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Arizona March Madness History: Record, Titles, Final Four Appearances, Best Highlights

With a No. 1 seed and a talented roster, Arizona hopes its 2026 squad can follow the path of the program’s historic 1997 championship team.

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Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Anthony Dell'orso (3) shoots the ball over Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Anthony Dell'Orso Displays Impact Player Potential With Big 12 Title Run

Feb 18, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd watches during the first half of the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona Bracketology Hints Big Advantage Ahead of Selection Sunday

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Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils in the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Noah Fifita’s Case to Be the Big 12’s Best Quarterback

Jan 2, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan reacts against the SMU Mustangs in the first half during the Holiday Bowl at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Brennan Evaluates Wildcats' Roster After Transformative Offseason

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Brent Brennan celebrates against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

How Consistency Helps Build the Arizona Football Program

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Julian Savaiinaea (41) and linebacker Taye Brown (6) against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Wildcats to Host Standout 2027 Linebacker for Official Visit

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Ty Buchanan (75) against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona Makes Top 7 For Coveted 2027 Lineman

Former Wildcat Credits Unique Preparation for NFL Opportunity

Former Wildcat Aims to 'Open Some Eyes' at NFL Combine

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) celebrates after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

How Gruesome Injury Helped Arizona's Stukes Find Way to NFL

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Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) shoots the ball over UCF Knights forward Jordan Burks (99) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Burries, Kharchenkov Share Mentality After Arizona's First Postseason Game

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; UCF Knights guard Riley Kugel (2) guards an inbound by Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Handling Business Great Sign for Wildcats Moving Forward

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd reacts in the first half against the Colorado Buffaloes at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Arizona's Lloyd Not Concerned With Controversial Big 12 Tournament Court

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Big 12 Pulls LED Glass Court Before Arizona-Iowa State

Good, Bad, and Ugly from Arizona’s Big 12 Quarterfinal Win

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona Wildcats coach Tommy Lloyd watches game play during the second half against the UCF Knights at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Watch Guide for Arizona's Big 12 Tournament Semifinal Matchup

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the second half against the Colorado Buffaloes at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts To Arizona’s Matchup With UCF in The Big 12 Quarterfinals

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Jun 15, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats pitcher Tony Pluta (37) reacts after making an error to allow a run against the Louisville Cardinals during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Wildcats' Fresno State Series Now Carries Major Implications

Arizona head coach Chip Hale waits to play against Grand Canyon at Grand Canyon baseball park in Phoenix on March 29, 2022.

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Why Arizona's Already in Trouble Early in 2026 Season

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Chip Hale on the field during the game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Arizona Struggles Through College Baseball's Opening Weekend

Jun 7, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona Head Coach Chip Hale walks out during the third inning of the Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Chip Hale Discusses Expectations for Arizona Baseball

Jun 15, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats right fielder Brendan Summerhill (4) tries to dive for a catch against the Arizona Wildcats during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Arizona Assistant Headed to the Big Leagues

Jun 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona head coach Chip Hale during an interview with the media after a Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Chip Hale's Contract Extension Approved by Arizona Board of Regents

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Arizona Wildcats pitcher Garrett Hicks (99) throws against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers during the seventh inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Taking a Look At Arizona Baseball's 2026 Recruiting Class

Jun 7, 2025; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Arizona Head Coach Chip Hale looks on during the third inning of the Super Regionals game against North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Arizona Baseball Lands Major Recruit for the 2027 Class

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Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Ka'ena Decambra (52) and Chubba Maae (55) against the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona to Host Dominant 2027 Lineman for Official Visit

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats linebacker Chase Kennedy (7) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona to Host Dynamic 2027 Linebacker for Official Visit

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats tight end Cameron Barmore (80) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona Pursuing Standout 2027 Tight End

Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd yells out during the game against Kansas Jayhawks inside Allen Fieldhouse on Feb. 9, 2026.

Top Targets Have Arizona Ecstatic for 2027

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive backs Treydan Stukes and Dalton Johnson celebrate a win against the Kansas Jayhawks at the end of the game at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona Making Encouraging Strides Toward Top 2027 Safety

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Genesis Smith (12) against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona Extends Offer to Elite 2028 Athlete

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Julian Savaiinaea (41) and linebacker Taye Brown (6) against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Talented 2027 Linebacker Schedules Arizona Official Visit

Oct 18, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Tre Spivey (12) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Arizona to Host Elite 2027 Wide Receiver For Official Visit

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Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

Jordan Wilson Earns AVCA Honorable Mention All-American

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

An Arizona Volleyball Standout Was Recognized For AVCA Honors

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Sofia Maldonado Diaz (2) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

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Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball libero Giorgia Mandotti (15) celebrates at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

Inside a Historic Night for Arizona Wildcats Volleyball

Arizona Wildcats women's volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson (5) hits the ball against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena in Tempe on Sept. 21, 2023.

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The Big 12 school's logos on display at the Big 12 Conference's Media Day on July 10, 2024.

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Apr 2, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; A general view of the Arizona Wildcats and Connecticut logos at the Alamodome prior to the national semifinals of the women's Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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