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Ianeta Hutchinson defends the goal in a game against UCLA on Mar. 5, 2011. Hutchinson and the Sun Devils look to improve upon their 8-0 record this season. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Water polo looks to extend perfect record in San Diego

The Sun Devils will hit the road this weekend to play in the UCSD Tournament in San Diego.

By Farrah Wade | February 8, 2012

Washington forward Aziz N’Diaye (right) backs down Ruslan Pateev (left) in a game against ASU on Jan. 26. The Huskies are one of the most talented teams in the Pac-12. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU, USC round out Pac-12 power rankings

As we draw closer to the big dance, here is where the Pac-12 stands with just four weeks left of conference play.

By Master Tesfatsion | February 8, 2012

Graham adds six to football staff

Changes continue to come for the ASU football program. As coach Todd Graham continues to seek for coaches to fill the final few vacancies on his coaching staff, he made six new hires Wednesday.

By William Boor | February 8, 2012

Senior Olivia Major looks to pass in a game against Stanford on Feb. 2. Major’s outside shooting has helped her climb into the starting lineup. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Women’s hoops looks to overcome recent struggles

The ASU women’s basketball team lost two conference games at home last weekend and is looking to turn things around.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 8, 2012

Janae Fulcher looks to shoot in a game against Stanford on Feb. 2. Fulcher, a California native, views the women’s basketball team as her family away from home. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Janae Fulcher on family, rest of women’s basketball season

Redshirt junior forward Janae Fulcher spent some time with The State Press to talk about family, the team’s second unit and the remainder of the season.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 8, 2012

Despite struggles, basketball deserves fan support

It seems to me the allegiance of Sun Devil fans fluctuates from season to season, based on how well the team is doing.

By Kyle Newman | February 8, 2012

Trent Lockett looks to score in a game against Oregon on Jan. 12. Lockett expects to return from an ankle injury when the Sun Devils host the Utah Utes. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Lockett expects to play against Utah

After making progress on his ankle injury, junior guard and team leader Trent Lockett expects to make his full return to the court for the Sun Devils.

By Master Tesfatsion | February 8, 2012

Jordan and Malia Bachynski will celebrate nine months of marriage on Feb. 13. Jordan credits Malia’s encouragement as the main source for his success. (Photo courtesy of the Bachynski’s)

Bachynski finds inspiration, motivation from wife

Jordan and Malia Bachynski will celebrate nine months of marriage on Feb. 13. Jordan describes his wife as “as close to perfection as you can get,” believing he wouldn’t be half the player he is on the court without her.

By Master Tesfatsion | February 8, 2012

Jada Blackwell dribbles the ball in a game against UTEP on Dec. 28, 2011. The Sun Devils look to snap their two-game losing streak when they visit Utah. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Women’s basketball looks to complete sweeps of Utah, Colorado

The ASU women’s basketball team travels to face Utah and Colorado this weekend. ASU swept these opponents when they visited Tempe last month.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 8, 2012

Beaté Jones performs a routine on the balance beam in a meet against UA on Jan. 27. The Gym Devils look to sweep the season series against the Wildcats. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Gymnastics to face tough competition from Wildcats, Utes

This weekend’s meets against UA and Utah will give the Sun Devils an opportunity to prove they can compete with the best teams in the nation.

By Gian Demano | February 8, 2012

Rebecca Ejdervik swims the breaststroke in a meet against Wisconsin on Nov. 5, 2011. Ejdervik is one of nine seniors that will be recognized against UA on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Swim and dive gear up for top-ranked UA

The ASU men’s swim and dive program is gearing up to face its rival Saturday when the Sun Devils host No. 1 UA to close their dual-meet season.

By Josh Nacion | February 8, 2012

Dallas Escobedo prepares to pitch in a game against Texas A&M on May 27, 2011. Escobedo will lead the Sun Devils in their season opener against Western Michigan in the Kajikawa Classic. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Softball looks to repeat success in Kajikawa Classic

The No. 1 ASU softball team is set to take the field seven times from Thursday to Sunday in the Kajikawa Classic.

By John McKelvey III | February 8, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 9

At 33 years old, Kobe Bryant continues to play basketball as if he's never aged.

By Troy Lopez | February 8, 2012

Deven Marrero squares up for a bunt in a game against UA on Mar. 27, 2011. Marrero is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft by various scouting services. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Marrero headlines talented Sun Devils’ roster

The ASU baseball team will rely heavily on Deven Marrero, along with the other two returners, to provide offensive stability for the No. 17 Sun Devils.

By Tyler Emerick | February 8, 2012

Australian native shines for water polo team

Gaining Kap 7 MPSF Player of the Week honors for her play in the UC Santa Barbara Winter Invite, senior Alicia Brightwell has made quite an impact on the water polo program.

By Farrah Wade | February 7, 2012

Junior pitcher Brady Rodgers fields questions from the media at ASU Baseball Media Day Feb. 7. Rodgers finished the 2011 season with a 9-4 record and expects to be a major part of the team going forward. (Photo by Tyler Emerick)

Rodgers, Barrett to lead ASU pitching staff

At the top of the ASU baseball team’s pitching staff is a group of veteran arms poised to build off a strong 2011 campaign, but behind the returners is uncertainty.

By Tyler Emerick | February 7, 2012

Laura Blanco putts during practice Jan. 26, 2011. Blanco responded with a solid third round after an inconsistent day two in the Wildcat Invitational. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Women's golf inconsistent at Wildcat Invitational

The ASU women’s golf team fell victim to UA’s significant home-course advantage in the Wildcat Invitational at the Vistoso Golf Club in Tucson.

By Justin Janssen | February 7, 2012

Suggs named NFL Defensive Player of the Year

Former Chandler Hamilton High School and ASU standout Terrell Suggs was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year.

By Trevor Paxton | February 7, 2012

Six Sun Devils invited to scouting combine

Six ASU football players will participate in the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis Feb. 22-28.

By William Boor | February 7, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 8

Less people watched the sixth annual DIRECTV Celebrity Beach Bowl game than the Super Bowl XLVI, but it may have been just as entertaining.

By William Boor | February 7, 2012

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