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The sports team at Arizona's Family brings you a unique look at Arizona sports. Spanning from the pros like the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks, to colleges like ASU, Arizona, NAU and GCU, to high schools and youth sports, we'll bring you stories that will make you laugh, cry, cheer, and remember why you fell in love with the games.

Arizona's Family (3TV & CBS 5)


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    ASU's biggest game in a decade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 19:54


    Are the Sun Devils entering a “Gilded Age?” Sundevilsource's Chris Karpman joins The Extra Point to preview ASU's showdown with BYU.

    Conversations with ASU Legends

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 66:26


    ASU will hold its annual Legends Luncheon on Friday Nov. 22 at the Omni Tempe Hotel. Sun Devil legends D.J. Foster and Nathan LaDuke stopped by Arizona's Family studios to reflect on their legendary careers, that took them from Valley high schools, to Tempe, to playing for the Arizona Cardinals.

    Rapid Red Bird Reaction: Best QB on the Planet Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 24:44


    Cardinals Coach Jonathan Gannon said Kyler Murray was the best player on the planet in Sunday's win over the Jets. Sports Director Mark McClune, AZ Family Sports analyst Lorenzo Alexander and intern Max the Zippe react to Cards grounding the Jets and taking a hammer lock on the NFC West heading into the bye week.

    A Conversation with Kyler's Mom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 10:59


    Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will combine football and his love of "Call of Duty" to support veterans this weekend.  Kyler will donate $75,000  to the "Call of Duty" Endowment and host 7 veterans at the game against the Jets.  Kyler's mother Missy Murray joins "The Extra Point" to discuss the family's military legacy and their commitment to serving those who served our country. 

    Previewing NASCAR Championship Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 47:06


    NASCAR Championship week has arrived in the Valley. Starting on Friday, drivers will compete for titles in the three highest levels of NASCAR. Joey Logano, Ryan Blaney, Tyler Reddick, and William Byron will race for the Cup series championship after some controversy in the penultimate race at Martinsville. Cole Cusumano from The Arizona Republic and Devon Henry from Sports360AZ made a pit stop by the Extra Point Podcast to break down the unusual circumstances with Mark McClune and Arizona's Family Sports Producer Matt Hippe.

    Rapid Red Bird Reaction: Cards Beat the Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 32:58


    The Arizona Cardinals have won three straight and are on top of the NFC West. Can they keep this up?

    Rapid Red Bird Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 29:19


    The Cardinals are in first place in the NFC West after their last second win in Miami. Mark McClune, Julia Lopez, and Derek Hagan break down the win, with the help of intern Max the Zippe.

    Is Hope on the Horizon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 28:41


    The Arizona's Family sports team discusses the Cardinals' Monday night win, the state of the Sun Devils, and looks ahead to the Suns' season opener. 

    Suns Season Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 27:09


    Mark McClune and Amanda Pflugrad break down the biggest story lines heading into th 2024-25 Suns' season 

    Big 12 Commisioner Brett Yorkmark joins The Extra Point

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 8:07


    College sports are changing and Big 12 Commisioner Brett Yorkmark is on the front line. He was at the Venues Now Conference at the Arizona Biltmore this week and sat down to talk with The Extra Point on Arizona's Family.

    Who's your Hesiman pick?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 23:06


    Sports 360AZ's Brad Cesmat joins The Extra Point to talk all things Arizona football.

    A bad day in Green Bay

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 40:51


    Cardinals sideline reporter (and former CBS 5 sports anchor) Paul Calvisi joins The Extra Point podcast to break down what went wrong at Lambeau Field. Then the AZ Family Sports Team break down what went right at AZ Family news reporter David Caltabiano's bachelor party in Nashville.

    Could this be the biggest football weekend of the season so far?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 33:08


    The AZ Family Sports Team previews ASU vs. Utah, the Cardinals trip to Green Bay, and Michigan hockey at ASU because Elliott Polakoff went to Michigan.

    GCU to the Pac-12?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 9:18


    Will conference realignment result in Grand Canyon making a move to the Pac-12? Mark McClune discusses the situation with John Canzano.

    Kliff, Kyler, and the return of Jayden Daniels

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 33:41


    The AZ Family sports team previews the Cardinals' matchup against the Commanders this Sunday in Glendale.

    Are the Cardinals a playoff team?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 50:20


    The AZ Family Sports Team breaks down the Cardinals impressive 41-10 win over the Rams.

    ASU stays undefeated with gritty road win

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 10:47


    Moments after ASU rallied to beat Texas State to improve to 3-0, Mark McClune broke down the game with Speak of the Devils host Brad Denny.

    Are the D-backs going to the playoffs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 17:32


    D-backs insider Jesse Friedman from PHNX joins “The Extra Point” to discuss the D-backs chances of playing October baseball.

