Sports

Fowler Earns National Player of Week Honor

cruzj — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:13:51 -0700

Arizona Wildcats pitcher Kenzie Fowler earned the honor after pitching 21 scoreless innings last week. The Wildcats are currently ranked No. 2 in the country.

Arizona's Postseason Road Begins Thursday

Jeff Harrison — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Cats postseason hinges on whether they can overcome a season of inconsistencies to win the Pac-10 tournament.

Wildcats Earn Top Honors

La Monica Everett-Haynes — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Arizona's Derrick Williams has been named to Sporting News' All-Freshman Team. Also, he and Nic Wise earned All-Pac-10 Honors.

From Court to Slopes, Nichols a Fast Learner

leverett — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:30:52 -0700

UA alumna Alana Nichols played on the wheelchair basketball team during her time as a University student-athlete. Nichols, who is now a downhill racer, is preparing for the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Canada.

Does Your Kid Have the DNA of a Sports Superstar?

leverett — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:54:09 -0700

While researchers are evaluating genetics behind sports performance, coaches for Arizona Athletics, Dr. Scott Goldman and Dr. Giovanni Bosco weigh in on the conversation. Dr. Bosco, who chairs the UA's genetics graduate interdisciplinary program, warns that far more research is required to understand why some have strong athletic abilities over others.

Arizona Tops Final CSCAA Poll

leverett — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:42:11 -0700

The UA men's swimming and diving team placed first in the final men's College Swimming Coaches Association/CollegeSwimming.com Division I Poll.

New Fund Establishes Sports Management Program at UA

Jeff Harrison — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The UA Eller College will be home to a new university minor in sports management available to students across campus. The program was created by the Seebohm Fund for Sports Management Educational Excellence, a gift from Brent Seebohm.

A Devil of a Time at McKale

Jeff Harrison — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Wildcats are hoping to notch Sean Miller's third win against his former mentor and now ASU head coach Herb Sendek.

Arizona Looks to Reignite With a Win Against Oregon

Jeff Harrison — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Wildcats play five of their remaining seven games at home in a season where no one in the Pac-10 has yet been able to break away.

UA Responds to NCAA Notice of Allegations

Johnny Cruz — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The University initiated the investigation, is cooperating fully with the NCAA and is self-imposing sanctions and corrective measures.

Cats, Huskies Start Second Half of Conference Season

Jeff Harrison — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Arizona looks to solidify its hold on first place in the Pac-10 with a trip to Washington and Washington State this week.

Wildcats to Face Stanford in Battle of 2nd Place Teams

Jeff Harrison — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The UA and Stanford each come into McKale Center on a two-game win streak, with the Wildcats having blistered ASU's vaunted defense last week.

New Manager Seen as Breath of Fresh Air for Astros

cruzj — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:14:05 -0700

Brad Mills, the new manager of the Houston Astros, was a member of the Arizona Wildcat baseball team in the 1970s. His teammate, Terry Francona, is currently the manager of the Boston Red Sox.

Arizona Out to Break ASU Streak

Jeff Harrison — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Saturday's matchup in Tempe finds the Wildcats looking to improved its position in the Pac-10 standings.

Defensive Specialist Joins UA Football Staff

Jeff Harrison — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Veteran defensive coach Greg Brown brings years of experience from the NFL and the collegiate ranks to the UA staff.

Wildcats Open Pac-10 Home Schedule

Jeff Harrison — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The Wildcats come in to Friday's game on the heels of a win against UCLA to face one of the best shooters in the country in WSU's Klay Thompson.

Chelokee to Stand at University of Arizona

cruzj — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:36:31 -0700

Chelokee, a champion horse from Kentucky, has been donated to the UA's Equine Center for its Thoroughbred breeding program.

2010 Football Schedule Set

Johnny Cruz — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0700

The slate will include seven home games and two games have already been confirmed for national television.

Holiday Bowl Events Tailored to Arizona Fans

Johnny Cruz — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The UA Alumni Association is hosting several events for Wildcat fans and alumni during this year's Holiday Bowl in San Diego.

Livengood Accepts UNLV Athletics Director Post

Johnny Cruz — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Kathleen "Rocky" LaRose will serve as interim athletics director.

UA Sells Out Holiday Bowl Tickets

cruzj — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:14:07 -0700

Arizona has sold out its 11,000-seat allotment of Holiday Bowl tickets within two days of accepting an invitation ot the game. The Wildcats will face Nebraska on Dec. 30 in San Diego.

Wildcats to Face Nebraska in Holiday Bowl

Johnny Cruz — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The 2009 Pacific Life Holiday Bowl will be played in San Diego, Calif., on Dec. 30.

Arizona-Southern Cal Preview

cruzj — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 13:19:05 -0700

Both the Arizona Wildcats and the USC Trojans have a lot riding on Saturday's game in Los Angeles.

Balance, Maturity Top Aspects of '09 Team

jeffh — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:21:11 -0700

Four women vollyball players earned honorable mention honors from the Pac-10 Conference on Monday. The team is headed to its first NCAA tournament in four years and will play a first-round match against Texas A&M University this Friday.

A Look at UA's Bowl Possibilities

cruzj — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:06:44 -0700

Coming off an emotional 20-17 win over Arizona State, the Arizona Wildcats remain eligible for five bowl games.