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HAND TO HAND: Sophomore quarterback Richard Brehaut hands the ball off to junior tailback Derrick Coleman during Friday's 55-34 loss to ASU. Brehaut threw for 321 yards and three touchdowns in the game. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bruins blow early lead to end chances of bowl game

The UCLA football team jumped out to an early 17-0 lead in the first 12 minutes of the first quarter but allowed a 55-10 run by ASU to dash what was left of its slim bowl hopes.

By Tyler Emerick | November 28, 2010

FULL COURT FOCUS: ASU redshirt senior guard Dymond Simon dribbles away from a fallen Providence player during Friday's 63-36 ASU win. The Sun Devils fell in Saturday's game to No. 14 Florida State, but Simon was named to the Junkanoo Jam All-Tournament Team. (Photo Courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Women’s hoops tops Providence, falls to FSU in Bahamas

The ASU women’s basketball team couldn’t keep up the defensive pressure in a loss to No. 14 Florida State after a win over Providence in the Bahamas.

By Elijah Grasser | November 28, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 29

Citizens of the United States of America, you can breathe easy. BCS bowl-buster hopeful Boise State is out of the championship hunt.

By Elijah Grasser | November 28, 2010

LEADING MAN: Sophomore guard Trent Lockett goes up for a dunk during last weekend's game against UAB. Lockett led ASU to two wins over the weekend in the Great Alaksa Shootout, scoring 24 points against Weber State and 18 against Houston Baptist. The Sun Devils fell Saturday to St. Johns in the tournament championship game with senior guard Ty Abbott leading the way with 22 points.

Men’s hoops falters in Great Alaska Shootout championship

St. John’s used a six-point possession to turn its deficit into a tie game, and the Red Storm’s pressure defense controlled the Sun Devils the rest of the way.

By Andrew Gruman | November 28, 2010

HOT HANDS: Junior wide receiver Gerell Robinson catches a touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler during Saturday's 55-34 ASU win. Entering the game after starting junior Steven Threet suffered a concussion, Osweiler threw for 380 yards and four touchdowns while also scoring on a run. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils rout Bruins on senior day behind backup Osweiler

What initially looked like another post-bye week letdown turned into a rout after sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler stepped into the game for injured starter Steven Threet and led ASU to a 55-34 win.

By Andrew Gruman | November 26, 2010

Replay: ASU vs. UCLA

Replay the ASU's win over UCLA with a transcript of our live gameday blog.

By Tyler Emerick | November 26, 2010

Bruins can’t escape 2010 quarterback struggles and injuries

Through 10 games this season, the Bruins (4-6, 2-5 Pac-10) have played four players under center, including one walk-on.

By Tyler Emerick | November 25, 2010

ASU's talent across the field creates advantage over UCLA

ASU and UCLA have the same record heading into Friday’s matchup, but the Sun Devil’s overall talent gives them the edge.

By Nick Ruland | November 25, 2010

Amid career year, Taylor looks to go out on top

When senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor came to ASU in 2007, he already had not only the pedigree of a top-tier football player, but the poise and skill as well.

By Tyler Emerick | November 25, 2010

BIG BOOT: Redshirt senior punter Trevor Hankins takes the field earlier this season. Hankins 45.5 yards per punt average is currently third in the Pac-10 Conference and 10th in the nation. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Hargis overcomes gauntlet of challenges to leave mark at ASU

Senior offensive lineman Jon Hargis has seen more than his fair share of challenges in five seasons at ASU, but he fought through it all and remained optimistic.

By Nick Ruland | November 25, 2010

Position switch jumpstarts punter Hankins’ career

Trevor Hankins was all set to end his football career just a few short years ago.

By Andrew Gruman | November 25, 2010

SIDELINE SPECIALIST: Senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor has had his best season as a Sun Devil in 2010, leading the team with 42 receptions for 519 yards and three touchdowns on top of countless crucial first downs. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Sun Devils looking for win as seniors play last in Tempe

With seniors playing their final game at Sun Devil Stadium, ASU needs a win over UCLA to keep its long shot bowl chances alive.

By Andrew Gruman | November 25, 2010

State Press TV breaks down last home game vs. UCLA

State Press TV breaks down ASU's upcoming game against the UCLA Bruins, their last home game of the season.

By Master Tesfatsion and Andrew Boven | November 24, 2010

Wrestling opens Pac-10 play with Cal State Fullerton

No. 20 ASU (2-1) will take on the unranked Titans (0-2, 0-2) hoping to redeem its first home showing, a blowout loss to Oklahoma.

By Kyle Newman | November 23, 2010

READY TO SCORE: Sophomore infielder Lexi Anderson gets a lead off third base during ASU’s 14-0 win over Rutgers Feb. 21 at Farrington Stadium. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Men’s basketball braves cold of Alaska for tournament

While other college basketball teams are off to places like the Bahamas, Puerto Rico and Orlando, ASU is venturing north to colder weather for the Great Alaska Shootout.

By Andrew Gruman | November 23, 2010

EYES UP: Freshman outside hitter Danica Mendivil sets up a pass during a recent match at Wells Fargo Arena. The Sun Devils finish their season this weekend against No. 2 California and No. 4 Stanford. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball wraps up season against top-five teams

The 2010 season draws to a close this weekend for the ASU women’s volleyball team, but not before matchups against a pair of national championship contenders.

By Greg Dillard | November 23, 2010

OVER THE TOP: Surrounded by two Tennessee defenders, Redshirt junior forward/center Kali Bennett looks for an opportunity to put up a shot during ASU's 80-64 loss to the Lady Vols on Sunday. The team travels to the Bahamas over Thanksgiving weekend to compete in the Junkanoo Jam. (Photo Courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Women’s hoops opens Bahamas tournament against Providence

The ASU women’s basketball team will spend Thanksgiving in the Bahamas for the Junkanoo Jam as it tries to keep improving.

By Elijah Grasser | November 23, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 24

Dear Brad Childress, It was fun while it lasted.

By Nathan Meacham | November 23, 2010

EXTRA REPS: Sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler takes a snap during ASU's 42-0 victory over Washington State on Oct. 30. Osweiler took reps with the first team during Monday's practice, but coach Dennis Erickson said redshirt junior Steven Threet will continue to be the starter during Monday's press conference. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Osweiler takes lead in practice, but Threet still starter

Despite sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler getting the majority of first-team repetitions Monday, redshirt junior Steven Threet remains ASU football’s starting quarterback.

By Nick Ruland | November 22, 2010

CAREER FIRSTS: Junior Eric Starks (174) looks for an opening against No. 6 Oklahoma sophomore Tyler Caldwell on Nov. 18 at Wells Fargo Arena. Starks lost 2-0 to Caldwell in the duel, but won his first collegiate individual title at the 2010 Fullerton Open on Saturday. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Wrestling earns big wins over weekend

The ASU wrestling team took home a handful of good wins at the Fullerton Open in California, but seniors Anthony Robles and Bubba Jenkins came up with the biggest wins of the weekend.

By Kyle Newman | November 22, 2010

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