Arizona
Three Arizona Standouts Against Bellarmine
The blowout victory not only highlighted Arizona’s depth but also provided several standout individual performances that showed important signs of growth headed towards conference play. Here’s a closer look at the top three Wildcats from the game and how they powered the win.
1. Tanyuel Welch — Team Leader With a Big Night (18 Points)
Guard Tanyuel Welch led all scorers for Arizona with 18 points on 7-of-12 shooting a highly efficient performance that helped set the tone early and keep the Wildcats well ahead of Bellarmine throughout. Welch also knocked down 4-of-4 free throws, showing composure at the line, and contributed six rebounds and three assists while playing 24 minutes.
Impressively, she did all of this with just one turnover and one foul, illustrating her control and decision-making in a high-tempo game. Welch’s scoring came at all levels; attacking the rim, knocking down mid-range looks, and finishing in transition and her all-around playmaking and rebounding added yet another layer to a complete offensive night.
2. Noelani Cornfield — Playmaker and Versatile Contributor
Senior point guard Noelani Cornfield had another impactful outing in the win over Bellarmine. Cornfield recorded 15 points, dished out eight assists, grabbed two rebounds, and added five steals in just 25 minutes of action. Her stat line shows how she orchestrated the Wildcats’ offense while also creating havoc defensively.
Cornfield’s ability to distribute the ball was on full display as Arizona finished with 24 assists on 44 made field goals, a testament to their ball movement and unselfish play. Her high assist total helped keep the offense flowing and ensured that multiple Wildcats got open, high-percentage shots throughout the afternoon. Her defensive energy also led to easy transition opportunities, further fueling Arizona’s balanced scoring output.
3. Achol Magot — Efficient Frontcourt Scorer Off the Bench
Center Achol Magot delivered a career-high 10 points off the bench in just 14 minutes, going 4-of-6 from the field and 2-of-3 from the free-throw line. Her efficient scoring and physical presence inside helped complement Arizona’s guard play and gave the Wildcats consistent production inside the paint. Magot also contributed five rebounds and one assist while battling through foul trouble, showing a strong impact in limited minutes.
Her ability to score efficiently around the basket and contribute on the glass was an important part of Arizona’s depth, showing through. In a game where Arizona had six double-digit scorers, Magot’s contribution sealed her place as one of the night’s top performers.
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A 24-hour stretch across Arizona saw five law enforcement-involved shootings across three counties, including a helicopter crash in Flagstaff that killed two DPS crew members.
Flagstaff shootout leads to helicopter crash
Two DPS crew members were killed in a helicopter crash after a police shootout in Flagstaff on Wednesday night.
The incident started shortly after 8 p.m. and involved a domestic violence suspect jumping from roof to roof and firing down on law enforcement. The incident ended with him being shot and transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
During the shooting, DPS’s Ranger 52 helicopter crashed, killing the pilot and the trooper-paramedic who were on board. What caused the crash is still under investigation.
No other law enforcement personnel were injured. The suspect has not yet been publicly identified.
Armed woman shot in Maryvale
A woman is in the hospital after being shot by police when she reportedly pointed a gun at officers in Maryvale on Thursday afternoon.
Phoenix police boxed the woman’s car in near 71st Avenue and Thomas Road to detain her in connection with a homicide case. Police say she pointed a gun at officers before one of the officers shot her.
The woman, who has not been publicly identified, was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition, police said. No officers were hurt.
Trooper shot in Phoenix
One DPS trooper was shot, and two other people were hurt after a shooting in central Phoenix on Thursday evening.
Around 7 p.m., SWAT troopers were serving a “high-risk search warrant” at the A & F Trailer and RV park near 24th Avenue and Indian School Road, just east of Interstate 17, according to DPS.
While sources told Arizona’s Family that two others were hurt, DPS officials have only confirmed that “at least one trooper was injured in the shooting.”
Details on the troopers’ conditions and what led to the shooting were not immediately available. No suspects have been publicly identified.
Suspect shot in leg after traffic stop in Chandler
A suspect is in the hospital after being shot while running from a traffic stop and firing a gun in Chandler on Thursday night.
Just after 8 p.m., Chandler police stopped a vehicle near Arizona Avenue and Riggs Road before the passenger reportedly got out, started running and shot a gun.
The suspect, who has not yet been publicly identified, was shot in the leg and bitten by a police K-9. The suspect is in stable condition.
Machete-wielding man shot, killed in Coolidge
A machete-wielding suspect was shot and killed by police in Coolidge on Thursday night.
Just before 8 p.m., Coolidge police were responding to a domestic disturbance in front of their station when the suspect refused to drop his machete before being shot.
The man, who has not been publicly identified, died from his injuries. Police say no officers were hurt.
There have been 15 law enforcement-involved shootings in Arizona this year. Six of them have been in Maricopa County.
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An Arizona Department of Public Safety trooper and a suspect were injured by gunfire while an agency SWAT team was serving a high-risk search warrant Feb. 5.
At least one trooper was wounded and taken to a hospital, DPS said in a statement. The suspect, also wounded, was taken into custody, DPS said.
The troopers were serving the warrant in the 2400 block of West Indian School Road, DPS said. Traffic on nearby Interstate 17 was disrupted by the large police presence.
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