Sports

Volleyball experiments on offense in anticipation of road stretch

Coach Jason Watson and his staff are trying something new in hopes it will bring a spark to an otherwise struggling Sun Devil volleyball team.

By Ben Margiott | October 23, 2013

Senior Kaitlyn Pavlovich jumps in anticipation of heading the ball in a game against Illinois on Sept. 7, 2013. ASU fell to the Illini 3-1on the road Saturday.(Photo by Arianna Grainey)

ASU soccer returns home after tough road stretch

The Sun Devil soccer team returns home after five consecutive road games. ASU has not played a game in Tempe since late September.

By Justin Janssen | October 23, 2013

Sean Ritchie takes the ice at a home game in Tempe. This week, 9 players from the hockey team were suspended for a violation of team rules. (Photo by Molly J. Smith)

9 ASU hockey players suspended for Thursday's game vs. No. 7 Delaware

Nine veterans on the ASU hockey team were suspended for Thursday's game against No. 7 Delaware. The team is expected to play with a short roster.

By Justin Emerson | October 23, 2013

Victory over UW provides full-circle experience for ASU LB Chris Young

Saturday's 53-24 victory over Washington was extra special for ASU senior linebacker Chris Young.

By Danny Shapiro | October 23, 2013

Don't cross the line between celebrating and showboating

While we may not always see it, the line between respect and showboating in sports is very important.

By Ian C. Beck | October 23, 2013

ASU takes 3rd place at the Bill Cullum Invitational behind play of Jon Rahm

Sophomore Jon Rahm holes 13 birdies en route to a second-place individual finish.

| October 23, 2013

Devil Dish: Offensive clinic coming in World Series

Both the Cardinals and the Red Sox have offensive squads that are going to steal the show and score big runs during the upcoming World Series.

| October 23, 2013

Redshirt freshman Nick Diamond will return to the pitching mound for the Sun Devils’ Baseball team this season after going through rehab because of drug and alcohol problems.

Sun Devil pitcher returns to team after off-field struggles

The rule is three strikes and you're out, but Nick Diamond would not stand for that.

By Ashley Black | October 22, 2013

Senior goalie Joe D'Elia stands in front of the goal during a game at home in Tempe.

Two goalies, one net: D'Elia, Levin friends amid starting battle

Joe D'Elia led the ASU hockey team to a final four appearance last season. ASU brought in touted recruit Robert Levin and despite the ongoing battle for ice time, the two remain supportive of each other.

By Justin Emerson | October 22, 2013

ASU volleyball looks to get back on track during road trip

The Sun Devil volleyball team is in a rut right now, and being on the road this weekend won't do it any favors.

By Ben Margiott | October 22, 2013

ASU tennis improving doubles play with practice

After struggling in the Michigan Invitational, the Sun Devils are working on — and improving — their doubles play.

By Evan Webeck | October 22, 2013

ASU football resting, yet remains focused on midseason bye week

ASU coach Todd Graham wants his team to maintain its momentum as it takes a 12-day break from games.

By Josh Nacion | October 22, 2013

ASU cross-country focused on improving for Pac-12 championships

With a week off, the cross-country teams look to continue training for NCAA regionals.

By Lorenzo Zazueta | October 22, 2013

Devil Dish: At height of playoffs, don't forget "clutch" isn't real

Two of baseball's most "clutch" players face off in the World Series, but really, they don't.

By Evan Webeck | October 22, 2013

SP Weekly: Concussion detection study with ASU football

Some of ASU's football players are being utilized as part of a scientific study looking to find better ways to detect and treat concussions.

By Courtland Jeffrey | October 21, 2013

Devil Dish: Coyotes deserve full attention of Phoenix sports fans

Now is the time to invest in the Phoenix Coyotes.

By Danny Shapiro | October 21, 2013

No. 2 ASU hockey sweeps weekend in Oklahoma

It took two clutch goals by two captains to edge out No. 3 Oklahoma, but ASU is still undefeated 10 games into the season.

By Justin Emerson | October 21, 2013

No. 22 volleyball swept twice, trying new combos offensively

What the ASU volleyball team has been doing isn't working anymore. It's time for a change.

By Ben Margiott | October 21, 2013

Slideshow: ASU Defeats Washington 53-24

By State Press Photo Staff | October 20, 2013

Pac-12 Roundup: Week 8

The Pac-12 didn't have any major upsets this weekend, but there were several statement wins.

| October 20, 2013

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