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In new AD Anderson, ASU President Crow gets his man

ASU president Michael Crow wanted a certain man for the open athletic director, one who wouldn't use ASU as a "stepping stone." He found that man in Ray Anderson.

By Justin Emerson | January 9, 2014

ASU President Michael Crow introduces new athletics director Ray Anderson at a press conference Thursday. Both said they see the transition as a new opportunity as well as a new destination for Anderson's career. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

NFL executive Ray Anderson announced as ASU athletic director

ASU president Michael Crow introduced Ray Anderson in a press conference on Thursday at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale.

By Josh Nacion | January 9, 2014

ASU men's basketball stresses transition defense following first Pac-12 games

The Sun Devils know transition defense has been a problem and emphasized on it in Tuesday's practice.

By Josh Nacion | January 8, 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

ASU football releases 2014 schedule, hosts UCLA, Stanford

The Sun Devils miss Oregon and Cal for the second straight year as they trade sites with their same Pac-12 opponents from last year.

By Josh Nacion | January 8, 2014

Gymnastics coach Spini announces retirement after 2014 season

ASU gymnastics coach John Spini announced in a press release Tuesday morning that he will step down after the 2014 season

By Evan Webeck | January 7, 2014

ASU men's basketball trounces Washington State, 66-47, behind Marshall's 26

Jermaine Marshall scores 20-plus points for the fifth time this season as ASU earns its first Pac-12 win of the year.

By Josh Nacion | January 5, 2014

Tyson Nash, NHL alumni play charity game vs. No. 1 ASU hockey, win 9-5

Led by Tyson Nash, former players from the Phoenix Coyotes and other NHL teams came to Tempe for an exhibition matchup vs. the No. 1 Sun Devils and came out on top.

By Justin Emerson | January 3, 2014

ASU men's basketball falters in Pac-12 opener vs. Washington, 76-65

The Sun Devils dug themselves into a hole with bad shooting and poor transition defense as they start conference play 0-1.

By Josh Nacion | January 2, 2014

No. 14 ASU football heads into shootout with Texas Tech at Holiday Bowl

Both Texas Tech and ASU are missing pieces on offense, but neither lacks motivation heading into 36th annual Holiday Bowl.

By Josh Nacion | December 29, 2013

ASU men's basketball overcomes size, conquers UC Irvine 74-61

The Sun Devils battled cold shooting and a height mismatch to end the non-conference schedule at 11-2.

By Josh Nacion | December 28, 2013

Marshall scores 27 as ASU men's basketball trumps Texas Tech 76-62

Jermaine Marshall shot 7-for-10 from the 3-point line as the Sun Devils remain undefeated at home.

By Josh Nacion | December 21, 2013

Shaq McKissic drops 19 points as ASU men's basketball destroys Grambling 97-55

Shaquielle McKissic had another bounce-back game as the Sun Devils remain perfect at home.

By Josh Nacion | December 14, 2013

Women's hoops wins ASU Classic with 'ugly' overtime win vs. Long Beach State

The Sun Devils turned the ball over 26 times in an overtime victory against CSULB.

By Ben Margiott | December 8, 2013

Stanford wins battle of seniors to clinch second straight Rose Bowl berth

The Cardinal seniors ensured a second straight Pac-12 title.

By Danny Shapiro | December 8, 2013

ASU football runs out of the Pat Tillman tunnel before the Pac-12 Championship game, Saturday Dec. 7 2013. (Dominic Valente/ The State Press)

No. 11 ASU football's Rose Bowl hopes fall short in 38-14 loss to No. 7 Stanford

ASU lost its first home game of the 2013 season to No. 7 Stanford Saturday.

By Josh Nacion | December 7, 2013

Stanford football punches ticket to Rose Bowl with 38-14 win over ASU

Only one word was needed to describe Stanford's offense on Saturday night: Explosive.

| December 7, 2013

Final: Stanford 38 ASU 14

Stanford finished off a dominating performance by shutting out ASU in the second half to win 38-14, clinching its second straight Rose Bowl appearance. The Cardinal (11-2, 7-2 Pac-12) put the game away on the first drive of the fourth quarter, marching 99 yards finished off with a 24-yard pass from junior quarterback Kevin Hogan to junor receiver Ty Montgomery, his second touchdown of the night. The Sun Devils (10-3, 8-1 Pac-12) took the ball down the field on their opening drive of the second half but came out without points because freshman placekicker Zane Gonzalez missed a 31-yard field goal, his first miss since the teams' first meeting Sept.

By Danny Shapiro | December 7, 2013

First half recap: Stanford 28 ASU 14

The Cardinal struck early and often to build a double-digit halftime lead.

By Danny Shapiro | December 7, 2013

ASU women’s hoops embarrasses Sacred Heart in ASU Classic opener

The Pioneers scored just 11 points in the first half as the Sun Devils cruised to victory at home.

By Ben Margiott | December 7, 2013

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