Sidewinders Dance Team Applications Due January 10

December 10, 2025 - GLENDALE, Arizona - Applications for auditions for the Sidewinders Dance Team, the best team in the Indoor Football League, are due Jan. 10 as the Arizona Rattlers embark on the 2026 season. The Sidewinders have been named the IFL's best cheer/dance team the last three years and four of the last six seasons under returning director Shelby Underwood. Underwood is a former Arizona Cardinals cheerleader and has directed the Sidewinders since 2019. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 3 thr... Full Story

Arizona Rattlers Re-Sign Wide Receiver

November 25, 2025 - The Arizona Rattlers have announced the re-signing of wide receiver Corey Reed Jr., who returns for his third season with the team. Reed (6'3, 210 lbs) appeared in nine games during the 2025 season, recording 34 receptions for 391 yards and 10 touchdowns. Despite missing eight games due to injury, he still finished second on the team in all three categories, showcasing his impact when on the field. In his rookie season, Reed played in all 15 games and produced 57 receptions for 774 yards a... Full Story

Phoenix Mercury Unveil Heroine and Explorer Uniforms Featuring New Modernized Brand

November 25, 2025 - PHOENIX - The Phoenix Mercury today unveiled new Heroine and Explorer Edition uniforms that will debut in the 2026 WNBA season. The uniforms feature the Mercury's new bold and modernized brand look that honors the franchise's legacy while ushering in the next era of Mercury basketball. The white Heroine jersey features "MERCURY" and the purple Explorer jersey features "PHOENIX" displayed boldly across the chest in the new modern "Mighty Mercury" typeface. The jersey numbers are also displayed... Full Story

Phoenix Mercury Unveil New Bold and Modernized Brand

November 24, 2025 - PHOENIX - The Phoenix Mercury today introduced a new modernized brand look with redesigned logos and wordmarks that celebrate the legacy of the past and embrace the future - ushering in the next era of Mercury basketball with the team's first-ever rebrand. To celebrate the launch, the Mercury will host a Merc Merch Swap, a first-of-its-kind community giveback initiative that offers fans an opportunity to trade in merchandise for a Mercury T-Shirt with the new logo. "The new branding represent... Full Story

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• Scottsdale, Arizona
• Glendale, Arizona
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December 29	G League	Valley 109 at Memphis 107	Final (OT)
December 27	G League	Valley 116 at Memphis 117	Final
December 21	G League	Valley 121 at Birmingham 125 (Orlando)	Final
December 20	G League	Motor City 121 at Valley 130 (Orlando)	Final
December 16	G League	Valley 125 at Salt Lake City 141	Final
December 15	G League	Valley 127 at Salt Lake City 140	Final
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