Next time, it will count. Today, however? Expect a fairly laid-back game, with most of the regulars checking out after a couple of at-bats. Whether you will be able to tell the difference between that and last night’s two-hit shutout,

For the second straight season, no mid-majors will be represented at the Sweet 16.

The scorching heat wave, which began last week, has brought dangerous temperatures to parts of California, Arizona, and other Southwestern states.

The demise of Cinderella teams was arguably the most significant storyline to emerge from the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament — without them, the event loses much of its madness. But let’s not overlook a notable development at the other end of the food chain.

It reached an astonishing 110 degrees on Thursday near the desert community of Martinez Lake.

SAN DIEGO (AP) — While a couple of other No. 1 seeds got tested by their first-round matchups in classic March Madness fashion this week, Arizona started its title quest with a breezy, businesslike win.

The LPGA has played in Arizona more than 50 times over the years. The 2026 Ford Championship is the latest tournament to be staged there.

Arkansas basketball faces Arizona in the Sweet 16 later this week. Here are live updates on injuries, predictions and other news from San Jose.