Eric Matsumoto

About

Eric Matsumoto is an intern at Arizona Sports and a senior at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Eric was born and raised in San Jose, California and had a passion for sports his whole life. Since coming to Arizona, Eric has produced content for Sports360AZ and the Society for American Baseball Research. In addition, he has worked on live productions for ESPN+ and MiLB.com. Outside of sports and news, Eric is an active member of Scouting America as an adult leader and merit badge counselor

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Sports and news writing

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Live sports production

Achievements and Awards

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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 4, 2025
ESPN’s Bowen puts Cardinals McBride, Baker on list of best players at 109 different skills

In his list of the best players at certain skills, Matt Bowen identified Trey McBride for his versatility and Budda Baker for his run defense as a DB.
PHOENIX SUNS | Dec 3, 2025
ESPN insider Bobby Marks says Suns are the biggest surprise in the NBA

The Suns were projected to win 32 games. Now sitting at 13-9, ESPN insider Bobby Marks called them the NBA's biggest surprise.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 3, 2025
Report: Diamondbacks interested in Pete Fairbanks to help bolster bullpen

After struggles and injuries in the bullpen, the Diamondbacks likely want to pick up a reliever this offseason and have been linked to Pete Fairbanks.
HABOOB | Dec 3, 2025
BYU fan trolls Penn State by delivering Crumbl cookies

After BYU head coach Kalani Sitake was extended instead of going to Penn State, fans across the country are trolling the university with...cookies?
CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Dec 2, 2025
Desert Vista senior Isabella Valencia wants to cultivate a feeling of family

Desert Vista senior Isabella Valencia has always had the goal of creating positive spaces where her fellow students feel safe.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Dec 1, 2025
Arizona’s Brent Brennan makes the case for Noah Fifita as Big 12 Offensive POY

Noah Fifita was the driving force behind Arizona's resurgent season and head coach Brent Brennan thinks he deserves the Big 12 OPOY award.
ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 1, 2025
Cardinals’ Trey McBride leads TE Pro Bowl fan vote, 4 others in positional top 10

Trey McBride has been one of the only consistent producers for Arizona this season. He was rewarded by being voted the top tight end by fans.
ASU FOOTBALL | Dec 1, 2025
Bowl projections for ASU, Arizona following the regular season

For the first time since 2017, both Arizona State and Arizona will be heading to bowl games. Here's a look at where they might play.
CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Nov 25, 2025
Desert Sunrise junior Adrian Williams excels in the classroom and in the pool

With a passion for math and swimming, junior Adrian Williams wants to make an impact on others and eventually on the human race.
PHOENIX MERCURY | Nov 24, 2025
Mercury’s Kahleah Copper set to participate in USA Basketball’s training camp, Nate Tibbetts to coach

Mercury star Kahleah Copper was selected to the USA Basketball Women's National Team training camp along with head coach Nate Tibbetts.
ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 19, 2025
ASU offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo ‘couldn’t be more excited’ about Jeff Sims as a starter

With a slim chance at the Big 12 title still in play, ASU offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo has liked what he's seen from Jeff Sims in two starts.
ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 19, 2025
ASU’s Jordyn Tyson still questionable for return against Colorado

Wide receiver Jordyn Tyson still could return against Colorado, but Kenny Dillingham couldn't give a definitive yes or no on Wednesday.
CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Nov 18, 2025
Verrado senior Abigail Vasquez guides and supports her fellow students

Verrado senior Abigail Vasquez wants to be a resource and a leader to help them through their difficulties.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Nov 17, 2025
Noah Fifita sets Arizona Wildcats record with 68th passing touchdown

Noah Fifita broke the three-way tie for passing touchdowns in Arizona Wildcats history with his 15-yard score on Saturday.
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY | Nov 17, 2025
2nd year for ASU’s Dustin Pedroia, 12 newcomers on Baseball Hall of Fame ballot

Baseball's 2026 Hall of Fame ballot has been revealed, with former Sun Devil Dustin Pedroia looking to build upon his vote total last year.
ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 17, 2025
ASU’s Jordyn Tyson not listed as a Biletnikoff Award semifinalist

The 2025 semifinalists for the Biletnikoff Award were announced Monday, ASU's Jordyn Tyson notably absent after missing three games.
ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 11, 2025
Jordyn Tyson among 3 ASU players invited to annual East-West Shrine Bowl

Jordyn Tyson, Keyshaun Elliot and Max Iheanachor were the three ASU players that received invitations to play in the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl.
ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Nov 10, 2025
Arizona Wildcats athletes Koa Peat and Quincy Craig receive weekly Big 12 honors

Arizona Wildcats basketball and football both had players named in the Big 12 weekly honors, as Koa Peat an Quincy Craig were both recognized.
ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Nov 10, 2025
Arizona basketball ranked No. 5 in latest AP poll following win over Florida

Following their win over the defending-champion Gators, the Arizona Wildcats are ranked No. 5 in the latest AP basketball poll.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Nov 10, 2025
College football bowl predictions: Arizona in Sun Bowl, ASU to Holiday Bowl

Will the Arizona Wildcats play in the Sun Bowl? Other college football bowl predictions see the Holiday Bowl as the most likely outcome for ASU.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Nov 6, 2025
Diamondbacks extend RHP Zac Gallen the qualifying offer

The Diamondbacks extended a qualifying offer to Zac Gallen. He has until Nov. 18 to decide if he will return on the one-year deal or test free agency.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Nov 5, 2025
Mentality of Arizona’s Tre Spivey has been as important as physical tools for explosive plays

Arizona receiver Tre Spivey has found the end zone six times and has multiple 50-yard catches this season. But his success stems from more than just being big.
HABOOB | Nov 5, 2025
Suns’ Isaiah Livers tried fruitlessly to stop Dillon Brooks from getting 4th quarter technical foul

With a teammate that loves to talk, sometimes the only way to stop them is to cover their mouth, which is what Suns' Isaiah Livers tried on Tuesday.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Nov 5, 2025
ESPN’s Schoenfield lists Diamondbacks reunion as best fit for Gallen

Zac Gallen is the top free agent the Diamondbacks are losing. ESPN's David Schoenfield thinks the best option for him would be a return to the desert.