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

Videography

Live sports production

Achievements and Awards

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Social Media Profiles

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CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Nov 4, 2025
Williams Field’s Amelia Ray is researching organ donation on her way to becoming a surgeon

From picking up trash to research about organ donation, Amelia Ray wants to make an impact in the world in whatever way she can.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Nov 3, 2025
Arizona’s Noah Fifita shares Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week with ASU’s Jeff Sims

Jeff Sims and Noah Fifita were named co-offensive players of the week in the Big 12 for their performances in Week 10.
ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 29, 2025
ASU’s Malik McClain, Jaren Hamilton continue growth in Jordyn Tyson’s absence

Jordyn Tyson's injury is forcing other receivers to step up. The last two weeks, Malik McClain and Jaren Hamilton have each had a breakout game.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Oct 28, 2025
Wildcats ‘pissed off’ by shortcomings to finish games, focused on fundamentals out of bye week

After back-to-back losses in the final possession, the Arizona Wildcats are using their frustration as fuel to right the ship and focus on fundamentals.
ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 27, 2025
Cardinals’ Calais Campbell listed as 2025 trade candidate by PFF’s Bradley Locker

With the Cardinals record at 2-5, PFF's Bradley Locker sees Calais Campbell as a possible piece to move before the Nov. 4 trade deadline.
ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Oct 23, 2025
ESPN: Arizona’s Koa Peat and Brayden Burries among top impact newcomers

The top recruits in their respective states, Koa Peat and Brayden Burries are expected to be big pieces for the Arizona Wildcats this season.
ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 22, 2025
Arizona State special teams ‘juiced’ and ‘amped’ following miscues against Texas Tech

Critical mistakes on special teams let Texas Tech back into the game last week, so Arizona State focused on improvement before hosting Houston.
PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 20, 2025
ESPN ranks Suns 26th in season preview, projects 32 wins

ESPN projected the Phoenix Suns to be the second-worst team in the Western Conference and 26th overall in the NBA.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Oct 20, 2025
Corbin Carroll could be in rare company with 30-30 and a gold glove

After being named a Gold Glove finalist and having a 30-home run, 30-stolen base season, Corbin Carroll could join an exclusive list.
ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 16, 2025
ESPN’s Reid: Jordyn Tyson off the board 1 pick ahead of Cardinals in 2026 NFL mock draft

ESPN's Jordan Reid projects Arizona State's Jordan Tyson to be the seventh pick in the 2026 NFL draft, while the Cardinals would have the eighth pick.
GOLF | Oct 15, 2025
WM Phoenix Open general admission tickets on sale for 2026

The WM Phoenix Open announced Wednesday that 2026 general admission tickets are now available for purchase.
CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Oct 14, 2025
Campo Verde sophomore Allison Bufmack focused on spreading positivity

Both on the field and through her school's Radiate Club, Allison Bufmack wants to spread positivity and create a welcoming environment for all.
PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 13, 2025
ESPN’s Tim Bontemps tiers Suns core trio as ‘starting a rebuild’

After parting with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the Suns' core looks different in the beginning of a rebuild, according to ESPN's Tim Bontemps.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Oct 13, 2025
Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan ‘felt good’ about kneeling at end of regulation vs. BYU

Wildcats' head coach Brent Brennan defended his decision to kneel at the end of regulation against BYU despite still having two timeouts.
ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 8, 2025
Sun Devils preparing for rain, fight in trenches during Week 7 in Utah

The Sun Devils are prepared for a rainy matchup in Salt Lake City and a game that will be headlined by two strong offensive and defensive lines.
CHARACTER COUNTS NOMINATIONS | Oct 7, 2025
Canyon View’s Kaylani Tucker leads teams on the field and in business

Kaylani Tucker from Canyon View High School is the first in her district elected the state president of the Future Business Leaders of America.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Oct 6, 2025
Wildcats’ Brent Brennan shows faith in kicker Michael Salgado-Medina despite recent struggles

Michael Salgado-Medina has made five of his last 10 field goals, but Arizona coach Brent Brennan is confident the sophomore will get back on track.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Oct 6, 2025
Wildcats’ Noah Fifita named Big 12 co-offensive player of the week

After passing for over 300 yards and five touchdowns against Oklahoma State, Noah Fifita was named Big 12 co-offensive player of the week.
ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 1, 2025
Arizona State coaches excited for return of Jalen Moss, increased depth

After suffering a foot injury in Week 1, Jalen Moss could return soon for the Sun Devils, providing some additional depth at the wide receiver position.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 30, 2025
The Diamondbacks’ 2025 midseason change in identity, by the numbers

Roster turnover from trades and injuries led to two very different Diamondbacks teams in 2025. How did the D-backs compare to themselves?
ARIZONA CARDINALS | Sep 30, 2025
Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon had ‘discussion’ on going for 2 when down 8 late vs. Seahawks

What's Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon's philosophy of whether to go for two-point conversations when down eight?
ASU FOOTBALL | Sep 24, 2025
Derek Eusebio earning more opportunities, could help fuel explosive plays for Arizona State

Coming off a 61-yard catch against Baylor in Week 4, Derek Eusebio could be a piece that Arizona State turns to for help making big plays.
ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Sep 22, 2025
After bye week, Arizona Wildcats look to continue early momentum into Big 12 play

Following their bye week, the Arizona Wildcats will play No. 14 Iowa State for their first road game and first conference game of the season.
NHL | Sep 22, 2025
Andrea Doan named Chair of Advisory Panel on Pro Hockey to Arizona

Andrea Doan will work to help bring NHL hockey back to Arizona as Chair of the Advisory Panel on Pro Hockey to Arizona.