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TROJAN TRIUMPH: USC sophomore quarterback Matt Barkley scrambles with the ball during the Trojans' 34-33 win over ASU on Saturday. Barkley finished the game 26-of-37 with 215 yards and three touchdowns. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

USC catches a break, tops ASU in strange contest

Both ASU and USC have had their share of heartbreak this season. On Saturday, one of the two teams had to feel that sting again.

By Tyler Emerick | November 7, 2010

UP AND OVER: Junior setter Cat Highmark jumps to set up a teammate during last weekend's match with UA. The Sun Devils split a pair of matches over the weekend, sweeping Oregon State 3-0 and falling 2-3 to Oregon. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball sweeps OSU, falls to UO despite comeback

ASU has now won three in a row against OSU, while Saturday night’s defeat pushes the Sun Devils to six straight losses against the Ducks.

By Greg Dillard | November 7, 2010

MISSING PIECE: After having to take over punting duties due to senior Trevor Hankins' one-game suspension, senior kicker Thomas Weber's struggles continued when he missed a potential game-winning field goal from 42 yards out against USC on Saturday. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils fall to USC after late missed field goal

The ASU football team moved one step closer to bowl elimination Saturday night, suffering yet another crushing defeat in the games’ waning minutes, falling 34-33 to USC.

By Andrew Gruman | November 6, 2010

Replay: ASU at USC

Replay Saturday's ASU football showdown against USC with a transcript of our live gameday blog.

By Tyler Emerick | November 6, 2010

Foward Marshall having memorable freshman year

Freshman forward Devin Marshall has made a huge impact in her freshman year.

By Marcel Louis-Jacques | November 4, 2010

Brycki excels on tennis court, in academia

Junior Michelle Brycki is not only a standout tennis player at ASU, but also made first-team All-Academic Pac-10.

By Eric J. Smith | November 4, 2010

Women’s basketball hosts exhibition Friday

The ASU women’s basketball team will wrap up its preparations for the new season with an exhibition game against Fort Lewis College on Sunday at Wells Fargo Arena.

By Elijah Grasser | November 4, 2010

Soccer senior Johns reflects on five years in maroon and gold

The State Press caught up with ASU women’s soccer senior Lindsey Johns recently to talk about her tenure as a Sun Devil.

By Elijah Grasser | November 4, 2010

MARSHALL LAW: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall runs through a Washington State defender during ASU’s 42-0 win last Saturday. The Sun Devils travel to Los Angeles on Saturday in hopes of beating USC for the first time since Nov. 6, 1999. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

ASU trying to top USC 11 years after last win

When the Sun Devils take the field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, it will be exactly 11 years to the day since ASU defeated the Trojans.

By Andrew Gruman | November 4, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 5

The Williams sisters have been noticeably absent from the women’s tennis world lately and if they call it a career, the sport could suffer in the U. S.

By Nicole Klauss | November 4, 2010

SECOND MEETING: USC sophomore quarterback Matt Barkley drops to pass during a game earlier this season. The Sun Devils stifled Barkley last season as he completed just seven of 22 passes for 112 yards. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Trojan)

Pressure on USC secondary to stop ASU pass attack

Saturday’s showdown in Los Angeles will likely pit the USC football team’s weak pass defense against ASU’s explosive pass offense.

By Tyler Emerick | November 4, 2010

IMMINENT KILL: Junior setter Cat Highmark lofts a set as sophomore middle blocker Erica Wilson prepares for a kill. Hosting Oregon and Oregon State this weekend, the Sun Devils are looking to improve their passing game against tough Pac-10 teams. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball seeking consistency against Oregon schools

As the ASU volleyball team moves into the final month of regular season play, consistency on the court becomes more vital than ever.

By Greg Dillard | November 4, 2010

Win or tie could take soccer to NCAA tournament

For the ASU women’s soccer team, a win or a tie in either game during the final weekend of regular season play will go a long way.

By Elijah Grasser | November 4, 2010

READY FOR TAKEOFF: Members of the ASU men’s swim team prepare to jump from the block during last Saturday’s Alumni Meet. The team looks to bounce back from a rough start at the U of A Duals with a home meet against Air Force on Friday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Dive team opens season as men’s swimming looks to improve

The ASU men’s swim team tries to build on its shaky first meet with a home showdown against Air Force. The dive team opens its season on the road against Hawaii.

By William Boor | November 4, 2010

Patience rewarded for linebacker Oliver Aaron

Junior linebacker Oliver Aaron is finally seeing the field after rarely doing so in his first two seasons.

By Rashad Abdullah | November 3, 2010

Trip to USC a homecoming for many Sun Devils

Forty-nine players on the ASU roster hail from California, with many from the Southern California area.

By Andrew Gruman | November 3, 2010

BIG VOCALS: The role of being a leader can be tough to succeed in, but for ASU senior libero Sarah Johnson, her lessons learned along her volleyball journey as a Sun Devil have helped her become the great vocal leader she is today. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Johnson’s leadership constant through volleyball’s highs and lows

Through a coaching change, frustrating seasons and upset wins, senior Sarah Johnson has embraced her leadership role as libero of the ASU women’s volleyball team.

By Greg Dillard | November 3, 2010

Offensive firepower gives Trojans early advantage

ASU may have the better defense, but slowing down the USC offense is no easy task.

By Nick Ruland | November 3, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 4

Oh, the San Francisco Giants won their first World Series title since moving to the bay in 1958? That was so three days ago.

By Tyler Emerick | November 3, 2010

HOME COURT: ASU senior Micaela Hein prepares for a backhand while playing at the ASU Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe. The Sun Devils compete at home for the first time this season by hosting the ASU Thunderbird tournament, which starts Friday. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Tennis gets break from road with Thunderbird Invite

After playing their only three fall tournaments on the road, the Sun Devils host their first home tournament of the season Friday through Sunday at the Whiteman Tennis Center.

By Nicole Klauss | November 3, 2010

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