Sports

Hood gears up for first football game, possible start

Jaxon Hood will likely be just the fifth true freshman Sun Devil to start his first career game since 1972.

By William Boor | August 27, 2012

Certain first picks, sleepers key for fantasy football

This year, more than any other, could be the most exciting for fantasy football owners.

By Mitch Terrell | August 27, 2012

Soccer adjusting with youth, seeks postseason return

After missing the postseason last year for the first time since 2008, the ASU women's soccer team is hungry for a bounce back 2012 campaign and a return to the NCAA Tournament.

By Danny Shapiro | August 27, 2012

Arizona Cardinals stuck in messy quarterback situation, picking between “awful” choices

There’s no downside to this NFL preseason, except picking between Kevin Kolb and John Skelton as the Arizona Cardinal starting quarterback after the game.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 27, 2012

Junior forward Devin Marshall keeps the ball away from a Washington defender in a game against the Huskies last season. The Sun Devils earned their first win against NAU on Friday, shutting out the Lumberjacks 4-0. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Women's soccer routs NAU 4-0, earns first win

ASU left Flagstaff with a 4-0 win over NAU.

By Danny Shapiro | August 26, 2012

Senior middle blocker Erica Wilson (10) jumps to spike the ball in a game against Oregon State last year. The Sun Devils won their first three games at the El Paso Sports Commission Invitational last weekend, their best start since 2006. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Women's volleyball sweeps competition in El Paso

ASU got off to its best start to a season since 2006 with a three-game sweep this weekend in El Paso, Texas.

By Troy Lopez | August 26, 2012

Senior running back Cameron Marshall rushes past defenders during last year’s Homecoming game against Colorado. Coach Todd Graham named Marshall as one of the team’s captains, along with redshirt senior linebacker Brandon Magee, redshirt senior offensive lineman Andrew Sampson and redshirt senior safety Keelan Johnson. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Graham announces ASU football's four captains

Todd Graham announced the team’s four captains for the 2012 season.

By William Boor | August 26, 2012

Armstrong's cancer fight shouldn't be discredited

When you think of Armstrong, think not of the yellow shirt he did not deserve, but the yellow wristband that changed the world.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 26, 2012

Sun Devil football players eager to hit the gridiron come fall

Sun Devils football installed their scout team Monday, signaling an official end to preseason camp.

By William Boor | August 23, 2012

Jon Jones's refusal inexcusable, hurts UFC

For a rising star that’s consistently ranked amongst the pound-for-pound best, Jon Jones’s refusal to fight Chael Sonnen at UFC 151 is inexcusable.

By Josh Nacion | August 23, 2012

Senior middle blocker Erica Wilson (10) and sophomore outside hitter Kylee Terhune elevate to block a spike. The Sun Devil volleyball team begins its season Friday against Idaho State. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU volleyball begins 2012 campaign in El Paso

The Sun Devils are participating in a three-game, two-day tournament against opponents Idaho State, Fresno State, and UTEP.

By Troy Lopez | August 23, 2012

ASU soccer seeks first win at NAU

The ASU women's soccer team looks to right the ship Friday against in-state foe NAU.

By Danny Shapiro | August 23, 2012

Former men’s basketball assistant coach Scott Pera (center) observes the court from the bench. Pera and Lamont Smith both departed from the team’s coaching staff on Thursday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Men's basketball loses two assistant coaches

Assistant coach Scott Pera has accepted a coaching position at Penn, and Lamont Smith has accepted a position at Washington.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 23, 2012

Football coach Todd Graham signals commands during ASU’s Spring Game last April. The Sun Devils open Graham’s inaugural season on Aug. 30 against NAU. Photo by Sam Rosenbaum

ASU football ready to begin new era under Graham

Despite the long odds, the Sun Devils believe they have what it takes to win this season.

By William Boor | August 22, 2012

Franklin can match Phelps

Missy Franklin has the potential and youth to become the female version of the greatest Olympian of all time.

By Gian Demano | August 22, 2012

Lewis still adjusting back onto field

Deantre Lewis was limited as a precaution due to muscle strains. He wore a green non-contact jersey and was a regular at Muscle Beach with running back Cameron Marshall.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 22, 2012

Soccer held scoreless in two opening losses

ASU opened up its 2012 season last weekend in southern California and left with two shutout losses.

By Danny Shapiro | August 22, 2012

Junior libero Stephanie Preach (6) celebrates with her teammates during a game last season. The Sun Devils look to improve last season’s 9-22 record after picking up a decorated recruiting class over the offseason. Photo by Sam Rosenbaum

Volleyball eying to improve from dismal season

The Sun Devils are looking to rebound from their performance last season in the Pac-12.

By Troy Lopez | August 22, 2012

Q&A: Hubner on punting progress, golf

When ASU senior punter Josh Hubner takes the field, Sun Devils’ fans are usually frustrated that the offense was unable to put points on the scoreboard. However, Hubner, who averaged 41.3 yards per punt last season, often pins opponents deep in their own territory.

By William Boor | August 21, 2012

Nelson, Ross 'chicken-fighting' through camp

First and 10, ball at the 30-yard line. Arizona State senior wide receiver Rashad Ross received the play call from the sidelines during 11-on-11 and ran to the boundary side.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 21, 2012

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