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Do Thoughts of Death Lead to Higher Athletic Performance?

A study found athletes performed better when asked to think of their mortality.

MLS Teams Headed to Tucson for Preseason Soccer

Say the month of games is the largest pre-season professional event in the country.

'Bear Down' and Outlaw Baseball

The young man who coined UA motto spent summer before he died playing outlaw baseball in Douglas.

Sixth Annual Mexican Baseball Fiesta Gets Underway Thursday

Event strives to re-create in Tucson the environment of Mexico's top league.

Mexican League Spring Training Starts Monday in Tucson

3 teams will hold practices for two weeks; 5 will take part in Mexican Baseball Fiesta.

Sonoita's 'Best Little Rodeo in Arizona' Turns 101 This Weekend

Director says Labor Day competition is the largest in the state based on the number of contestants.

Why Don't All Olympians Make ‘Michael Phelps Money’?

Most walk away only with medals or recognition.

New UA Building to be Academic Center for Athletes

'CATS' will provide space for study, academic support, official says.

High Hopes for Tucson, UA Athletes at Rio Olympics

AZPM's Tony Perkins and sports columnist Greg Hansen discuss standouts.

Tucsonan Runs to Phoenix - Literally - for Cancer Research

He makes 125-mile trek in two nights, raises $2,000; next goal: Boston Marathon.

Girls Can Learn from New UA Women's Basketball Coach

Adia Barnes, returning to coach team she once played for, holds summer camp.

Bareback Rider

Cody Kiser, a professional rodeo cowboy and spokesman for the Oral Cancer Foundation.

Paralympic Quest

Bryan Barten is a graduate of the University of Arizona who also happens to be a coach and an athlete in wheelchair tennis.

Addicted to Air

Warren Stephens has been a constant figure in the Tucson skateboarding scene since the 1980’s and is known beyond Arizona.

Geneva and Hershey

Geneva Kelly is a Barrel Racer and rides for the University of Arizona Rodeo Team.

UA Students Question Fee for Football Stadium Renovations

One-time, $200 fee for new students would upgrade bathrooms, bleachers, concessions.

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