AWC splits doubleheader with SMCC to open season
The Arizona Western Matadors split the doubleheader series against the South Mountain Community College Cougars to open their season at Walt Kammann…
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Leonel Rodriguez cements his name in Kofa history while Kings cruise to 4-0 win
Leonel Rodriguez cemented his name in Kofa history, scoring two goals against the Yuma Criminals en route to a 4-0 win on Tuesday night at Irv…
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Two local organizations to hold Pickleball Fundraiser
The event is taking place Saturday, March 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Cocopah RV & Golf…
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Kofa High School enshrines Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
This past weekend marked a milestone moment for Kofa High School athletics, as alumni, coaches and supporters gathered to celebrate the induction of…
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Arizona Western hoop programs struggle to defend “The House”
Arizona Western came into Saturday with a combined 8-0 conference record and walked out of “The House” with at a combined…
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Antelope basketball sweeps Maryvale Prep on Senior Night
The Antelope basketball programs capped off Senior Night with a sweep of Maryvale Prep, as the Rams earned a 62-45 win in the boys game and the Lady…
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Arizona Western basketball programs remain undefeated in conference play
The Matadors are proving to be a force in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference, as they both picked up dominant wins against the…
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Yuma Catholic alum Rush wins Division III national title
Yuma Catholic football continued to make headlines in the opening week of 2026, as Shamrocks alum Austin Rush captured a Division III national…
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Kofa’s Whitacre nabs 100th win
Kofa High School senior Logan Whitacre Porchas recently earned his 100th career wrestling victory, an achievement that carries extra meaning after a…
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Girls Wrestling Jamboree showcases growing sport
Girls wrestling continues to gain momentum in Yuma County, and that growth was on full display Tuesday afternoon at Gila Ridge High…
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Inaugural Independent Club Cup held at Perricone Park for the venue’s first-ever tournament
The 2026 Independent Club Cup brought teams from across the Desert Southwest to Somerton, marking a major milestone for the city’s growing soccer…
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Arizona Western women’s basketball picks up first win in 2026
Arizona Western women’s basketball returned to the court for its first game of the new year Saturday, hosting Central Arizona in an ACCAC…
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Yuma County wrestlers get unique send-off, watch Sun Devils in action
Earlier Tuesday, wrestling teams from across Yuma County gathered at the Matador Wrestling Club for a special send-off, boarding two buses bound for…
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Yuma Catholic wins inaugural “Battle on the Border” tournament
Yuma Catholic’s Battle on the Border Tournament concluded with a championship matchup between two Yuma County foes, as Yuma Catholic defeated Cibola…
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Justin Haile’s 4th Avenue Gym Foundation raises over $78,500 for high school sports through truck raffle
Justin Haile is more than the owner of 4th Avenue Gym. He continues to go above and beyond, giving back to the local high school athletic…
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Yuma Blue Sox host tryouts ahead of first season in new league
With the support of a new sponsor, the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1627, the team hosted tryouts to find local players ready to compete as the Blue…
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Arizona Western standout soccer player Asa Yamazaki signs with UCLA
One of Arizona Western College’s top athletes is making the jump to the highest level of college soccer, as Matadors midfielder Asa Yamazaki has…
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4th Avenue Gym continues final push to raise money for local Yuma high schools
Justin Haile, the owner of 4th Avenue Gym and the creator of the 4th Avenue Gym Athletic Fund, is making a final fundraising push for the local Yuma…
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Kofa wins boys Great Southwestern Soccer Shootout in penalty kicks
The Kofa Kings defeated the San Luis Sidewinders 2-1 in penalty kicks to take home the Great Southwestern Soccer Shootout…
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Third Annual Strike for Success Dodgeball Tournament returns
The upcoming Third Annual Strike for Success Dodgeball Tournament, taking place January 10 at Woodard Jr. High School’s gym, will benefit Woodard…
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