Arizona’s 2026 Elite High School Football Landscape
Roye Oliver III tops the state rankings, while a host of other prospects prepare for a breakthrough year.
Jul 31, 2026
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Media Poll Forecasts Big 12 Outcomes, Arizona State on the Rise
A recent media poll organized by beat writers predicts Texas Tech to win the Big 12, with Arizona and Houston tied for third, while Arizona State climbs to seventh, reflecting a dramatic turnaround.
Jul 28, 2026
Arizona’s 2026 Preseason All-State Flag Football Team Celebrated at Fiesta Sports Foundation Kickoff
The Fiesta Sports Foundation has unveiled its 2026 preseason All‑State flag football team for Arizona, recognizing 29 standout girls from across the state’s four conferences. The honorees will be celebrated on August 21, with keynote remarks from Mike Gundy and Jack Swarbrick.
Jul 24, 2026
Big 12 Preseason Outlook: Predictions, Players and Playoff Hopes
The Big 12’s offseason drama centers on Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby, but the conference still forecasts a strong playoff push, highlighted by nine preseason All‑Big 12 selections, key awards for LJ Martin and Ben Roberts, and upcoming media days in Irving.
Jul 6, 2026
Former UC Star Kerr Kriisa Arrested in Multi‑Million Fraud Case
Federal authorities have taken former University of Cincinnati guard Kerr Kriisa into custody, linking him to a multimillion‑dollar fraud scheme that spans his college career.
Jul 5, 2026
College Football 27 Rankings Spotlight Top Quarterbacks
The latest preview of EA Sports' College Football 27 highlights a 95‑point rating for Oregon’s Dante Moore and a 90‑point tie between Arizona’s Noah Fifita and LSU’s Sam Leavitt, ahead of the game's release next month.
Jun 26, 2026
Legendary Hamilton Coach Mike Woods Announces Retirement After 28 Seasons
After 28 years at Hamilton High School, Coach Mike Woods steps down, leaving behind a legacy of ten state titles, over 150 Division I players, and a focus on relationships over accolades.
Jun 3, 2026
Arizona State Faces Ole Miss in Crucial Game 6 at Lincoln Regional
Arizona State must defeat Ole Miss on Sunday night to force a deciding game, while Ole Miss can clinch the regional with a victory. The matchup will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+.
May 31, 2026
Arizona State and West Virginia Set for Big 12 Baseball Semifinal
The Sun Devils and Mountaineers will clash at Surprise Stadium, with the game airing exclusively on ESPN+.
May 22, 2026