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On a perfect fit for UA men’s basketball, Becky Burke scheduling up and more | Michael Lev

On a perfect fit for UA men’s basketball, Becky Burke scheduling up and more | Michael Lev

  • Michael Lev

Michael Lev column: News and views on RJ Godfrey, the ideal late addition to the Arizona men’s basketball lineup; the UA women’s team playing a legit nonconference schedule; and more.

Robert Refsnyder’s release marks end of MLB run for Arizona’s 2012 champs

Robert Refsnyder’s release marks end of MLB run for Arizona’s 2012 champs

  • Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Robert Refsnyder’s release by the Mariners closes the MLB chapter for Arizona’s 2012 national championship team, which produced six major leaguers.

LHP Jackson Kent set to become 96th Arizona Wildcat to play in MLB

LHP Jackson Kent set to become 96th Arizona Wildcat to play in MLB

  • Michael Lev

Former Arizona left-hander Jackson Kent is expected to be recalled by the Washington Nationals this week, per a report. He’d become the 96th Wildcat to appear in an MLB game.

Brayden Burries shines against fellow ex-Wildcat Rawle Alkins | Greg Hansen

Brayden Burries shines against fellow ex-Wildcat Rawle Alkins | Greg Hansen

  • Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Former Arizona star Brayden Burries scored 24 points in a Drew League matchup featuring ex-Wildcat Rawle Alkins

Why the NCAA is fighting back against a U.S. District Court's eligibility ruling

Why the NCAA is fighting back against a U.S. District Court's eligibility ruling

  • John Brice USA Today

The NCAA argues that a US District Court’s recent eligibility ruling “invites further chaos in college sports and irreparably harms thousands of student-athletes already on campus.”

Judge grants extra year of NCAA eligibility to high school Class of '22

Judge grants extra year of NCAA eligibility to high school Class of '22

  • FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

A judge granted Class of 2022 Division I athletes a fifth eligibility year, potentially reshaping rosters and transfers. Here's what this could mean for the UA.

Connection to coach led infielder Ariel Antigua to choose Arizona baseball

Connection to coach led infielder Ariel Antigua to choose Arizona baseball

  • Michael Lev

Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On new shortstop Ariel Antigua’s connection to UA assistant coach Trip Couch; the latest roster movement; and a possible return to Tucson for ex-Cat Cesar Salazar.

Mexican Baseball Fiesta set to celebrate its ‘quinceañera’ in Tucson this fall

Mexican Baseball Fiesta set to celebrate its ‘quinceañera’ in Tucson this fall

    While other teams and events have come and gone (or not come at all), the Mexican Baseball Fiesta has endured. It will celebrate its 15th anniversary in Tucson this fall.

    Former Wildcat Rory Sabbatini having a productive season | Greg Hansen

    Former Wildcat Rory Sabbatini having a productive season | Greg Hansen

      Greg Hansen's notebook: Ex-Arizona Wildcat Rory Sabbatini finished third in last week's Kaulig Companies Championship, his second third-place finish in six weeks. 

      VIDEO: Lev's alternative Arizona softball, baseball Mount Rushmores

      VIDEO: Lev's alternative Arizona softball, baseball Mount Rushmores

        Star sports columnist Michael Lev presents alternative versions of the Arizona softball and baseball Mount Rushmores that are part of our ongoing summer series.

        The Mount Rushmore of Arizona Wildcats baseball players

        The Mount Rushmore of Arizona Wildcats baseball players

          The legendary careers of Terry Francona, Kurt Heyer, Dave Stegman and Chip Hale are why they’re the four faces on our Mount Rushmore of Arizona baseball players.

          Greg Hansen's picks for Mount Rushmore of Arizona baseball | Greg Hansen

          Greg Hansen's picks for Mount Rushmore of Arizona baseball | Greg Hansen

            Greg Hansen's notebook: Arizona Daily Star columnist Greg Hansen shares his picks for a Mount Rushmore of U of A baseball players. 

            Transfer-portal tracker: Arizona baseball, softball player movement (7/30 update)

            Transfer-portal tracker: Arizona baseball, softball player movement (7/30 update)

              Tracking transfer-portal activity for the Arizona baseball and softball teams during the 2026 cycle.

              MLB Draft: UA signee, CDO standout Francisco Rivero Jr. drafted by Nats, plans to go pro

              MLB Draft: UA signee, CDO standout Francisco Rivero Jr. drafted by Nats, plans to go pro

                MLB Draft notebook: Canyon del Oro High star Francisco Rivero Jr., an Arizona signee, was drafted by Washington and plans to go pro; several other UA signees could, as well.

                MLB Draft: Arizona RHP Owen Kramkowski (Walden Grove HS) picked by Tampa in 5th round

                MLB Draft: Arizona RHP Owen Kramkowski (Walden Grove HS) picked by Tampa in 5th round

                Former Arizona right-hander and Walden Grove High School graduate Owen Kramkowski was selected in the fifth round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays.

                Arizona pitcher, Tucson-area product Owen Kramkowski eyes next dream: MLB Draft

                Arizona pitcher, Tucson-area product Owen Kramkowski eyes next dream: MLB Draft

                Arizona pitcher and Walden Grove High School grad Owen Kramkowski already has achieved most of his dreams. Next on the list: Getting picked in this weekend’s MLB Draft.

