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.
- Elvia Verdugo
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.
- Michael Lev
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- 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.
- 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.
The Star's Michael Lev looks back at the 2016 Arizona baseball team, which finished as the national runner-up 10 years ago.
- 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?
Tracking transfer-portal activity for the Arizona baseball and softball teams during the 2026 cycle.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Greg Hansen's notebook: Arizona Daily Star columnist Greg Hansen shares his picks for a Mount Rushmore of UA coaches.
The legendary careers of Lute Olson, Mike Candrea, Jerry Kindall and Dick Tomey are why they're the four faces on our Mount Rushmore of Arizona coaches.
Greg Hansen's notebook: Arizona Athletics set a record by raising $46 million from donors (breaking the previous record of $41 million in 2022), plus $87.7 million in corporate sponsorships.
The Wildcast: Honoring the best Arizona athletes, coaches and moments from the 2025-26 sports season
The 2025-26 sports calendar is coming to a close for the Arizona Wildcats, so the Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev hand out (virtual) awards to the best athletes, coaches and teams.
Arizona baseball has hired Jack Meggs of Saint Mary's as hitting coach. The Gaels are fresh off an upset of No. 1 UCLA in the NCAA Tournament.
Michael Lev column: Can Arizona baseball copy UCLA, which went from 19 wins to NCAA Tournament top seed two years later? That’s the plan. But it’s easier said than done.
Greg Hansen's notebook: Stay-or-go anxiety has been part of Tucson's sports fabric for almost forever, or at least dating to 1962. That was 45 years before Koa Peat was born.
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On the profile Chip Hale is eyeing in a new hitting coach; Smith Bailey’s future plans; injury updates; and more.
Arizona baseball coach Chip Hale discusses the program's plans for the offseason following a disappointing 2026 campaign (video by Michael Lev / Tucson.com)
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Greg Hansen's Notebook: Former Arizona basketball player Corey Williams will be inducted to the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame, the only unanimous selection of the 10-person 2026 class.
In honor of what we like to call 520 Day (May 20), we look back on a banner year for Tucson's sports scene.
Arizona baseball standouts Tony Lira and Nate Novitske were named to the Big 12 All-Freshman Team. Lira also picked up honorable-mention recognition from the league alongside senior reliever Garrett Hicks.
Arizona baseball has parted ways with hitting coach Toby DeMello after a season in which the Wildcats finished last in the Big 12 Conference in multiple offensive categories.
Arizona baseball's disappointing 2026 season came to an end with a 7-5 loss to Oklahoma State. The Wildcats lost the series, their ninth conference series loss in 10 tries.
U of A bound shortstop and pitcher has a family unlike most, as one of nearly two dozen siblings. His family dynamic has shaped his character and approach to baseball.
Arizona baseball was eliminated from postseason contention Friday after a 13-1 loss at Oklahoma State. The Wildcats needed to sweep the Cowboys to make the Big 12 Tournament.
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On left-hander Maclain Roberts’ journey from New Zealand to Arizona; right-hander Evan Brandt’s breakout performance; the outlook for the final series; and more.