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Arizona signs beach volleyball coach Steve Walker to 2-year extension
When Arizona added beach volleyball as a sponsored sport in 2013, Steve Walker was the man it chose to get that program off the ground. A dozen years later, he’s still the guy. The UA has inked Walker to a 2-year contract extension through the 2028 season, which would be his 15th at the helm. […]
Wildcat Wrap: Arizona women’s tennis, track and field announce promotions
Editor’s note: With several sports going on, Wildcat Wrap serves as a recap that focuses on the Arizona programs that we do not have the time to cover on a regular basis but are certainly worthy of recognition. A pair of Arizona assistant coaches across different sports have received well-deserved promotions. Women’s tennis’ Jamie Schroer […]
Tommy Lloyd weighs in on Arizona’s NBA draft results
When Brayden Burries had his name called at the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday, one of the people he hugged immediately afterward was Tommy Lloyd. Dressed in a tan blazer and slacks, while the rest of Burries’ family donned black, Lloyd looked like as much like a proud parent as anyone else in the room. […]
Arizona men’s basketball lands commitment from Montenegrin big man Maksim Brnović
Euro Tommy is back at it. Arizona men’s basketball landed a commitment Friday from Montenegrin forward Maksim Brnović, a 6-foot-10 18-year-old who recently played for Lithuanian pro team Žalgiris II. Brnović’s commitment bolsters Arizona’s front court for the 2026-27 season and leaves one remaining scholarship. Jonathan Givony of Draft Express confirmed Brnović’s commitment on Friday. […]
3 Arizona players projected to go in 1st round of 2027 NBA Draft by ESPN
It took until the last pick, but Arizona had two players selected in the first round of an NBA Draft for the sixth time in school history. Based on one early projection, the Wildcats could top that number next year. ESPN’s early mock for the 2027 NBA Draft has three UA players going in the […]
Report: Arizona’s Anthony Dell’Orso to play for Kings in Summer League
Former Arizona guard Anthony Dell’Orso will get a shot at NBA Summer League next month. The Sacramento Kings have added Dell’Orso to their Summer League roster, ESPN’s Olgun Uluc reported Thursday. Dell’Orso played his last two years of college basketball at Arizona, where as a senior he averaged 8.5 points on 40.6 percent shooting. Dell’Orso […]
Former Arizona softball 3B Jenna Sniffen commits to Ole Miss
All three former Arizona Wildcats who entered the portal after the 2026 softball season now have new programs. Former UA third baseman Jenna Sniffen announced her commitment to Ole Miss on Thursday. Former Arizona catcher Emma Kavanagh announced her commitment to Virginia Tech on Tuesday. Former infielder/designated player Anyssa Wild committed to UCF on Wednesday. […]
Ex-Arizona guard Josh Green dealt to Timberwolves in trade involving LaMelo Ball
The 2026 NBA Draft finished up on Wednesday night, with three Arizona Wildcats getting picked and another signing a 2-way deal immediately afterward. But that’s just the start of the NBA’s typically insane offseason, with free agency just around the corner and several blockbuster trades likely to occur. One of those big trades dropped Thursday […]
Former Arizona baseball assistant Toby DeMello hired as Pacific head coach
Chip Hale’s decision to make a change at hitting coach was done with the best interests of Arizona’s program in mind. It ended up playing out well for the guy he let go, too. Former Arizona assistant Toby DeMello is expected to be hired as head coach at Pacific, according to D1Baseball’s Kendall Rogers. It […]
Arizona’s Tobe Awaka signs 2-way deal with Bulls, per report
There is precedent, both recent and in the past, of standout Arizona players going undrafted but still quickly finding their way into the NBA. Tobe Awaka will try to join that list. The reigning Big 12 Conference Sixth Man of the Year has signed a 2-way deal with the Chicago Bulls, according to ESPN’s Shams […]
2026 NBA Draft: Arizona’s Jaden Bradley selected by Raptors in 2nd round
Jaden Bradley is heading to the Six. The Arizona point guard was selected 50th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Bradley will play only a couple hours from where he grew up in Rochester, New York. The 6-foot-3 Bradley capped off a prolific collegiate career with a senior […]
Former Arizona softball designated player Anyssa Wild commits to UCF
Orlando isn’t the worst place for a young person looking to get out of her hometown for the first time. That’s where former Arizona designated player and Tucson native Anyssa Wild is headed. Wild announced her commitment to UCF on Wednesday. Wild played her prep ball for Salpointe Catholic just up the street from the […]
Report: Arizona softball hitting coach Amber Freeman will be hired by Texas
