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ASU softball's Amber Freeman selected 11th overall in the NPF Draft

The 33 picks of the 2015 National Pro Fastpitch Draft were announced on Wednesday, and ASU softball senior catcher Amber Freeman was selected with the No. 11 pick by the USSSA Pride.

By Ryan Clarke | April 1, 2015

Sophomore Chelsea Gonzales hits a three-run homerun in the bottom of the third inning against California at Farrington Stadium in Tempe on Friday March 20, 2015. The Sun Devils defeated the Bears 8-7. (Jacob Stanek/ The State Press)

Pac-12 softball power rankings: ASU jumps to No. 3

The Sun Devils move up two spots after series victories over Cal and Arizona.

By Ryan Clarke | March 30, 2015

Sun Devil Snapshot: A head coaching search, and career days on the diamond.

Herb Sendek is out as ASU men's basketball coach, and ASU baseball has a wild weekend.

By Fabian Ardaya | March 30, 2015

ASU softball obliterated by Arizona in game three, still takes series

The Sun Devils couldn't come up with a series sweep over their rivals after being dominated 11-1 on Sunday.

By Ryan Clarke | March 29, 2015

Freshman Brynley Steele celebrates after hitting a game-tying homerun in the bottom of the fifth inning against California at Farrington Stadium in Tempe on Friday March 20, 2015. The Sun Devils defeated the Bears 8-7. (Jacob Stanek/ The State Press)

ASU softball clinches series over rival Arizona with dominant 9-4 victory

The Sun Devils gained a Territorial Cup point with the series win over the Wildcats on Saturday.

By Ryan Clarke | March 28, 2015

ASU sophomore shortstop Chelsea Gonzalez follows through after hitting a single vs. Indiana softball at Farrington Stadium on Feb. 7, 2015. Gonzalez’s hit would be part of a massive 6-run inning for the Sun Devils as they romped over the visiting Hoosiers 10-2. (Daniel Kwon/ The State Press)

ASU softball takes game one over Arizona thanks to Chelsea Gonzales’ grand slam

The Sun Devils fought hard for a dominant victory over the rival Wildcats.

By Ryan Clarke | March 27, 2015

Senior designated player Amber Freeman hits a double in a game against Cal on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Golden Bears 6-5. (Kat Simonovic/The State Press)

ASU softball striving for consistency entering series with Arizona

The Sun Devils look to find their identity on the road and take down the arch-rival Wildcats in the Territorial Cup.

By Ryan Clarke | March 26, 2015

ASU senior catcher Amber Freeman throws up the pitchforks after hitting a solo home run during the ASU vs. Indiana softball game at Farrington Stadium on Feb. 7, 2015. Freeman’s pinch hitting would
prove clutch for the Sun Devils, helping their offense to 10-2 explosion over the visiting Hoosiers.

Amber Freeman’s farewell season defined by her leadership

Amber Freeman was never supposed to be here. After being told at age 11 that she would never play softball again, the senior catcher has defied the odds and grown into a two-time All-American, staking her claim as one of the greatest Sun Devils of all time. She has also grown into a vocal and emotional leader within this ASU team. “I feel like I’m always being a teacher, trying to guide (my teammates) along,” Freeman said.

By Ryan Clarke | March 25, 2015

Senior outfielder Sierra Rodriguez slides safely into home plate for another Sun Devil run on Sunday, March 22, 2015, at Farrington Stadium as the ASU Sun Devils faced off with the California Bears. (J. Bauer-Leffler/ The State Press)

Sun Devil Snapshot: Who survived and advanced?

The ASU men's basketball team fell in the second round of the NIT, but the women are headed to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

By Fabian Ardaya | March 23, 2015

Senior Amber Freeman hits her 50th career home run Sunday afternoon, March 22, 2015, at Farrington Stadium against the California Golden Bears. ASU would go on to win the game and the series. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

ASU softball takes series over California with dominant 11-6 win

The Sun Devils move into a series with rival Arizona after taking two of three from the No. 12 Golden Bears.

By Ryan Clarke | March 22, 2015

ASU softball collapses late, drops game two vs. California

The Golden Bears and Sun Devils are tied at a game apiece after ASU's heartbreaking loss on Saturday.

By Ryan Clarke | March 21, 2015

Freshman Breanna Macha allows seven runs on nine hits in six innings pitched against California at Farrington Stadium in Tempe on Friday March 20, 2015. The Sun Devils defeated the Bears 8-7. (Jacob Stanek/ The State Press)

ASU softball starts three game series with narrow 8-7 victory over California

The Sun Devils fought off a talented Golden Bears team on Friday for their 21st win of the season.

By Ryan Clarke | March 20, 2015

ASU freshman Brynley Steele attempts to take second base against Michigan junior Sierra Romero, Sunday March 1, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils lost to the Wolverines 6-2. (Krista Tillman/The State Press)

ASU softball prepares for three-game series against No. 12 California

The Sun Devils return to Farrington for three games against Cal before hitting the road again until April 17.

By Ryan Clarke | March 19, 2015

Pac-12 softball power rankings: Oregon, UCLA hold the top spots

With six of nine teams ranked in the top 25 nationally, the Pac-12 has potential to be the best conference in college softball.

By Ryan Clarke | March 16, 2015

Sun Devil Snapshot: Baseball retakes spotlight

As the winter sports come to a close, America's pastime is at the forefront for ASU

By Fabian Ardaya | March 16, 2015

Freshman Dale Ryndak throws a pitch against University of Michigan at Farrington Stadium on Friday Feb. 27, 2015. (Jacob Stanek/State Press)

ASU softball finishes Judi Garman Classic 4-1 after Saturday split

With two wins this weekend over highly ranked teams and a 4-1 road record, ASU softball is confident entering Pac-12 play.

By Ryan Clarke | March 7, 2015

ASU senior Sierra Rodriguez attempts to take second base against Michigan sophomore Abby Ramirez, Sunday March 1, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils lost to the Wolverines 6-2. (Krista Tillman/The State Press)

ASU softball knocks off another top ten team, dominates No. 9 Baylor

ASU softball has been unflappable in its first three road games of 2015.

By Ryan Clarke | March 6, 2015

Senior right fielder Sierra Rodriguez scores against Binghamton, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Bearcats 22-5. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

ASU softball starts Judi Garman Classic 2-0, including upset of No. 3 Michigan

Another day, another walk-off victory for the Sun Devils.

By Ryan Clarke | March 5, 2015

ASU junior Jennifer Soria hits a single against Michigan, Sunday March 1, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils lost to the Wolverines 6-2. (Krista Tillman/The State Press)

ASU softball tournament preview: The Judi Garman Classic

ASU softball's first road trip of 2015 will be the biggest challenge yet for the Sun Devils this season.

By Ryan Clarke | March 4, 2015

ASU sophomore Chelsea Gonzales runs the bases after hitting a home run against Michigan, Sunday March 1, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils lost to the Wolverines 6-2. (Krista Tillman/The State Press)

Michigan home runs too much to overcome for ASU softball

Michigan scored all six of its runs on the home run ball, which proved to be fatal for ASU softball.

By Justin Toscano | March 1, 2015

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