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Arizona takes major tumble in AP Top 25 after season-opening loss to UCLA

The Arizona Wildcats lost a season opener for the first time in 20 years, and it resulted in a significant fall in the first AP Poll of the 2026-27 college basketball season.

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What to watch for when Arizona men’s basketball hosts NAU

Arizona entered this season with its usual lofty goals, and coming off a Final Four appearance only added to the expectations. Then came a season-opening loss to UCLA in Las Vegas, the first of its kind in 20 years, and suddenly the prospect of a backslide seemed very real.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 9

What Brent Brennan said at his press conference to open Utah week

With the last game on a Friday, Arizona had the luxury of an extra day of rest and/or preparation for its next opponent, and it can use all the help it can get.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 9

Arizona kicker Michael Salgado-Medina earns Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week honors

Following Arizona’s 29-28 midnight miracle win over TCU, junior kicker Michael Salgado-Medina has been named Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week. It is his first conference player of the week honor and is the tenth Wildcat to earn Big 12 honors since Arizona joined the conference.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 9

Arizona men’s basketball drops in AP poll after season-opening loss to UCLA

The first loss to open a season in 20 years has resulted in a pretty steep drop for Arizona in the Associated Press poll. The Wildcats slipped seven spots to No.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 9

Arizona football: Wins over ranked teams at home a common November occurrence

November is one of the best months in Tucson. The weather has finally cooled down, college basketball has begun and the biggest college town in America lives up to that billing.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 9

Arizona triathlon wins 3rd consecutive national championship

The three-peat is complete. Arizona triathlon won its third straight national championship on Sunday with a dominant showing, led by Kelly Wetteland winning the individual title.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / November 9

2026 Week 11 Power Rankings for CFB Teams in the West

There are two undefeated teams left in college football. And both of them are in the West. It’s unfathomable that Utah and UCLA would be in this position.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 8

Balanced scoring lifts Arizona women’s basketball over Iona

Arizona head coach Becky Burke played all 11 of her available players in the home opener. Seven scored at least seven points, giving the Wildcats a comfortable but closer-than-expected 74-61 victory over the Iona Gaels on Sunday afternoon.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 8

Arizona volleyball ends 9-match losing streak behind career day by Marina Vosloo

It’s been a long time since the Arizona Wildcats won a volleyball match. Their last victim was Texas Tech on Oct. 4. The nine-match losing streak came to an end when the Red Raiders showed up on the roster for the second time Sunday morning.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 7

Arizona football with chance at historic win vs. Utah

There have been some big wins in Arizona football history, but when it comes to ones against the top-ranked teams in the country the examples are scant.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 7

Grading Arizona football’s performance in miracle win vs. TCU

Arizona’s home winning streak stayed alive, Arizona’s Big 12 title hopes stayed alive, and it took some serious magic for Arizona to walk away with a 29-28 win over TCU.

Brent Brennan News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 7

What Brent Brennan, Tyrese Boss and Michael Salgado-Medina said after Arizona’s comeback win over TCU

It sounded like coachspeak when he said it on Monday, but Brent Brennan knew what he was talking about in previewing the TCU game. He was certain it would be game decided late and sure enough it was.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 7

Michael Salgado-Medina’s FG caps late Arizona comeback to beat TCU

Who said nothing good happens after midnight? Down eight points with less than two minutes to go, Arizona pulled out some late magic to rally for a 29-28 win over TCU on Friday night at Casino Del Sol Stadium.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 7

Freshman pitcher Lilly Hauser shows prowess as 2-way player in Red-Blue scrimmage

Lilly Hauser is making a name for herself this fall. The freshman didn’t play in Arizona softball’s first Red-Blue scrimmage or its doubleheader against UTEP, but she’s shown her prowess as both a pitcher and a hitter since debuting two weeks ago.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / November 6

Arizona football vs. TCU fan discussion

It’s Game Day! The Arizona Wildcats are back home but on short rest to take on the TCU Horned Frogs in a Friday night clash. Here’s everything you need to know to watch or listen to the game, as well as our pregame coverage.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / November 6

Arizona's Caleb Holt shows why he's a 5-star talent in breakout performance

The Arizona Wildcats rebounded nicely from the season-opening loss at UCLA, coming home to Tucson and routing the Cal Poly Mustangs, 104-84, on Thursday night at the McKale Center.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / November 6

Arizona vs. TCU football: Preview, storylines

Brent Brennan and the Arizona Wildcats have a quick turnaround in Week 10, hosting the TCU Horned Frogs on Friday evening in Tucson. Arizona (6-2, 3-2) is coming off a tough 34-26 loss at Texas Tech on Halloween, once again leading at halftime but struggling in the second half, just like they did in a Week 2 loss at BYU in Provo.

RJ Godfrey News / Ball Exclusives / November 5

RJ Godfrey Sues Arizona Board of Regents Over Fifth-Year Eligibility

Arizona Wildcats forward RJ Godfrey filed a lawsuit in Pima County Superior Court on Thursday against the Arizona Board of Regents. He seeks a permanent injunction related to his eligibility and temporary court orders permitting him to play while the case proceeds.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / November 5

5-star guard and Arizona recruiting target Adan Diggs sets college commitment date

Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats have offered scholarships to seven players in the 2027 recruiting class and six of them have already committed...somewhere else.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 3

Big performance by Ivan Kharchenkov not enough for Arizona vs. UCLA

Ivan Kharchenkov scored 38 points, but Arizona couldn't overcome a 16-point second-half deficit against UCLA in the season opener on Monday night.

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R.J. Mosley News / The Spun / October 31

Arizona's R.J. Mosley Carted Off After Devastating Injury

Unfortunately for No. 22 Arizona, freshman wideout R.J. Mosley suffered a season-ending injury this Saturday against No. 13 Texas Tech. Mosley, a former four-star recruit from Pittsburgh High School, came into this Saturday’s game with six catches for 99 yards on the season.

Arizona Wildcats News / Lindy's Sports / October 30

Arizona Wildcats have chance to enter Big 12 title battle vs. Texas Tech

The Arizona Wildcats are set to go on the road to play the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Saturday afternoon in a pivotal Big 12 game. Arizona entered the season with not a ton of expectations, as many felt the Big 12 was going to be won by Texas Tech or the BYU Cougars.