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Softball tops LSU, moves on to face Oklahoma

The No. 3 ASU softball team’s offensive production skyrocketed against the pitcher with the best ERA in the nation and all it took was the lineup to completely ignore half of the plate in Saturday’s 6-0 win over LSU.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Q&A: Hillary Bach on return to Oklahoma

Before the team’s elimination game against LSU, ASU senior pitcher Hillary Bach spoke with The State Press about the WCWS and how it feels to be back in her home state.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Women's College World Series Power Rankings

The Women's College World Series is still in its early stages, but a pecking order has been developed and The State Press has come up with power rankings to this point.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Offense unable to gain momentum as softball falls to Alabama

The potent Sun Devil lineup nearly came up empty against Alabama sophomore pitcher Jackie Traina as it only recorded three hits and five walks in the 2-1 loss.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Q&A with softball's Haley Steele

Prior to the ASU softball team’s clash against Alabama on Friday, ASU freshman third baseman Haley Steele talked to The State Press about the Women’s College World Series.

By John McKelvey III | June 1, 2012

Softball defeats Oregon in first round of WCWS

It may not have been breathtaking or awe-inspiring, but the No. 3 ASU softball team succeeded in the first round of the Women’s College World Series.

By John McKelvey III | May 31, 2012

Football announces return to Camp Tontozona

Six weeks after the ASU football program launched its “Return to Camp T” campaign, the Sun Devils announced they would be going to Camp Tontozona for the first time since the 2007 season. The Sun Devils will practice at Tontozona from August 14-18, with a scrimmage on the 18.

By William Boor | May 31, 2012

Baseball loses two of three to UA

The No. 16 Sun Devils dropped two of three against the No. 13 Wildcats in a series that drew a total of 14,055 people.

By Ross Dunham | May 27, 2012

Former Sun Devils shine in UFC 146

Cain Velasquez redeemed himself by defeating Antonio “Big Foot” Silva.

By Josh Nacion | May 27, 2012

ASU helps twins become individuals

The Ryder sisters have disagreed through the years, but during their time at ASU, they have channeled their sibling rivalry into motivation and have found their true sisterhood.

By Brendan Capria | May 27, 2012

Devil Dish: May 29

Has Pau Gasol played his last game in a Lakers uniform?

By Josh Nacion | May 27, 2012

Q&A: Raul Lara on four future Sun Devils

Recently, Raul Lara talked with The State Press about Richard Smith, Josiah Blandin, Matthew Rowe and Salamo Fiso, who all opted to play football at ASU next season.

By William Boor | May 27, 2012

Hillary Bach throws a pitch on March 15 during the Judi Garman Classic. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball advances to Women’s College World Series

After a disappointing 6-0 loss Thursday night, the Sun Devils’ offense exploded for eight home runs in Friday’s 9-2 and 8-0 victories.

By William Boor | May 27, 2012

D’Arcy leads Sun Devil pitching staff

Pitching coach Chuck D’Arcy, hired in 2011, brings a different skill along with a different mindset to the No. 2 ASU softball team.

By John McKelvey III | May 27, 2012

Q&A: Todd Graham on student involvement

The State Press recently sat down with Graham and discussed his plans to change the way the students and football team interact.

By William Boor | May 20, 2012

Devil Dish: May 21

In spite of last year’s results and this year’s promise, right fielder Justin Upton and the Diamondbacks have struggled.

By Ross Dunham | May 20, 2012

Quick eyes big sophomore season

Bustling through the line at Chick-Fil-A in the Memorial Union on ASU’s Tempe Campus is a freshman with the laid-back and calm personality of a seasoned golf veteran.

By John McKelvey III | May 20, 2012

Ruegamer finds success after NFL career ends

Grey Ruegamer, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots and New York Giants, is a retired offensive lineman enjoying success after football.

By Danny Shapiro | May 20, 2012

Burfict to sign with Cincinnati Bengals

Vontaze Burfict said he will sign a deal with the Bengals. “I didn’t get drafted like I wanted to, but I’m blessed to be on an NFL team,” Burfict said.

By Master Tesfatsion | April 28, 2012

Freshman golfer exceeds expectations

By Tiana Chavez | April 24, 2012

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