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Brianna Anderson and her swimming teammate, Teila....
Kevin Zimmerman

Westwood’s Brianna Anderson makes big differences with little actions

Westwood High School's Brianna Anderson hopes she can cause a ripple effect to help others.
7 years ago
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Former ASU DT Marcus Hardison buys stranger Xbox as random act of kindness

Former ASU tackle Marcus Hardison played Santa Claus and bought a random kid at a Best Buy an Xbox one as a random act of kindness.
7 years ago
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Coyotes donate gear, custom jerseys to special needs hockey program

The Arizona Coyotes donated custom uniforms and hockey gear to a Phoenix-based special needs hockey team, the One Step Bobcats.
7 years ago
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Cubs star Kyle Schwarber surprises 10-year-old with Batmobile ride

Chicago Cubs star Kyle Schwarber surprised his 10-year-old friend with a Batmobile ride in Phoenix this Sunday.
7 years ago
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Adam Green

Larry Fitzgerald wants to continue to raise bar as Cardinals’ Walter Payton NFL Man of Year

Receiver Larry Fitzgerald has been named the Cardinals' Walter Payton NFL Man of Year due to his charity work off of the field.
7 years ago
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Marcos de Niza kicker Krysten Muir using football success to build up others

Marcos de Niza kicker Krysten Muir overcame the perception of being a girl football player and is now helping others do the same.
7 years ago
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Arizona Sports

Patrick Peterson, David Johnson reveal custom cleats for ‘My Cause, My Cleats’

Patrick Peterson and David Johnson tweet out pictures of their custom cleats for the NFL's league-wide 'My Cause, My Cleats'.
7 years ago
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Von Miller sends gift to AFC West rivals as appreciation for competition

It’s probably safe to say Von Miller is enjoying life these days. The 27-year-old Denver Broncos linebacker who is in the first season of a six-year, $114.5 million contract signed in July, leads the NFL with 12.5 sacks for the defending Super Bowl champions. He is also, apparently, a wine connoisseur. According to the Denver […]
7 years ago
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Adam Green

Handful of Cardinals to honor various causes for ‘My Cause, My Cleats’

Sunday afternoon when the Cardinals host Washington, and a handful of players will be taking part in an NFL initiative designed to honor various causes.
7 years ago
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A-Rod doing good things for Miami Boys and Girls Club

Alex Rodrigues is showing his gratitude to the Boys and Girls Club by donating proceeds from his clothing line to the organization.
7 years ago
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Cardinals, partner to host toy drive in Glendale on Sunday

The Arizona Cardinals are already preparing for the holidays and giving back to the community. In partnership with American Furniture Warehouse, the Cardinals will host a toy drive that benefits the Arizona Children's Association prior to Sunday's 2:25 p.m. kickoff against the Redskins in Glendale.
7 years ago
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D-backs continue to help sending funds to local teachers

The D-backs are known for giving back to the community, so it's no surprise they have been involved with helping set up a grant program for teachers.
7 years ago
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Landon Brown

Suns’ Watson, Tucker reveal design for new playground in Guadalupe

Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson and forward P.J. Tucker revealed the design for a new playground at Guadalupe Barrio Nuevo on Monday.
7 years ago
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Arcadia High School’s Grant Loftin leads in lacrosse and beyond

Senior Grant Loftin wears many hats but it's clear he ties the experiences from many of them together.
7 years ago
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Williams Field High School junior Lindsay O’Driscoll finds time to help others

Williams Field High School junior Lindsay O'Driscoll takes to her busy schedule with enthusiasm. Above all else, O'Driscoll's passion is helping others.
7 years ago
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Titans’ Taylor Lewan comforts young fan who was upset over loss

The Tennessee Titans lost to the San Diego Chargers 43-35 last weekend, which no doubt was tough on the team's fans.
8 years ago
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Tyrann Mathieu donates $1 million to LSU football program

As he has done in the past, Arizona Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu followed in the footsteps of his teammate cornerback Patrick Peterson Saturday.
8 years ago
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Ben Flores

Mercury legend Penny Taylor to donate 800 books to Phoenix students

Phoenix Mercury legend Penny Taylor will be donating over 800 books on Thursday on behalf of the "Penny Taylor: One for the Books" initiative.
8 years ago
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Arizona Sports

Bruce Arians, Just Sports release 4 classic B.A. hats to benefit charity

Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians on Tuesday released four different versions of his classic hat available for public consumption.
8 years ago
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Cardinals’ Bruce Arians launching sales of iconic derby hat

Arizona Cardinals coach Bruce Arians will be launching the sale of his iconic derby hat as part of an upcoming partnership with Just Sports and New Era.
8 years ago
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Pistons grant child in foster care his wish: A tour of The Palace

When Re'Shov was asked if there was anything he wanted, he said he wanted to see The Palace, so the Detroit Pistons gave him the experience of a lifetime.
8 years ago
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Scottsdale Christian’s Christina Clark has dreams, reality of helping others

Scottsdale Christian student Christina Clark has always been willing to help others.
7 years ago
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Suns’ Alan Williams featured on koozies to benefit Phoenix animal rescue

Suns center Alan Williams is featured on NBA Catwatch koozies for sale that will benefit the HALO Animal Rescue in Phoenix.
8 years ago
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Bruce Arians’ pink hat worn on Monday Night Football to be auctioned

Bruce Arians' pink hat worn during the Monday Night Football game between the Arizona Cardinals and New York Jets will be auctioned off for a good cause.
8 years ago