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Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd shouts toward the court in the first half of their Final Four game against Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

How Arizona's Latest Signings Solve Problems in Frontcourt

The Wildcats' frontcourt has been bolstered by the signing of two big men. How does it help them in 2026?

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May 12, 2026

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Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats tight ends coach Josh Miller celebrates against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

What Arizona Bringing With Its Tight Ends This Season

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) shoots against Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Arizona's Burries Catching More Momentum With NBA Draft Projections

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Javin Whatley (6) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Tre Spivey (12) second quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Why Arizona's WR Room Deciding Factor to Success

Arizona Offers Top Texas Quarterback in 2028 Class

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Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Genesis Smith (12) celebrates a fumble recovery with defensive lineman Leroy Palu (95) in the second half against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Potential Growing Big 12 Rivalries Arizona Should Embrace

Arizona Draws Interest From 5-Star Offensive Lineman

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Dominic Lolesio (42) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona's Dominic Lolesio Elevating at Defensive End Position

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats linebacker Dominic Hanger (36) celebrates during the fourth quarter of the game of the game against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Games That Could Define Arizona's 2026-27 Season

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Louis Akpa (72) against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona's Akpa Making Huge Strides Ahead of Summer Practice

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Matthew Lado (73) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona's Lado Making Tremendous Leaps Through Offseason Practice

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) hands off the ball to running back Ismail Mahdi (21) against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Predicting Arizona Stat Leaders for 2026-27 Season

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Jay'Vion Cole (8) against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

How Arizona's Cole Could Be Defensive Anchor This Season

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Nov 3, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) celebrates defeating the Florida Gators in the Hall of Fame Series game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Peat's Current Draft Positioning Leaving Arizona Uncertain

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) attempts a three-pointer against the Michigan Wolverines in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Best Moments That Defined Arizona’s Incredible Season

Jan 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) dribbles around Central Florida Knights forward Jordan Burks (99) in the first half at Addition Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images

Which NBA Team Arizona's Burries' Skillset Best Aligns With

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Arizona Receives Commitment From 4-Star International Prospect

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) goes to the basket against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Why Arizona’s Burries Has NBA-Ready Skillset

Michigan center Aday Mara (15) blocks Arizona forward Koa Peat (10) shot in the second half of their Final Four game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Peat Remains With Burning Decision Arizona Fans Are Waiting For

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Jun 15, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats pitcher Tony Pluta (37) reacts after making an error to allow a run against the Louisville Cardinals during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Wildcats' Fresno State Series Now Carries Major Implications

Arizona head coach Chip Hale waits to play against Grand Canyon at Grand Canyon baseball park in Phoenix on March 29, 2022.

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Why Arizona's Already in Trouble Early in 2026 Season

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Chip Hale on the field during the game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Arizona Struggles Through College Baseball's Opening Weekend

Jun 7, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona Head Coach Chip Hale walks out during the third inning of the Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Chip Hale Discusses Expectations for Arizona Baseball

Jun 15, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats right fielder Brendan Summerhill (4) tries to dive for a catch against the Arizona Wildcats during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Arizona Assistant Headed to the Big Leagues

Jun 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona head coach Chip Hale during an interview with the media after a Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Chip Hale's Contract Extension Approved by Arizona Board of Regents

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats pitcher Garrett Hicks (99) throws against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Taking a Look At Arizona Baseball's 2026 Recruiting Class

Jun 7, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona Head Coach Chip Hale looks on during the third inning of the Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

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Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd reacts against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Arizona Receives Major Update on Top Transfer Devin Williams

Jan 29, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Tigers forward Aaron Bradshaw (11) drives against Florida Atlantic Owls forward Devin Williams (1) during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images

Why Arizona Should Take Devin Williams Seriously

Apr 2, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd during a press conference ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Why Arizona’s Frontcourt Obsession Starting To Make Sense

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; General view of Arizona Wildcats helmets before the game against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

How Transfer Cam Chapa Elevates Arizona's Safety Room

Predicting Arizona's Top 3 Scorers Next Season

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils in the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Why Retention Was a Must for Arizona This Offseason

Arizona head coach Brent Brennan celebrates during a game against Arizona State at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 28, 2025.

What Arizona Needed To Improve Upon Most This Offseason

Sep 12, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan hypes up his team during the first quarter of the game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

How Arizona's Dash Fifita Could Upend Linebacker Depth Chart

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Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

Jordan Wilson Earns AVCA Honorable Mention All-American

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

An Arizona Volleyball Standout Was Recognized For AVCA Honors

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Sofia Maldonado Diaz (2) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

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Arizona Wildcats Volleyball Looks To Continue a Historic Run

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball libero Giorgia Mandotti (15) celebrates at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

Inside a Historic Night for Arizona Wildcats Volleyball

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

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The Big 12 school's logos on display at the Big 12 Conference's Media Day on July 10, 2024.

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Apr 2, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; A general view of the Arizona Wildcats and Connecticut logos at the Alamodome prior to the national semifinals of the women's Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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