Sports

Dillingham signs December class of high school and transfer talent at every position

ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham signed his second recruiting class on Wednesday, prioritizing true freshmen who will compete for spots and talented, immediate-impact transfers.

By Jack Barron | December 22, 2023

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Galleries: Best Sports Shots of Fall 2023

ASU's fall sports have come to end as the semester finishes out. Here are galleries of the best pictures from this season's Fall Sun Devils.

By Sydney Lovan , Jason White , Alexis Heichman , Anthony Cavale , Calvin Stewart , Reece Andrews , John Cascella and Abigail Wilt | December 16, 2023

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Defensive efforts power ASU men's basketball to four straight wins

After a win against the University of San Francisco and SMU, ASU continues to improve their record through an improved offense. 

By Henry Smardo | December 8, 2023

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Make or break: The holiday breaks are a game-changing time for ASU’s sports teams

Some ASU student-athletes do not have many opportunities to spend time with family during school breaks, so they must find family within their teams.

By Zach Bradshaw | December 6, 2023

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ASU women's volleyball advances to Sweet 16 for first time since 1995

The ASU women's volleyball team traveled to Utah to face Georgia and BYU in the NCAA Tournament and swept both thanks to flawless veteran play

By Jack Barron | December 6, 2023

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State Press Play: The Crow Meeting

Join hosts Gabriella Fernbaugh and Amber Victoria Singer for the last episode of the semester. Tune in to hear reporters recount their semesterly interview with ASU President Michael Crow. In the meeting he discussed topics related to University statements, student-athletes, arts funding, ethics development and the possibility of an LGBTQ+ resource center.

By Amber Victoria Singer and Gabriella Fernbaugh | December 1, 2023

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Perez powers ASU to victory over Sam Houston State

The ASU men's basketball team's had a roller coaster of a season with embarrasing losses and dominating wins, but played terrifically in a blowout win against Sam Houston State University.

By Jack Barron | November 30, 2023

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No. 12 ASU hockey looks to improve power play, away games

ASU hockey has been fantastic in its long home stretch but now needs to overcome its away game struggles from years past and clean up its play to continue to dominate. 

By Justin Carter | November 30, 2023

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Graham Winkworth turns the tide for ASU soccer

ASU women's soccer head coach Graham Winkworth has been at the helm for seven seasons and is finally rounding a corner heading into a new conference.

By Jack Barron | November 30, 2023

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The Olympics are back and ASU has great opportunities to learn about its history

ASU offers Olympic classes to teach about history and philosophy surrounding the Games

By Henry Smardo | November 29, 2023

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Journeyman Jose Perez breathes life into ASU's offense

Graduate transfer Jose Perez has been at five colleges in just six years, bouncing around from program to program before finding a meaningful spot on the ASU men's basketball team

By Jack Barron | November 29, 2023

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ASU women’s volleyball uses electric offense to achieve a spot in the postseason

ASU women's volleyball team heads to the postseason Friday hoping their powerful offensive will be an essential weapon similar to how it was in the regular season.  

By Lauren Nuñez | November 29, 2023

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ASU Wrestling emphasizes technique in order to get an edge over the competition

ASU wrestling gives itself an advantage by focusing more on the technique of the sport, rather than the physicality

By Jack Kartsonis | November 29, 2023

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Baldwin, Conyers mark first departures in Sun Devil offseason

Tight end Jalin Conyers and offensive coordinator Beau Baldwin are departing from the Sun Devil football program.

By Katrina Michalak | November 29, 2023

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Volleyball coach JJ Van Niel named Pac-12 Coach of the Year

First-year head coach JJ Van Niel wins Pac-12 coach of the year in women's volleyball. Marta Levinska was placed on the All-Pac-12 team.

By Alfred Smith III | November 28, 2023

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ASU football finishes year one of Dillingham era with more questions than answers

A lot of work lies ahead for Dillingham and his Sun Devils, but the foundation is set to start seeing growth in the coming seasons.

By Joey Eigo and Katrina Michalak | November 27, 2023

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Sun Devil Hockey chimes in on neck guard debate

Coach Greg Powers hopes to see his players take the extra step to protect themselves, but would not force his players to wear one if they choose not to 

By Joey Eigo | November 26, 2023

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No.13 Sun Devil hockey prepares for massive clash against No. 7 Providence

The No.13 Sun Devils will look to add another massive win to their resume against the No.9 Friars this weekend in Tempe.

By Joey Eigo | November 23, 2023

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Sun Devil hockey teammates sing praises for captain Tyler Gratton

After being unanimously voted Sun Devil hockey captain, Gratton has already provided the biggest moment so far this season with his game-winning goal against Denver.

By Joey Eigo | November 21, 2023

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As conference change looms, some tailgate traditions are sailing away

As ASU football switches conferences and opponents, Sun Devil fans anticipate the changing landscape of tailgating traditions.

By Katrina Michalak | November 21, 2023

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