Sports

Junior Max Okun smiles outside of the Student Recreation Center on Tuesday. Born with only one arm, Okun played basketball in high school and continues to play at the SRC frequently. (Photo by Marissa Krings)

Student succeeds on court despite birth defect

Business communications major Max Okun has found success in sports, despite having a stunted left arm. He inspires both his family and students with his positive attitude.

By Josh Nacion | February 22, 2012

Shannon Haas looks to shoot in a practice on Feb. 24, 2011. Haas and the Sun Devils look to increase their consistency and extend their program-best perfect record. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Water polo looks to improve consistency, remain unbeaten

It seems the resonating tone for the No. 5 Sun Devils is to keep fighting on defense and fine tune components on offense as they head to the UC Irvine Tournament this weekend.

By Farrah Wade | February 22, 2012

Jahii Carson poses for the camera during an exclusive photo shoot with The State Press on Feb. 17. Carson averaged 32.2 points per game as a senior at Mesa High School and was one of top 10 point guards in the nation, according to Rivals.com. (Photography by Aaron Lavinsky, assisted by Sam Rosenbaum)

Q&A: Jahii Carson on academic ineligibility, King

Carson spent time with The State Press discussing his academic ineligibility, Keala King and everything in between.

By Master Tesfatsion | February 22, 2012

Chris Colvin dribbles up the court in a game against UA on Dec. 31, 2011. Colvin was one of three players suspended for the last meeting between ASU and UCLA. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Sun Devils look to correct mistakes in final home games

When asked what needs to improve during the final three games of the regular season, coach Herb Sendek simply said “everything.”

By Master Tesfatsion | February 22, 2012

Alex Earl cheers on her teammates in a game against Washington State on Feb. 18. Earl played her last home game at Wells Fargo Arena, but is looking forward to closing the season strong and reaching the NCAA tournament. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Earl reflects on accomplishments, career

When her coaches and teammates think about Earl, they will think about her smile, energy and passion that she brought to the program every day.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 22, 2012

Janae Fulcher looks to score in a game against Stanford on Feb. 2. The Sun Devils look to close out their season strong and finish among the best in the Pac-12. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Women’s basketball seeks revenge against USC, UCLA

The last time the ASU women’s basketball team played USC and UCLA, both teams beat the Sun Devils in Tempe.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 22, 2012

Stanford remains elite in Pac-12 power rankings

If the season ended today, here is where the Pac-12 teams would stack up.

By Edmund Hubbard | February 22, 2012

Decline of Pac-12 evident in lack of talent

So far, the 2011-12 season has been a dreadful one for the Pac-12 conference.

By Kyle Newman | February 22, 2012

Caroline Kuczynski swims the butterfly in a meet against UA on Feb. 11. Kuczynski and the Sun Devilsare set to compete in the Pac-12 Championships in Washington. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Swim and dive prepares for Championships

With the dual-meet season over and the Pac-12 Championships starting on Wednesday, the approach has changed for the Sun Devils.

By Josh Nacion | February 21, 2012

Slideshow: Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show

Equine competitors and enthusiasts from around the globe converged at West World Scottsdale for the 57th annual Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show this week. The event is considered to be one of the largest equine gatherings in the world.

By Aaron Lavinsky | February 21, 2012

Carson, transfers work together in practice

Jahii Carson, Bo Barnes and Evan Gordon have established a camaraderie while working with the scout team and look forward to their time on the court next season.

By Master Tesfatsion | February 21, 2012

Sam Parlich runs from third base in a game against San Jose State on Feb. 9. Parlich is tied for second on the team with two stolen bases this season. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sun Devils know how to defend stolen bases

The nation’s most prestigious softball conference doesn’t steal often. Only two teams from the Pac-10 last year ranked in the top 80 in stolen bases per game and ASU ranked No. 167.

By John McKelvey III | February 21, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 22

Mark my words — Peyton Manning won’t be in an Indianapolis Colts uniform next season.

By Kyle Newman | February 21, 2012

Rozas doubles as manager, third baseman for club baseball

After wrapping up his first three years on the club baseball team, David Rozas was named head coach by previous players and coaches.

By Troy Lopez | February 21, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 21

This may be the case for every team in the NBA, but the Phoenix Suns especially hate to play against Kobe Bryant.

By Gian Demano | February 20, 2012

Senior Beaté Jones performs a floor routine in a meet against Illinois on Feb. 19. Jones placed second in the all-around and tied a career high 9.900 in the floor exercise event. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Despite solid performances, Gym Devils fall to Fighting Illini

It may not have been a victory, but the Sun Devils took away their second best score of the season Sunday afternoon.

By Gian Demano | February 20, 2012

Brash, arrogant Chisora exactly what boxing needs

Down the road, Chisora has the potential to become the next great heavyweight fighter. As immature as he may be, boxing needs this guy.

By Kyle Newman | February 20, 2012

Freshman Brandon Bonilla, son of Major League Baseball all-star Bobby Bonilla and godson of MLB legend and former ASU great Barry Bonds, joins the Sun Devils’ pitching staff this season. (Photo by Tyler Emerick)

Bonilla eager to create own identity, legacy

Brandon Bonilla’s maturity, developed from growing up in the wings of his father, Bobby, and his godfather, Barry Bonds, doesn’t overshadow his love of the game.

By Tyler Emerick | February 20, 2012

Junior Hannah James returns a volley in a match against NAU on Feb. 17. James started things off right for the Sun Devils, winning her singles match 6–0, 6–3. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sun Devils dominate in 7–0 win over NAU

Every Sun Devil on the singles court won their match in two sets, leading the No. 20 ASU tennis team to a 7–0 victory over NAU in Tempe on Friday.

By Devin McIntyre | February 20, 2012

Elizabeth Caporuscio watches the ball after making contact in a game on Feb. 10. Caporuscio’s walk-off home run against Iowa gave the Sun Devils momentum in the Littlewood Classic. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Caporuscio sets tone for Sun Devils in Littlewood Classic

Freshman centerfielder Elizabeth Caporuscio’s three-run, walk-off home run against Iowa on Friday night breathed new life into the Sun Devils’ sails, carrying them through the Littlewood Classic last weekend.

By John McKelvey III | February 19, 2012

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