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On eve of enshrinement, Warner remains in awe of Hall of Fame honor

Kurt Warner may not be able to take grasp of his inclusion in the Hall of Fame, but others reflect on his story that brought him there.
7 years ago
Freshman kicker Brandon Ruiz gets set for a kickoff run through on Wednesday at Camp Tontozona. (Ph...
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ASU freshman kicker impresses in preseason camp

Brandon Ruiz was the top ranked high school kicker in the nation last season. Now, he’ll take the field for the Sun Devils.
7 years ago
China McCarney, the Founder of Athletes Against Anxiety and Depression (Photo Courtesy of China McC...
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‘I didn’t want to get out of bed’: Athletes battle mental health issues, too

PHOENIX — Jonathan Meldrum, a former offensive lineman at Syracuse, struggled through his sophomore year in college. “I didn’t want to wake up, I didn’t want to get out of bed and I felt physically ill every single day.” After battling depression in high school, he took antidepressants, saw counselors and therapists and eventually managed […]
7 years ago
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As eSports grow, gamers hopes to see more support from ASU

After the success of Heroes of the Dorm, a collegiate eSport national competition, many universities created eSport programs and scholarships.
7 years ago
Jacob Gonzalez talks about why he is excited to be in the San Francisco Giants organization (Photo ...
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Hot-hitting Jacob Gonzalez hoping to forge own MLB path

Jacob Gonzalez is off to a great first half of the Arizona League season. He is following his father’s footsteps to become a great baseball player.
7 years ago
Jim Stille, long-time Kurt Warner fan displays a newspaper clipping from the Rams 1999 Super Bowl s...
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In Canton, excitement surrounds Kurt Warner’s Hall of Fame enshrinement

Fans are in Canton to take in Enshrinement Week and to celebrate the career of former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner.
7 years ago
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From hilltop dorms to speed of game, ASU freshmen adjusting

ASU football has many freshmen who are expected to contribute this season, and they are experiencing an adjustment.
7 years ago
Phoenix Rising FC players go through their new stretching routine after a morning practice. (Photo ...
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A bit of a stretch: That’s what Phoenix Rising does to keep its players healthy

Phoenix Rising coach Patrice Carteron hopes the team’s new focus on stretching will help his players stay healthy for the rest of this season and beyond.
7 years ago
Coach Naomi Lupe of the T3 Natives talks with players during a timeout at the Lori Piestewa Nationa...
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Lori Piestewa Native American Games honor legacy of fallen soldier

For the past 15 years, the Lori Piestewa National Native Games has had people from across the country come to compete and honor the late Lori Piestewa
7 years ago
Two ASU defenders practice tackling drills during the first day of Camp Tontozona. (Photo by Asia W...
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‘It doesn’t bother me’: ASU football players react to eye-opening CTE study

New findings see that of 111 deceased NFL players brains, 110 of them had CTE.
7 years ago
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Manny Wilkins is ASU’s starting quarterback … but for how long?

ASU football has a deep quarterback core going into the 2017 season.
7 years ago
ASU players huddle around coach Bobby Hurley during Tuesday afternoon’s practice in Tempe. (Photo...
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European trip is all business for ASU basketball

ASU basketball heads to Europe for nine days to play three professional teams, experience new cultures and build team chemistry within their young roster.
7 years ago
University of Phoenix Stadium hosted the Gold Cup for the second time in three years. (Photo by Joh...
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Phoenix Rising hopes Gold Cup success helps MLS cause

Phoenix Rising hopes that the Valley’s recent success in hosting soccer tournaments, including this year’s Gold Cup, will help their bid for a spot in MLS.
7 years ago
Suns owner Robert Sarver addresses the need to renovate Talking Stick Resort Arena or find a new ho...
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Suns owner Sarver eyeing new arena in quest to return team to prominence

Suns owner Robert Sarver says the franchise must either renovate Talking Stick Resort Arena or find a new home in order to return to NBA prominence
7 years ago
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Kurt Warner’s journey to Hall of Fame includes wife by his side

