Character Counts
Suns fan gifts tickets, surprise to boy struggling with bullying
An outspoken Phoenix Suns fan provided tickets to a young boy who had dealt with bullying at school and his mother.8 days ago
Tyler Drake
Kelvin Beachum’s charitable reach goes far beyond a national scope
Arizona Cardinals free agent OL Kelvin Beachum isn't limiting his charitable reach to just the United States.14 days ago
Wills Rice
Former Sun Devil James Harden supports fan affected in MSU shooting
Former Sun Devil and current 76ers guard James Harden stepped up big time to support a fan that was affected by the Michigan State shooting.26 days ago
Austin Scott
Kurt Warner raises $750,000 for his Treasure House Phoenix foundation
Cardinals legend Kurt Warner hosted a star-studded Super Bowl pre-party for his foundation Treasure House Phoenix, raising $750,000.1 month ago
Arizona Sports
Suns’ Bismack Biyombo, Ish Wainright visit kids at Valley hospital
On Monday, Suns' Ish Wainright and center Bismack Biyombo took time out of their regular-season schedule to visit kids at a local hospital.1 month ago
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Cardinals TE Zach Ertz surprises teenage Eagles fan with Super Bowl tickets
Arizona Cardinals tight end and former Eagle Zach Ertz gifted a fan two tickets to Super Bowl LVII in Glendale.2 months ago
Kellan Olson
Suns’ Devin Booker, 2K Foundations renovate west Phoenix court
Devin Booker still can't get back on the court for the Phoenix Suns quite yet but he was still able to create a big moment on another court.1 month ago
Jake Anderson
Suns’ Cam Payne receives NBA Cares Community Assist Award for December
The league announced on Thursday that Phoenix Suns point guard Cam Payne won the NBA Cares Community Assist Award for the month of December.2 months ago
Arizona Sports
Coyotes hosting Skatin’ for Leighton at Sun Devil Stadium on Sunday
In honor of Leighton Accardo, the Arizona Coyotes are hosting the third annual Skatin' for Leighton at Sun Devil Stadium on Sunday.2 months ago
Jake Anderson
Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker surprises Make-A-Wish Arizona kid
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker surprised 17-year-old Make-A-Wish Arizona kid Breanna Amado prior to tip-off on Tuesday night.2 months ago
Jake Anderson
Cardinals TE Zach Ertz surprises Super Bowl LVII kid Julia Crossley from Gilbert
The NFL on Tuesday announced that 12-year-old Gilbert resident Julia Crossley will be this year's NFL PLAY 60 Super Kid.2 months ago
Jake Anderson
Former NFL RB Peyton Hillis released from hospital after rescuing kids from water accident
Former NFL RB Peyton Hillis has reportedly been released from the hospital after rescuing his children from drowning in a water accident.2 months ago
Zach Larson
Saguaro’s Sloane Richie using faith to support her community
Saguaro volleyball player Sloane Richie has a soaring GPA, helped turn her team around and volunteered in communities near and far.2 months ago
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Fans give millions to Damar Hamlin’s toy drive after Bills safety’s injury
Roughly $4.4 million was donated to Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's toy drive in the first 17 hours after his injury.3 months ago
Zach Larson
Eastmark’s Isaiah Jackson leaving footprint in school’s early stages
Four years ago, Eastmark High School in Mesa opened its doors to a new wave of students. One of the incoming freshmen back in 2019 was Isaiah Jackson.3 months ago
Wills Rice
Former Cardinals QB Blaine Gabbert saved helicopter crash victims on jet ski
Former Cardinals QB Blaine Gabbert and his brother were first responders on a jet ski to a helicopter crash in the water near his home.3 months ago
Zach Larson
Horizon Honors’ Liam Proctor determined to fulfill his dream
It's not typical for students to have a career set in mind before making it to college, let alone high school. Liam Proctor is an exception.3 months ago
Kellan Olson
Devin Booker pulls up to Phoenix car club’s holiday charity event for foster kids
Devin Booker made an appearance at a Phoenix car club's annual charity event that donates toys and clothing to foster children.3 months ago
Zach Larson
Perry volleyball’s Woodworth dominating on courts, in classroom
Perry High School libero Braelyn Woodworth has turned in academic success on top of her volleyball career.3 months ago
Jake Anderson
Chris Paul graduates from Winston-Salem State, gifts fellow classmates $2,500
Chris Paul began his collegiate career at Wake Forest in 2003, where he worked on a bachelor's degree for two years before turning pro.2 months ago
Kellan Olson
Phoenix Suns Charities surprise latest members of Devin Booker Starting Five
The 2022-23 season marks Year 4 of the Devin Booker Starting Five, Booker's $2.5 million pledge over five years to Valley nonprofits.4 months ago
Tyler Drake
Cardinals’ Zach Ertz not letting knee injury sideline him from giving back
Arizona Cardinals TE Zach Ertz can't contribute on the field for the rest of 2022, but that hasn't stopped him from doing so off of it.4 months ago
Tyler Drake
Giving back more than just checking boxes for Cardinals’ Kelvin Beachum
Kelvin Beachum has made it his mission in giving back to the local communities around him in hopes of setting up the future for success.4 months ago
Zach Larson
Mountain View golf’s Kaiya De Silva takes school spirit to another level
Kaiya De Silva, a Mountain View High School senior, takes pride in helping recognize all of her Toro classmates and their contributions.4 months ago
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