Sports

ASU women's basketball fires head coach Natasha Adair

ASU women's basketball is parting ways with head coach Natasha Adair after her three-season tenure concluded with no winning records and a 29-62 overall record.

By Aya Abdeen | March 9, 2025

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Video: Derby Devils duke it out at ASU

The ASU Derby Devils are back in full force at Arizona State University.

By Brianna Chappie | March 6, 2025

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Constructing a roster: A look into successes and struggles throughout the Big 12

With the transfer portal well in effect, coaches have an even harder job in retaining and building a roster.

By Jack McCarthy | March 5, 2025

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Swing adjustments over the offseason give Isaiah Jackson more confidence

Junior outfielder Isaiah Jackson's swing overhaul during the offseason brings early success and confidence.

By Jack Janes | March 3, 2025

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ASU splits series against Omaha, awaits NCHC tournament pairing

ASU hockey split a road weekend series against Omaha in their final regular season games, making their NCAA tournament chances that much harder.

By Niall Rosenberg | March 2, 2025

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ASU women's basketball falls to rival UA on senior night

ASU was unable to pull off a comeback against rival UA as they fell 71-59 on senior night.

By Mason Seal | March 1, 2025

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Cam Skattebo named as defendant in 2023 lawsuit by former teammate

A lawsuit by a former player against ASU and the Arizona Board of Regents has named Sun Devil running back Cam Skattebo as a defendant.

By Pratham Valluri | February 28, 2025

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ASU water polo seeking strong finish for NCAA Tournament bid

No. 11 ASU is looking to cap off the regular season on a high note and has its sights set on an NCAA Tournament spot.

By Ethan Holtzinger | February 27, 2025

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Jeremy Accardo instills family culture in Sun Devil pitching staff

New ASU pitching coach Jeremy Accardo builds connections with his players to instill trust and confidence.

By Jack Janes | February 27, 2025

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Satire: Football players' group project garners national attention

The Valley rallied behind the ultimate group project line-up 

By Kate Gore | February 26, 2025

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ASU softball emphasizing strength and veteran leadership this season

A new class of ASU softball freshmen are being held to high Sun Devil standards to compete at the collegiate level. 

By Char O'Neil | February 25, 2025

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Why don't college hockey players fight?

Although fighting is banned in NCAA hockey with five-minute major penalties, players still insist on supporting their team in physical ways to send a message.

By Giovanni Barberio | February 25, 2025

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ASU men's basketball looks for leaders to step up as season slips away

A season full of frustration for ASU men's basketball has led to an even greater need for leadership within the team.

By Pratham Valluri | February 24, 2025

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ASU hockey sees a strong weekend against Western Michigan, not rewarded in rankings

The Sun Devils had an impressive series against Western Michigan, but the PairWise Rankings lowered ASU's standing as tournament hopes continue to linger. 

By Giovanni Barberio and Niall Rosenberg | February 24, 2025

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Gym Devil Kimberly Smith's battle through adversity results in new all-around talent

Junior all-around gymnast Kimberly Smith discusses her journey these past three years as she begins her first semester competing all around at ASU.

By Lauren Nuñez | February 24, 2025

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ASU hockey splits weekend series with No. 3 Western Michigan

No. 12 ASU hockey split the weekend series against No. 3 Western Michigan after an overtime loss in the final regular season home game.

By Giovanni Barberio | February 24, 2025

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BREAKING: BJ Freeman dismissed from men's basketball team amid conduct issues

The senior Sun Devil guard was dismissed from the team on Feb. 23.

By Jack McCarthy | February 23, 2025

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State Press Play: ASU sports editor breaks down the season

Join hosts Jude Banihani and Joahan Lopez for this week's State Press Play. Banihani interviews president of the Jordanian Student Association. Lopez interviews State Press Sports Editor, Jack Barron, all about ASU's uprise in sports this season. New episodes weekly.

By Jude Banihani and Joahan Lopez | February 22, 2025

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ASU hockey stuns No. 3 Western Michigan in must-win game

ASU hockey upset No. 3 Western Michigan in its biggest home game of the year backed by strong goalkeeping and defense.

By Niall Rosenberg | February 22, 2025

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Insight: Pickup basketball offers a fix to a polarizing era

Pickup basketball provides a foundation for community building.

By Sam Troester | February 19, 2025

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