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Former Arizona Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald joined former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees for a game of pickleball in January 2023.

In a pickle: Major League Pickleball launches season in Mesa

Feb 5, 2023 The popular recreational game, which has been described as a combination of tennis, ping-pong and badminton, now has become a fast-growing professional sport.

Swimmer Ty Wells shown in competition.

UA swimmer dies of bacterial infection

Feb 3, 2023 No connection to COVID or vaccine in ME's statement.

Arizona has embraced the legalization of sports betting, and sites including FanDuel at Footprint Center have helped the state become second fastest in the nation to reach a billion dollars in total wagers.

The Buzz: Sports Betting in Arizona

Jan 27, 2023 Arizona has always been a destination for major sporting events, but those within the state now also have the ability to gamble on the outcomes of those games.

World View headquarters outside of Tucson.

Pima County cuts new deal with World View

Jan 10, 2023 Previous lease with near-space exploration firm was "unconstitutional."

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton shoots over Los Angeles Lakers center Thomas Bryant (31) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Dec. 19, 2022, in Phoenix.

Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Suns, Mercury for $4 billion

Dec 20, 2022 The sale is expected to take several weeks to complete.

Wilbur the Wildcat waves a UA "Block A" flag before an exhibition match between the University of Arizona men's basketball team and Chico State on Nov 5, 2017.

UA Men's Basketball avoids harshest sanctions for NCAA violations

Dec 14, 2022 Imposed penalties do not go much beyond those the program self-imposed

The Arizona Cardinals rank first in the NFL for fan experience, according to one study.

Price is right: Arizona Cardinals deliver most affordable fan experience, study says

Nov 27, 2022 The Las Vegas Raiders were the most costly for fans.

Cyclists ride in the 2017 El Tour de Tucson.

Thousands prepare for 2022 El Tour de Tucson

Nov 18, 2022 Bicyclists will ride in the longest-running event of its kind in Arizona.

Arizona has embraced the legalization of sports betting, and sites including FanDuel at Footprint Center have helped the state become second fastest in the nation to reach a billion dollars in total wagers.

6-week convergence of major sporting events could make Arizona betting capital of the world

Oct 16, 2022 College football, the Super Bowl, and golf are all headed to Arizona in early 2023.

Northern Arizona swimmer Emma Warner continues to inspire teammates as she battles papillary thyroid cancer.

‘Conquer that mountain’: NAU swimmer Emma Warner uses battle with cancer as motivation

Oct 9, 2022 Surgery and treatment did not put her dreams on hold.

Arizona State coach Herm Edwards looks toward the scoreboard with his team his down against Eastern Michigan during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz.

Herm Edwards fired at ASU

Sep 18, 2022 The change came after Saturday's loss.

Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver watches the team play against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Dec. 11, 2019. The NBA has suspended Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury owner Robert Sarver for one year, plus fined him $10 million, after an investigation found that he had engaged in what the league called “workplace misconduct and organizational deficiencies." The findings of the league's report, published Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022, came nearly a year after the NBA asked a law firm to investigate allegations that Sarver had a history of racist, misogynistic and hostile incidents over his nearly two-decade tenure overseeing the franchise.

Suns owner Sarver suspended 1 year, fined $10M after probe

Sep 13, 2022 The NBA said he engaged in "workplace misconduct and organizational deficiencies."

Arizona guard Aari McDonald, left, celebrates with head coach Adia Barnes at the end of a women's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game against Connecticut Friday, April 2, 2021, at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Arizona won 69-59.

Aari McDonald returning to UA

Sep 8, 2022 She will continue to play in the WNBA.

Concern over traumatic brain injuries has contributed to a dip in participation of youth football.

Football’s future comes to a head with concussion concerns among Arizona parents

Sep 4, 2022 Parents are worried about long-term injuries.

A mural welcoming visitors to Willcox is located across the street from the city's Historic Railroad Avenue Park.

Willcox Flyer celebrates 10 years

Sep 2, 2022 The annual bike event celebrates life and raises money for charity.

Lute Olson coaching.

Remembering Lute: Two years after his death

Aug 28, 2022 Olson remains important figure to former players.

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