Brown struggles in return, Utah defeats ASU to complete sweep

Jacob Doczy | March 8

The nightmare start to the Big 12 schedule continued for No. 21 Arizona State softball on Sunday, March 8

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The Penske special: Blaney caps off dream weekend for “The Captain”

Noah Reed | March 8

Ryan Blaney persevered at Phoenix Raceway, overcoming two loose wheels on Sunday, March 8, to complete a weekend sweep for Team Penske in the NASCAR and IndyCar doubleheader.

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ASU completes sweep thanks to historic offensive day

Anthony Saccuman | March 8

After both Friday and Saturday’s victories, Arizona State head coach Willie Bloomquist praised his team's offensive adjustments, but acknowledged a work-in-progress approach at the plate

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Play ball! Extra Innings Festival builds baseball and music community

Nicole LaHendro | March 8

The music festival, held at Tempe Beach Park on Friday, Feb. 27 and Saturday, Feb. 28, featured headliners Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown and HARDY, along with other Americana, country and indie acts, including Brothers Osborne, Shaboozey, Bret Michaels and Jessie Murph. 

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Newgarden back to victory lane as drivers praise Phoenix product

Noah Reed | March 8

In a special season for owner Roger Penske already, Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden defended his 2018 Phoenix Raceway victory at the Good Ranchers 250 at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday, March 7, by virtue of a pass for the lead in the final 10 laps.