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Devil Dish: Jan. 24

Xavier may have won the battle, but the Cincinnati Bearcats seem to be winning the war.

By Edmund Hubbard | January 23, 2012

Goaltender Joe D’Elia talks to forward Colin Hekle during ASU’s win over Davenport on Jan. 18. In his first start for ASU, D’Elia recorded a win and shutout over his former team. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Hockey wins four of first six games to start semester

The No. 3 ASU hockey team began the spring semester on a relatively good note by winning four of its first six games, bringing its overall record to 23-4-2 on the season.

By Troy Lopez | January 23, 2012

ASU senior Eric Starks wrestles with Grand Canyon University's Justin Martin on Nov. 13, 2011. Starks was one of only three Sun Devils to win a match last weekend in Oklahoma. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Radford finds success amid tough wrestling losses

Redshirt freshman Kevin Radford was the highlight of the weekend for ASU wrestling, as he was the only wrestler to post two wins in upsets against both the Cowboys and the Sooners.

By Kyle Newman | January 23, 2012

Rebecca Ejdervik competes in a meet against Wisconsin on Nov. 5, 2011. Ejdervik won the 100-meter breaststroke event against Cal on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Swim and dive falters in Bay Area trip

Both the men and women’s teams left empty-handed last weekend against Cal and Stanford.

By Josh Nacion | January 23, 2012

Devil Dish: Jan. 23

Five years ago, the Suns had a chance at winning a championship. Now, the only thing the Suns have a chance at winning is the lottery.

By Trevor Paxton | January 22, 2012

Gymnastics shines in Pac-12 opener over Cal

After an average season opener, the Gym Devils’ Pac-12 opener was full of energy and big improvements as they beat Cal 195.250 to 194.050.

By Gian Demano | January 22, 2012

Joanna Smith hits a backhand during the ASU Thunderbird Invitational on Nov. 4, 2011. Smith was one of many Sun Devils to win matches over UC Davis and UC Santa Barbara last weekend. (Photo by Nathan Meacham)

Tennis defeats UC Davis 4–3, UC Santa Barbara 6–1

The ASU women’s tennis team won their first two dual season meets of the 2012 season, defeating both UC Davis and UC Santa Barbara Jan. 21-22.

By Devin McIntyre | January 22, 2012

Jordan Bachynski shoots in traffic against UA on Dec. 31, 2011. Bachynski finished the game with 10 points, seven rebounds and four blocks as the Sun Devils lost to the Utes 64–43 on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s basketball dominated in Utah loss

Without its leader, the ASU men’s basketball team was blown out for the second straight game Saturday.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 22, 2012

Kali Bennett drives to the hoop against Colorado on Jan. 19. Bennett tied a school record for seven blocks in a game as ASU defeated Utah 59–51 on Saturday. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Women’s basketball prevails against Utes

Despite ferocious attacks from Utah, the ASU women’s basketball team was able to hold onto its second half lead and come away with a 59–51 win on Saturday.

By Edmund Hubbard | January 22, 2012

Carrick Felix drives to the hoop against Oregon State on Jan. 14. The Sun Devils were unable to snap Colorado’s home winning streak Thursday night, losing 69–54. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s basketball falters in high altitude

The ASU men’s basketball team struggled in 5,345 feet of Rocky Mountain altitude Thursday against Colorado. Coupled with the absence of junior wing Trent Lockett, the Sun Devils lost 69–54.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 19, 2012

Wrestling confident against top-ranked Oklahoma teams

Riding a five-match losing streak, ASU wrestling heads to Oklahoma this weekend for two of the team’s toughest tests of the dual season.

By Kyle Newman | January 19, 2012

Hailey Casper dives in a practice November 2011. Casper is out for the remainder of the season with an injured shoulder. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Swim and dive face elite talent

Starting at Stanford on Friday and at Cal on Saturday, the ASU diving team will have to compete without both Hailey Casper and Sydney Czaus for the rest of the season.

By Josh Nacion | January 19, 2012

Kimberly Brandon shoots against USC in a Jan. 5 game at Wells Fargo Arena. Brandon finished with 20 points as the Sun Devils beat Colorado at home. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Women’s basketball dominates in return home

The Sun Devils defeated Colorado 64–43 to return to .500 in Pac-12 play.

By Edmund Hubbard | January 19, 2012

Leighann Sahagun volleys at the National Individual Indoors tournament. Sahagun’s status for this weekend’s matches is in question due to a wrist injury. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Tennis expects success in dual opener

Coach Sheila McInerney is excited about playing UC Davis and UC Santa Barbara and believes the team can win both matches.

By Devin McIntyre | January 19, 2012

Devil Dish: Jan. 20

UNC coach Roy Williams leaves loss to FSU before game reaches its end.

By Troy Lopez | January 19, 2012

Deja Mann dribbles up the court in a game against USC on Jan. 5. Mann and the Sun Devils hope to maintain their momentum as they return home. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Women’s basketball looks to maintain momentum at home

The Sun Devils look to regain home court advantage this weekend against Colorado and Utah.

By Edmund Hubbard | January 18, 2012

Kelly Reilly balances on the beam in February 2011. The Gym Devils are ready to take on the talented Pac-12 in their conference opener against Cal Friday night. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Gym Devils ready for Pac-12 opener

The Sun Devils take on California Friday at 7 p.m. The meet is the second of three straight home meets for ASU.

By Gian Demano | January 18, 2012

Devil Dish: Jan. 19

Prior to the season, Eli Manning said he was one of the elite quarterbacks in the NFL. He was right.

By William Boor | January 18, 2012

Adam Sandstrom passes the ball before practice Wednesday night. Sandstrom is on a path to international success, playing on both the ASU men’s and USA Rugby men’s national U-20 teams. (Photo by Cameron Tattle)

Adam Sandstrom heads toward international rugby success

Sophomore Adam Sandstrom is doubling as a member of the ASU men's rugby team and the USA Rugby men’s national U-20 team.

By Troy Lopez | January 18, 2012

Jordan Bachynski puts up a shot in a game against Oregon on Jan. 12. The Sun Devils will attempt to break Colorado’s home winning streak Thursday night. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Men’s hoops attempts to break Colorado’s home win streak

The ASU men’s basketball team will need players to step up in a big way if it wants to walk out of the Coors Events Center with a win over Colorado Thursday.

By Master Tesfatsion | January 18, 2012

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