Sports

Insight: Good Sun Devil football brought us back together

Former State Press editors and roommates are brought back together by quality Sun Devil football. 

By Shane Brennan and Walker Smith | January 11, 2025

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Video: Sun Devils share love for ASU football and reflect on a storied season

The State Press interviewed a variety of Sun Devils from fans to members of the athletics team to reflect on ASU football's journey to the Peach Bowl and the impact this season has had.

By Matt Vazquez | January 11, 2025

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Insight Gallery: How ASU football made history this season

A State Press photographer reflects on ASU football's iconic season as both a journalist and a life-long fan. 

By Anthony Cavale | January 3, 2025

The Coaches Series

The Snow Devils Series

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The future of Sun Devil Football is bright as Sam Leavitt's leadership continues to shine

How the future of the Sun Devils is in good hands with Sam Leavitt taking the snaps.

By Daniel Rios | January 2, 2025

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ASU had passionate performance, came up short in Peach Bowl 39-31 against Texas

ASU almost won the Peach Bowl off of a dominant performance from Cam Skattebo, who put up over 280 yards on offense.

By Daniel Rios | January 1, 2025

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BREAKING: Kenny Dillingham receives 5-year deal

ASU and head coach Kenny Dillingham agreed to a new five-year contract a day before facing Texas in the Peach Bowl.

By Daniel Rios | January 1, 2025

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Photo timeline: ASU football's bowl game victories

A look through the history pages of Sun Devil football.

By Sophia Braccio | December 31, 2024

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Sun Devils embrace underdog role against Texas in Peach Bowl

ASU football will face the No. 5 seed Texas Longhorns in a star-studded Peach Bowl CFP quarterfinals matchup, each with a skilled quarterback.

By Daniel Rios | December 31, 2024

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ASU men's basketball turns to Big 12 after solid nonconference

After a strong first 11 games for the Sun Devils, they need to keep their foot on the gas as they prepare for one of the toughest remaining schedules in college basketball.

By Jack McCarthy | December 23, 2024

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'More than just a game': How the Peach Bowl is like no other

The Peach Bowl impacts Atlanta and beyond through donations and scholarships while crafting a unique fan and player experience.

By Henry Smardo | December 23, 2024

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ASU hockey program to host 2025 Ice Breaker Tournament

ASU hockey will host the 2025 Ice Breaker Tournament to kick off next season with Alaska, Notre Dame, and 2023 NCAA champion Quinnipiac.

By Giovanni Barberio | December 18, 2024

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17-year-old Cullen Potter makes his name with ASU hockey

At only 17, ASU freshman forward Cullen Potter is a standout Sun Devil and already one of the best young skaters in the country.

By Giovanni Barberio | December 18, 2024

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Sun Devil football to roll an 11-sided die in College Football Playoff, here is every face

ASU has punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff, along with 11 other talented teams.  

By Jack McCarthy | December 14, 2024

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Video: How did the Sun Devils get here?

By Matt Vazquez | December 13, 2024

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Cam Skattebo’s epic season: Proving the doubters wrong one game at a time

ASU has said all season that this team loves football. One player has embodied that mindset all season and perhaps all career long — Cam Skattebo.

By Daniel Rios | December 9, 2024

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ASU officially into College Football Playoff as 4-seed: Where and who they will play

The Sun Devils now sit patiently and await to figure out who they will take on in the Peach Bowl. 

By Daniel Rios | December 9, 2024

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Insight Gallery: From preseason underdogs to conference champions

The State Press covered the Sun Devils from Atlanta to Arizona as the team defied expectations and rose from the bottom to the top of the Big 12 Conference.

By Anthony Cavale | December 9, 2024

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ASU punches ticket to College Football Playoff, but where do they stand?

The Sun Devils have an abundance of possibilities on where they could be seeded in the College Football Playoff but look poised to compete wherever they end up.

By Jack McCarthy | December 8, 2024

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ASU crowned Big 12 champion after blowout win over Iowa State 45-19

The Sun Devils crushed the Cyclones in the 2024 Dr. Pepper Big 12 Football Championship in Arlington, Texas. 

By Daniel Rios | December 7, 2024

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'The whole goal was to get there': ASU is Big 12 Championship-bound against Iowa State

ASU has earned the right to fight for a Big 12 Championship against Iowa State, two unlikely programs battling for the title on Saturday. 

By Daniel Rios | December 3, 2024

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