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Sophomore pitcher Ryan Burr winds up for a pitch during the Sun Devils' 6-6 tie with Gonzaga at Surprise Stadium on March 3, 2013. (Hector Salas Almeida/The State Press)

Ryan Burr ties ASU baseball saves record in win over Oklahoma State

Ryan Kellogg picked up his eighth victory against a ranked opponent in ASU baseball's series-clinching win Saturday.

By Stefan Modrich | February 14, 2015

Freshman infielder Brynley Steele scores against North Texas, Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Farrington Softball Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Mean Green 10-2. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

ASU softball sweeps doubleheader in Littlewood Classic

Wins over North Texas and Illinois State propelled the Sun Devil softball team to 6-3 entering the second day of the Littlewood Classic.

By Ryan Clarke | February 13, 2015

Junior catcher RJ Ybarra runs to first base after a base hit during the second inning of a game against Oklahoma State, Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

ASU baseball defeats Oklahoma State despite recent history

ASU baseball defeated Oklahoma State in its series opener, despite the recent stretch and its runners stranded on base.

By Justin Toscano | February 13, 2015

Sophomore shortstop Colby Woodmansee gets a base hit against Oklahoma State, Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Woodmansee went on to hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the 10th inning to propel the Sun Devils to a 4-3 win against the Cowboys. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

Colby Woodmansee's walkoff lifts ASU baseball over Oklahoma State in home opener

Colby "Walkoff Woody" Woodmansee christened Phoenix Municipal's new era with a 4-3 win in 10 innings.

By Stefan Modrich | February 13, 2015

Senior forward Shaquielle McKissic drives to the basket against Arizona, Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Wildcats 81-78. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

ASU men's basketball unlucky on Friday the 13th

The Sun Devils fell in Pullman due to an unexpected performance

| February 13, 2015

ASU senior guard Promise Amukamara looks to pass while driving down the lane vs. Cal women’s basketball at Wells Fargo Arena on Feb. 8, 2015. (Daniel Kwon/The State Press)

ASU women's basketball can't get over injuries, falls to No. 8 Oregon State

Kelsey Moos sat out because of a partially torn ligament in her right elbow and Katie Hempen injured her ankle with less than two minutes remaining in the close game.

| February 13, 2015

ASU sophomore Oliver Pierce sweeps the leg of CSU Bakersfield's Spencer Hill in their matchup on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. Pierce won the match 5 – 4. The Sun Devils went on to win against the Roadrunners 31 – 6. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

ASU wrestling suffers largest defeat since November against Iowa State

The 27-6 loss overshadows the milestone reached by redshirt junior Blake Stauffer in his win

| February 13, 2015

Then-Sophomore pole-vaulter Andrea Kremmerrer gets a running start before jumping over the bar during the Sun Angel Track Classic at Sun Angel Stadium on Saturday,
April 12. (Photo by Becca Smouse)

ASU track and field ready for first split weekend of 2015

ASU's track and field team will be split for the first time in 2015.

By Terell Wilkins | February 12, 2015

ASU senior Shaquielle McKissic goes for the basket as the Sun Devils clash with No. 6 Arizona on Feb. 7, 2015, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils beat Arizona 81-78 in the closely fought home game. (Shiva Balasubramanian/ The State Press)

ASU men's basketball looks to continue hot streak in Washington

In their first game since their upset win over then-No. 6 Arizona, ASU basketball is looking to keep their momentum.

| February 12, 2015

ASU baseball: Q & A with Oklahoma State's Daily O'Collegian

No. 12 Oklahoma State takes on No. 18 ASU baseball on Friday, and Daily O'Collegian assistant sports editor Nathan Ruiz fielded some our questions about the matchup.

By Stefan Modrich | February 12, 2015

ASU women's basketball gets chance to redeem itself against Oregon State

ASU will travel to Oregon to play two schools with good 3-point shooters and big rebounders.

| February 12, 2015

ASU freshman Breanna Macha pitches to Ole Miss, Friday Feb. 6, 2015, at Farrington Stadium in Tempe. The Sun Devils won 6-3. (Krista Tillman/The State Press).

Playing for ASU softball a fulfillment of lifelong dream for Breanna Macha

Breanna Macha's journey to ASU began long ago — and now she's living the dream.

By Ryan Clarke | February 12, 2015

ASU junior Ray Waters and CSU Bakersfield junior Bryce Hammond grapple for control on the mat on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils went on to win against the Roadrunners 31 – 6. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

ASU wrestling travels to Iowa for final road dual

As the end of the season draws closer, the Sun Devils face one of their toughest challenges in the Iowa State Cyclones

By Bill Slane | February 12, 2015

ASU opened its 2015 season against UC Davis on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2015, at Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe. ASU was victorious in the match against UC Davis. (Krista Tillman/ The State Press)

ASU tennis eyeing win against BYU

Two losses haven't prevented the No. 29 Sun Devils (2-2) from looking forward to this weekend with a concentrated approach.

By Kaelen Jones | February 12, 2015

Junior Sun Devil outfielder Johnny Sewald bunts, batting in a run, during Saturday's intrasquad scrimmage on Feb. 7, 2015, at Phoenix Municipal Stadium. (J. Bauer-Leffler/ The State Press)

ASU baseball focusing on concerns before opening series against Oklahoma State

No. 18 ASU baseball has been more focused on addressing previous concerns and its own performance heading into its opening series against No. 12 Oklahoma State.

By Justin Toscano | February 12, 2015

ASU baseball coach Tracy Smith introduces himself to the press in his inaugural season as head coach on Media Day on Feb. 11, 2015, at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

Full coverage of No. 18 ASU baseball's series vs. No. 12 Oklahoma State

Your destination for our complete preseason coverage of ASU baseball, as we preview the team's first series of 2015 against No. 12 Oklahoma State.

By State Press Sports Staff | February 12, 2015

Sophomore forward Sophie Brunner drives to the basket in a game against Middle Tennessee, Friday. Nov. 14, 2014 at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Blue Raiders 81-67. (Photo by Ben Moffat)

Sophie Brunner developing into triple threat for ASU women's basketball

Despite being undersized for the center position, Sophie Brunner is becoming a force among big-name forwards in the Pac-12.

| February 11, 2015

Sophomore forward Savon Goodman alley-oops the ball in the first half against Arizona, Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. The Sun Devils defeated the Wildcats 81-78. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

ASU men's basketball's Savon Goodman getting comfortable

After lighting up the scoreboard and highlight reel against Arizona, Savon Goodman became a fan favorite. But who was he before the big game?

By Marc Steiner | February 11, 2015

Little League scandal is disappointing but not surprising

As a sports culture, we've prioritized winning over everything else and now we're seeing the consequences.

| February 11, 2015

ASU pitcher Ryan Burr traded his ball glove for a microphone during ASU Media Day on Feb. 11, 2015, at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. He conducted interviews throughout the afternoon and is seen here with freshman outfielder Coltin Gerhart, left, and freshman shortstop Colby Woodmansee (J. Bauer-Leffler/The State Press)

ASU baseball embracing its confidence heading into opener

ASU baseball has shown confidence heading into the Feb. 13 opener.

By Justin Toscano | February 11, 2015

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