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Category: Olympics

Leon Marchand has returned to his hometown of Toulouse, France, to train before an Olympics that will feature an international spotlight. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Former ASU swimmer Léon Marchand looks to follow in Michael Phelps’ footsteps, dominate Paris Olympics

by Adnan Alam Jul 24, 2024Jul 25, 2024
Nate Bjorkgren has had many coaching stops, including with the Indiana Pacers and Phoenix Suns, but some of his fondest memories come from when he led the Cactus Shadows High School team. Now he's the associate coach for Canada. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Former Cactus Shadows, Suns coach Nate Bjorkgren takes Olympics stage with Team Canada

by Adnan Alam Jul 24, 2024Jul 24, 2024
Spectators view the Eiffel Tower and Olympic rings along the Seine river in Paris, France. The city is gearing up to host the XXXIII Olympic Summer Games and made cleaning the Seine a priority. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Could 2024 Paris Olympics be blueprint of sustainability for cities across the globe?

by Rian Bosse Jul 23, 2024Jul 24, 2024
Phoenix Mercury stars Brittney Griner, left, and Kahleah Copper turn their attention from the 2024 WNBA regular season to winning gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. (Photo by Grace Hand/Cronkite News)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Golden goal: Mercury players, Team USA pack lessons from WNBA All-Star weekend for Paris Olympics

by Adnan Alam Jul 22, 2024Jul 22, 2024
Tucson's Daleny Vaughn leads a pack of riders during the UCI BMX Racing World Championships. She is on her way to the Paris Olympics due in part to great family support. (Photo by David Jensen/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

‘I’m a pretty sore loser’: BMX pro and Tucson native Daleny Vaughn set for Paris Olympics with support from family

by Rian Bosse Jul 22, 2024Jul 22, 2024
Caitlin Clark, left, and Angel Reese high-five after Clark dishes to Reese for her record-breaking 10th assist in Saturday's 2024 WNBA All-Star Game. (Photo by Grace Hand/Cronkite News)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Fan favorites Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese electrify sold-out Footprint Center in WNBA All-Star debuts

by Julia Thompson Jul 20, 2024Jul 22, 2024
Michael Phelps testifies before a U.S. House Energy and Commerce subcommittee to warn lawmakers about the lack of oversight of anti-doping agencies on June 25, 2024. (Screenshot from U.S. House hearing)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Without more oversight on doping, Olympics ‘might not even be there’ in future, gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps warns

by Adnan Alam Jun 26, 2024Jun 28, 2024
Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner speaks at a press conference after the announcement of her third Olympic Games selection. (Photo by Grace Hand/Cronkite News)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

From Russian detention to Team USA: Brittney Griner’s third Olympic selection marks return to international stage

by Adnan Alam Jun 24, 2024Jul 16, 2024
Averaging 24 points for the Phoenix Mercury, Kahleah Copper’s outstanding season performance underscores her readiness for the 2024 Olympics. (Photo by Shirell Washington/Cronkite News)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

From North Philly to Paris: Kahleah Copper’s road to 2024 Olympics a journey of tears, setbacks and success

by Adnan Alam Jun 12, 2024Jun 12, 2024
More and more cheer teams are coed, just like the University of Western Ontario’s cheer team. Despite the athleticism involved, cheerleading is still struggling to be accepted as a sport. (Photo courtesy of David-Lee Tracey).
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

Give me an R! Snubbed by Olympics again, cheerleading continues quest for respect

by Adnan Alam Jun 12, 2024Jun 12, 2024
Handball is one of the most popular sports in Europe. In the United States, the game is limited to a few clubs. (Photo courtesy of Marcos Domínguez)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

ASU’s Viva Kreis aims to elevate women’s sports, play for U.S. handball team in 2028 Summer Olympics

by Adnan Alam Mar 1, 2024Jun 13, 2024
Arizona State standout swimmer Léon Marchand focuses on NCAA success as he prepares to represent France in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics)
Posted in2024 Paris Olympics, Editor's Picks, Sports

ASU’s Léon Marchand preps for Pac-12, NCAA championships en route to second Olympic appearance

by Adnan Alam Feb 26, 2024Jun 13, 2024

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