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Jaden Rashada to be ASU's starting quarterback to start 2023-24 season

True freshman Jaden Rashada, who committed to ASU after a multi-million dollar NIL deal at Florida fell through, will be the starting quarterback for the Sun Devils on opening night against Southern Utah.

By Alex Wakefield | August 22, 2023

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Opinion: ASU's move to the Big 12 will come at a cost to athletes and fans

Conference realignment and ASU's move from the Pac-12 to the Big 12 will hurt college athletes and their fans in ways that would have been avoided if realignment prioritized the athletes who compete in their respective sports. 

By Aaron Stigile | August 11, 2023

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How TV money and leadership decisions led ASU to the Big 12

The news of ASU's move to the Big 12 alongside UA and Utah came as a surprise to many, but the rise of television's influence in college sports and key decisions made by Pac-12 leadership gave ASU no choice.

By Alex Wakefield | August 11, 2023

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BREAKING: ASU, UA leaving Pac-12, joining the Big 12 conference

ASU, UA and Utah have all jumped from the Pac-12 to the Big 12 in a move that will send shockwaves across the college sports landscape. This upcoming season will be ASU's last in the Pac-12 in most sports.

By Alex Wakefield | August 4, 2023

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Colorado is leaving the Pac-12 for the Big 12. Here's what that means for ASU.

Colorado's departure from the Pac-12 to the Big 12 is yet another indication that the Pac-12 is in danger of further defections or even collapse if it cannot present its members with a satisfactory media rights deal. ASU and UArizona have both been identified as possible Big 12 targets.

By Alex Wakefield | August 2, 2023

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ASU football stadium renamed Mountain America Stadium

ASU has announced a 15-year naming rights partnership with a credit union, giving the University's football stadium a new name: Mountain America Stadium.

By Alex Wakefield | August 2, 2023

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ASU throwing legend Turner Washington prepares for "once-in-a-lifetime" WWE tryout

Five-time NCAA champion Turner Washington's elite physical skills and magnetic personality has put higher-ups at the WWE on notice for a NIL deal and tryout.

By Alfred Smith III | July 13, 2023

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ASU hockey joins NCHC for 2024-25 season

ASU Men's Hockey joins the NCHC, joining a conference of recent national champions like Denver and Minnesota Duluth.

By Alfred Smith III | July 5, 2023

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ASU women's tennis gears up for Pac-12 Tournament

With the regular season ending last week, the ASU women's tennis team hopes to make a deep run in the postseason following a very successful year.

By Rishi Oza | April 27, 2023

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ASU softball team prioritizes mental health through new coaching addition

ASU's mental performance coach, Justin Foster, has positively impacted the team in several ways this season.

By Alfred Smith III | April 27, 2023

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Built by brotherhood; freshman Luke Hill powers ASU baseball with excellent hitting

Freshman infielder Luke Hill has excelled as a Sun Devil after choosing to play for fellow shortstop Willie Bloomquist instead of powerhouse Southern programs.

By Jack Barron | April 26, 2023

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Opinion: Five reasons to vote no on Tempe entertainment district propositions

Tempe and ASU voters should reject entertainment district propositions 301, 302 and 303 because of their threats to sustainability and tax cuts for Alex Meruelo. 

By Aaron Stigile | April 26, 2023

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ASU water polo dives into conference tournament after challenging regular season

As the Sun Devil water polo season comes to an end, the team is looking to learn from the challenges they faced for next season.

By Katrina Michalak | April 26, 2023

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Women's golf winds down with Pac-12 Championship

The Sun Devils finished the conference season in fifth place at the Pac-12 championship, with freshman standout Beth Coulter taking second place individually.

By Katrina Michalak | April 19, 2023

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Conflicting economic analyses of Tempe entertainment district surface ahead of vote

Two conflicting reports released this week examine the economic impact of the Tempe entertainment district. Ballots will be mailed April 19 asking residents to approve a three-proposition proposal.

By Piper Hansen and Shane Brennan | April 18, 2023

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Tempe special election for Arizona Coyotes arena and entertainment district, explained

Ballots for the special election will be mailed Wednesday to Tempe residents. Featured prominently are three propositions that will establish the Tempe entertainment district, housing the Arizona Coyotes. 

By Piper Hansen , Shane Brennan and Alex Wakefield | April 17, 2023

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ASU softball infielder Jordyn VanHook breaks out in senior season

Senior infielder Jordyn VanHook has hit 15 home runs — just six away from the ASU single-season record — placing her in the top 10 nationally and top five in the Pac-12. 

By Alfred Smith III | April 17, 2023

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Despite new atmosphere in ASU football, questions still remain after Spring Game

A month of practices was concluded by the annual Spring Game Saturday, and some questions have been answered for ASU football, some not as to what the regular season will look like. 

By Vinny Deangelis | April 16, 2023

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Bermuda grass and the boys: ASU grounds crew creates perfection on the diamond

The ASU baseball grounds crew spends countless hours meticulously caring for a baseball field in the unforgiving heat of the desert.

By Jack Barron | April 13, 2023

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Inspired by Rocky, Luke Keaschall has been a crucial piece to ASU baseball

Keaschall has been a premier factor in ASU’s success this season on the diamond, in the dugout and in the locker room.

By Vinny Deangelis | April 13, 2023

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