                The Wildcast: Chip Hale on UA baseball offseason moves, how he originally became a Wildcat

                The Wildcast: Chip Hale on UA baseball offseason moves, how he originally became a Wildcat

                Arizona baseball coach Chip Hale joins the podcast to talk about offseason moves, the upcoming MLB Draft and his own recruitment to the U of A.

                ASU's Hairston gets TV time after terrific baseball season | Greg Hansen

                ASU's Hairston gets TV time after terrific baseball season | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's notebook: ASU baseball's Landon Hairston is on track to become the fourth generation of Hairston's to reach the big leagues.

                Arizona 1st baseman Tony Lira named 2nd-team Freshman All-American by D1Baseball

                Arizona 1st baseman Tony Lira named 2nd-team Freshman All-American by D1Baseball

                Arizona's Tony Lira has been named a second-team Freshman All-American by D1Baseball. He's the second Wildcat to be tabbed for D1's All-Freshman Team in as many years, joining Smith Bailey.

                How Hi Corbett Field grew from a dusty diamond into a Tucson baseball landmark

                How Hi Corbett Field grew from a dusty diamond into a Tucson baseball landmark

                Hi Corbett Field has anchored Tucson baseball for nearly 100 years, hosting spring training, professional teams and the Wildcats while becoming one of the city's most cherished sports landmarks.

                Ex-Wildcat Nathan Bannister named pitching coach at USD; DeMello gets head-coach gig

                Ex-Wildcat Nathan Bannister named pitching coach at USD; DeMello gets head-coach gig

                Coaching moves with Arizona, Tucson ties: Nathan Bannister named pitching coach at USD; Toby DeMello hired as head coach at Pacific; Andy Green named interim manager of the Mets.

                University of Arizona climbs to No. 36 in total sports rankings | Greg Hansen

                University of Arizona climbs to No. 36 in total sports rankings | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's notebook: Overall, the Big 12 wasn't a national power in NCAA sports. In the final standings of the Learfield Directors' Cup, the conference had one Top 25 school.

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                On a perfect fit for UA men’s basketball, Becky Burke scheduling up and more | Michael Lev

                On a perfect fit for UA men’s basketball, Becky Burke scheduling up and more | Michael Lev

                Sunnyside High School’s storied wrestling dynasty is getting a new $2.7M home

                Sunnyside High School’s storied wrestling dynasty is getting a new $2.7M home

                U of A basketball heads to Lithuania with global conflicts again close to foreign tour

                U of A basketball heads to Lithuania with global conflicts again close to foreign tour

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                ‘National champions to me’: The 2016 Arizona baseball team, 10 years later | Michael Lev

                ‘National champions to me’: The 2016 Arizona baseball team, 10 years later | Michael Lev

                Michael Lev column: Ten years ago, Arizona baseball came within a hit of winning it all. What made that team so special? We connected with some of the key participants.

                VIDEO: Remembering the 2016 Arizona baseball team, which came within a hit of winning it all

                VIDEO: Remembering the 2016 Arizona baseball team, which came within a hit of winning it all

                The Star's Michael Lev looks back at the 2016 Arizona baseball team, which finished as the national runner-up 10 years ago.

                Who from UA will be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame next? | Greg Hansen

                Who from UA will be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame next? | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's Notebook: Former Arizona Wildcat Dave Stegman will be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Which Wildcat will be next? 

                Arizona baseball's season-opening tournament in 2027 features CWS champ Oklahoma

                Arizona baseball's season-opening tournament in 2027 features CWS champ Oklahoma

                The Arizona baseball team will return to Arlington, Texas, to open the 2027 season. The field for the Shriners Children's College Showdown includes College World Series champion Oklahoma.

                1976 champ Dave Stegman becomes 4th Wildcat elected to College Baseball Hall of Fame

                1976 champ Dave Stegman becomes 4th Wildcat elected to College Baseball Hall of Fame

                Dave Stegman, one of Arizona's all-time greatest players, is set to be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2026.

                On Becky Burke’s defiance, Tommy Lloyd’s frustration, UA softball’s strategy | Michael Lev

                On Becky Burke’s defiance, Tommy Lloyd’s frustration, UA softball’s strategy | Michael Lev

                Michael Lev column: News and views on Becky Burke’s unwanted battle with social-media trolls; eligibility questions gumming up Tommy Lloyd’s recruiting; Arizona softball acing the transfer portal; and more.

                Former Arizona hurdler's talents on display, this time for Florida State | Greg Hansen

                Former Arizona hurdler's talents on display, this time for Florida State | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's notebook: Arizona hurdler Zach Extine quietly made the jump from Tucson to Florida where he is making an impression yet again, this time as a Seminole. 

                Arizona baseball promotes Garen Caulfield to director of player development and recruiting

                Arizona baseball promotes Garen Caulfield to director of player development and recruiting

                Arizona baseball has promoted Garen Caulfield to director of player development and recruiting after the former UA second baseman served as a graduate assistant this past season.

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