Draft
After Texas Tech and Brendan Sorsby tried to fight for the quarterback's NCAA eligibility amid a gambling scandal, Sorsby is reportedly leaving the program with eyes on the NFL.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 15, 2026ASU sends Golden Tickets to class of 2028 players, designating top in-state targets
Two East Valley standouts ranked in the top 25 nationwide for the 2028 class were among those who received Golden Tickets by ASU on Monday.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 14, 2026Gabriel Moreno hits go-ahead homer, Zac Gallen tosses quality start in win vs. Reds
Gabriel Moreno's eighth-inning home run was one of three homers for the Diamondbacks on Sunday in their first series win in June.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 13, 2026In-state 2027 WR Kingston Anetema commits to ASU after standout 7-on-7 showing
ASU's third wide receiver commit for 2027 caught the eye of position coach Hines Ward during a local 7-on-7 showcase.
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ASU BASKETBALL | Jun 13, 2026James Harden arrested in Texas on gun-related charge
The former Arizona State guard (2007-09) was arrested early Saturday morning, less than three weeks after his Cavaliers were eliminated from the Eastern Conference Finals.
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY | Jun 10, 2026ASU’s Landon Hairston a finalist for Golden Spikes Award after record-setting season
If he wins the Golden Spikes Award, Landon Hairston will push ASU into a tie with Florida State for the most winners of any school all-time.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 7, 2026Kenny Dillingham: ASU catching up in financial arms race, but still a ways behind
ASU football's financial support has improved under Kenny Dillingham, with two recent eight-figure contributions the biggest signs.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 7, 2026ASU football adds to 2027 class with CB Dylin Bruce’s commitment
Bruce's addition class puts the Sun Devils' defensive tally for 2027 commits at two defensive backs and one linebacker.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 6, 2026Diamondbacks’ offense stumped by Nationals for 2nd straight game
Arizona has scored two runs on eight hits across its first two games against Washington. Sunday is the series finale.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 6, 2026Diamondbacks’ LuJames Groover gets 1st career MLB hit, RBI vs. Nationals
LuJames Groover, the latest Diamondbacks prospect to get called up this season, got his first MLB hit and RBI in his second career game.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 3, 2026ASU commit Jake Hildebrand recruiting others, Dillingham optimistic about Golden Tickets
Top-100 overall OT Jake Hildebrand has a chance to turn the tides when it comes to ASU football's local recruiting efforts, and he's putting in the work.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jun 3, 2026Cactus Bowl returning to ASU’s Mountain America Stadium for 1st time since 2015
The Fiesta Sports Foundation announced the Cactus Bowl's return on Wednesday alongside ASU's Graham Rossini.
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ASU FOOTBALL | May 29, 2026Safety Elijajuan Houston gives ASU its highest-rated defensive commitment in 2027 class
ASU added a defensive back who was a key cog on a recent state championship team in Texas' top playoff bracket.
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PHOENIX SUNS | May 25, 2026Suns acquire Ja Morant in would-be blockbuster trade proposed by ESPN
Does a Suns move for Ja Morant make sense, given his baggage? What might such a move cost them elsewhere?
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY | May 25, 2026ASU baseball to begin NCAA Tournament in Lincoln Regional
The Sun Devils are looking to make the Super Regionals for the first time since 2011, which would also be the first time under head coach Willie Bloomquist.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | May 24, 2026Diamondbacks’ Tommy Troy to make MLB debut in left field Sunday vs. Rockies
Troy is ranked No. 4 among Diamondbacks prospects, per MLB Pipeline. FanGraphs had him second ahead of the season.
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY | May 23, 2026ASU softball 1 win away from Women’s College World Series after shocking Texas
The Sun Devils will have two chances to beat Texas one more time and clinch a Women's College World Series appearance, riding a season-best 10-game winning streak.
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ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY | May 23, 2026ASU’s Landon Hairston sets program record for single-season home runs, opposing pitcher delivers ball
ASU sophomore Landon Hairston has been one of the best hitters in all of college baseball this season, earning his program record after homers in three straight games.
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GOLF | May 19, 20262026 WM Phoenix Open raises record $20.1 million for charity
The WM Phoenix Open and the Thunderbirds, hosts of the tournament, announced their fundraising for charity surpassed $20 million for the first time.