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10 Things to do this Weekend in Phoenix
Honor the Irish this weekend, March 16-18, with a super-fun time! There are events ranging from art exhibits to bar crawls, so there is definitely something in store for everyone to get out and enjoy the events happening in our backyard. So avoid the pinches and grab your favorite green attire as you head out on the town.
Spring Training Spotlight: Braden Shipley
Braden Shipley
Braden Shipley, a k a Sensy, was born and raised in Medford, Ore. After attending high school, he was offered a scholarship to play ball at the University of Nevada where he would be part of the Nevada Wolf Pack. Throughout his time in the Wolf Pack, he received prestigious awards and was highlighted on the watch list of top 2013 draft picks. In 2013, he concluded his collegiate career and entered the world of Major League Baseball after being drafted by the Diamondbacks in the first round. which gave him the honor of being Nevada Wolf Pack’s first, first-round pick in history.
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Spring Training Spotlight: Chris Herrmann
CHRIS HERRMANN
Super versatile player and Texas native, Chris Herrmann, commonly known as Herrm the Worm by teammates, is returning this year with a postseason vengeance. Before becoming the catcher for the D-Backs, Herrmann attended Alvin Community College where he was named to the NJCAA Division 1 All-American Team, along with other recognitions. After one year of high success at the Junior College level, the Division 1, NCAA title holders, University of Miami recruited him. As a junior, he led the Hurricanes in batting average, runs scored and on-base percentage; he was drafted after that year in the...
Meet the 2018 Face of Foothills Winners
Nearly 500 girls, boys, women and men vied for the title of Face of Foothills 2018—but only three came out on top. Here, the trio of Face of Foothills winners shares their interests, goals and inspirations, proving they are much more than pretty faces.
Photography by Shannon Gilpin. Shot at the Art of Ice Cream Experience. Fashion styling by Melody Sanchez. Hair and makeup by Tori Elyse Artistry. VALERIE: Earrings. H&M Scottsdale Quarter. Top, $189, and skirt, $279. Ted Baker Scottsdale Fashion Square. SAMANTHA: BP Accessories earrings, $12. Nordstrom Scottsdale Fashion Square. Dress, $279. Ted Baker Scottsdale...
Spring Training Spotlight: Daniel Descalso
DANIEL DESCALSO
Scals, or Daniel Descalso, is a California native and current utility player for the Diamondbacks. He is known primarily for playing second base, third base and for being a pinch hitter. After having an all-star high school career in baseball and football, he went to UC Davis where he played third base and studied Economics. Following his junior year, the St. Louis Cardinals drafted him in the third round, and he made his major league debut three seasons later in September of 2010. Since success follows wherever he goes, he was part of the team who won the 2011 World...
