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End of an era: Ray Anderson resigns as athletic director of ASU
Just two days ago, Ray Anderson stood on the sidelines of the Rose Bowl as Arizona State football players celebrated an upset of UCLA. The chants from visiting ASU fans, however, had nothing to do with the victory. “Ray, you suck! Ray, you suck!” The words were apparently a harbinger. On Monday, Anderson announced his resignation as vice president of university athletics, effective immediately[...]
Quo Vadis Wildcats and Sun Devils?
The NCAA blatantly lied to college sports fans for at least 60 years and likely more, about the sham of “amateur athletes” competing in the big money generators of college football and basketball.
Big Ten clears way for Oregon, Washington to join, sources say
The Big Ten has cleared the way for Oregon and Washington to apply for membership and join the conference, four people with familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday, dealing a crushing blow to the beleaguered Pac-12.
Native Americans in Arizona, elsewhere renew protests of Kansas City Chiefs mascot
A coalition of Native American groups from Arizona and other states who have lobbied the Kansas City Chiefs to abandon their mascot, logo and the fan-driven "tomahawk chop" said Thursday the team's return to the Super Bowl has emboldened them more than ever.
Super Bowl betting projected to reach $16 billion this year
A record 50.4 million American adults plan to bet on this year's Super Bowl, which will be held in Glendale on Sunday, wagering a total of $16 billion, while Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes urges football fans to use only legal sports betting websites and apps.
Voting bills unite faith leaders to oppose AZ Super Bowl
Faith leaders from around the country are calling for the NFL to move the 2023 Super Bowl out of Arizona, citing several bills they characterize as voter suppression. “We all... […]
Bill puts Arizona on track to end public financing of pro sports stadiums
Arizona is at the forefront of a new legislative effort to outlaw public dollars from financing private stadiums for professional sports teams.
Economic impact of college championship game is highest yet in Arizona
The 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship game generated far more money for the Arizona economy than any of Arizona’s previous college football championship games, according to a study by Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business.
House approves “academic intervention” bill
Students with poor grades may have to buckle down on their studies before they can play in the football game or dance on the cheerleading team if a bill approved by the House on March 4 becomes law.
Panel okays bill that would remove any doubt about legality of fantasy sports
A measure approved by the Senate’s Commerce, Energy and Military Committee on Wednesday would clarify that fantasy sports are games of skill, not chance.
Former Cardinals player running for Legislature
Football fans in the Ahwatukee area may have a familiar name representing them in the Legislature next year.
Former Arizona Cardinals defensive end Michael Bankston is running for the House in District 20.
