Arizona Wildcats: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Arizona misses out on second top-40 recruit in two days

In arguably the worst recruiting week of Tommy Lloyd's career, the Arizona Wildcats struck out on a high profile target for the second day in a row. One day after 5-star center and Phoenix native Darius Wabbington committed to Indiana, 4-star big man Kamsi Awaka announced his commitment to Todd Golden and the Florida Gators.

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Florida basketball gets big commitment over Arizona with four-star Kamsi Awaka

Florida Gators men's basketball coach Todd Golden is a big-time, championship-level head coach, and that plays out on the recruiting trail as well.

The 'Big 12 basketball Player of the Year' quiz

Tobe Awaka News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 7

4-star center Kamsi Awaka commits to Florida over Arizona

For the second day in a row, Arizona men’s basketball has been on the wrong side of a commitment. Kamsi Awaka, the younger brother of ex-Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka, committed to the Florida Gators on Wednesday.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 7

Arizona football notebook: Zac Siulepa’s Costco recruitment, Danny Gonzales’ vacation nightmare

The long awaited, unofficial, RichRod Bowl is upon us and there is a lot of buzz from the people in Tucson. Fans remember the success former head coach Rich Rodriguez had at Arizona but also remember how sour of an ending he had.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 6

Arizona misses out on 5-star in-state center Darius Wabbington

Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats hosted three top 30 recruits in the 2027 class during the Red-Blue Showcase in late September, a potentially transformational weekend for the future of this program.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 6

Darius Wabbington commits to Indiana over Arizona in major recruiting blow

Arizona men’s basketball coach Tommy Lloyd is in a losing streak when it comes to landing in-state big men. Darius Wabbington, a 5-star center from Phoenix, announced Tuesday that he will play at Indiana, picking the Hoosiers over Arizona and Illinois.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona WR Tre Spivey out for season with foot injury

At least one of the trio of starting wide receivers injured in Arizona’s last game won’t be back on the field this season. UA coach Brent Brennan confirmed Monday that junior Tre Spivey will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a foot injury in Saturday’s 34-7 win over Cincinnati.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 5

Arizona projected for bowl rematch with chance to avenge last season’s loss

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats sent a message to the rest of the Big 12 on Saturday night, completely dominating previously undefeated Cincinnati, 34-7, in the best all-around performance of the season.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona football’s defensive front earns recognition from Big 12

People are starting to catch on to how improved Arizona’s rush defense is this season. On Saturday the Wildcats’ defensive line held Cincinnati’s rushing attack, the No.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 5

Arizona football: Improved run defense set for toughest test

It’s one thing to set out to negate an opponent’s biggest strength. It’s another thing to do it. Arizona stuffed one of the top rushing attacks in the country on Saturday night, holding Cincinnati to a net of 74 yards on the ground in the 34-7 victory.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / October 5

2026 Week 6 Power Rankings for CFB Teams in the West: How the top programs in the region stack up after a shaky Week 5

The race to the Playoff continues out West. In light of North Dakota State’s transition to the Mountain West—and multiple fan requests—we have incorporated them into our coverage.

Kehden Hettiger News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Top 2028 infielder Jessa Hettiger commits to Arizona softball

It was a big recruiting weekend for Arizona softball. The class of 2027 commits who will sign their financial aid paperwork in just over a month were on campus.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Communication, adjustments lift Arizona volleyball over Texas Tech

If there are two things that Arizona volleyball coaches and players have talked about after losses, it’s lack of communication and the inability to adjust once opponents change what they’re doing.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Tracking snap counts and PFF grades from Arizona’s win over Cincinnati

Arizona earned its first conference victory of the season with a 34-7 win over Cincinnati. Pro Football Focus gave the Wildcats (4-1, 1-1 Big 12) an overall mark of 75.8.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona vs. Cincinnati: Players of the Game

After a slow start the past couple of games, the Arizona Wildcats got off to a fast start against the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday. After a little bit of a lull the rest of the first half, the Wildcat offense exploded in the second half and really put the game out of reach of Cincy, with Arizona winning 34-7.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona opens as small favorite at West Virginia

After a convincing home win over Cincinnati, Arizona heads on the road to face West Virginia in a game that oddsmakers think the Wildcats should come out on top.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 4

Brent Brennan reacts to Arizona’s dominant 34-7 win over previously unbeaten Cincinnati

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats marched down the field on the first drive of the game, taking a 7-0 lead that they would never relinquish in a 34-7 home win over the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday evening.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

What Brent Brennan, Chase Kennedy and Brandon Phelps said after Arizona’s win over Cincinnati

Arizona is 4-1 for the second year in a row following Saturday’s 34-7 home win over Cincinnati. Brent Brennan is the first UA coach to start 4-1 in consecutive seasons since Dick Tomey in 1993-94.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Grading Arizona football’s performance in victory over Cincinnati

Arizona’s Big 12 home opener and “Family Weekend” game went very well as the Wildcats moved to 2-0 overall against Cincinnati. A 34-7 victory for Arizona (4-1, 1-1 Big 12) keeps it unbeaten inside Casino Del Sol Stadium. Now the Wildcats get ready for the RichRod Bowl at West Virginia next week.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 4

Arizona football crushes Cincinnati in Big 12 home opener

There’s strength in numbers. And on a night when Arizona saw three receivers leave the game with injury, the rest of the team stepped up to knock off an unbeaten opponent.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / October 2

Arizona makes final three for 5-star center Darius Wabbington after Tucson visit

The Red-Blue Showcase was not only an opportunity for fans to see this new look Arizona Wildcats roster in action for the first time, but it also served as an extremely valuable recruiting tool for Tommy Lloyd and his staff.

Noah Fifita News / Yardbarker / September 20

Noah Fifita sets Arizona career passing yardage record

Noah Fifita set the Arizona Wildcats' career passing yards record on Saturday.

NC State's inexplicable collapse at Vandy enters pantheon of painful Wolfpack losses

Kentucky might be more than a spoiler under HC Will Stein

CFB Week 3 winners, losers: Ole Miss gets revenge, NC State's stunning loss and more

Darian Mensah sets ACC, Miami records against Wake Forest

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Arizona Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / September 11

Arizona Gets Major Roster Boost Ahead of BYU Game

Arizona is getting a significant boost just in time for its Big 12 opener against BYU. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the Wildcats are officially adding running back Ismail Mahdi and linebacker Max Harris to their roster ahead of Saturday’s matchup against No.

Arizona Wildcats News / Heartland College Sports / September 9

This Arizona Star Circled the BYU Game Long Ago

The national oddsmakers dislike Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita as a Heisman Trophy contender, but he’ll have an opportunity to shift the narrative on Saturday at BYU.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / September 9

Arizona vs. BYU: Prediction, Pick and Preview

Big 12 conference play gets underway in Week 2 as the Arizona Wildcats travel to Provo to take on the BYU Cougars in one of the most intriguing games on the conference schedule.