Following an unlikely path to a Hall of Fame career, Kurt Warner reflects on the story he’s able to share.
7 years ago
Arizona State football players use the benches in the brand new weight room on Wednesday (Photo by ...
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New facilities, same motivation as ASU unveils new weight room

The new weight room at Sun Devil Stadium has given a boost to the ASU Football program
7 years ago
Pittsburgh Penguins assistant coach Rick Tocchet talks with linesman Steve Barton (59) during the t...
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New Coyotes coach Tocchet thrilled to return to ‘exciting hockey market’

The Coyotes hired Rick Tocchet, who previously played and coached in the organization.
7 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt waits to bat against the Cincinnati Reds on Jul...
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All-Star game represents more than baseball for attending D-backs

Two first-time All-Stars in Jake Lamb and Robbie Ray will highlight a group of four for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Miami.
7 years ago
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Carteron’s unique journey takes him to Phoenix Rising

After coaching teams across the world, Patrice Carteron joined Didier Drogba and Phoenix Rising to lead them to success and bring an MLS team to Phoenix.
7 years ago
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Hundreds turn out to remember ‘bigger than life’ Kush

Number of former ASU football players flooded inside the church of the public viewing to see their former coach Frank Kush and reflect on his legacy.
7 years ago
Mike James (middle) signed his first NBA contract with the Suns and will compete in his second Summ...
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After stops including Eastern Arizona, Croatia, Italy, James back with Suns

Point guard Mike James gets second chance with Suns after successful 5-year career overseas.
7 years ago
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De La Rosa brings more to Diamondbacks than just success in bullpen

After nine seasons as a starting pitcher for the Colorado Rockies, veteran Jorge De La Rosa has taken on a new role for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
7 years ago
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Growth in Arizona hockey evident in Coyotes prospect camp invitees

Three prospects from Arizona attended Coyotes development camp this week, showing continued growth of hockey in the Valley
7 years ago
Ian Kinsler and Rich Harden, two notable alumni of Central Arizona baseball. (Photo by Eddie Poe/Cr...
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Arizona junior colleges provide viable route to professional baseball

Arizona is home to a tradition of developing baseball talent. Most have taken the traditional route, while others have followed a different path.
7 years ago
Arizona Cardinals guard Kaleb Johnson signs a flag for military veteran at the “Salute to Service...
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Cardinals visit Phoenix VA to acknowledge vets

The Arizona Cardinals and USAA paid a visit to VA Phoenix hospital to show appreciation for US veterans by signing autographs and taking pictures.
7 years ago
Arizona State University will host the NCAA Golf Championships at Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale ...
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ASU golf hopes Valley becomes permanent home for NCAA championship

Arizona State University will partner up with Grayhawk Golf Club to host the NCAA Golf Championship for a three year run starting in 2020.
7 years ago
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Frank Kush’s legacy far greater than winning football games

Frank Kush was defined by his accomplishments and controversies but his impact on the growth of Arizona State as a university should be his greatest legacy.
7 years ago
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Coyotes’ extreme makeover continues with two more trades

The Arizona Coyotes have been in the middle of a remodeling project with the team and it continued Friday with two key trades.
7 years ago
Josh Jackson (left), Alec Peters (center) and Davon Reed (right) hold up Suns jerseys with the numb...
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Suns pick Jackson addresses ‘two mistakes,’ promises versatility

Phoenix Suns top draft pick Josh Jackson addresses his two mistakes and promises to add his versatility and competitive edge to the team’s young core.
7 years ago
Glen Haisley Jr is a undersized guard that models his game after his father. (Photo by Alexis Raman...
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Like father, like son: Two generations of Haisleys tied to Rattlers

A father and a son both have played guard for the Arizona Rattlers and their bond highlights the son's journey to a chance at winning a championship with the Rattlers.
7 years ago