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Popescue lights out on the mound; Cooper relieved after two

Sophomore Alexis Cooper started her second career game for ASU, but after a difficult second inning Mackenzie Popescue closed with five nearly perfect innings.

| February 14, 2014

ASU softball to be challenged in Littlewood Classic by reigning NCAA champ Oklahoma

ASU softball will be facing its first true challenge of the season as the Sun Devils take on the 2013 NCAA Champions, the Oklahoma Sooners, to open up the Littlewood Classic on Saturday.

| February 12, 2014

ASU softball bats never rest at Farrington Stadium for practice

After putting up intimidating numbers at the Kajikawa Classic, the Sun Devils are still hard at work in every drill from base running to pitching.

| February 11, 2014

ASU softball shows its offensive strength in Kajikawa Classic

The season is officially underway and after sweeping the Kajikawa Classic over the weekend, the Sun Devils showed that their talent thrives under new head coach Craig Nicholson.

| February 10, 2014

ASU softball rides offensive explosion to sweep of Kajikawa Classic

The Sun Devils scored 17 runs Sunday en route to a 5-0 record in the Kajikawa Classic.

| February 9, 2014

ASU softball offensive outburst over NC State leads to third straight victory

The Sun Devils are 3-0 in the Kajikawa Classic and play Penn State Saturday.

| February 7, 2014

ASU softball shuts out Creighton, New Mexico to dominate Opening Day

The Sun Devils dominated both offensively and defensively in their opening day doubleheader performances against Creighton and New Mexico.

| February 6, 2014

For ASU softball's Cheyenne Coyle, coaches change but talent doesn't

Cheyenne Coyle is now on her third head softball coach in her collegiate career, but coaching changes cannot change raw talent.

| February 5, 2014

ASU softball goes into Kajikawa Classic with battle for second base

With the season starting in only two days, countless possibilities open with the start of the first pitch.

| February 5, 2014

ASU softball media day: Home run derby shows offensive prowess

With less than one week until opening day the Sun Devils' home run derby is not just fun for the athletes, but a demonstration of what's to come in the season.

| February 2, 2014

ASU softball to be more offensive under new coach Craig Nicholson

Opening day is less than two weeks away, and the team is excited to begin the season and execute under new head coach Craig Nicholson.

| January 29, 2014

ASU softball looks to continue success under new coach Craig Nicholson

Under the guidance of new coach Craig Nicholson, the ASU softball team is primed and ready for its opening day on Feb. 6.

| January 21, 2014

Ray Anderson, ASU's new athletic director, is introduced by President Michael Crow at a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 9. Both said they see the transition as a new opportunity as well as a new destination for Anderson's career. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

Update: Ray Anderson confirmed as ASU athletic director

Various media outlets have reported former NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations Ray Anderson will be named ASU athletic director

By Evan Webeck | January 8, 2014

Chelsea Gonzales battling to get into ASU softball lineup

Freshman infielder Chelsea Gonzales turned in quite a debut for the ASU softball team in their 18-1 victory over Yavapai College to begin their fall exhibition schedule.

By Justin Janssen | October 5, 2013

ASU softball adjusting to life with a new coach

ASU held their first official practice with their new coach

By Justin Janssen | October 1, 2013

During the Good Sports: Gametime and Playtime in Tempe lecture Thursday night at the Tempe History Museum, associate head women’s basketball coach Amanda Levens speaks about the adversity women go through in the college and professional sports worlds.

ASU coaches talk women's sports

ASU's softball and women's basketball coaches spoke at the Tempe History Museum for the first of eight lectures on the history of sports.

| September 19, 2013

The Territorial Series Cup is displayed on the field at UA's football stadium. The cup currently resides on UA's campus, in the Jim Click Hall of Champions. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Territorial Cup Series: More than just football

While the focus of the rivalry between ASU and UA is on the football game, the Territorial Cup Series encompasses all NCAA sports in which both schools participate.

By Justin Emerson | September 4, 2013

Q&A: New softball coach Nicholson talks season goals, coaching philosophy

The State Press sat down with new ASU softball coach Craig Nicholson to talk about the upcoming season, returning players and his expectations for the program.

By Justin Janssen | August 10, 2013

ASU softball hires Craig Nicholson as head coach

Nicholson most recently coached at Ball State, where he compiled a 241-162 (.598) record in seven seasons as head coach, including an NCAA tournament appearance in 2010.

By Justin Janssen | June 30, 2013

Diverse group of ASU employees, students play softball

The ASU Intra-University Softball League is looking for more players for the fall semester.

By Julia Shumway | June 25, 2013

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