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Members of the Zona Zoo Crew smile for a picture during halftime at an Arizona football game.

What the ZonaZoo did this year to become even better

Jack Cooper
May 12, 2020
Arizona player tries to fake past Stanford during the Arizona-Stanford game on Jan. 13, 2019 at McKale Center. The Wildcats lost the game 78- 48. 

Take a look back at some of the best Arizona games of the year

Jack Cooper
April 30, 2020
While being under a high pressure, Nico Mannion (1) passing across court to Josh Green.

Nico Mannion is headed to the NBA Draft

Jack Cooper
April 7, 2020
After successfully dunking the ball, Zeke Nnaji (22) screams in happiness.

Freshman Zeke Nnaji to declare for the NBA Draft

Jack Cooper
March 28, 2020
Outside of the McKale Center.

Coronavirus: A sports timeline

Jack Cooper
March 12, 2020
Stone Gettings (13) looks to pass while being heavily defended by Washington's defense.

One down, three to go

Jack Cooper
March 11, 2020
Arizona freshman Nico Mannion dribbles past the Gonzaga defense during the first half of the Arizona- Gonzaga game.

The Pac-12 Tournament is all about redemption for Arizona

Jack Cooper
March 11, 2020
Wildcat waving to the photographers sitting on the sidelines.

Dylan Smith’s 19 points not enough to overcome large deficit

Jack Cooper
March 8, 2020
After stealing the ball from Washington State, Stone Gettings (13) quickly dribbles down the court.

Arizona men’s basketball goes on 26-0 second half, run to take down WSU

Jack Cooper
March 6, 2020
Sean Miller yells out calls to his players during the Arizona-Oregon game at McKale Center on February 22, 2020 in Tucson, Ariz.

Arizona men’s basketball drops third straight

Jack Cooper
March 1, 2020
Zeke Nnaji (22) jumps up to shoot the ball into the basket during the second half of the Arizona-Oregon State game.

Q&A: We talked with the Daily Bruin’s sports editor prior to Arizona’s game against UCLA

Jack Cooper
February 28, 2020
Wildcat Dylan Smith (3) jumps towards the basket while being defended by Chris Duarte (5).

Important numbers from Arizona’s homestand against the Oregon schools

Jack Cooper
February 24, 2020
While being under a high pressure, Nico Mannion (1) passing across court to Josh Green.

Arizona men’s basketball gets ready for one of their biggest homestands of the year

Jack Cooper
February 20, 2020
During a media timeout, Sean Miller talks with Stone Gettings (13) abotu his position on the court.

Arizona men’s basketball physically outmatched in loss against UCLA

Jack Cooper
February 9, 2020
During the second half, Arizona freshman Josh Green (0) continues to dunk against USC. The Wildcats defeated the Trojans 85-80.

Arizona men’s basketball holds on to beat USC and move into second in the conference

Jack Cooper
February 7, 2020
Arizona takes home a win in the McKale Center after defeating Omaha 99-49. 

The LA schools come to Tucson this week to face Arizona men’s basketball

Jack Cooper
February 6, 2020
Chase Jeter (4) dribbles the ball while being defended by Chico State during the Arizona-Chico State game at the McKale Center on Friday November 1 in Tucson. At halftime the score Arizona was down 32-31.

Has Stone Gettings cemented his starting spot?

Jack Cooper
February 3, 2020
Wildcat Zeke Nnaji (22) takes a breather after the referee calls a foul on Arizona.

A tale of two halves doom Arizona men’s basketball against ASU

Jack Cooper
January 26, 2020
The Arizona men's basketball team continues their winning streak by defeating Colorado 75-54. Next week, the Wildcats will be on the road and take on Arizona State University. 

Arizona men’s basketball can sweep ASU tonight in Tempe

Jack Cooper
January 25, 2020
Sean Miller thanks the crowd for continuously supporting the Arizona men's basketball team. 

Should Arizona men’s basketball fans be happy with where Miller has taken the program?

