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Leighann Sahagun returns a volley in a match against Sacramento State on March 2. Because of injuries, Sahagun has moved up in the Sun Devils’ order and will be a large contributor when the team faces UA this weekend. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Tennis seeks win over UA to close regular season

The ASU women’s tennis faces its final challenge of the regular season: rival UA in Tucson on Friday.

By Devin McIntyre | April 19, 2012

Track to face elite competition at Mt. SAC Relays

After finishing the home slate last weekend, the Sun Devils will begin the final stretch of the season facing some of the best competition in the world.

By Danny Shapiro | April 19, 2012

Pat Tillman (left) walks out for a pre-game coin toss. Tillman will be honored Saturday during the eighth annual Pat’s Run. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics Media Relations)

Pat’s Run, spring game to highlight weekend

Prior to Saturday’s spring game, the Pat Tillman Foundation will host the eighth annual Pat’s Run in honor of the late Pat Tillman.

By William Boor | April 19, 2012

Hillary Bach stands in the pitcher’s circle during a game against New Mexico State on March 11. Bach and the Sun Devils will play host to the erratic No. 16 Cardinal this weekend. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball prepares for unpredictable Stanford team

As the Sun Devils readied themselves to take on No. 16 Stanford, the players knew they were in for a tough week.

By John McKelvey III | April 19, 2012

Devil Dish: April 20

The Philadelphia Flyers-Pittsburgh Penguins game on Wednesday was more embarrassing for hockey than any level of disorder could have been.

By John McKelvey III | April 19, 2012

Football coach Todd Graham holds up a T-shirt at a press conference Thursday morning to announce the football team’s plan to return to Camp Tantozona this summer. (Photo courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Football to raise funds, return to Camp Tontozona

If the team raises the necessary funds to return, the Sun Devils will attend Camp Tontozona with a scrimmage set to take place on Aug. 18.

By William Boor and Master Tesfatsion | April 19, 2012

James Morrison carries the ball in a scrimmage on March 31. Morrison considered transferring schools last fall, but has played well in Cameron Marshall’s absence this spring. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Morrison making most of opportunities in spring camp

Prior to last year’s spring camp, senior running back James Morrison contemplated transferring. He reached out to other schools, but he didn’t get any scholarship opportunities.

By Master Tesfatsion | April 18, 2012

Rugby looks to finish season strong with win at Air Force

The 2012 rugby season will conclude for the ASU men’s squad this weekend when they take on the Air Force Falcons on Saturday afternoon in Colorado.

By Troy Lopez | April 18, 2012

Tim Mickelson poses in a photo shoot on July 20, 2011. Mickelson is confident his upcoming recruiting class will help the ASU golf program gain national prominence. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Q&A: Mickelson on recruiting, golf’s future

Tim Mickelson spoke to The State Press about his plan to revive the ASU golf team.

By Justin Janssen | April 18, 2012

Devil Dish: April 19

The refereeing in the 2012 NHL Playoffs is atrocious and play is getting to a very dangerous and uncontrollable level.

By Danny Shapiro | April 18, 2012

Jake Barrett throws a pitch in a game against UC Riverside on Feb. 26. Barrett and the Sun Devils’ bullpen are key contributors to the team’s recent success. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Consistency, camaraderie vital to bullpen’s success

ASU has won eight out of its last nine contests partly thanks to the consistency of the veteran relievers.

By Kyle Newman | April 18, 2012

Andrew Aplin hits a home run in the first inning of Tuesday’s game against UA. Aplin finished with three hits and two RBI in the Sun Devils’ 12–8 victory over the Wildcats. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sun Devils surge late to topple Wildcats

In an ASU-UA rivalry that’s filled with tradition — not to mention animosity — the two schools added another exciting chapter to the series in the Sun Devils’ 12–8 victory Tuesday night.

By Kyle Newman | April 17, 2012

Suns must face harsh reality of rebuilding

Nash deserves the opportunity to win the NBA championship, and Suns fans deserve to see their team back in deep playoff series.

By Tyler Emerick | April 17, 2012

Devil Dish: April 18

With high-class breeding and training involved with each horse, it will be any pony’s race.

By Edmund Hubbard | April 17, 2012

Bailey Wigness steals second base in a game against UCLA on March 5. Wigness’ speed and smart decisions have led to her becoming one of the most dangerous Sun Devils on the base paths. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Wigness adapts to changes, excels for team

Sophomore Bailey Wigness’ speed presents a major problem for opponents, but it is her ability to adapt to the changes a fluid lineup throws at her that helps ASU the most.

By John McKelvey III | April 17, 2012

Devil Dish: April 17

I wish it were easier to believe in the Phoenix Coyotes, but then again, when has anything rewarding ever been easy?

By Trevor Paxton | April 16, 2012

Ryan Bader raises his arms in celebration after a victory. Bader is one of several Sun Devils to make a name for himself in the world of MMA. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Bader)

Sun Devils’ impact felt in MMA landscape

While the UFC is a relatively young professional sports league, ASU has already been well represented in the UFC’s expanding history, especially in recent years.

By Josh Nacion | April 16, 2012

Will Henry sprints in the Baldy Castillo Invitational on March 17. Henry and the Sun Devils’ sprinters are experiencing a successful outdoor season and are ranked No. 7 in the nation. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sprints team finds success through unity

Although unified as a team, each member of the ASU men’s sprints team came to Tempe from a different place and has a different story.

By Danny Shapiro | April 16, 2012

Hillary Bach throws a pitch in a game against UA on March 11. Bach and the Sun Devils are one of the deepest teams in the Pac-12. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Pitching, depth key to softball’s success

The No. 4 ASU softball team did not have any games this weekend, but the team is still practicing and scrimmaging in preparation for No. 15 Stanford.

By John McKelvey III | April 16, 2012

Brady Rodgers throws a pitch in the blackout game against USC on April 13. Rodgers and the pitching staff are expected to have a big impact against the hot-hitting Wildcats on Tuesday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Wildcats visit Sun Devils for non-conference battle

The match-up of the potent UA bats against the dominant ASU pitching staff sets the stage for a dogfight at Packard Stadium.

By Kyle Newman | April 16, 2012

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