Two-time defending champs? A place where the head coach has a long-term commitment from administration? Good pay? The top conference in the sport? What’s not to like about Texas softball? Nothing, as far as Arizona hitting coach Amber Freeman is concerned. Softball America is reporting that Freeman will be the next assistant coach for the […]
Junior college offensive lineman James Aloisio commits to Arizona
Arizona has made great strides in putting together a solid recruiting class for 2027, hosting dozens of high school prospects the last few weekends and getting several to lock in commitments. Since the beginning of June the Wildcats have earned pledges from nine prep recruits including 4-star receiver Ty Johnson. But the junior college ranks […]
2026 NBA Draft: Arizona’s Koa Peat headed to Suns as final pick of 1st round
Mr. Arizona will get to begin his pro career in his home state. Arizona forward Koa Peat was taken 30th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night, the final selection of the first round. He was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks but is headed to the Phoenix Suns in a trade that also […]
What Bucks are getting from new draft pick Brayden Burries
With the 10th pick of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Milwaukee Bucks have selected Arizona guard Brayden Burries, whose offensive versatility and toughness should immediately translate to the pro level. Burries, a 6-foot-4 combo guard, made the most of his one season at Arizona, leading the Wildcats to their first Final Four in 25 years […]
Former Arizona softball catcher Emma Kavanagh commits to Virginia Tech
One of Arizona softball’s three transfers out of the program has a new home. Catcher Emma Kavanagh announced her commitment to Virginia Tech on Tuesday. Kavanagh came to Arizona after earning the NFCA Catcher of the Year honor her senior season in high school. She spent her two years as a Wildcat behind two other […]
5-in-5 rule approved by NCAA D1 Cabinet
The NCAA Division I Cabinet has unanimously approved the age-based eligibility rule commonly known as “five-in-five” according to an announcement by the NCAA on Tuesday morning. The rule will not officially be adopted until the end of meetings on Wednesday. The rule eliminates redshirts but allows all players to play for five years. Those years […]
Arizona lands 4-star SoCal wide receiver Ty Johnson
The Arizona Wildcats finished out their Official Visit Season this past weekend and now comes the Dead Period, which lasts until the end of July and no official visits can take place. Brent Brennan and Company had a successful June and on Tuesday, the work they put in this past weekend paid off. Ty Johnson, […]
Arizona baseball to open 2027 season in Shriners Children’s College Showdown in Texas
After having one of the worst seasons in school history, there won’t be any easing into the next one. Arizona is returning to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas to open the 2027 season, taking part once again in the Shriners Children’s College Showdown. It will be the Wildcats’ third appearance in the tourney in […]
2026 NBA Draft: Arizona primed to climb all-time 1st round pick list
Arizona has been having men’s basketball players drafted since before the NBA was a thing. The first Wildcat selected to play pro ball was Linc Richmond, who in 1948 was taken in the 4th round of the Basketball Association of America Draft, though he returned to the UA for one more season and never played […]
Former Wildcat Gabe York to play for Team USA in FIBA World Cup qualifying
Gabe York can check another box off his long and winding post-Arizona career. The former Wildcat guard has been named to Team USA’s qualifying squad for the 2027 FIBA World Cup. He’ll suit up for games next month in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. York, 32, most recently played for the Zhejiang Golden Bulls in […]
Where Brayden Burries, Arizona players are projected to land in final NBA mock drafts
The wait is almost over for former Arizona star freshmen Brayden Burries and Koa Peat. After leading the Wildcats to their first Final Four in 25 years, the duo are less than 48 hours away from achieving their dreams of joining the NBA. The 2026 NBA Draft takes place in New York City this week, […]
Top 5 Arizona coaching performances from 2025-26 season
The 2025-26 athletic calendar year has wrapped with many programs finding success in the post season. Several coaches led their respective programs to postseason appearances and improved seasons. As a result, a majority of the coaches have earned and signed contract extensions, a clear sign that they are part of the long term plans within […]
Top 5 Arizona women’s student-athletes from 2025-26 season
The 2025-26 athletic calendar year has wrapped with many programs finding success in the postseason. That success was due to many athletes having stellar seasons. Record breaking performances, game winning plays, and lifting programs to new heights. Here are the top five women’s student-athletes from the 2025-26 season: 1. Kelly Wetteland, Triathlon In just its […]
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