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Watch Now — Mike Candrea: ‘I did want the seniors to know’ about plans for retirement prior to 2021 season
- Alec White
Alec White
Digital Sports Producer & Reporter
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Mike Candrea talked with the Star about why now is the right time for him to retire, the culture of Arizona softball and Tucson's impact
Alec White
Digital Sports Producer & Reporter
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This summer, each member of the Star’s sports team will count down the five most memorable Arizona games they’ve covered since joining the beat. This week's participant: PJ Brown. Here's No. 3 — Longtime UA softball coach Mike Candrea’s final game as Arizona’s leader
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