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ASU sophomore starting pitcher Zach Dixon (6) tosses the ball to first base after a Cowboys batter hit it in front of the mound during a baseball game versus the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017. ASU lost the game 18-4. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

ASU baseball wins opener and loses series to No. 1 Texas Christian University

The Sun Devils won in game one but weren’t able to hold leads in game two and three in a series loss at TCU.

By Mark Harris and Matt Layman | February 26, 2017

The ASU swim and dive team finishes a relay in a match against Stanford on Jan. 20, 2017.

Women's swim and dive finishes just outside top-five at Pac-12 Championships

Despite strong freshman performances and individual person bests, the Sun Devils couldn't mount a fifth-place finish in Washington.

By Anthony Totri | February 26, 2017

Freshman Brinson Pasichnuk (39) looks to pass the puck in the game against Simon Fraser at the Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017.

ASU hockey finishes season with big win over US U-18

In the final game of their careers, a pair of ASU hockey seniors shined as the Sun Devils ended their season with a win on Saturday.

By Matt Layman | February 25, 2017

Junior outfielder Nichole Chilson (49) swings at the ball in a game against Purdue at Alberta B. Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. The Sun Devils won the game, 3-0.

Red-hot bats lead ASU softball to sound victory over Texas

ASU softball came out firing to beat the Texas Longhorns, winning for the second time in three games at the Mary Nutter Classic by a final of 9-6.

By Jeff Griffith | February 25, 2017

ASU sophomore Sammi Hampton competes in a singles match against Nevada at the Whitemans Tennis Center in Tempe, Arizone on Friday Feb. 17, 2017.

ASU women's tennis takes care of business against San Diego State University

No. 30 ASU women's tennis shut out San Diego State University, in match one of a back-to-back weekend set in San Diego.

By Joe Jacquez | February 25, 2017

Junior Kyle Long throws the discuss for ASU track and field at the 2016 Baldy Castillo Invitational at Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, March 19, 2016.

ASU track and field set personal records at MPSF Championships

Sun Devils set multiple personal records in the MPSF Championship in Washington.

By Josh Zaklis | February 25, 2017

ASU men's basketball manager Scott Geerling carries water for players at a game against WSU at Beasley Coliseum in Pullman, Washington on Feb. 18, 2017.

A Dynamic Duo: two team managers play crucial roles for ASU men's basketball

Juniors Corey Littman and Scott Geerling dedicate long hours and hard work behind the scenes for the ASU men's basketball team.

By Ryan Clarke | February 25, 2017

ASU freshman guard Kiara Russell (4) tries to drive around USC guard Courtney Jaco during a women's basketball game against the University of Southern California Trojans in Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017. ASU won 69-62. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

ASU women's basketball ousts USC after dominant fourth quarter

The Sun Devils used a "Starbucks shot" of momentum to run away from USC in the fourth quarter on Friday night in Tempe.

By Jeff Griffith | February 25, 2017

ASU hockey falls in exhibition game at USNTDP

In the first of two exhibition games to finish its season, ASU hockey couldn't overcome a large deficit on the road.

By Matt Layman | February 25, 2017

Sophomore infielder Taylor Becerra (26) up to bat in a game against Purdue at Alberta B. Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. The Sun Devils won the game, 3-0.

ASU softball splits doubleheader at Mary Nutter Classic

Junior pitcher Breanna Macha improved to 3-1 on the season and recorded her fourth complete game.

By Annaliese Leon | February 24, 2017

The ASU swim and dive team competes against Stanford on Jan. 20, 2017.

Women stay strong, but fall behind on first two days of Pac-12 Swim and Dive Championships

The Sun Devils put their regular season success behind them in pursuit of a top five finish at the swim and dive Pac-12 Championships.

By Anthony Totri | February 24, 2017

UCLA sophomore guard Aaron Holiday (3) drives towards the basket with ASU junior guard Tra Holder (0) guarding during a men's basketball game versus the Arizona State Sun Devils in Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017. ASU lost the game 87-75. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

Depth reaches breaking point for ASU men's basketball in loss to UCLA

Depth remains a glaring weakness for ASU men's basketball in the stretch run of its season.

By Ryan Clarke | February 24, 2017

ASU senior guard Torian Graham (4) goes up for a layup with UCLA freshman guard Lonzo Ball (2) guarding during a men's basketball game versus the UCLA Bruins in Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017. ASU lost the game 87-75. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

ASU men's basketball outmuscled by No. 5 UCLA

The Sun Devils were overmatched in the post, allowing the Bruins to take control

By Matthew Tonis | February 24, 2017

Kelsey Moos brought winning mentality and unparalleled leadership to ASU women's basketball

Soon-to-be ASU women's basketball alumna, Moos brought a winning mentality and a home-grown work ethic as a leader for the Sun Devils.

By Jeff Griffith | February 23, 2017

ASU’s Josh Kramer wrestles against CSU Bakersfield at the Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017. ASU won overall 26-15.

ASU and Stanford wrestling headline the Pac-12 Championships this Sunday

The postseason has arrived as ASU travels to Stanford, CA in hope of winning its first Pac-12 Championship since 2006.

By Felipe Corral Jr. | February 23, 2017

ASU readshirt junior (1) Mia Rycraw leaps to save an attempt from UCSB during the water polo game at Mona Plummer Aquatic Center, Tempe, Arizona on Sunday, Jan. 29th, 2017.

Women's water polo goalkeeper finds success balancing academics and athletics

Through diligence and a willingness to put in effort, Sun Devil water polo goalkeeper Mia Rycraw achieves high academic honors.

By Kelly Broderick | February 23, 2017

Then-freshman Linnea Strom chips her ball out of the rough on the fifth hole Friday, April 8, 2016 during the 2016 Ping ASU Invitational at Karsten Golf Course in Tempe, Arizona.

Recent success fuels excitement for ASU women's golf as spring nears

On the heels of a second-place finish at the Northrop Grumman Regional Challenge, ASU women's golf hopes to ride that momentum into the thick of its spring schedule.

By Michael Baron | February 22, 2017

ASU freshman guard Kiara Russell (4) goes up for a layup with Wildcats guard Lucia Alonso guarding during a women's basketball game versus the University of Arizona Wildcats in McKale Memorial Center in Tucson, Arizona on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017. ASU lost the game, 62-58. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

Stanford back on top, movement throughout the Pac-12 in latest women's hoops rankings

There was a lot of movement this in our Pac-12 women's basketball power rankings, but ASU stayed put at No. 5.

By Jeff Griffith | February 22, 2017

Graduate Student Robbie Baillargeon (9) works his way to the goal at the ASU versus RPI Men's Hockey game in Tempe, Arizona, on November 26. 2016.

Quiet and confident, Robbie Baillargeon brought ‘professionalism’ to ASU hockey

Although he was with ASU hockey for just one season, the graduate forward said he thinks of himself as a Sun Devil first and foremost.

By Matt Layman | February 22, 2017

Junior Wade Murphy (15) takes a shot in the game against Simon Fraser at the Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017.

Numbers show ASU hockey’s losing record was due in part to schedule, special teams

In breaking down the stats for Sun Devil hockey, it’s revealed that ASU might be better than its record indicates.

By Matt Layman | February 21, 2017

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