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THE RIDE IS OVER: The ASU gymnastics team had its share of ups and downs this season, entering the top 25 in February but losing its final three matches and finishing last at the Pac-10 Championships. The Sun Devils did make their 29th straight regional appearance. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

2010 season recap: A roller coaster ride for gymnastics

But for the 2010 ASU women’s gymnastics team, its’ drastic climb to elite performance, followed by the most sudden of drop-off, can only be described as a Tower of Terror-like ride.

By Tyler Emerick | April 14, 2010

Creekmur signs with Sun Devils

The men’s basketball team received its first commitment of the spring signing period on Wednesday when Chanse Creekmur, a forward from Marshalltown, Iowa, faxed in his national letter of intent.

By Kyle Glaser | April 14, 2010

Devil Dish: April 15

Shame on you, Los Angeles Dodgers. You just cut out an essential part of America’s pastime.

By Andrew Gruman | April 14, 2010

Spotlight on ASU golfer Carlota Ciganda

ASU women's golfer Carlota Ciganda talks to State Press TV about golf, family and Spain.

By Isaac Easley | April 14, 2010

ASU water polo falls to USC

ASU falls just short of beating the best team in nation.

By Lauren Kyger | April 13, 2010

CHIP IT UP: ASU senior Knut Borsheim tied for 29th at the U.S. Intercollegiate after finishing 4-over par. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Men’s golf finishes 10th at US Intercollegiate

The men's golf team shot the best round of any team in the field at the U.S. Intercollegiate in Stanford, Calif., but it was not enough to make up for also shooting one of the worst.

By Nick Kosmider | April 13, 2010

Johnson selected to Curtis Cup team

ASU freshman women’s golfer Jennifer Johnson has been selected to represent the United States in the 2010 Curtis Cup.

By Kyle Glaser | April 13, 2010

DIVING BACK: ASU sophomore shortstop Drew Maggi gets back to first base on a pickoff attempt during the Sun Devils’11-6 win over San Diego earlier this month. Maggi and the Sun Devils are currently tied for first in the Pac-10 and ranked No. 3 in the nation by Baseball America. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Pac-10 Baseball Power Rankings: UCLA and ASU on top

After a year that saw just two Pac-10 baseball teams make it to the NCAA Tournament, the conference is back with a vengeance.

By Andrew Gruman | April 13, 2010

ASU bowling club heads to National Championships

With a No. 16 ranking in the country, a likely All-American and another trip to the national championships, the ASU bowling club team has added yet another impressive season to its storied history.

By Justin Beatty | April 13, 2010

Devil Dish: April 14

Spring is often said to be a time of change, but for one Pac-10 football team this year, a lack of change may pay huge dividends.

By Nick Kosmider | April 13, 2010

Q&A with freshman jumper Christabel Nettey

Catching up with Canadian-native Christabel Nettey, who does hurdles and long jump for ASU.

By Eric L. Smith | April 13, 2010

MacPhee named Pac-10 Player of Week

"ASU sophomore second baseman Zack MacPhee has been named the Pac-10 Player of the Week for the second time this season."

By Kyle Glaser | April 12, 2010

Devil Dish: April 13

The idea that Beane built his team through some stroke of genius is bollocks. Beane built a good, contending team exactly how every general manager did ever: he drafted well and made key trades.

By Kyle Glaser | April 12, 2010

Commentary: Mike Leake always a fighter

Leake is the kind of guy who stored all the moments of perceived disrespect into some kind of mental incinerator. Schoolyard slights were renewable ruminations to be set ablaze over and over.

By Nick Ruland | April 12, 2010

CHARGING AHEAD: ASU sophomore running back James Morrison breaks through a tackle during a spring football practice earlier this month. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Osweiler, Robinson star in second scrimmage

Sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler capped off a strong week of practice as the ASU offense continued to show progress under new offensive coordinator Noel Mazzone.

By Kyle Glaser | April 12, 2010

COOL CUSTOMER: ASU sophomore pitcher Hillary Bach has posted a 17-2 record with a 1.99 ERA in 2010, but she’s also known for using her happy personality to stay calm in the circle. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Bach uses humor to find success in circle

Bach sat down with The State Press recently to talk about her goofy side, as well as how she handles pitching for one of the nation’s top teams.

By Tyler Lockman | April 12, 2010

Women's golf falls to UCLA at Ping ASU Invitational

ASU golf loses a heartbreaker on the final hole.

By Isaac Easley | April 12, 2010

ASU hosts Sun Angel Classic track meet

ASU plays host to a track meet featuring some of the best athletes in the country.

By Andrew Boven | April 11, 2010

DEVILS DOWN: ASU sophomore infielder Zach Wilson had two hits in the Sun Devils’ 9-5 loss to Washington State on Sunday afternoon in Pullman, Wash. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Baseball drops first series of season

Unable to cool the hot bats of Washington State or take advantage of opportunities at the plate, the No. 1 ASU baseball dropped its first series of the season after falling to the Cougars 9-5 on Sunday in chilly Pullman, Wash.

By Nick Kosmider | April 11, 2010

FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING: ASU freshman pitcher Sam Parlich threw a complete game in the Sun Devils’ 4-2 win at UCLA on Saturday. ASU swept the Bruins in a three-game series in Westwood for the first time in program history over the weekend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball sweeps UCLA in historic fashion

Proving they belong among the Pac-10 elite, the No. 9 Sun Devils rocked the Bruins 8-5 on Friday. ASU kept rolling Saturday with a 4-2 win and completed the sweep Sunday, edging out a 2-1 win.

By Tyler Lockman | April 11, 2010

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