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ASU track and field enters rivalry weekend vs. UA, NAU

While this meet doesn’t directly influence the Territorial Cup, it remains a good old-fashioned rivalry.

By Mitch Terrell | April 25, 2013

Senior attacker Kate Enoka (ball) surveys the water during the Sun Devils' 12-3 win over Hartwick on March 25. ASU heads into the MPSF tournament with its first NCAA tournament bid on the line. (Photo by Molly J. Smith)

No. 3 ASU water polo fights for NCAA bid at MPSF tourney

With one at-large NCAA bid remaining, ASU needs to fend off the Bruins to secure the school's first national tournament appearance.

By Justin Emerson | April 25, 2013

ASU softball looks rebound vs. Cal after series loss

The No. 5 Sun Devils look to counter the surprising series loss with a home showdown against No. 10 Cal.

By Justin Janssen | April 25, 2013

Miller's pitching keys ASU baseball to 2nd midweek win over UNLV

Zak Miller pitched 5.2 innings Wednesday night as the No. 9 ASU baseball team knocked off the Rebels 5-2 for the second time this season.

By Danny Shapiro | April 25, 2013

Senior attacker Amanda Young positions herself to get open against Hartwick on March 25. Young switched from goalie to attacker and it paid dividends for Young and ASU water polo. (Photo by Molly J. Smith)

Young's flexibility gets her through ASU water polo and beyond

From high school soccer reject to ASU water polo goalie to attacker to captain to aspiring professor, Amanda Young has had quite the career.

By Justin Emerson | April 25, 2013

Senior Amelia Rew at a Jan. 12 meet against Oklahoma. This Friday, the Gym Devils head to Utah to face the third ranked team. (Photo by Molly J Smith)

Amelia Rew prepares for life after ASU gymnastics

While Amelia Rew is moving on to a new chapter in her life, she will always remember with fondness her time at ASU.

| April 25, 2013

Jin Song nears end of long ASU golf career, eyes PGA Tour

After moving to Arizona, playing golf at ASU became Jin Song's dream.

By Adrian Martinez | April 25, 2013

ASU women's golf places 6th at Pac-12s

Jimenez earns first-team honors while Blanco, Ordonez named to second team

By Adrian Martinez | April 24, 2013

Senior second baseman Sam Parlich prepares to take a possible ground ball from a Boise State batter on Feb. 10. Parlich tried to relax more on the diamond and react more to the ball, which caused her defensive improvement. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball's lone senior Parlich boosts defense

Parlich is doing what seniors do best — step up when the pressure situation comes.

By Justin Janssen | April 24, 2013

Revis trade risky for both Jets, Buccaneers

It appears one team will get the better end out of this deal, but that team remains to be seen.

| April 24, 2013

Sophomore shortstop Drew Stankiewicz finishes his swing and looks to see if his hit went fair against Valparaiso on April 21. Stankiewicz said he has to put his clothes on the same way before every game. (Photo by Molly J. Smith)

Superstitions help ASU baseball on game day

Not every player on the ASU baseball team has their own unusual ritual, but some have superstitions that help them get the advantage that will take them all the way to the top.

By Danny Shapiro | April 24, 2013

Senior Jacqueline Cako uses all her strength to return a shot against UCLA on April 6. Cako and doubles partner senior Nicole Smith need a strong performance at the Pac-12 championships to qualify for the NCAA tournament. (Photo by Murphy Bannerman)

ASU tennis' Smith, Cako hope to secure NCAA bids at Pac-12 Champiosnhips

With the regular season in the books, the ASU tennis team sets its sights on the postseason, starting with the four-day Pac-12 tournament in Ojai, Calif.

| April 24, 2013

ASU baseball looks for second victory over UNLV in mid-week home game

Junior second baseman James McDonald knows the Rebels will be difficult to stop, especially in a mid-week game.

By Danny Shapiro | April 24, 2013

SP Conversations: Jahii Carson

This week, State Press Conversations reporter Connor Leary sat down with ASU guard Jahii Carson to talk about his decision to forgo the NBA and stay at ASU. They also get into Jahii as a person and a basketball player.

By Connor Leary | April 24, 2013

Devil Dish: Bulls are going nowhere

The Chicago Bulls have dreams, but it's time they stop hitting the snooze button.

By Dominic Valente | April 24, 2013

Devil Dish: Baseball has its own unique feel

Baseball is on a different level than other sports.

By Savannah Thomas | April 23, 2013

Senior Nicole Smith loads up to swing through a serve sporting a knee brace against UCLA on April 6. Smith struggled with knee injuries during her career at ASU. (Photo by Murphy Bannerman)

Tennis's Smith finds peace of mind after knee injury

After four years and as many knee surgeries, ASU tennis senior Nicole Smith finally makes it to the end of a season.

| April 23, 2013

From snow to sun: Clarke has a shot at glory

For ASU track and field thrower Jordan Clarke, his decision to travel over 2,500 miles from the cold Anchorage, Ala., to the dry desert of Arizona is paying dividends.

By Mitch Terrell | April 23, 2013

Members of the ASU baseball team catch a ceremonial first pitch at Phoenix Municipal Stadium on April 23, 2013. The stadium will be the new home for the Sun Devils starting in 2015. (Photo by Danny Shapiro)

ASU finalizes deal with Phoenix Municipal Stadium, football close with Chase Field

ASU baseball will take over Phoenix Municipal Stadium in 2015 on a 25-year lease.

By Danny Shapiro | April 23, 2013

ASU women's golf in 4th place after 1st round of Pac-12s

After the first day, a one under round from sophomore Alonso helped ASU keep up with nation's best.

By Adrian Martinez | April 22, 2013

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