Jack Cooper
January 20, 2020
Wilbur taking selfies with Zona Zoo members Saturday's game vs Texas Tech. The wildcats won the night with a score of 28-14.

Get to know our spring 2020 sports editors

Jack Cooper and Jacob Mennuti
January 13, 2020
The McKale Center shortly before the UA v California meet on Jan. 26.

The most important sports dates of the spring

Jack Cooper and Jacob Mennuti
January 13, 2020
Arizona head coach Sean Miller.

Arizona men’s basketball smothers ASU in 28-point win

Jack Cooper
January 5, 2020
During the first few minutes of the Arizona vs Omaha game, freshman Josh Green (0) dunks the ball into the basket.

Arizona men’s basketball looks to put December behind them as they host ASU this weekend

Jack Cooper and Mark Lawson
January 2, 2020
Jemarl Baker jr. (10) looks to pass to his teammate duringhte first half of the Arizona vs Omaha game at the McKale Center on December 11, 2019.

Arizona’s furious rally not enough to take down Gonzaga

Jack Cooper
December 15, 2019
Christian Koloko (35) looks to the basket while dunking againist Omaha in the second half. The Wildcats defeated the Mavericks 99-49.

Arizona men’s basketball wins by 50 over Nebraska-Omaha

Jack Cooper
December 12, 2019
"Arizona men's basketball defeats Illinois 90-69 during their second game during their season. The Wildcats will take on San Jose State on November 14. 

Arizona men’s basketball hosts Gonzaga for biggest game of season so far

Jack Cooper
December 9, 2019
Khalil Tate during the game vs. Texas Tech. The wildcats won the night with a score of 28-14.

Arizona football drops another Territorial Cup

Jack Cooper
December 1, 2019
Arizona was defeated 41-40 against ASU, losing the territorial cup and bowl eligibility. 

Get ready for the 93rd edition of the Duel in the Desert

Jack Cooper
November 30, 2019
Arizona State beat Arizona 42-30 for the territorial cup on Nov. 25 at Sun Devil Stadium.

Staff predictions for Arizona football against ASU

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
November 30, 2019
Victorious members of the Arizona football team hoist the territorial cup into the air in celebration after Arizona's 56-35 win against ASU in Arizona Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2016.

Expect the unexpected this year in the Duel in the Desert

Jack Cooper
November 25, 2019
Arizona Wildcats defeat the South Dakota State Jackrabbits 71-64. At half, the Wildcats were trailing by three, but with the help of the Zona Zoo, the Wildcats continued their five game winning streak. 

Arizona men’s basketball rebounds from tough first half against South Dakota State

Jack Cooper
November 22, 2019
Arizona quarterback Grant Gunnell(17) looks to throw the ball to his teammate during the Arizona-Oregon State game on Saturday November 2 in Tucson.

Staff predictions for Arizona football against Utah

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
November 20, 2019
The Arizona Wildcats defeated the Oregon State Beavers 35-14 on Sep 22. The Wildcats are now 2-2 overall and are 1-0 in the Pac-12 conference.

Can Arizona football make a bowl game this season?

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
November 18, 2019
Wildcat Jemarl Baker Jr. (10) concentrates before shooting during the second half of the Arizona-New Mexico game at the McKale Center. The Wildcats defeated the Aggies 83-53

Arizona men’s basketball continues to dominate in the early season

Jack Cooper
November 17, 2019
Freshman Josh Green (0) jump sup to dunk the ball during the second quarter of the Arizona-San Jose State game at the McKale Center on Thursday November 14, 2019. The Wildcats defeated the Spartans 87-39.

Zeke Nnaji proves again why he’s the best player for Arizona men’s basketball

Jack Cooper
November 15, 2019
Arizona quarterback Khalil Tate looks to throw the ball down the field during the first half of the Arizona-Oregon State game on Saturday November 2 in Tucson.

Staff predictions for Arizona football against Oregon

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
November 15, 2019
Wildcat Christian Koloko (35) looks at the basket before taking a free thrown during the Arizona-Chico State game at the McKale Center on Friday November 1 in Tucson. At halftime the score Arizona was down 32-31.