    What Did We Just See? Cardinals lose in Week 1 and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 31:46


    The AZ Family Sports Team breaks down the Cardinals season opening loss in Buffalo and what to expect when the L.A. Rams come to town this Sunday

    High School Football Scouting Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 27:38


    Longtime Valley sports broadcaster Brad Cesmat from Sports360 AZ joins The Extra Point to examine some of the big issues on the horizon for Arizona high school football. The former AZ Family sports anchor will also be our guest halftime guest this week on the AIA Arizona Cardinals High School Football “Game of the Week.”

    Cardinals vs. Bills Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 18:23


    Katherine Fitzgerald covered the Cardinals for AZCentral. These days she's on the Bills beat with the Buffalo News. Fitz joins The Extra Point to preview the week one matchup between the Arizona Cardinals and Buffalo Bills.

    A Conversation with Coach Strong

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 35:48


    Sun Devil legend Jaelen Strong is now Coach Strong. The former record-setting receiver has hung up his cleats in favor of a whistle. He's leading Compass Prep in 8-man football this season with big plans for the future. Coach Strong brought some of the stars of his team by AZ Family studios for a conversation on The Extra Point podcast.

    Arizona high school football season preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 14:46


    Cody Cameron joins The Extra Point to preview the top story lines in Arizona high school football in 2024.

    D-Backs Head To Boston

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 19:38 Transcription Available


    The D-backs head to Fenway Park this weekend for a 3 game series with the Red Sox.  D-backs sideline reporter Jody Jackson joins “The Extra Point” to preview the series.

    How do you make the team in Week 3 of the NFL preseason?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 13:10


    Arizona's Family Sports analyst Lorenzo Alexander made a living on special teams. The former Cardinal previews Sunday's week 3 of the preseason matchup between the Cardinals and Broncos.

    Cardinals 2024: Kyler Murray Talks Strategy and Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 71:54 Transcription Available


    The key to the Arizona Cardinals' successful season is Kyler Murray. When he returned from a knee injury in 2023, Kyler had the Cardinals' offense ranked number one in the NFL for the final four weeks of the season. Can it carry over? The Cardinals quarterback joined Arizona's Family to chat while at training camp.

    Coach Jonathan Gannon: Optimism and Strategy for the Cardinals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 12:41 Transcription Available


    In his second year as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, Jonathan Gannon is aiming to improve upon last year's 4-13 record. With quarterback Kyler Murray's successful return from a knee injury, there is a renewed sense of confidence in the team's performance. Gannon is vocal about his football philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of both aggression and teamwork. He developed this philosophy during his time at St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, Ohio, and throughout his 16 years as an NFL assistant and scout. Mark McClune interviewed Coach Gannon ahead of our pregame coverage of the Arizona Cardinals on Arizona's Family.

    View From The Broadcast Booth: 20 Years of Pasch and Wolfley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 34:12 Transcription Available


    The Arizona Cardinals will be on Arizona's Family this preseason, with Dave Pasch and Ron Wolfley bringing you all the action, starting with the Saints visiting the Valley this Saturday. These guys have been in the booth together for 20 seasons, doing TV in the preseason and radio during the regular season. They work hard to give you the inside scoop while also having a lot of fun, mostly by poking fun at each other.  Join them as they sit down with Mark McClune on "The Extra Point" podcast to get their take on the 2024 Cardinals straight from the broadcast booth.

    2024 College Football Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 21:53


    What should we expect from the college football season in 2024? Fiesta Bowl President Erik Moses is a man who would know. He's been to multiple conference media days and stops by “The Extra Point” to preview one of the most anticipated college football seasons in recent memory.

    The Bird is the Word with Cardinals Rookie Tip Reiman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 9:11


    At 6-foot-5 and 270 pounds, Cardinals rookie Tip Reiman was built to play football. But that hasn't always been a foregone conclusion. Reiman reflects on his journey to the NFL and shares his unique sense of humor on “The Extra Point” podcast.

    Could Mat Ishbia bring NHL hockey back to Arizona?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 19:45 Transcription Available


    Sportico writer Barry Bloom joins The Extra Point to discuss his interview with Suns Owner Mat Ishbia.  Ishbia says he has interest in helping bring the NHL back to Arizona.

    Trey Benson: A Rookie Ready to Compete

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 10:45 Transcription Available


    Cardinals rookie running back Trey Benson is known for his breakaway speed.  He scored 23 touchdowns at Florida State and once accounted for 50 points during a high school game in Mississippi.  His path to the NFL wasn't a straight line.  Benson suffered a knee injury while at the University of Oregon and had to work his way back into being the big-play running back.  Trey also has quite a sense of humor, displayed when he visits Arizona's Family studios and joins The Extra Point #podcast .

