Past Events

The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game took place on July 20, 2024, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona, where Team WNBA triumphed over Team USA with a score of 117–109. Arike Ogunbowale set a new All-Star Game scoring record by contributing 34 points, all in the second half, earning her the MVP title.

The 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four, held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, featured UConn and Purdue advancing to the championship game after defeating Alabama and NC State, respectively. In the championship game on April 8, UConn secured their sixth national title by defeating Purdue 75–60, becoming the first team to win consecutive championships since Florida in 2007.

Super Bowl LVII, held on February 12, 2023, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, featured the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 38–35 in a thrilling game. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, playing through injury, earned MVP honors after leading a second-half comeback and a game-winning drive capped by a late field goal.

The 2017 NCAA Men’s Final Four, held at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, saw Gonzaga and North Carolina advance to the championship game after defeating South Carolina and Oregon, respectively. In the championship game on April 3, North Carolina defeated Gonzaga 71–65, earning their sixth national title with a dominant rebounding performance and clutch plays in the closing minutes.

The 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship, held on January 11, 2016, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, saw the Alabama Crimson Tide defeat the Clemson Tigers 45–40. The game featured standout performances from Alabama’s Derrick Henry and a critical onside kick that swung momentum in their favor, securing the Tide’s 16th national title.

Played on February 1, 2015, at the University of Phoenix Stadium, the New England Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks 28–24 in a thrilling matchup, highlighted by Malcolm Butler’s game-saving interception at the 1-yard line. Tom Brady earned MVP honors after throwing four touchdown passes in a comeback victory.

Held on January 25, 2015, one week prior to Super Bowl XLIX, the 2015 Pro Bowl brought together the best players from the NFL season to compete at the University of Phoenix Stadium. Players showed their talents and celebrated their success at the first Pro Bowl held outside of Hawaii since 2010.

Held on February 3, 2008, at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, the New York Giants stunned the previously undefeated New England Patriots 17–14, with Eli Manning leading a dramatic game-winning drive and David Tyree’s iconic helmet catch. The victory secured the Giants’ third Super Bowl title and denied the Patriots a perfect season.

Super Bowl XXX, held on January 28, 1996, at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, featured the Dallas Cowboys defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 27–17 to claim their fifth championship. The game was marked by a key interception by Cowboys cornerback Larry Brown, who was named MVP for his pivotal performance.