Arizona men’s basketball hosts San Jose State

Jack Cooper
November 14, 2019
Arizona freshman Nico Mannion (1) looks to the basket before shooting during the second period of the Arizona-Illinois game on Sunday November 10.

The freshmen lead the way for Arizona men’s basketball against Illinois

Jack Cooper
November 11, 2019
Josh Green (0) jumps and shoots the ball in the first half of the Arizona-Northern Arizona game at McKale Center on Wednesday November 6 in Tucson Ariz.

Arizona men’s basketball hosts Illinois for an early-season test

Jack Cooper
November 10, 2019
Freshman Zeke Nnaji (22) jumps up and dunks the ball, giving Arizona another point. The Wildcats defeated the Lumberjacks 91-52.

Zeke Nnaji shows out in a big way for Arizona men’s basketball

Jack Cooper
November 7, 2019
Wildcat Nico Mannion (1) runs down the court during the Arizona-Chico State game at the McKale Center on Friday November 1 in Tucson. At halftime the score Arizona was down 32-31.

Arizona men’s basketball kicks off season against NAU

Jack Cooper
November 6, 2019
Arizona Men's Basketball Head Coach, Sean Miller, surveys the court during the Arizona-California game on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at the McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz.

Can Arizona basketball have two historical seasons this year?

Jack Cooper and Amit Syal
November 4, 2019
Outside of the McKale Center.

The Pac-12 conference is loaded and ready to shine this year

Jack Cooper
November 4, 2019
Arizona quarterback Grant Gunnell (17) runs down the field while being defended by OSU's Doug Taumoelau (42) during the Arizona-Oregon State game on Saturday November 2 in Tucson. Arizona lost to Oregon State 38-56.

Oregon State runs over Arizona football on Homecoming Weekend

Jack Cooper
November 3, 2019
Khalil Tate (14) passing the ball to J.J. Taylor (21) for a run play during the game vs Washington on October 12.

Staff predictions for Arizona football against Oregon State

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
November 1, 2019
Arizona freshman Grant Gunnell (17) spirals the ball down to his wide receiver, fro another Arizona touchdown. During the halftime of the Arizona-Northern Arizona University game the Wildcats lead 51-13.

Who should take over under center for Arizona football?

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, Daniel Philipsborn, Jacob Mennuti, and Austin Wales
October 28, 2019
Tucson Ariz.- A little boy swinging an Arizona wildcats flag on Sunday April 14, 2019 at Hi Corbett Field. The crowd would cheer him on.

Looking back at Arizona sports from 50 years ago

Jack Cooper
October 27, 2019
Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Jamarye Joiner (10) roars after his wide open touchdown during the Arizona Wildcats vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors college football game on Aug. 24. 2019, at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, HI. Photo by Mike Christy / Arizona Athletics

Staff predictions for Arizona football against Stanford

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
October 24, 2019
Wildcats running back to the lockerroom right after warm-ups. Tonights game is vs Texas Tech.

Staff predictions for Arizona football against USC Trojans

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
October 18, 2019
Jamarye Joiner (10) calling the ball out during the game vs Washington.

Arizona football falls to Washington after poor second-half performance

Jack Cooper
October 13, 2019
Finton Connolly (91) throwing up a WC at Arizona Stadium on Saturday September 28, 2019 in Tucson Ariz. Finton was so pumped Arizona beat UCLA 20-17

Staff predictions for Arizona football against the Washington Huskies

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
October 11, 2019
Finton Connolly (91) throwing up a WC at Arizona Stadium on Saturday September 28, 2019 in Tucson Ariz. Finton was so pumped Arizona beat UCLA 20-17

The top two teams in the Pac-12 South square off this weekend in Boulder

Jack Cooper
October 4, 2019
Samiri Springs (29) Safety pointing to the sky after he finished praying at Arizona Stadium on Saturday September 28, 2019 in Tucson Ariz. Arizona held on to beat UCLA 20-17.

