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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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 8, 2026Brandon Pfaadt: Staying aggressive on defense is ‘the ultimate game plan’ for 2026 season
Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt said an aggressive adage from his manager is providing him a fresh perspective entering the 2026 season.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Mar 8, 2026Cardinals reportedly bring back RB James Conner, CB Sean Murphy-Bunting on revised deals
The Cardinals have reportedly agreed to revised deals that will keep RB James Conner and CB Sean Murphy-Bunting in Arizona.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 8, 2026Kevin Ray calling Hornets-Suns game airing exclusively on Peacock, NBCSN
The game between the Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets will stream exclusively on Peacock, and Kevin Ray will be on the call.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 5, 2026Life without Mark Williams: Oso Ighodaro favored, Khaman Maluach struggles in Suns loss vs. Bulls
With Mark Williams on the shelf for multiple weeks, Oso Ighodaro showed his comfort against the Bulls while Khaman Maluach played like a rookie.
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THREADS BLOG | Mar 5, 2026Nike Book 2 ‘The Valley’ PE shoes make debut with matching uniform vs. Bulls
Devin Booker debuted his Nike Book 2 "The Valley" PE shoes against the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 5, 2026He uses what?! D-backs pitcher Drey Jameson on how botox is helping him avoid injury bug
Baseball players have performance quirks, but Diamondbacks pitcher Drey Jameson might take the cake with his injury management method: botox.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 5, 2026Suns’ Mark Williams to be reevaluated in 2-3 weeks for left foot injury
Phoenix Suns starting center Mark Williams will be reevaluated in two to three weeks for a left foot stress reaction, according to the team.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 3, 2026Jalen Green slams down Collin Gillespie delivery in win over Kings
Boom! Jalen Green received a lob up top from Collin Gillespie and slammed it home in the second quarter of Tuesday's win over the Sacramento Kings.
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PHOENIX MERCURY | Mar 3, 2026Diana Taurasi to be immortalized in Phoenix Mercury Ring of Honor in August
Three-time WNBA champion Diana Taurasi will be inducted into the Phoenix Mercury Ring of Honor on Aug. 16.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Mar 3, 2026Reactions pour in after Kyler Murray-Cardinals split announced
Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals are expected to part ways next week. The social media world had its share of reactions.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Feb 27, 2026‘It’s progression’: Suns rookie Rasheer Fleming is beginning to find comfort at NBA level
After his first taste of the Los Angeles Lakers in the preseason, Rasheer Fleming displayed much more comfort Thursday amidst a career night.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 27, 2026Ryne Nelson doesn’t concede hit, strikes out 3 in 2026 spring training debut vs. Mariners
D-backs' Ryne Nelson couldn't ask for a better spring training debut, the starter tossing two scoreless innings Friday in Peoria against the Seattle Mariners.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Feb 27, 2026Arizona safety Treydan Stukes torches NFL Draft Combine with display of speed
Arizona S Treydan Stukes didn't leave anything in the tank at the 2026 NFL Draft Combine, being clocked at 4.33 seconds in the 40-yard dash.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Feb 27, 2026Freshmen Koa Peat, Dwayne Aristode set to return Saturday against No. 14 Kansas
Arizona freshmen Koa Peat and Dwayne Aristode will reportedly make their returns against No. 14 Kansas on Saturday, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 25, 2026Michael Soroka may need to be versatile on mound like Ryne Nelson, former D-backs pitcher says
Michael Soroka was one of many arms acquired by the D-backs dating back to last MLB trade deadline, but he may be asked to do more.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Feb 24, 2026No. 2 Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd named to Naismith Coach of the Year watch list
Arizona's Tommy Lloyd was named to the watch list for the 2026 Werner Ladder Naismith Men's College Coach of the Year. The 25-2 Wildcats lead the Big 12.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 24, 2026Geraldo Perdomo, Ketel Marte are top D-backs in ESPN Olney’s top 10 MLB positional rankings
D-backs Geraldo Perdomo and Ketel Marte are expected to be among MLB's best at shortstop and second base, according to ESPN's Buster Olney.
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GOLF | Feb 22, 2026Playoff ‘blip’ at 2026 WM Phoenix Open didn’t spoil great week, tournament chairman says
Outside of a late disruption, 2026 WM Phoenix Open tournament chairman Jason Eisenberg said the event delivered its "fastball" to casuals and diehards alike.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Feb 22, 2026For 3! Suns rookie Khaman Maluach hits 1st career NBA deep ball in loss vs. Trail Blazers
In an otherwise cold shooting game for Phoenix, Suns rookie Khaman Maluach calmly knocked down his first career NBA 3-pointer against the Trail Blazers.
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GCU | Feb 18, 2026GCU ‘Lopes surge to 10-point road win at San Diego State after facing halftime deficit
GCU outscored San Diego State by 14 points out of the break to pull off a 73-63 road win, giving the program new life in the Mountain West standings.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Feb 17, 2026Daniel Jeremiah NFL mock draft 2.0: Cardinals take Miami OT Francis Mauigoa at No. 3 overall
Miami OT Francis Mauigoa has been emerging as a heavy favorite for the Cardinals to take at No. 3 in the NFL Draft, and a top pundit followed suit.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Feb 17, 2026Koa Peat to be reevaluated next week for lower leg muscle strain, Dwayne Aristode out vs. BYU
Arizona's Koa Peat will be reevaluated next week for a lower leg muscle strain he sustained Saturday, making him unavailable at No. 2 Houston this weekend.
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THREADS BLOG | Feb 15, 2026Devin Booker debuts Book 2 ‘All-Star Warning Label’ shoes, gets presidential greeting
The Book 2 "All-Star Warning Label" shoes made their debut Sunday as Suns' Devin Booker helped his Team USA Stars win the NBA All-Star tournament.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Feb 10, 2026The Athletic: Mike LaFleur hire ranked bottom of head-coaching cycle, a ‘wait-and-see’ candidate
Mike LaFleur's hiring by the Cardinals was the last known of the NFL head-coaching cycle, and a panel of coaches and team executives rated it tied-for-last.