Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd announced his decision to stay at the UA despite his connection to the North Carolina vacancy.
Justin Spears
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Justin is the Star's Arizona football beat writer, while also writing stories and producing digital UA basketball and local high schools. A Tucson native, Justin graduated from the UA in 2017 and is the host of the Wildcast Podcast and a radio host on ESPN Tucson.
The Star's Justin Spears writes about the significance of Arizona's Final Four run through the lens of a Tucson native.
Miles Simon reflects on playing in the Final Four, the celebration in Tucson after winning a national championship, and his assessment of the current rendition of Arizona men's basketball.
Going from Alonzo Carter to Lyle Moevao as Arizona's running backs coach was a "seamless transition" for the Wildcats. Arizona football returns four running backs this season.
Nebraska transfer Malcolm Hartzog had an interception and a pass breakup to begin Week 2 of Arizona spring ball.
Arizona defensive end Tre Smith — aka "Mr. Redline" — wasn't expecting to be playing for the Wildcats in 2026, but a season-ending shoulder injury became "an absolute blessing."
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita said "this is the best receiver room I've ever had from a depth standpoint."
Arizona fans have been disappointed for the last 25 years. After the Wildcats reached the Final Four, UA fans had "tears of joy."
The Arizona men's basketball team held a rally with fans outside of McKale Center. UA forward Koa Peat was the first Wildcat off the team bus.…