Staff predictions for Arizona football’s road game against Colorado

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
October 3, 2019
Arizona freshman Zeke Nnaji (22) jumps over Nico Mannion (1) during the dunking competition before the start Red-Blue game.

Recap of what went down at Arizona’s Red/Blue game

Jack Cooper
September 28, 2019
Wildcats running back to the lockerroom right after warm-ups. Tonights game is vs Texas Tech.

Our staff’s predictions as Arizona football enters conference play 2-1

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
September 27, 2019
Wildcats running back to the lockerroom right after warm-ups. Tonights game is vs Texas Tech.

Looking ahead to Arizona football’s conference play

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
September 23, 2019
The University of Arizona's mascots, Wilbur and Wilma are seen at multiple UA events, such as football games and Bear Down Fridays. The identities of Wilbur and Wilma are kept secret until the last home basketball game.

Get to know our mascots Wilbur and Wilma

Jack Cooper and Amit Syal
September 23, 2019
The FDA will ban the sale of flavored JUUL pods and other flavored e-cigarettes if the companies cannot demonstrate they are able to stop underage consumption. While the motive looks honest, the FDA is just feeding its own pockets and the wishes of big tobacco.

OPINION: Juul’s are the better alternative

Jack Cooper
September 23, 2019
Khalil Tate gets ready to pass the ball during the second quarter of the Southern Utah vs. Arizona football game at the Arizona Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15. 

Staff predictions for Arizona football vs Texas Tech

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
September 12, 2019
Arizona won 49-45 against Cal during UA footballs first white game and first Pac-12 conference game at Arizona Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2014. Cal took the lead in the first quarter and maintained that lead through all four quarters except the last second of the 4th quarter. Arizona redshirt senior Austin Hill (29) caught the ball in the end zone when the time clock hit 0:00.

Five years since Arizona football’s last “White Out” and the ‘Cats get ready to do it again

Jack Cooper
September 9, 2019
Arizona junior Brian Casteel (5) tackles NAU player during the second quarter of the Arizona-Northern Arizona University game at Arizona Stadium on Saturday September 7, 2019 in Tucson Ariz. At halftime the Wildcats lead 51-13.

Arizona bounces back with impressive win over NAU

Jack Cooper
September 8, 2019
The Arizona Stadium filled with fans right before halftime at the UA-Oregon State game on Nov. 11.

Staff predictions for upcoming NAU game

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
September 5, 2019
Arizona Wildcats middle blocker Shardonee Hayes (3) attempts a spike during the Arizona Wildcats vs. Appalachian St. volleyball game 8/30/19 at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Photo by JB Barrera / for Arizona Athletics

Arizona Volleyball wins two out of three in Cactus Classic

Jack Cooper
September 2, 2019
Jamarye Joiner celebrates during the Hawai'i game.

Arizona football’s journey to a potential post-season

Jack Cooper and Amit Syal
August 29, 2019
Arizona Wildcats quarterback Khalil Tate (14) runs over Hawaii Warriors defensive back Khoury Bethley (5) during the Arizona Wildcats vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors college football game 8/24/19 at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu, HI. Photo by Mike Christy / Arizona Athletics

After a down year, can Khalil Tate get back to the Quarterback he once was?

Jack Cooper
August 29, 2019
Junior quarterback Khalil Tate (14) veers left after the Wildcats moved down the field against Arizona State on November 24th.

Staff predictions on Arizona football’s season

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
August 28, 2019
Running back J.J. Taylor eludes various Arizona State defenders in the game against Arizona State on Saturday, November 24th. 

Staff predictions on Arizona football’s season opener

Jack Cooper, Amit Syal, and Austin Wales
August 24, 2019
Photo by Beau Leone. Running back JJ on the sidelines during the Spring Football Game

Arizona Football travels to Hawaii for season opener

Jack Cooper
August 21, 2019
Arizona football kicker practices long distance kicking in the new Cole and Jeanne Davis Sports Center. 