    Welcome to the NFL Darius Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 10:21 Transcription Available


    Cardinals first round pick Darius Robinson loves the details.  The rookie defensive tackle from Missouri was First Team All-SEC and made headlines on draft night for his explanation of his work week.  He joins “The Extra Point” podcast to detail his journey to the NFL.

    Should you bet over on the 2024 Arizona Cardinals team?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 25:49 Transcription Available


    As the Arizona Cardinals' training camp approaches, we dive into the upcoming season with Arizona's Family now serving as the team's official television station. Join host Mark McClune, Arizona's Family Sports Director, as he chats with Darren Urban from azcardinals.com about all things Cardinals football. Darren gives us the scoop on the team's offseason, the changing vibe around the Cardinals, and what fans can look forward to as training camp begins. We talk about the buzz from last season's wins, Kyler Murray's growing confidence, and the potential impact of rookies like Marvin Harrison Jr. and BJ Ojalari. Plus, we spotlight key players like James Conner and the crucial role of a strong defense.

    The First Family of Arizona Basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 39:53


    The Howard family had a quick reunion this summer. Jordan Howard will play in the Olympics for Team Puerto Rico, while Markus Howard will continue to play professionally in Spain. They joined The Extra Point with dad Chuck and older brother Desmond to talk about their basketball journey around the world.

    A conversation with Cam Wilder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 10:51


    International basketball influencer Cam Wilder returns home to his elite AAU basketball tournament this weekend in Gilbert. Cam tells The Extra Point that if you're going, get there early.

    Suns draft Valley product Oso Ighodaro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 10:38


    In the second round of the NBA Draft, the Phoenix Suns stayed local, taking Oso Ighodaro, who played prep ball at Desert Vista in Phoenix. Ighodaro's high school coach Gino Crump joined The Extra Point to tell us what the Suns are getting.

    The Coyotes' Owner Walks Away. Now What?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 17:14


    PHNX's Craig Morgan returns to The Extra Point podcast to discuss the latest Arizona Coyotes drama, as team owner Alex Meruelo is walking away.

    Who will the Suns draft with 22nd pick?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 30:07


    Suns insider Kellan Olson from Arizona Sports joins The Extra Point to preview the NBA Draft.

    Good News for the D-backs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 22:23


    With Corbin Carroll escaping a significant injury, can the D-backs make a playoff push? PHNX's Jesse Friedman joins The Extra Point to discuss.

    The playbook for brain health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 23:20


    Dr. Glynnis Zieman from Barrow Neurological in Phoenix joins "The Extra Point" to discuss the playbook for parents who's kids play contact sports.

    Ring in 2025 with the Fiesta Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 24:05


    It's a season of change in college football. Fiesta Bowl CEO Erik Moses joins The Extra Point to talk about a change to the game's kickoff time and the changing landscape of college football.

    Ann Meyers Drysdale on Mercury's surge & Caitlin Clark's Olympic snub

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 19:20


    Nick King talks with hoops Hall of Famer and Phoenix Mercury broadcaster Ann Meyers Drysdale on the team's recent play and the decision to keep Caitlin Clark off the U.S. Olympic team.

    Welcome to the WNBA, Rookie with Cameron Brink

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 7:11


    WNBA rookie Cameron Brink joins The Extra Point podcast to discuss how she's navigating her rookie season with the L.A. Sparks.

    Pro hockey is returning to Mullett Arena

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 23:19


    Professional hockey will return to Mullet Arena. The AHL's Tucson Roadrunners will play six games in the Valley next season. What does it mean for the future of the NHL? Craig Morgan of PHNX joins The Extra Point.

    Way too early fantasy football scouting report with Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 10:18


    "The Bus" Jerome Bettis stops by The Extra Point to preview the NFL season and give fans a chance to attend the Aire Serv Ultimate Fantasy Football Draft Party.

    Remembering Bill Walton

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 15:05


    The sports world was stunned with the news of Bill Walton's death. Nick King is joined by ASU media relations director Doug Tammaro to discuss Walton's life and legacy.

    LeBron to the Suns? Here's how it could happen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 19:04


    A star's son to the Suns? Perhaps it's a path to land LeBron James. With LeBron's son Bronny set to participate in a pre-draft workout with the Suns, speculation has picked up that it could lead to LeBron coming to Phoenix. Mark McClune discusses the possibility with Espo from PHNX.

    Get to know Graham Rossini, ASU's new AD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 5:11


    The new ASU Athletic Director Graham Rossini joins The Extra Point on AZFamily to discuss the future of Sun Devils Athletics.

    Talking D-backs with Jody Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 26:28


    With abour a quarter of the season in the books, where do the Diamondbacks stand? Nick King and Julia Lopez discuss the state of the Snakes with Jody Jackson.

    NASCAR's championship race staying in Arizona

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 10:54


    NASCAR has extended its agreement to hold the championship race in the Valley through 2025. Phoenix Raceway President Latasha Causey joins The Extra Point to discuss.

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