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LIFTOFF: ASU redshirt freshman outside hitter Kylee Terhune spikes the ball in the Sun Devils’ Alumnae Match in August. ASU volleyball dropped two games at the Carolina Classic over the weekend. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball goes 1-2 for second weekend

The ASU volleyball team was hoping for good results at the Carolina Classic.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 11, 2011

GETTING PHYSICAL: ASU sophomore midfielder Blair Alderson fends off a Missouri player during the Sun Devils’ 1-0 loss against the Tigers on Sunday. ASU went 1-1 in their annual Sun Devil Classic over the weekend. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Soccer splits pair in return home

ASU soccer knocked off Oklahoma (3-4) 3-0 in the Sun Devil Desert Classic, but fell 1-0 to Missouri (7-1) on Sunday.

By Justin Janssen | September 11, 2011

BREAKING FREE: ASU senior wide receiver Aaron Pflugrad carries the ball for a touchdown while Missouri redshirt junior defensive back Kip Edwards gives chase during Friday’s 37-30 overtime win over the Tigers. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Pflugrad comes through in clutch on Friday

While the ASU offense combined for 388 receiving yards to go with 104 yards on the ground, it was Pflugrad who stole the show. | Slideshow of the game inside |

By Greg Dillard | September 11, 2011

Slideshow: 2011-12 Sun Devils soccer season in photos

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By Aaron Lavinsky | September 10, 2011

Slideshow: 2011-12 Sun Devil football in photos

Check out our photo slideshow throughout the season for exclusive photos from the latest ASU football events. [imagebrowser id=28] Do you go to ASU home games?

By State Press Photo Staff | September 10, 2011

HEARTBREAKER: Missouri sophomore quarterback James Franklin makes a throw downfield during the Tigers' 37-30 overtime loss to ASU. The Tigers scored 14 fourth-quarter point to force OT. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Mizzou's Franklin looks promising in loss

Despite the loss, Missouri coach Gary Pinkel saw some things he was proud of.

By William Boor | September 10, 2011

REACHING FOR IT: ASU junior wide reciever Jamal Miles stretches across the goal line for the game-winning touchdown in overtime against Mizzou. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Football tops Missouri in overtime thriller

Osweiler finished his night 24-for-32 for 353 yards, three passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. | Slideshow of the game inside |

By Tyler Emerick | September 9, 2011

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By Sports Multimedia | September 9, 2011

The Edge: Sun Devils’ defense tips scales

ASU’s menacing linebacker core and strong defensive line give the Sun Devils the edge.

By Greg Dillard | September 8, 2011

Devil Dish: Sept. 9

If you’re sipping on the Ron Artest Haterade for silly reasons, please step out from the rock you’re living under.

By Josh Nacion | September 8, 2011

NOT ENOUGH: ASU junior defender Sierra Joseph goes in for the tackle against Old Dominion senior Lisa Bernardini during the Sun Devils’ 3-1 loss on Sunday. ASU’s main goal is recovering its high-scoring form against Mizzou and Oklahoma. (Photo courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Soccer back after taxing weekend

Over the weekend, ASU will host the Sun Devil Desert Classic.

By Justin Janssen | September 8, 2011

HEADING OUT: The ASU women’s volleyball team puts the ball into play during the Alumnae Match in August. The Sun Devils face their final non-conference opponents this weekend at the Carolina Challenge. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Three tough foes ahead for volleyball in N.C. tourney

The ASU volleyball team faces more challenges this weekend, as they travel to Chapel Hill, N.C. to compete in the Carolina Challenge.

By Edmund Hubbard | September 8, 2011

ON SPRINGS: ASU junior running back Cameron Marshall leaps over a pair of UC Davis defenders during the Sun Devils’ victory on Sept. 1. ASU is aiming to increase their tempo on offense against Mizzou. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Football expected to increase offensive tempo

For the first game of the season, offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone was pleased with his offense’s overall effort.

By Greg Dillard | September 8, 2011

New black jerseys give ASU edge over Mizzou

When ASU runs onto Frank Kush Field and sees a packed house as dark as the night sky, the momentum will already be theirs.

By Kyle Newman | September 7, 2011

UNDER THE RADAR: ASU redshirt senior linebacker Colin Parker (21) looks to the sideline during the Sun Devils’ victory over UC Davis on Sept. 1. Parker has been the unsung leader of the ASU defense all season. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Parker quietly anchoring the defense

Although he has always seen himself with the qualities necessary to lead, Colin Parker feels that being voted a captain was something he had to earn.

By William Boor | September 7, 2011

DOWN TO EARTH: ASU senior wide receiver Gerell Robinson crashes to the turf after making a catch against UC Davis. Robinson, like the rest of the Sun Devils, is amped up for Friday’s game. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Gerell Robinson on Jerseys, Mizzou and 2011

The State Press caught up with Gerell Robinson to discuss the start of the 2011 season, Friday’s marquee matchup against No. 21 Missouri, and his final season in Tempe.

By Greg Dillard | September 7, 2011

Players primed and ready for blackout

On Friday night, the ASU football team will debut its all-black gear in front of a blacked-out Sun Devil Stadium under the primetime lights of ESPN against No. 21 Missouri.

By Tyler Emerick | September 7, 2011

TIGER WATCHING: ASU junior quarterback Brock Osweiler evades a tackle as he runs up field during the Sun Devils’ demolition of UC Davis on Sept. 1. Osweiler said on Monday the intensity of Mizzou’s defensive line would be the Sun Devils’ biggest challenge. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Football faces first major challenge of season

This time around, the Sun Devils get to play host to their first FBS team on the schedule.

By Tyler Emerick | September 7, 2011

The Edge: Sun Devils’ defense tips scales

ASU’s menacing linebacker core and strong defensive line give the Sun Devils the edge.

By Greg Dillard | September 7, 2011

Mizzou armed on both sides of ball

The Tigers may have trouble with the Sun Devil defense, but they know their defense is talented as well.

By William Boor | September 7, 2011

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