About the Author

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kevin McCabe

For more than four decades, Kevin McCabe has been one of Arizona’s most recognizable sports storytellers, documenting the athletes, coaches, and communities that have shaped generations. From local football fields to national broadcasts, his career has always been driven by a passion for sharing the human side of competition.

But behind the camera was a battle few people saw. While celebrating unforgettable victories and unforgettable people, Kevin was quietly struggling with addiction that nearly cost him everything he valued. Choosing sobriety became more than a personal milestone. It gave him a renewed purpose, allowing him to tell stories with greater honesty, gratitude, and compassion.

Today, Kevin continues to preserve the legacy of Arizona high school sports while encouraging others through a journey built on faith, accountability, and second chances. The Dean’s List is his most personal story yet, inviting readers beyond the headlines into a life defined not only by the games he covered, but by the lessons he learned along the way.

VISION

Preserving Stories That Time Should Never Erase

Every athlete, coach, official, parent, and community contributes to the legacy of Arizona high school sports. Kevin’s vision is to preserve those moments with the respect they deserve while reminding readers that the greatest victories are often found beyond the scoreboard. Through honest storytelling, he hopes to inspire future generations to value character, resilience, and the people who make every season unforgettable.

MISSION

To Tell the Truth With Purpose

Kevin’s mission is to celebrate the history of Arizona high school sports while sharing the realities of addiction, recovery, faith, and redemption with complete honesty. By combining decades of firsthand experience with personal reflection, he hopes to encourage meaningful conversations, honor remarkable individuals, and remind every reader that no setback has the power to define the rest of a life.