About
Payne Moses is a web content editor for KTAR News and Arizona Sports at Bonneville Phoenix. A lifelong Arizonan, Payne briefly left the state to play collegiate golf but returned to pursue his passion for journalism. When he’s not managing digital content, he enjoys exercising, golfing, spending time with his family and dogs, and serving at his local church.
Experience
- Web Content Editor, KTAR/Arizona Sports (June 2024–Present)
Writes and edits 5+ articles per day, curates homepage content, manages app alerts and newsletters, and distributes content across digital platforms. - Assistant Sports Information Director, Arizona Christian University (July 2023–June 2024)
Produced over 300 articles, managed stats and event setup, and created digital graphics and media content across 10 varsity sports. - Staff Writer, The Echo News, Taylor University (Feb 2021–May 2023)
Reported and edited campus news, authored profiles and event previews, and contributed to editorial planning and publishing. - News Reporter, Marion Chronicle-Tribune (Sept 2021–Jan 2022)
Covered high school and college sports, profiled local businesses, and wrote feature previews for community events.
Education
- Arizona State University – M.A. in Sports Journalism (Expected Summer 2025)
- Taylor University – B.A. in Multimedia Journalism, minor in Sport Management (2023, Summa Cum Laude)
Achievements & Awards
- Excellence in Multimedia Journalism Award – Taylor University (2022–23)
- Sports Writer of the Year – Taylor University (2022–23)
- Certificate of Merit in Leadership – Taylor University (2022–23)
Social Media Profiles
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 24, 2026Suns edged by Nuggets in game of scoring runs with dominant Nikola Jokic performance
In a game of scoring runs, the Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker came up a shot short in a loss to the Nikola Jokic-led Denver Nuggets.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 24, 2026Suns’ Royce O’Neale, Grayson Allen return; Ryan Dunn scratched late vs. Nuggets
Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen returned from injury Tuesday night as the Suns faced the Nuggets, while Ryan Dunn was ruled out before tipoff.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Mar 24, 2026Tommy Lloyd listed as early candidate to lead North Carolina basketball after Hubert Davis firing
North Carolina has fired men's basketball coach Hubert Davis after five seasons, and Arizona's Tommy Lloyd is among the early replacement candidates.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Mar 22, 2026Arizona-Arkansas Sweet 16 matchup set for Thursday in San Jose
The Sweet 16 matchup between No. 1 Arizona and No. 4 Arkansas is set for Thursday at 6:45 p.m. MST in San Jose.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 22, 2026Philip Abner optioned to Triple-A, Diamondbacks down to 1 lefty reliever
The Diamondbacks optioned southpaw reliever Philip Abner to Triple-A and reassigned two others to minor league camp, getting their roster down to 33 players.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 22, 2026Diamondbacks’ Spring Breakout game: Jose Fernandez matches hit record
Diamondbacks prospect Jose Fernandez confirmed his rise this spring with a record-tying outing in Saturday's Spring Breakout game against the Rockies.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Mar 20, 2026No. 1 Arizona to play No. 9 Utah State in 2nd round of NCAA Tournament
The No. 1-seed Arizona Wildcats will face the No. 9-seed Utah State Aggies Sunday at 4:50 p.m. in the Round of 32 of the NCAA Tournament.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Mar 20, 2026ASU Fan Fest at Mountain America Stadium set for April 17, to conclude with fireworks show
The ASU Fan Fest, a free annual event which celebrates all of Sun Devil Athletics, will be held Friday, April 17 at Mountain America Stadium.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Mar 20, 2026Cardinals receive average grade for NFL free agency work so far
NFL franchises have made many moves so far into free agency, and the Arizona Cardinals have earned an average grade for their haul.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 20, 2026Diamondbacks option RHP Kade Strowd, who was acquired in Blaze Alexander trade, to Triple-A Reno
Diamondbacks right-handed pitcher Kade Strowd was optioned to Triple-A Reno, the team announced Friday. He was acquired from the Orioles last month.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Mar 20, 2026More QB protection: Cardinals sign OL Olisaemeka Udoh to 1-year contract
The Cardinals have signed offensive lineman Olisaemeka Udoh to a one-year deal, for their third player gained at the position this NFL free agency period.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 18, 2026Corbin Carroll on ESPN’s way-too-early Team USA roster for 2029 World Baseball Classic
Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll is Team USA's unquestioned right fielder for the 2029 World Baseball Classic on one writer's way-too-early roster projection.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 18, 2026Diamondbacks unveil new treat at Chase Field, the “Take Me Out to the Ballgame Shake”
Diamondbacks fans can taste the "Take Me Out to the Ballgame Shake" throughout 2026. Cookies, Kit Kat bars and Cracker Jack pieces top the new treat.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 18, 2026From Germany to Phoenix, Suns’ Haywood Highsmith accomplishing goal to stay on the court
Suns forward Haywood Highsmith has experienced trials overseas, short-term contracts and a brutal injury while trying to do one thing: stay on the court.
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NCAA | Mar 17, 2026Women’s Final Four court unveiled for 2026 NCAA Tournament wrapping up in Phoenix
The hardwood for the upcoming Women's Final Four in Phoenix radiates a similar vibe to the Suns' city edition court with a desert-themed color gradient.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Mar 17, 2026LeBron James rooting for Arizona in NCAA Tournament, loves ‘experience’ for his son Bryce
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has it pretty easy in terms of which team he's pulling for in the NCAA Tournament: his son Bryce's Arizona Wildcats.
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ASU BASKETBALL | Mar 15, 2026ASU women’s basketball gets at-large bid into NCAA Tournament after Big 12 tourney run
Arizona State women's basketball earned an at-large bid into the 2026 NCAA Tournament in head coach Molly Miller's first season.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Mar 14, 2026Tommy Lloyd ‘relieved’ as Jaden Bradley returned to Big 12 title game after left wrist injury scare
Arizona guard Jaden Bradley exited the Big 12 title game holding his left wrist and his coach was relieved when he returned without complications.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 10, 2026Ryne Nelson recalls aftermath of 1st MLB hit, ‘most comfortable’ in everyday starter role
Ryne Nelson's first MLB hit last season brought with it some extra layers after the fact, and he's hoping it's not his last moment of offensive glory.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 10, 2026Royce O’Neale swishes 51-foot 3 at 3rd quarter buzzer as Suns beat Bucks
Bucks' Kyle Kuzma hit a buzzer-beating 3 to close the first half, but Suns' Royce O'Neale said hold my beer as he swished a 51-footer with time expiring in the third.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 10, 2026Jalen Green makes Bucks defender fall over with quick move, points to ground before bucket
Jalen Green is still trying to find his footing in the Suns' rotation, but he had no trouble showing off some fancy feet Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 8, 2026Rasheer Fleming breaks out for career scoring night vs. Hornets
Suns rookie Rasheer Fleming was instrumental in Sunday's win against the Charlotte Hornets, cashing in on a career-best 16 points in 23 minutes.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 8, 2026Suns’ Khaman Maluach shows real-time development in win over Hornets
Suns rookie Khaman Maluach blocked and dunked his way to a real show of NBA-level development Sunday night against the Charlotte Hornets.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 8, 2026Grayson Allen late scratch for Suns-Hornets with right knee injury management
Grayson Allen is out of Suns-Hornets Sunday with right knee injury management. He was listed as probable earlier on the day of the game.