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FIGHTING THROUGH: Sophomore shortstop Katelyn Boyd (broken fingers) is among the numerous SU softball players who have played through injuries during the 2010 season. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Playing through the pain just part of job for ASU softball

The Sun Devils have faced a slew of injuries this season as they work toward their fifth consecutive Women’s College World Series appearance, and it all started during the fall season.

By Tyler Lockman | April 21, 2010

Magee makes his mark on diamond as well as gridiron

He’s here because he enjoys the camaraderie, reveling in the nuances and the atmosphere of a sport far different than the one he plays on Saturdays in the fall as a linebacker.

By Nick Kosmider | April 21, 2010

AD FREE: Tempe could change its policy and begin accepting advertisements at its light rail stations to offset budget cuts. (Photo by Nikolai de Vera)

Research group to take on global issues

ASU launched its Consortium for Biosocial Complex Systems Wednesday afternoon, a new research unit comprised of faculty from three units of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

By Joseph Schmidt | April 21, 2010

Ciganda becomes first back-to-back Pac-10 champ

Sophomore Carlota Ciganda became the first golfer in Pac-10 history to claim back-to-back individual titles and only the second golfer in the conference's history to win two.

By Nick Kosmider | April 21, 2010

Gymnast Atkinson ready for NCAA meet

All of this season’s woes can easily be forgotten with one stellar performance by ASU junior Mary Atkinson Thursday at the NCAA National Championships.

By Tyler Emerick | April 21, 2010

JUST IN TIME: ASU sophomore infielder Riccio Torrez catches an out at first base during the Sun Devils' 4-2 loss to UA on Tuesday night at Packard Stadium. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

No. 1 Sun Devils fall to rival Wildcats

Freshman Brady Rodgers was impressive and was burned only by a three-run fourth in which he hit and walked consecutive batters to start the frame.

By Nick Kosmider | April 20, 2010

TOUGH BREAK: ASU senior offensive lineman Jon Hargis (No. 59) tore his anterior cruciate ligament during the Sun Devils' scrimmage on Saturday, putting his 2010 season in doubt. (Photo by Kyle Thompson)

Starting lineman Hargis lost to torn ACL

Judging by the past few seasons, the acronym for the ASU offensive line actually stands for “Always Snakebitten Unit.”

By Nick Ruland | April 20, 2010

JOINT EFFORT: A haze of smoke rises above hundreds gathered to celebrate 4/20 with imitation marijuana in front of the Memorial Union Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Serwaa Adu-Tutu)

Lighting up for legalization

Two ASU students started a University chapter of the National Organization for Reform of Marijuana Laws and rallied on campus for the first time Tuesday in support of the cause.

By Kyle Patton | April 20, 2010

STUDENT ARERESTS: A group of ASU students and community members rally outside of the 4th Avenue Jail in downtown Phoenix to protest the arrest of nine college students (seven from ASU) for chaining themselves to the doors of the State Capitol building Tuesday. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

7 ASU students arrested in protest of immigration bill

Before chaining themselves to the doors of the State Capitol on Tuesday, nine college students — seven of them from ASU — knew their actions would likely lead them to a jail cell down the road.

By Kyle Daly | April 20, 2010

SAFER INTERSECTIONS: Tempe police are increasing enforcement in the most dangerous intersections to help reduce the number of accidents. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Two-week campaign aimed at slowing traffic, reducing crashes

Tempe Police are increasing traffic enforcement throughout the city this week, with special emphasis on the city’s most dangerous intersections, officials said Monday.

By Katie Shoultz | April 19, 2010

Student leaders push to pass Proposition 100

ASA is organizing events on campus to educate students about Proposition 100 and the effects of the potential sales tax increase.

By Joseph Schmidt | April 19, 2010

ASU chemical research could benefit airport security

ASU researchers have found a way to potentially revolutionize the detection of trace amounts of chemicals, which could improve airport security.

By Dana Sheaff | April 19, 2010

FINDING HER WAY: ASU junior Jaclyn Sweeney has found a home at ASU after transferring from Oklahoma State two years ago. (Photo by Nick Kosmider)

After a long journey, Sweeney finding peace at ASU

Sweeney's story starts in her hometown of Andover, Mass., where she was inundated into athletic competition by the time she was old enough to hold any piece of equipment the sport at the time required.

By Nick Kosmider | April 19, 2010

THE CATS ARE COMING: ASU sophomore shortstop Drew Maggi leads off of first base during the Sun Devils' 11-6 win over San Diego earlier this month. ASU will face UA in a nonconference showdown Tuesday night at Packard Stadium. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils to face rivals in nonconference contest

The game won't count in the conference standings, but ASU baseball coach Tim Esmay knows that won't change the atmosphere.

By Nick Kosmider | April 19, 2010

IT'S MINE: ASU freshman safety Shane McCullen intercepts a pass during a spring practice last week. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Physical play, mistakes highlight ASU’s third scrimmage

There were a variety of sounds coming from Sun Devil Stadium during the ASU football team’s third spring scrimmage on Saturday afternoon.

By Gina Mizell | April 18, 2010

BRING OUT THE BROOMS: ASU senior outfielder Kole Calhoun had two doubles and three RBI in the Sun Devils' 14-6 win over USC on Sunday. ASU swept the Trojans over the weekend to remain in sole possession of first place in the Pac-10. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Baseball completes sweep of USC with 14-6 victory

ASU used 13 hits from eight different players to roll to a 14-6 victory over USC, completing a three-game sweep of the Pac-10 visitors.

By Nick Kosmider | April 18, 2010

12 HOUR NIGHT WALK: ASU students Hayley Magerman and Emily O'Malley hold candlelit bags with handwritten messages in support of the fight against breast cancer during ASU's Relay for Life on Friday night. (Photo Courtesy of Mihcael Arellano)

Tempe’s Relay for Life raises $115,000 for charity

About 2,000 students and community members walked, ran, and camped out Friday night at the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life at ASU’s Sun Angel stadium.

By April Atwood | April 18, 2010

A piece of Tempe’s history

Attempting to save a piece of city history, some Tempe organizations are raising funds for the rehabilitation of one of the city’s oldest homes — the Eisendrath house.

By Kyle Daly | April 18, 2010

HONORING NO. 40: Runners decked out in their "6th Anuual Pat's Run" T-shirts start the 4.2 mile Run/Walk on the ASU campus Saturday morning. (Photo by Molly Smith)

Annual Pat’s Run draws record 28,000

A record 28,000 people showed up in the cool, early morning Saturday to participate in the sixth annual Pat’s Run to honor ASU alumnus and former Arizona Cardinal Pat Tillman.

By Maxfield Barker | April 18, 2010

CELEBRATING PRIDE: Marcus Jones II, Sarah Murray and Jon Pabillaran march with ASU's LGBTQ Coalition during the Pride Parade on Saturday afternoon. (Photo Courtesy of Jasmine Lester)

ASU groups join Phoenix Pride Festival

ASU students united on Saturday for the annual Pride Festival and Parade, joining marchers and festival attendees in support of the LGBTQ community.

By Joseph Schmidt | April 18, 2010

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