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After a rotator cuff injury cut short his senior campaign, Tre Smith is set to showcase his leadership and determination at the Big 12 Media Days, aiming to make the most of an extra year with the Arizona Wildcats.
A Mesa jury acquitted Peter Clabron III in the death of football player Jeremiah Aviles, concluding a case marked by disputed testimony and criticism of police work.
Canyon View High School’s boys basketball squad, led by coach Cory Duke, reached the semifinals of the AZPrreps365 tournament in Mesa, defeating Stockton Lincoln and Las Vegas Desert Pines before a 69‑55 loss to Redondo Union.
Gilbert Higley’s Nasim Eason announced his pledge to Arizona State on June 22, ending a brief stint with San Diego State and highlighting a recruiting class that also features three other elite in‑state prospects.
The annual Section 7 Basketball Team Camp in Mesa attracted 176 high school teams, highlighting standout players like Trey Terry and fueling a $70 million economic boost while awarding $30 million in scholarships.
The Turkish national soccer team held a high‑profile practice in Mesa, Arizona, drawing enthusiastic supporters and highlighting emerging talents ahead of the 2026 tournament.
The Turkish national team arrived in Mesa, Arizona, where roughly 100 supporters greeted them amid desert heat, ahead of a community event on June 8 and opening World Cup group play on June 13.
The Turkish men's national soccer team will train at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa from June 8, drawing thousands of visitors and an estimated $3 million in economic activity for the region.
Washington State erupted in celebration after a dominant 14-4 win over San Diego State in the Mountain West Tournament championship, marking the program’s first conference title since 1995 and securing a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2010.
Washington State secured its first Mountain West tournament title since 1995 with a 14-4 run-ruled victory over San Diego State, highlighted by a seven-run seventh inning and MVP Gavin Roy’s dominant performance.
The Falcons' surprising run to the semifinals ends in an 11‑8 loss, capping a season that exceeded preseason expectations.
Washington State erupted for five runs in the first two innings, defeating Air Force 5-1 at Sloan Park. Nick Lewis’s dominant pitching and key contributions from Gavin Roy and Ryan Skjonsby propel the Cougars into a pivotal matchup with San Diego State.
Washington State’s ace Nick Lewis delivered a career‑high 11 strikeouts, guiding the Cougars to a 5‑1 win over Air Force and a future clash with the Aztecs.
A clutch performance in the third inning and a timely sacrifice fly helped Sacramento State edge Utah Tech 5-3, advancing them to the title game against Tarleton State.
In a dramatic comeback at a neutral site in Arizona, the San Diego State Aztecs erased a 5-0 hole, scoring ten runs across the fourth through sixth innings to secure an 11-6 victory over New Mexico in the 2026 Credit Union 1 Mountain West Baseball Championship.
Tarleton State’s baseball team defeated California Baptist 5‑3 to advance to the Western Athletic Conference Championship, with key performances from Smeenk, Wendel and Phetluangsy.
The Lobos snapped a five‑game skid in the Mountain West Championship, highlighted by Ashby’s homer and a dominant pitching performance, setting up a Friday clash with San Diego State.
Tarleton State’s baseball team routed Sacramento State 9‑0 in the Western Athletic Conference quarterfinals, setting up a Friday semifinal against California Baptist.
The Falcons routed UNLV 17-2 in the tournament opener, stealing 11 bases, hitting four home runs and scoring in every inning except the seventh. Landon Boyd drove in six runs, while Gaines Estridge earned the win on the mound.
Five Washington State University baseball players receive All-Mountain West Conference honors, highlighting a 27-25 season and a upcoming tournament matchup.
The conference revealed its 2026 All-Conference teams and individual awards, highlighting exceptional players and coaches from across the league.
The Abilene Christian Wildcats, seeded fifth, are set to begin play in the 2026 Western Athletic Conference baseball tournament in Mesa, Arizona, with a chance at their first conference championship and NCAA Tournament spot since 2010.