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As playoffs loom for Mercury, so does the end for Taurasi

As playoffs loom for Mercury, so does the end for Taurasi

Worst season-opener blowouts in Arizona Cardinals history

Worst season-opener blowouts in Arizona Cardinals history

Top Phoenix sports bars to watch the Arizona Cardinals

By Tirion Boan and Sara Crocker
Sep 4, 2024

Looking to cheer on the Arizona Cardinals? These Phoenix sports bars are a winning choice.
Phoenix Grass League golf hosts night tournaments under the lights

By Jack Reeves | Cronkite News
Aug 31, 2024

The new league offers both professional and amateur competitions, with thousands of dollars in prizes up for grabs.
This ASU player has one of the best names in college football

By Zach Buchanan
Aug 30, 2024

DraftKings put out its All-Name team, and a Sun Devils defensive lineman makes the cut.
Por Promotions brought lucha libre action to Bull Shooters in Phoenix

By Benjamin Leatherman
Aug 27, 2024

Check out all the epic matches and high-flying fun.
Chase Field to host golfing experience in December

By Jennifer Goldberg
Aug 21, 2024

Tee off and enjoy food, drink and music at the baseball stadium.
Could the Valley host the Olympics someday? Phoenix Reddit sounds off

By Morgan Fischer
Aug 19, 2024

Phoenix is a seasoned host of big-time sporting events, but the idea that it could manage an Olympics left Reddit laughing.
Here’s how Arizona’s athletes did in the Paris Olympics

By Brendon Kleen
Aug 14, 2024

Team USA athletes with connections to the Grand Canyon State won 10 Olympic medals in 2024.
Simone Biles to headline gymnastics tour coming to Phoenix

By Jennifer Goldberg
Aug 12, 2024

Fresh off their Olympic wins, see gymnastics stars Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Stephen Nedoroscik and more.
Break dancing’s Olympic debut brings street culture to the world stage

By Devon Henderson | Cronkite News
Aug 9, 2024

The Olympics' newest sport is inspiring a new generation of athletes.
Cotton Candy Burrito? 6 wildest foods to try at Cardinals games

By Tirion Boan
Aug 8, 2024

Try a cotton candy burrito, hoagie on a stick and more new food items at State Farm Stadium.
Spinato's named Arizona Cardinals official pizza

By Tirion Boan
Aug 7, 2024

The local restaurant will open inside State Farm Stadium this fall.
Skateboarding gives Native community outlet for artistry and heritage

By Brianna Chappie | Cronkite News
Jul 30, 2024

Skateboarding is a thriving subculture in Indigenous communities.
Go Big Red! Cardinals' stadium named cheapest in the NFL

By Zach Buchanan
Jul 26, 2024

The Cardinals haven't been very good. But it costs less to see a game at State Farm Stadium than at any other NFL field.
Pickleball facility The Picklemall closes Tempe location after a year

By Jennifer Goldberg
Jul 22, 2024

The indoor pickleball space inside Arizona Mills will move its operation to East Mesa.
Lylo Swim Club's WNBA watch party was a swish-splashing good time

By Danielle Cortez
Jul 21, 2024

Togethxr, the media company founded by women's hoops legend Sue Bird, organized a pool-set bash for the All-Star Game.
How ex-Suns player Cam Payne’s 911 call ended in his own arrest

By Zach Buchanan
Jul 19, 2024

Police responded to a June call from the NBA guard at his Scottsdale home, arresting him when he allegedly gave a fake name.
Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi ranked No. 21 athlete of century

By Zach Buchanan
Jul 19, 2024

ESPN ranked no WNBA player higher, and several Valley legends — Steve Nash, James Harden, Chris Paul — ranked much lower.
Phoenix Mercury, local artist collaborate on sports mural

By Anne-Marie Iemmolo | Cronkite News
Jul 18, 2024

Antoinette Cauley created a mural and repainted basketball courts with silhouettes of players and beautiful desert imagery.
Pitbull will be halftime performer at Phoenix WNBA All-Star Game

By Jennifer Goldberg
Jul 16, 2024

The midgame entertainment for the event, which will be held Saturday at Footprint Center, is Mr. Worldwide himself.
WNBA All-Star Game guide: All the events to know about around Phoenix

By Brendon Kleen
Jul 15, 2024

Phoenix is hosting its third WNBA All-Star Game, and it promises to be the biggest yet. Here's what's going on around town.