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Redshirt junior forward/midfielder Mackenzie Semerad races UCLA's Caprice Dydasco for control of the ball during the game on Sept. 26 in Tempe. ASU tied UCLA 1-1. (Photo by Andrew Ybanez)

ASU soccer's nine game unbeaten streak ends with 2-1 loss to Washington

After failing to lose in their past nine games, the Sun Devils feel the bitter taste of defeat against the Huskies in Seattle Friday night.

By Marc Steiner | October 10, 2014

De'Anthony Thomas carried the ball three times for 64 yards and a touchdown during Oregon's 57-35 victory over Arkansas State at Autzen Stadium September 1, 2012. (Alex McDougall/The Emerald)

Like it or not, the battle for the Pac-12 South runs through Tucson

ASU's bye week allows the team to soak in the "Jael-Mary" victory over USC and prepare for Stanford, but they won't be the only team scoreboard watching come Saturday.

| October 10, 2014

The ASU women's soccer team celebrates a point by Junior forward Cali Farquharson. (Photo by Andrew Ybanez)

ASU soccer looking to tack on more Pac-12 victories

After getting their first conference win, the Sun Devils travel to Washington.

By Marc Steiner | October 9, 2014

ASU Hockey vs Westchester, Sept. 27 2014

ASU-UA hockey rivalry heats up again this weekend

The next edition of the Territorial Cup takes center stage at Oceanside Ice Arena on Friday and Saturday night.

By Fabian Ardaya | October 9, 2014

Members of the ASU men’s swim team prepare to jump from the block during a 2010 Alumni Meet. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Patrick Park hopes to make an impact on ASU swim and dive program

Freshman Patrick Park has high aspirations for the ASU swim and dive program and has already taken steps to make his dreams a reality.

By Megan Kavy | October 9, 2014

A "PT42" golf bag honoring Pat Tillman. (Courtesy of Tim Mickelson)

Carry that weight: ASU golf finds new way to honor Pat Tillman

How is the ASU men's golf team raising money for the Pat Tillman Foundation?

| October 9, 2014

Injured redshirt senior quarterback Taylor Kelly and redshirt junior quarterback Mike Bercovici watch from the sidelines at home game against UCLA on Sept. 25, 2014. The Sun Devils lost to the Bruins, 62-27. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

Taylor Kelly suits up for ASU football practice; DJ Calhoun works on new role

Although he didn't do much at practice, Taylor Kelly was out of his walking boot and in pads on Thursday.

By Evan Webeck | October 9, 2014

Auto-bids would give College Football Playoff legitimacy

Expansion doesn't fix the primary problem in the College Football Playoff unless it contains auto-bids.

By Justin Janssen | October 8, 2014

Softball coach Clint Myers at a game against UCLA March 5. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU softball to face former coach Clint Myers

Clint Myers was arguably the most successful college softball coach during his ASU tenure.

By Justin Janssen | October 8, 2014

ASU Volleyball vs Mt Royal U, Sept. 4 2014

ASU volleyball prepares for Cal, No. 1 Stanford

Coach Jason Watson said each Pac-12 team poses unique challenges for ASU.

| October 8, 2014

USC sophomore tailback Justin Davis runs through the ASU defense on Oct. 3, 2014. ASU won 38-34. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

ASU football's defense moving forward each week

The Sun Devils are steadily improving defensively.

| October 8, 2014

President Crow talks about the sustainability goal and vision ASU has for the city of Tempe (Photo by Ryan Liu)

ASU announces Catellus as Athletic Facilities District master developer

A year and a half after originally planned, ASU announced its master developer of the Athletic Facilities District near Sun Devil Stadium.

By Evan Webeck | October 8, 2014

Redshirt senior quarterback Taylor Kelly goes to celebrate with redshirt senior offensive lineman Tyler Sulka after a play in a game against USC on Oct. 4, 2014. ASU won against USC 38-34. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

No wrong answer in Kelly-Bercovici debate

While there may not be debate at the quarterback position, that doesn't mean it doesn't have merits.

| October 7, 2014

October baseball, college football remains gold standard in sports television

A weekend in the Golden State convinced our assistant sports editor that October is the best sports month of the year.

By Stefan Modrich | October 7, 2014

Junior running back D.J. Foster celebrates with one of his fans after winning against USC on Oct. 4, 2014. ASU won against USC 38-34. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

ASU football blames run struggles on UCLA, USC defensive schemes

The running game hasn't gotten going the last two weeks, but the Sun Devils aren't concerned.

| October 7, 2014

Relive the 'JaelMary' W vs. USC in GIFs

Still excited from the 'JaelMary' win over USC? Watch the game again in the 10 best GIFs.

By Ben Margiott | October 6, 2014

ASU volleyball's Lowrance filling void for injured Follette

Coach Jason Watson is trying to establish a defensive identity on the team, and ASU is looking to avoid a Pac-12 collapse like last year.

| October 6, 2014

ASU football players rally for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The ASU football players have taken together in support of the #DontDoIt campaign.

| October 6, 2014

Redshirt junior defensive back Jordan Simone celebrates with his teammate during a game against USC on Oct. 4, 2014. ASU won against USC 38-34. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

One-time walk-on Jordan Simone making waves on ASU football's young defense

He didn't take the traditional path, but Jordan Simone is starting for ASU football — and thriving.

| October 6, 2014

Redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Edmond Boateng tackles a USC player on Oct. 4, 2014 in Los Angeles. ASU won against USC 38-34. (Photo by Alexis Macklin)

Pac-12 power rankings: Week 6

Where do the Sun Devils come in after their upset of USC?

| October 6, 2014

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