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Senior Ao Gao looks for the pass against the University of Pacific on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at the Mona Plummer Aquatic Complex in Tempe, AZ. ASU water polo won 5-3.

A two-time Olympian, ASU water polo's Ao Gao to report for Cronkite in Rio

Gao has the opportunity to network and participate in a different way in her third trip to the Olympics.

By Chaz Frazier | April 26, 2016

Freshman infielder Taylor Becerra makes contact with the ball during a game against San Diego at Alberta B. Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016. The Sun Devils won the game, 9-1.

Taylor Becerra leads ASU softball with slap hitting, bat tricks

Becerra's competitive side has helped her improve and grab a starting role in her first collegiate season.

By Leah Brunette | April 25, 2016

Redshirt sophomore distance runner Brian Montoya poses for a portrait on Monday, April 25, 2016, at Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe, Arizona. He returned to the track after being diagnosed with a heart disease in 2014.

From near retirement to greatness, ASU runner Bernie Montoya rose from adversity

A Sun Devil track and field runner had a heart scare that nearly ended his career.

By Omar Soussi | April 25, 2016

ASU Doubles pair of Ebony Panoho and Alexandra Osborne celebrate

ASU Tennis takes Pac-12 doubles championship for first time in program history

The Sun Devils also grabbed the team Pac-12 title for the first time ever.

By Matt Faye | April 24, 2016

ASU shortstop Cody Woodmansee, center, celebrates with teammates after hitting a home-run during a game against the University of Washington Huskies at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona, on Saturday, April 9, 2016. The Sun Devils won the game, 6-3.

ASU baseball sweeps first conference series of season at Stanford

Junior shortstop Colby Woodmansee hits two home runs with four RBIs in Sunday's win.

By Haley Stesiak | April 24, 2016

Oregon defensive end DeForest Buckner dives on redshirt senior quarterback Michael Bercovici at Sun Devil stadium on Thursday, October 29, 2016. Oregon football won 61-55 in triple overtime.

Brennan's Big Board: How the first 10 NFL teams should draft this year, and why

Brennan Ryan decides between Goff and Wentz, and explains where former Sun Devils might fall.

By Brennan Ryan | April 24, 2016

Senior Jennifer Soria slows herself after running past first base.

ASU unable to crack losing streak, falls to Oregon in series finale

Pitching struggles against powerful Duck's offense led the Sun Devils to 9th consecutive loss.

By Leah Brunette | April 24, 2016

Junior Kelsey Kessler winds up for a pitch during the sixth inning against Texas Tech on Saturday, March 26, 2016, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.

ASU softball loses eighth straight after Oregon's grand slam

The Sun Devils' rally fell just short as they lost 5-4 to the Ducks on Saturday.

By Kendall Valenzuela | April 24, 2016

The ASU rugby team plays against the Mexico national rugby team at the Fiesta Bowl Rugby and Balloon Classic at Scottsdale Stadium in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Saturday April 23, 2016. Mexico beat the ASU team, 30-23.

ASU rugby finishes season on strong note despite loss to Mexican National Team

The Sun Devils showed up to compete Saturday in the Fiesta Bowl Rugby and Balloon Classic.

By Haley Stesiak | April 23, 2016

ASU baseball's Eli Lingos pitches during a game against California at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona, on Saturday, April 16, 2016.

ASU baseball clinches series win in high-scoring match at Stanford

The Sun Devils picked up a 9-6 victory behind timely hitting and a three-inning save by Eder Erives.

By Matt Layman | April 23, 2016

ASU softball loses seventh straight game

Pitching struggles led to the Sun Devils' first loss of the series against Oregon.

By Leah Brunette | April 22, 2016

Junior pitcher Seth Martinez pitches during a game against Xavier at Phoenix Municipal Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016. The Sun Devils won the matchup, 2-1.

Seth Martinez goes the distance in 3-2 win over Stanford

Freshman Tyler Williams picked up two RBIs in a Sun Devil victory.

By Haley Stesiak | April 22, 2016

ASU Sophomore Kassidy Jump returns with a backhand during 6-4 6-

Sun Devils shine at first day of Pac-12 tournament

Two of ASU's three representatives advanced to the quarterfinals Thursday, with doubles play beginning on Friday.

By Matt Faye | April 21, 2016

New ASU volleyball head coach Stevie Mussie increases the intensity

The Sun Devils have cancelled some spring matches to help players recover from injuries.

By Natalie Orr | April 21, 2016

Senior Logan Rae was honored as she played the last game of her career during Wednesday's match vs. UofA at the PERA club in Tempe. 20 April 2016

ASU beach volleyball falls to Arizona on Senior Night

Photo gallery and recap: see how the Sun Devils let a Territorial Cup point slip away.

By Logan Newman | April 20, 2016

Dirt on the Spikes: Inconsistencies continue to plague ASU baseball

The Sun Devils look to take on the Cardinal this weekend at Stanford.

By Justin Toscano and Haley Stesiak | April 20, 2016

Kassidy Jump serves the ball during a doubles match-up against the California Bears on Friday, March 4, 2016, at the Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe.

ASU tennis to begin Pac-12 Tournament on Thursday

The Sun Devils will look to carry some late season momentum into the postseason as a four seed in the Pac-12 tourney.

By Matt Faye | April 20, 2016

Then-freshman Linnea Strom chips her ball out of the rough on the fifth hole Friday, April 8, 2016 during the 2016 Ping ASU Invitational at Karsten Golf Course in Tempe, Arizona.

ASU's Strom wins Pac-12 Golf Championship, breaks tournament scoring record

A solid final day propels the ASU women to a third place finish in the Pac-12 Championship.

By Braxton Fox II | April 20, 2016

Junior catcher Brian Serven waits to catch a foul ball during a game against University of Nevada Las Vegas on Tuesday, April 20, 2016, in the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Serven made the out and UNLV went on to defeat ASU 11-7.

ASU baseball loses to UNLV off error-filled fourth inning

The Sun Devils took a couple steps back after a solid weekend against Cal, falling to the Rebels 11-7.

By Haley Stesiak | April 20, 2016

Freshman Alex Williams leaps over hurdles in the women’s 100-meter hurdles for ASU track and field at the 2016 Baldy Castillo Invitational at Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe, AZ on Saturday, March 19, 2016.

ASU track and field to compete in two tournaments, deal with lack of depth over weekend

The Sun Devils are top-heavy, and the injury bug has thinned the lineup even more.

By Omar Soussi | April 19, 2016

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