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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

Junior middle blocker Alexis Pinson goes up for a spike as freshman setter Allison Palmer watches in anticipation during an ASU victory in its own Sheraton Invitational on Sept. 14. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

Volleyball suffers heartbreaker in 1st round of NCAA tournament

The dream of a championship run ended early for ASU, as the Sun Devils were knocked out of the tournament in the first round at the hands of the Oklahoma Sooners.

By Troy Lopez | December 1, 2012

Redshirt senior 285-pound wrestler Levi Cooper contains teammate and freshman Luke Bean during the Sun Devils’ Maroon and Gold Wrestle-Offs on Oct. 26. (Photo by Kyle Newman)

ASU wrestling faces stacked competition in Las Vegas Invitational

This weekend, competition stiffens, as the Sun Devils (5-1, 1-0 Pac-12) will face off at the 31st Annual Cliff Keen Las Vegas Collegiate Wrestling Invitational.

By Danny Shapiro | November 29, 2012

Cardinals need to clip Whisenhunt’s feathers

For the Arizona Cardinals, it’s once again that time to cut ties.

By Mitch Terrell | November 29, 2012

The greatness of Goran Dragi? keeps the Suns going

Guard Goran Dragi?, 26, has tons of potential. This year he’s certainly one of the NBA’s most improved players.

By Gian Demano | November 29, 2012

Senior wing Carrick Felix dribbles around an Arkansas-Pine Bluff defender in ASU’s 67-54 victory on Wednesday night. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Men’s hoops seeks better execution vs. Sac State

The Sun Devils get their chance to bounce back Saturday against Sacramento State at Wells Fargo Arena.

By Master Tesfatsion | November 29, 2012

Arizona teams mired in mediocrity

Fans must be proactive in dispelling Arizona sports mediocrity.

By Matthew Rich | November 29, 2012

Sophomore guard Promise Amukamara leaps up for a jumper in ASU’s 53-38 loss to UCLA on Feb. 23. (Photo courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Women’s hoops set to defend ASU Classic

The Sun Devils host the ASU Classic at Wells Fargo Arena this weekend, showcasing that they have won 11 times in the past 12 years.

By Gian Demano | November 29, 2012

Pitchfork Sports: Devils on ice

On Nov. 30, the ASU men’s hockey team looks to defend their #1 American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) ranking when they visit Happy Valley, Penn. to take on Penn State for a two game series.

By Evan Triantafilidis | November 28, 2012

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