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ASU redshirt senior defender Tramel Topps (92) is tackled on a run during the first half of a game against Northern Arizona University in Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, in Sept. 3, 2016.

Instant Recap: ASU football 44, NAU 13

The Sun Devils struggled in the first half but got a lop-sided win over the Lumberjacks.

By Matt Faye | September 3, 2016

Photo Gallery: ASU football opens season with win over NAU

Photos from the Sun Devils' 44-13 win over the Lumberjacks.

By Reilly Kneedler | September 3, 2016

ASU soccer cruises past Columbia

ASU took on Columbia University Friday afternoon and showcased impressive strength on the front line. The Sun Devils (3-0-1) dominated the Lions (1-2) in the first half and head coach Kevin Boyd noted that his team is getting better at keeping possession, but there is still room for improvement. “I thought the first and second half was significantly better as a whole,” Boyd said.

By Kendall Valenzuela | September 2, 2016

Local prospects, coaching connections highlight ASU football's season opener

The Sun Devils seek their tenth straight win in their series with the in-state Lumberjacks Saturday night in Tempe

By Stefan Modrich | September 2, 2016

Coach Matt Thurmond, ASU's newest men's golf coach, photographed at the Sun Devil Hall of Fame on the morning of Thursday, Sep. 1, 2016.

New ASU golf coach brings hardworking mentality to Tempe

New head golf coach Matt Thurmond is heading into his first year at the helm for the prestigious ASU golf program with the mentality of working and playing hard.

By Tyler Handlan | September 1, 2016

Sophomore running back Demario Richard is tackled by UA defenders during a game at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Ariz., on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015. The ASU Sun Devils led the UA Wildcats 31-10 at halftime.

Column: Operation (Maroon and) Gold

While college Olympians cash in, football and basketball players remain restricted.

By Cameron Miller | September 1, 2016

ASU football downplays offensive transitions

New coordinator? New quarterback? New line? No problems.

By Matthew Tonis | September 1, 2016

Freshman forward Olivia Hernandez looks to break away from the Beijing Normal defender in the 0-1 exhibition loss versus Beijing Normal in Sun Devil Soccer Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday, August 27, 2016.

ASU women's soccer is off to a hot start

The Sun Devils are finding their groove early in their 2016 campaign.

By Kendall Valenzuela | September 1, 2016

C.J. and Chelsey Albertson, RS senior and RS junior respectively, long distance runners on the ASU cross country team, photographed on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 31st, 2016.

From Ross to rings: An ASU cross country love story

The past four years have been quite the road for two newlywed Sun Devils.

By Jeff Griffith | September 1, 2016

Kassidy Jump returns the ball during a match against the California Bears on Friday, March 4, 2016 at the Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe, AZ. She defeated the No. 5 tennis player in the country.

ASU women's tennis looks to overcome the loss of three key seniors in the fall singles season

All three players will certainly be missed, but the program is moving forward with the experience on the current roster.

By Joe Jacquez | August 31, 2016

(From left) Manny Wilkins, Brady White, and Bryce Perkins work with quarterbacks coach, Chip Lindsey (center) during Friday's practice. 8 April 2016

ASU quarterback situation reflects the Pac-12 as a whole

ASU may be unsettled at quarterback, but entering this season, that's par for the course in the Pac-12.

By Mark Harris | August 31, 2016

Freshman defensive back Kareem Orr (25) runs after intercepting the ball in the fourth quarter against UA on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Wildcats 52-37.

ASU defense looks to control the skies

The Sun Devils had the worst pass defense in the Pac-12 last year. This season, the Darkside is looking to keep opposing offenses lost in the shadows.

By Matthew Tonis | August 31, 2016

Proud not satisfied: Sheila McInerney looks to take ASU womens tennis to new heights

ASU women's tennis coach Shelia McInerney has a legacy that speaks for itself.

By Joe Jacquez | August 30, 2016

Head coach Todd Graham (right) shakes hands with West Virginia head coach Dana Holgerson after the Motel 6 Cactus Bowl on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, at Chase Field in Phoenix.

ASU football reveals depth chart, NAU kickoff time flexed

Todd Graham did not reveal his starting quarterback in his first official presser of the 2016 season

By Stefan Modrich | August 29, 2016

What to Expect from Sun Devil Football 2016

Reporter Michael Baron takes a look at the 2016 ASU Sun Devil football season. Interviews include Keith Patterson, defensive coordinator, TJ Rushing, assistant coach and Demario Richards, junior running back.

By Michael Baron | August 28, 2016

ASU's volleyball team regroups after a point against Washington on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe. The Huskies swept the Sun Devils 3-0.

ASU volleyball ends opening weekend on a high note

ASU women's volleyball secured their first two sweeps of the season in the UNM tournament.

By Taylor Clark | August 28, 2016

Redshirt sophomore quarterback Manny Wilkins is set to take the snap during a drill at ASU football practice at the Kajikawa Practice Facility on Friday, March 18, 2016.

ASU football locks down gameday routine

The Sun Devils are putting the finishing touches on 2016 gameday preparation with a week until kickoff.

By Matthew Tonis | August 27, 2016

Freshman defender Hailey Zerbel flip-throws a ball inbounds during the second half of an exhibition game against Beijing Normal in Sun Devil Soccer Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Saturday, August 27, 2016. Arizona State lost the exhibition game to Bejing Normal, 1-0.

ASU soccer defeated 1-0 in exhibition game against Beijing Normal University

Nineteen Sun Devils appeared in the exhibition match, 16 of which recording more than 30 minutes of action.

By Kendall Valenzuela | August 27, 2016

ASU women's hockey gears up for inaugural season

With prospect camp and tryouts, August has been a busy month for the Sun Devils.

By Taylor Clark | August 27, 2016

Sophomore midfielder Adriana Orozco dribbles around the slide tackle made by the Loyola Chicago midfielder in the 4-0 win against Loyola Chicago in Sun Devil Soccer Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Friday, August 26, 2016. Orozco added in the second goal of the night in the 29th minute.

ASU soccer obliterates Loyola Chicago 4-0 in 2016 home opener

Still damp with newly painted white lines and freshly cut grass, ASU took the field for its grand homecoming and first home opener of the season.

By Kendall Valenzuela | August 26, 2016

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