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From Villanova to The Valley, David Avit looks to turn heads in Tempe

In a stacked running back room, Villanova transfer David Avit looks to be the next great FCS running back to play in Tempe.

By Alex Swift | March 26, 2026

Broadcasters and podcasters: How ASU sports media connects fans, coaches, athletes

ASU sports broadcasters and managers discuss the role of media in bridging the gap between fans, coaches and Sun Devil Athletics.

By Brooklyn Smith | March 3, 2026

The devils behind the disguise

Students inside the mascot costume, creative costuming decisions and established personality traits define the image of Sparky the Sun Devil.

By Brooklyn Smith | February 12, 2026

'Game Day' at ASU helps introduce local Arizona schools to engineering and STEM careers

"Game Day" was hosted at Mountain American Stadium to introduce students to engineering.

By Allison Lillestol | February 4, 2026

Satire: Sparky says height matters

The intense journey of becoming a beloved mascot.

By Lexi Janusee | January 29, 2026

Tempe road closures loom as officials detail preparation process and strategies

Tempe and ASU officials break down their event preparation process, including closing off roads.

By Emilio Alvarado | January 14, 2026

ASU's athletic bands invigorate Sun Devil game days

From fight songs to Ozzy Osbourne tributes, the Sun Devil Marching Band's performances at athletic events are a constant.

By Pratham Valluri | January 12, 2026

BREAKING: High-ranked wide receiver picks ASU in transfer portal

After a breakout season in Colorado, Omarion Miller joins the Sun Devils, hoping to continue his production.

By Alex Swift | January 5, 2026

Live updates: ASU football transfer portal tracker

Stay up to date with all the ASU football transfer portal news, with updated newcomers and players who have left.

By State Press Staff | January 2, 2026

Giving and taking: a team built of transfers likely to dive back into portal

The Sun Devils used a team of transfers to battle with ACC champion Duke and show a strong foundation with missing starters in loss.

By Alan Deutschendorf | January 1, 2026

Late turnovers lead to ASU football's loss in Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl

Late turnovers led to ASU football's loss to Duke in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl.

By Niall Rosenberg | December 31, 2025

BREAKING: ASU football head coach Kenny Dillingham signs 5-year extension

After a successful three seasons in Tempe, Dillingham signs a 5-year contract extension and will stay the Sun Devils' coach into the future.

By Alex Swift | December 20, 2025

BREAKING: Sam Leavitt intends to enter transfer portal, reports say

After an incredible two-year run, it looks as though Sam Leavitt's time as a Sun Devil might be up.

By Jack McCarthy | December 8, 2025

BREAKING: ASU football to play Duke in Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl

Devils clash as ASU faces ACC champion Duke in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on New Year's Eve.

By Jack McCarthy | December 7, 2025

Video: Recap of the 2025 Territorial Cup Game

This year’s Territorial Cup game was held at Mountain America Stadium. Multitudes of ASU students and fans showed out to support the Sun Devil football team in hopes of keeping the Territorial Cup in Tempe. Ultimately, the University of Arizona found a 23-7 victory against ASU.

By Kate Nakamura | December 1, 2025