Arizona Football less than a month away

Jack Cooper
July 25, 2019
The Arizona softball team celebrates after beating Ole Miss 9-1 to advance to the Women's College World Series. Team wears 'OKC Bound' hats as they take on Washington in Oklahoma City on Thursday May 30th as part of the opening for the College World Series. 

UA softball clears first game of WCWS

Jack Cooper
May 30, 2019
Khalil Tate took college football by storm becoming the first quarterback in Pac-12 history to rush for 1,000 yards. He was also in the conversation for the most prestigous award for any position, the Heisman Trophy.

Arizona Athletics Fall 2018 From A-Z

Jack Cooper
May 17, 2018
Arizona’s infield Nick Quintana (13) slides into second base during the Arizona-Stanford game on Saturday April 21 at Hi-Corbett Field in Tucson, Ariz.

Arizona drops heartbreaker to Stanford to lose their first series at home all year

Jack Cooper
April 22, 2018
Arizona's Micheal Flynn, Right Handed Pitcher (26), sends a fast ball down the lane. Game 2 of UA vs Bryant on Feb. 17, 2018 at Hi-Corbett Field in Tucson, Ariz.

Arizona vs No. 2 Stanford preview: Players to watch for and keys to the series

Jack Cooper
April 20, 2018
Juan Aguilera is a senior pitcher for Arizona's baseball team.

Juan Aguilera dominates as Arizona baseball beats BYU, 6-1

Jack Cooper
April 18, 2018
Alfonso Rivas (25) hits a triple and bats a runner into home adding the first point to the scoreboard at the bottom of the 3rd inning during the Arizona-New Mexico State game on Tuesday March 20 at Hi-Corbett Field in Tucson, Ariz.

Alfonso Rivas is the hero for Arizona as it beats Oregon State 6-5 in walk-off fashion to win series

Jack Cooper
April 9, 2018
Arizona's Ryan Haug kepts his eye on the ball during the Arizona-Washington State game at Hi Corbett field on Friday March 23 in Tucson Ariz.

Arizona baseball preparing for tough challenge against No. 4 Oregon State this weekend

Jack Cooper
April 6, 2018
Arizona's Tate Soderstrom runs to first during the Arizona-Washington State game at Hi Corbett field on Friday March 23 in Tucson Ariz.

Despite slow start, Arizona overpowers Nicholls State for third straight win

Jack Cooper
March 31, 2018
Arizona's Travis Moniot (5) slides into home base adding a point to the scoreboard during the opening game of the season against Bryant on Feb. 17, 2018 at Hi-Corbett Field, in Tucson, Ariz.

Arizona defeats Arizona State 6-2 for their fifth straight win

Jack Cooper
March 14, 2018
Arizona's pitcher Cody Deason throws a pitch from the mound.

Arizona baseball tops Bryant 4-0 in season opener

Jack Cooper
February 18, 2018
Arizona baseball's junior pitcher Avery Weems (27) throws a pitch from the mound during a game.

Avery Weems: From Community College to Division I

Jack Cooper
February 11, 2018
Arizona baseball game on April 2, 2017.

Arizona baseball 2018 season preview

Jack Cooper
February 10, 2018
Arizona Alumni Terry Francona (1977-80) watches his team warm up before the Arizona Alumni Baseball game.

UA baseball’s Terry Francona Hitting Center opens with alumni game

Jack Cooper
January 29, 2018
The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum class of 2018 press conference at the Regis Hotel in New York, N.Y. on Thursday, January 25, 2018. From left, Vladimir Guerrero, Trevor Hoffman, Chipper Jones and Jim Thome will be honored as part of the Hall of Fame's Induction Weekend July 27-30, 2018 in Cooperstown, N.Y.

Former Arizona Wildcat Trevor Hoffman selected to 2018 MLB Hall of Fame

Jack Cooper
January 25, 2018
Arizona's pitcher Cody Deason throws a pitch from the mound.

Deason, Rivas named top 2018 MLB draft prospects

Jack Cooper
January 17, 2018

Regents vote to keep cap

Luke Money
February 21, 2011
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