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Arizona men’s basketball destroys Embry-Riddle in final exhibition

There probably won’t be any 71-point blowouts come next week. Arizona finished up its preseason exhibition slate with a 113-42 win over Embry-Riddle on Monday night at McKale Center, a far less effortless victory than the one nine days earlier against Saint Mary’s. It was the last tune-up before the regular season opener Nov. 3 […]

5 months ago | 4 reads

What Brent Brennan said at his press conference to open Colorado week

Arizona got a much needed week off after back-to-back heartbreaking losses to BYU and Houston, teams that have kept on winning and are a combined 15-1 this season. The focus has fully shifted to this week’s opponent, Colorado, but during the bye the lingering effects of those previous games was still being felt. “They’re pissed […]

5 months ago | 4 reads

Friday Night Lights 2025 Edition #4

Arizona is coming off its second bye week and now hits the stretch run with five games in five weeks as it pushes for bowl eligibility. But the UA isn’t the only team or players that fans are interested in. The 21 commits that Arizona has in the 2026 and 2028 (!!) classes are also […]

5 months ago | 1 read

Arizona soccer held scoreless in 7th straight loss

It’s been the story of the season for Arizona soccer, especially since Big 12 play started. The Wildcats once again put in a solid defensive effort but could get nothing going on the offensive end in a 1-0 loss to No. 22 Colorado. Arizona head coach Becca Moros once again used an unusual lineup, putting […]

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5 months ago | 1 read

Arizona football opens as small favorite vs. Colorado

For the second time this season, Arizona football enters a road game coming off a bye week. The opponent this time around should be more manageable. Arizona has opened as a 5.5-point favorite for its road contest at Colorado Saturday, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Kickoff time for the game is set for 4 p.m. MST, […]

5 months ago | 2 reads

Arizona volleyball can’t overcome ASU’s defense in 4-set loss

It definitely wasn’t the preparation you want when you’re facing a top 10 team. Arizona volleyball was in Ames playing Iowa State Thursday night and back in Tucson to play No. 6 ASU on Saturday evening. Meanwhile, the Sun Devils have been home practicing and resting in Tempe after having a week off. In the […]

5 months ago | 3 reads

Arizona makes final three schools for top 2026 recruit Cameron Williams

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd and his coaching staff have the Wildcats in the mix as finalists for one of the top high school players in the nation. Class of 2026 five-star forward Cameron Williams announced Friday that his recruitment is down to Arizona, Duke and Texas. The 6-foot-11 Williams plays for St. Mary’s High […]

5 months ago | 3 reads

Arizona softball shows its power in third week of fall ball

Arizona softball had another 2-0 fall doubleheader, as was expected. Both Central Arizona and Phoenix College had moments of success against the Wildcats, but neither of the junior college programs could hang for long. Arizona defeated CAC 15-0 in six innings and PC 19-1 in five. Both games were played under modified rules. Arizona’s offensive […]

5 months ago | 2 reads

LeBron James wears son Bryce’s Arizona jersey on Lakers bench

LeBron James knows a thing or two about product placement and celebrity endorsements. On Friday night, he gave the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball program a solid by wearing his son Bryce’s Arizona jersey to the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. LeBron, who is sitting on the bench to begin the season due […]

5 months ago | 8 reads

Iowa State ends Arizona volleyball’s 3-game winning streak

It was a big match for the Arizona Wildcats. They went to Ames, IA tied with Iowa State at 5-2 in the Big 12 standings. Despite a strong showing by sophomore Carlie Cisneros in the third set, the Cyclones dominated the Wildcats on both offense and defense to take the 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 25-23) win […]

5 months ago | 3 reads

Arizona soccer falls at home to No. 9 TCU for 6th straight loss

Arizona soccer was looking to stop its 5-game losing streak against No. 9 TCU in a pink out game on Thursday night. The Wildcats would ultimately fall 1-0 to the Horned Frogs at Mulcahy Stadium. While Arizona (7-10, 2-7 Big 12) may have lost, coach Becca Moros was still proud of her team for competing […]

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5 months ago | 5 reads

Noah Fifita named to Manning Award watch list

From the Manning Passing Academy to a candidate for the award named after the family. Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita has been added to the watch list for the Manning Award, given annually to college football’s top passer. Fifita, a redshirt junior, has thrown for 1,829 yards and 17 touchdowns in seven games this season. He […]

5 months ago | 4 reads

Arizona softball releases Big 12 schedule

The Arizona Wildcats had a very favorable schedule in its first season as a member of the Big 12. That means the softball schedule for year two won’t be quite as friendly. The conference released the 2026 slate on Thursday afternoon. Arizona will play four home series and four road series. With 11 teams in […]

5 months ago | 5 reads

Arizona volleyball finds ways to battle Big 12 schedule, travel

It’s bad enough to have just one day to get ready for a top 10 team. It’s even worse if you have to play one match then travel over 1,400 miles to play a top 10 team. It’s worse yet if you have to play one match then travel over 1,400 miles from a city […]

5 months ago | 3 reads

5 things we’ve learned from Arizona football’s first 7 games

Arizona is in the middle of its second bye week of the season. Sitting at 4-3, it’s perhaps in a little bit better of a position than people thought it would be back in August. However, the Wildcats are coming off two heartbreaking losses, where they were in positions to go win both of those […]

5 months ago | 9 reads