Sports

Tired of being asked if he’s a Buccaneers fan, Mingus Union football head coach Robert Ortiz has gotten a new logo for Marauder football.

Covering Camp Verde High School sports in the spring was a treat but there was one aspect that left a bad taste in my mouth.

PHOENIX – As five former Arizona State golfers compete on an international stage at the British Open, their alma mater is preparing for its own big event.

The Camp Verde football and cheer camps are coming up this week.

Registration is currently open for both Men’s & Co-Ed divisions for the City of Cottonwood Parks & Recreation Fall Slow Pitch Softball Leagues!

Kick boxing is returning to Cornfest and with more than a hint a of local flavor.

Verde Valley Little League’s baseball juniors all-stars’ trip to the state tournament was only two games but thanks to lots of support they made a lot of memories.

PHOENIX – Despite orchestrating an offseason that has garnered widespread criticism, the Phoenix Suns continue to exude confidence when describing their long-term trajectory. As the franchise looks to secure its first winning record in six seasons, Phoenix’s front office assured onlookers that the moves they’ve made this summer will provide both immediate and long-term success.

SPOKANE, Wash. – The Northern Arizona University football team was ranked No. 6 in both the Big Sky Conference Coaches and Media Preseason Polls, which were announced on Monday morning during 2019 Big Sky Football Kickoff festivities by league officials.

The Cottonwood Clippers Swim Team has a record number of swimmers this year but still manages to maintain the camaraderie.

For one night it was Marauder versus Marauder at Mingus Union in an event that brought the Mingus football family closer together.

FLAGSTAFF – When Nick Hilton crammed everything he owned into his 1999 Volkswagen GTI back in 2012, he had only seen pictures of Flagstaff, the city that would soon be his home.

This week Mingus Union football held it annual kids camp with camp alumni instructing.

At a time when tourism is suffering from the effects of the recession, Weekend Wars Tournaments has been good for kids and good for Cottonwood’s economy.

MESA – Of all the major professional teams in Arizona, few have it as tough as the Arizona Rattlers when it comes to practicing in the heat.

LAS VEGAS – For many young players, their first introduction to the NBA is harsh and severe. The pace is quicker, the opponent stronger, the stakes higher. For some, the difference is simply too much to handle, with even the safest of bets succumbing to pressure.

Verde Valley Little league held on to beat Chino Valley and win the District 10 juniors baseball all-stars championship.

Mingus Union football’s annual kids camp is coming up this week.

Given the timing there probably won’t be many parties but July 7 will be a super Sunday for soccer.

PRESCOTT VALLEY – All kids looking to have fun playing a sport they love while expanding their game are invited to attend the Northern Arizona Suns’ third annual basketball camp, as registration is now open.

GLENDALE – Before the match, Mexican coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said he was expecting a lot of support in Arizona.

Last week Camp Verde High boys basketball hosted a competitive Cowboy Summer Shootout and finished on a high note.

Cottonwood will soon be full of stars.

GLENDALE – As the Coyotes continue to evolve with new ownership and new personnel, the team’s president suggested another new opportunity could be in store:

The Verde Valley Little League juniors baseball all-stars opened the district tournament in dominant fashion.