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Richard Bohus celebrates record breaking

ASU swim and dive breaks numerous school records, men defeat U of A

Sun Devil women lost to Arizona in last home meet of the season.

By Graham Paul | February 6, 2016

Freshman pitcher Andrew Shaps takes his turn on the mound for the Sun Devils Tuesday afternoon as the Arizona State Sun Devils faced off with Arzona Diamondbacks in a pre-season exhibition game Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Resort in North Scottsdale, Arizona. The Diamondbacks would go on to win against Arizona State 4-0. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

Dirt on the Spikes: The nitty gritty of ASU baseball

Justin Toscano and Haley Stesiak take you through outfield and pitching updates, and offer explanations on ASU's lowly national profile.

By Justin Toscano and Haley Stesiak | February 6, 2016

ASU hockey's first match against Wisconsin-Eau Claire results in tie

Division III Wisconsin-Eau Claire stayed with the Sun Devils with speed and confidence.

By Chaz Frazier | February 6, 2016

Redshirt senior Katie Hempen makes a two-point shot over UCLA's Kari Korver on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. Hempen later broke the ASU record for career three-pointers.

Hempen breaks ASU three-point record in victory

No. 14 UCLA almost came back after a big third quarter, but ASU came out on top.

By Ryan Clarke | February 5, 2016

ASU celebrates after scoring a goal against Ohio on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016, at Oceanside Ice Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Bobcats 6-1.

ASU hockey opens two game series against Wisconsin-Eau Claire this Friday

The Sun Devils are heading into a month of home games after concluding its Division I inaugural season, and will face Division III Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

By Chaz Frazier | February 4, 2016

Junior forward Sophie Brunner takes a shot against Arizona on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Wildcats 61-49.

ASU women's basketball making its way through the toughest part of its schedule

The Sun Devils look to build a new winning streak, but it will be no easy task.

By Ryan Clarke | February 4, 2016

Junior Outfielder Breona Peralta makes the play on Sunday, March 22, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe during the game against the California Bears.

ASU Softball: Taking A Look Into Sun Devil Outfielders

Seniors in the outfield are expected to step up as vocal leaders.

By Leah Brunette | February 4, 2016

Arizona State Sun Devils guard Tra Holder (0) looks for an opening in the Husky defense during a game against the University of Washington Huskies in Wells Fargo Arena on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2015, in Tempe, Ariz. The Huskies won the matchup, 89-85.

34 fouls doom ASU men's basketball in overtime

The Sun Devils blew a 14-point lead over Washington.

By Matthew Tonis | February 4, 2016

ASU football nabs 18 recruits on National Signing Day

The Sun Devils boast an impressive 2016 recruiting class, including eight players from junior colleges.

By Ryan Clarke | February 3, 2016

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Paul DePodesta and the incoming football sabermetrics revolution

Sabermetrics breathed new life into baseball. Is football next in line?

By Brennan Ryan | February 3, 2016

Sophomore Jacen Petersen take's Oregon State's Tyler Chay to the mat on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016, at the Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe.

ASU wrestling looks for repeat success at the Edinboro Open

Sun Devils face new challenges at Open tournament in Pennsylvania.

By Ben Flores | February 3, 2016

ASU volleyball hires Stevie Mussie

Mussie spent two years at Penn State, a school that has seven national championships since 1999.

By Logan Newman | February 3, 2016

Freshman Second Baseman Nikki Gerard makes the catch to end the fifth inning on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at Farrington Stadium as the ASU Sun Devils faced off with the California Bears.

ASU softball position preview: Middle infielders

The Sun Devils will have both their middle infielders leading the team on the field as returning starters.

By Leah Brunette | February 2, 2016

Junior Jon Rahm sets his ball on the green at the 9th hole of the 2015 Waste Management Phoenix Open on Feb. 1, 2015.

Jon Rahm, Monica Vaughn look to lead ASU golf

Led by some of the top amateur talent in the world, both ASU golf programs are looking forward to their upcoming seasons.

By Braxton Fox II | February 2, 2016

ASU women’s basketball head coach Charli Turner Thorne argues a call vs. Cal women’s basketball at Wells Fargo Arena on Feb. 8, 2015.

ASU women's basketball collapses in third quarter at Oregon State

The Sun Devils suffered their first loss since December 5th.

By Ryan Clarke | February 1, 2016

during a game against the Oregon State Beavers at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona, on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2015. The Sun Devils took the win over the Beavers, 86-68.

Sun Devil Snapshot: Women’s basketball stays hot, Michael Phelps distracts

Here are the top sports stories from this past weekend.

By Matt Layman | February 1, 2016

Beaver Malcolm Duvivier is guarded by Arizona State Sun Devils forward Eric Jacobsen (21) and Arizona State Sun Devils guard Tra Holder (0) during a game against the Oregon State Beavers at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona, on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2015. The Sun Devils took the win over the Beavers, 86-68.

State Press Player of the Week: Tra Holder

For his impressive defensive performances this weekend, particularly against Gary Payton II, Holder gets the award.

By Logan Newman | February 1, 2016

Sophomore guard Kodi Justice makes a layup against Washington State on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Cougars 84-73.

And Justice for all: Sophomore guard turning into heat check

Kodi Justice uses doubters and a love of the game to fuel his performance.

By Matthew Tonis | February 1, 2016

Arizona State Sun Devils forward Savon Goodman pushes into the paint during a game against the Oregon Ducks at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, Arizona, on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. The Ducks took the win from the Sun Devils, 91-74.

ASU men's basketball falters in home loss to Oregon

The Sun Devil defense broke down in the second half and Hurley got another technical foul.

By Matthew Tonis | January 31, 2016

Arizona State University's softball team's new Adidas helmet is pictured on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe, AZ.

ASU Softball: In the circle with Sun Devil pitching

With a transfer from University of Kansas, the ASU pitching staff is turning into a trio.

By Leah Brunette | January 31, 2016

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