
2026 U.S. Open Basketball Championships Return to Mesa, Arizona
The 2026 U.S. Open Basketball Championships will unfold in Mesa, Arizona, showcasing top talent and delivering a substantial economic boost.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Mesa, Arizona, United States across Basketball, Baseball, Soccer.

The 2026 U.S. Open Basketball Championships will unfold in Mesa, Arizona, showcasing top talent and delivering a substantial economic boost.

The 7th Annual Native American Jr. Nationals in Mesa brought together over 500 indigenous basketball teams from around the world, highlighting the sport’s deep cultural roots and its power as a lifeline for resilience.
Phoenix native Kate Faasse, a forward for the Houston Dash, discusses the rise of girls' soccer in Arizona and her support for an NWSL expansion that could bring a team to Mesa by 2028.

The Iowa Hawkeyes guard Dani Carnegie has been selected for the 2026 USA 3×3 Women’s Nations League Team, preparing to compete in Ñuñoa, Chile, from June 27 to July 3.

University of Iowa guard Dani Carnegie has been selected for the 2026 USA 3x3 Women’s Nations League Team, which will compete in Chile. The team includes five other NCAA Division I athletes and recently won the USA Basketball 3X Showcase.

The United States announces its 2026 roster, featuring Oregon’s Katie Fiso, who brings collegiate accolades and international experience to a tournament that will decide berths for the FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup in Wuhan.

Top guard Jalen Davis travels the country, impressing elite programs and seeking the right fit for his next basketball chapter.

Thousands of supporters gathered in Mesa, Arizona, to watch Turkey’s open training session, underscoring the growing enthusiasm for the 2026 World Cup and the unique cultural ties among Turkish‑American fans.

The Wyoming Cowboys have added nearly 50 players this offseason, retaining key talent while welcoming new faces like quarterback Tyler Hughes and offensive lineman Jeremiah Katt, who brings a perfect sack‑free record from Northern Arizona.

The Arizona Athletic Grounds will host a community day featuring Turkish food, live music, soccer activities and a chance to see Team Türkiye in action, with an Instagram giveaway for sold‑out practice tickets.

From the Portrait Gala in London to backyard grilling tips and baseball games in San Diego, the season’s early moments highlight both celebrity presence and community spirit.

The Tarleton State Texans are poised to defend their Western Athletic Conference Tournament crown as they prepare for a showdown against the Sacramento State Hornets on Saturday evening, aiming for a second consecutive championship.

Tarleton State’s baseball team has opened the WAC Tournament with a 9‑0 shutout, earned Coach of the Year honors, and will face California Baptist in a highly anticipated semifinal in Mesa, Arizona.

Washington State’s left‑hander Nick Lewis dominated the 2026 season, posting a 3.39 ERA and 54 strikeouts, and will now lead the Cougars into the Mountain West Tournament.

Abilene Christian secured a 5-3 victory over UT Arlington at Hohokam Stadium, driven by Xavier Melendez's two homers and Aidan Coleman's solid pitching.

With the regular season winding down, Sacramento State prepares to host Tarleton State in a pivotal three‑game series that could determine the Western Athletic Conference championship and tournament seeding.