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Freshman outside hitter Macey Gardner (12) bumps the ball to sophomore outside hitter Nora Tuioti-Mariner (1) during ASU’s 3-0 loss to No. 3 Oregon on Oct. 20. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU volleyball ends losing streak in win over Oregon State

The Sun Devils (14-9, 3-7 Pac-12) defeated Oregon State on Friday night, but dropped their game to No. 3 Oregon on Saturday evening.

By Troy Lopez | October 21, 2012

Senior Jin Song works on his swing during a Sept. 21 practice before the Pac-12 Preview. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Men’s golf eyes strong finish in final fall invitational

Following a letdown in the Alister MacKenzie Invitational last week, the ASU men’s golf team looks to get back on track in the Bill Cullum Invitational.

By Justin Janssen | October 21, 2012

The Diablos look to soar back into the national spotlight. Photo courtesy of Stefan Hill.

Pitchfork Sports: Diablos get ready for season

As the weather cools off and the summer fades, a popular backyard sport becomes real as the ASU Ultimate Frisbee team tries to make their way back to the national spotlight.

By Evan Triantafilidis | October 20, 2012

Junior defensive tackle Will Sutton waves to fans as he leaves Thursday’s game against Oregon with an apparent right knee injury. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Defense falls apart after Sutton leaves game vs. Oregon

There’s a bigger issue at hand than Puddles the Duck: the health of Will Sutton.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 18, 2012

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Oregon gets spark from Barner, rout Sun Devils

The Ducks then took advantage of the next 59 minutes of the game and dominated the Sun Devils 43-21.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 18, 2012

Expansion of MLB replay inevitable

Additional instant replay in the MLB is inevitable.

By Justin Janssen | October 18, 2012

Freshman forward Cali Farquharson (17) controls the ball with freshman mid-fielder Tommi Goodman (5) trailing in the Sun Devil’s 5-4 double overtime win over USC on Sept. 28. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football downed by No. 3 Oregon 43-21

The Ducks defeated the Sun Devils 43-21 in a game that wasn't nearly as close as the score indicates.

By William Boor | October 18, 2012

Women’s golf’s Ordonez questionable with back injury

The No. 3 ASU women’s golf team returns to the course in the Stanford Intercollegiate Oct. 19-21.

By Justin Janssen | October 18, 2012

Fireworks shoot into the air above Sun Devil Stadium, after ASU's last touchdown during the ASU vs. Oregon game Thursday night. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU soccer up against OSU, UO for critical road stretch

The road to the NCAA Tournament starts this weekend in Oregon as the Sun Devils travel north to face the Beavers and Ducks in their final road games of the season.

By Danny Shapiro | October 18, 2012

New NBA doping claim can turn disastrous

If WADA’s claims are true, this can open up a can of worms for the NBA and change how basketball players may be portrayed in general.

By Josh Nacion | October 18, 2012

LIVE: ASU vs. Oregon

Follow The State Press as we cover Thursday's Blackout game at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Ariz.

By CManager | October 18, 2012

ASU vs. Oregon

Unranked ASU faces No. 3 Oregon in the biggest challenge this season tonight at 6 p.m. in Sun Devil Stadium.

By CManager | October 18, 2012

Redshirt junior defensive back Robert Nelson gave his pink gloves from his first interception against Colorado to his mother, Carlene, in honor of her struggle to defeat breast cancer. (Photo courtesy of Robert Nelson)

Nelson honors his mother, a breast cancer survivor

Robert Nelson dedicated his biggest play as a Sun Devil to his mother Carlene Gray, who motivates Nelson while he’s 2,100 miles away from home.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 17, 2012

De'Anthony Thomas had a quiet game rushing for only 26 yards and 28 yards recieving during Oregon's 51-26 victory over the Cougars at Centurylink Field. (Alex McDougall/Emerald)

Oregon heads into ASU’s hostile environment

Unranked ASU may be No. 3 Oregon’s biggest challenge this season.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 17, 2012

Senior outside hitter Erica Wilson (10) celebrates a point with junior libero Caitlyn Francis (14) after a point in the loss to Colorado on Oct. 12. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU volleyball back at home, Oregon, Oregon State on deck

The Sun Devils square off against the Oregon State Beavers and the No. 3 Oregon Ducks in two primetime match-ups on Friday and Saturday.

By Troy Lopez | October 17, 2012

Byron Marshall ran for 60 yards and a touchdown during Oregon's 52-21 victory over Washington. (Alex McDougall/Emerald)

Marshall brothers to square off Thursday night

When Oregon visits Arizona State on Thursday, the Marshall brothers will square off for the first time.

By William Boor | October 17, 2012

Redshirt junior cornerback Osahon Irabor communicates with his teammates during the Sun Devils' 45-14 win over Illinois on Sept. 8. (Photo by Vince Dwyer)

CB Irabor prides himself on being physical

Osahon Irabor has been using his hands to hit, push or do anything to make a receiver’s life miserable.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 17, 2012

The Edge: ASU could upset No. 3 Oregon

ASU will remain undefeated at home after Thursday night.

By Master Tesfatsion | October 17, 2012

Redshirt sophomore Taylor Kelly puts out the ball for a handoff in ASU’s 63-6 victory over NAU on Aug. 30. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU football anxiously awaits hyped match-up vs. Oregon

The anticipated atmosphere for ASU’s bout against the No. 3 Ducks is one full of energy.

By William Boor | October 17, 2012

Junior running back Marion Grice carries the ball into the end zone for one of his three touchdown receptions in ASU’s 51-17 victory on Oct. 11 over Colorado. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU utilizes RB Grice talents on offense

Junior running back Marion Grice had great success catching the ball against Colorado last week.

By Edmund Hubbard | October 17, 2012

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