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Redshirt freshman guard Jahii Carson splits two defenders during the Sun Devils’ 71-63 win over Hartford on Wednesday.

Men’s hoops defeats Hartford 71-63, improves to 7-1

Eric Jacobsen received significant playing time Wednesday during ASU’s (7-1) 71-63 win over Hartford.

By Master Tesfatsion | December 5, 2012

Redshirt sophomore quarterback Taylor Kelly hands the ball off to senior running back Cameron Marshall during the Sun Devils’ 45-43 loss to UCLA on Oct. 27. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bowl predictions: Pac-12 should finish 7-1

The State Press examined the eight bowl games, and analyzed how each Pac-12 team fares against their respective opponent.

By Josh Nacion and Mitch Terrell | December 5, 2012

A plea to keep Justin Upton in Arizona

Please, Kevin Towers, come to your senses and keep Upton in downtown Phoenix.

By Danny Shapiro | December 5, 2012

Boxing, MMA to take over Saturday night

If you enjoy high-octane, gut-wrenching sports involving haymakers and knockouts, Saturday night is right up your alley.

By Josh Nacion and Mitch Terrell | December 4, 2012

Ultimate Frisbee flies onto ASU’s club sports scene

The ASU ultimate Frisbee men and women’s teams prefer to intertwine multiple sports while throwing a circular disc instead of a typical ball.

By Mitch Terrell | December 4, 2012

Senior Erica Wilson totaled 522 kills in only her first year as an outside hitter, placing her fifth all-time for ASU kills in a season. Wilson moved from middle blocker prior to the season. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Volleyball’s freshmen provide resurgence to program

It may not be the way the Sun Devils wanted their season to end, but it’s an ending that showcases the improvement of this year’s ASU volleyball made from last season.

By Troy Lopez | December 4, 2012

Redshirt senior linebacker Brandon Magee stands with his fellow captains during the coin toss in ASU’s 46-7 win over Washington State on Nov. 17. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Football gets back on track after Graham’s 1st season

Simply reaching a bowl was progress that coach Todd Graham has built upon in just his first season.

By William Boor | December 4, 2012

Junior guard Evan Gordon looks to the corner while driving to the basket in ASU’s 90-70 victory over Sacramento State on Dec. 1. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Men’s hoops takes on hot-shooting Hartford

Carrick Felix will look to continue his hot start this season when the ASU men’s basketball team face Hartford on Wednesday.

By Master Tesfatsion | December 4, 2012

The SEC won't go away

There are three guarantees in life: Death, taxes, and a SEC team in the national championship.

By Troy Lopez | December 4, 2012

Redshirt junior defensive tackle Will Sutton pulls down NAU senior quarterback Cary Grossart during the Sun Devils’ 63-6 win over the Lumberjacks on Aug. 30. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Younger football players maximize on extra practices

Practices have been different lately for the ASU football team. Backups and young players are required to stick around and practice more, which gives them a chance to get the coaches’ attention.

By Edmund Hubbard | December 3, 2012

BCS ruins the best bowl matchups for football fans

The BCS bowl games have once again turned into the laughing stock of the bowl season.

By Mitch Terrell | December 3, 2012

Northern Illinois, MACtion deserving of BCS bowl bid

From Ohio upsetting Penn State in the first week of the season, to Kent State knocking off an undefeated Rutgers team Oct. 27, MACtion has proved its worth.

By Justin Janssen | December 3, 2012

Redshirt senior forward Janae Fulcher shoots a free throw during ASU’s 65-59 loss to No. 23 Dayton in the ASU Classic on Sunday. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Women’s hoops fails to hold on vs. No. 23 Dayton

The ASU women’s basketball team fell to No. 23 Dayton, losing the ASU Classic for only the second time in 13 years.

By Gian Demano | December 2, 2012

Coach Todd Graham speaks to a reporter following his first victory as ASU’s head coach against NAU 63-6 on Aug. 30. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU football draws Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl, will play Navy

ASU will face Navy in the Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl at AT&T Park in San Francisco.

By William Boor | December 2, 2012

‘Spursgate’ is ridiculous

There goes NBA commissioner David Stern again trying to establish his dictatorship.

By Josh Nacion | December 2, 2012

Redshirt senior Jake Meredith grapples with teammate and redshirt sophomore Kevin Radford in ASU’s annual Maroon vs. Gold match on Oct. 26. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Stauffer shines as wrestlers place 13th in Vegas

Blake Stauffer turned heads this weekend with a third-place finish in the 174-pound weight class, as he led the ASU wrestling team to a 13th place finish overall.

By Danny Shapiro | December 2, 2012

Junior guard Evan Gordon prepares to take a shot from the corner in ASU’s 90-70 victory over Sacramento State on Saturday. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Gordon erupts for 29 as men’s hoops prevails

The Sun Devils took care of business against Sacramento State 90-70 Saturday.

By Master Tesfatsion | December 2, 2012

Junior goaltender Joseph D’Elia deflects a shot as sophomore forward Kale Dolinski waits for rebound during the Sun Devil’s 3-1 victory over UA on Nov. 3.
Photo courtesy of Michelle Hekle

ACHA Sun Devil hockey rebounds vs. NCAA Penn St.

The Sun Devils took it to NCAA D-I Penn State for a 3-1 victory in Happy Valley following a Friday night blowout.

By Mitch Terrell | December 2, 2012

Has the Pac-12 conference experienced an "off" year? Photo courtesy of Reddit.

Pitchfork Sports: Football season winds down, expectations rise

Did the Pac-12 conference improve — ASU particularly — or is the newly-formed Pac-12 conference experiencing saturation within the teams and players this year?

By Evan Triantafilidis | December 1, 2012

ASU hockey win-streak ends at 18

NCAA D-I Penn State outshot and outscored the Sun Devils, leading to an 8-3 blistering by the Nittany Lions.

By Mitch Terrell | December 1, 2012

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