Back in March, as the USL Championship season’s first whistle blew, Phoenix Rising FC was set for business as usual. Yet, with each month passing, the team was dealt a challenge that transcends the confines of the pitch – a battle for athlete safety in the midst of the Valley’s record heat.
During Phoenix’s relentless 31-day stretch of 110-degree highs, punctuated by three scorching days in July at 119 degrees, the Phoenix Rising had no choice but to adapt to these conditions during regular…
