PHNX The Story

You could say Suns center Bismack Biyombo is the definition of what it means to be a light in this world. Whether it’s by his faith or his upbringing, he's created a life centered around servicing others. In this episode, we’ll explore his journey that began in his native Democratic Republic of Congo, the miracles and tragedies along the way, and how it led him here to Phoenix. 

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The story behind the unlikely way ASU hockey became a D1 program and what it took to get to this point as they get ready to play their home-opener in a brand new arena, is worth reflecting on. It gives you a better appreciation for where it’s been, and where this program is headed. 

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In this episode, we’ll take a look back at how Chase Budinger, a member of the University of Arizona’s Ring of Honor, has chased after some enormous dreams, accomplishing pro careers in multiple sports, the ultimate goal he’s still pursuing, and the lesson he hopes younger generations will learn from his journey. 

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From minor league player in the Miami Marlins organization, to real estate agent to big leaguer with the Arizona Diamondbacks thanks to LinkedIn, Stone Garrett has quite the story to tell.

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After a failed audition in 2019, Gus Farwell thought he’d never sing again, but little did he know, the world needed his voice. In this episode, we continue to dive into the life of the former Arizona State quarterback and how it was forever changed during the pandemic. 

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Gus Farwell has one heckuva story to tell. He was friends and teammates with a true American hero, Pat Tillman, and roommates with Sun Devil legend, Jake Plummer. He's performed in front of celebrities like Billy Crystal and Tom Hanks. But, he’s also experienced tremendous highs and lows in life that have shaped and guided his path. In this two-part series, we’ll take a look at the life of the former Arizona State backup quarterback how it all led him to a viral moment during the pandemic, and fulfilling dreams decades in the making.

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Do you know who the very first Arizona Diamondback was? His story is a bit of a forgotten one.

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To have one voice capture generations of moments within one franchise is incredibly special… the Valley has its very own broadcast legend in Al McCoy who just wrapped up his 50th season calling games for the Suns. While he’s yet to retire, it’s worth reflecting on what suns fans have here in the Valley, the ability to have witnessed the making of a legend. 

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The original group that launched the AAF did everything they could to help the league survive, but it didn’t even last a full season. In this series finale, we’ll take a look into what wrong, the way it was all handled when the league shut its doors, and the lasting memories it left behind.

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Hotshots general manager Phil Savage and head coach Rick Neuheisel made up an acronym for AAF which encapsulated what it was like behind the league. Adjustable, Adaptable, Flexible.

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