Say what you want about teams spending too much planning how intimidating they want to look in battle, but selling fancy uniforms equals an excellent recruiting pitch.

By Josh Nacion | September 1, 2011

HIGH-ALTITUDE RUN: Members of the men’s cross country team run during a practice last year. Both the men’s and women’s teams open the season at the George Kyte Classic in Flagstaff on Saturday. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Cross country gets under way in Flagstaff

This is the first of eight scheduled meets this year for the Sun Devils.

By Danny Shapiro | September 1, 2011

UC Davis vs. ASU football live updates

Join the live conversation with our reporters from ASU's first game of the 2011-2012 season.

By Sports Multimedia | September 1, 2011

No. 4 Virginia awaits soccer on the road

The soccer team will need to take their confidence with them when they play one of their toughest games all season at No. 4 Virginia on Friday.

By Justin Janssen | September 1, 2011

LOOKING AHEAD: Members of the ASU football scout team kneel on the field during Monday’s practice. Head coach Dennis Erickson credits his scout team for providing valuable practice prior to games. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Scout team quietly making ASU better

To be seen and not heard is one thing. But what if you’re neither?

By Tyler Emerick | September 1, 2011

Playing easy teams too risky to start season?

There’s always a certain danger that comes with scheduling a cream-puff college for your opener.

By Kyle Newman | September 1, 2011

THE BIG HUSKY: Junior linebacker Vontaze Burfict smiles as he exits the field during a scrimmage in August. Burfict is one of six current Sun Devils who played football at Centennial High in Corona, Calif. under coach Matt Logan. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Corona Centennial coach watches players grow up

The State Press caught up with Corona Centennial coach Matt Logan to talk about his six ASU players.

By William Boor | September 1, 2011

OVERWHELMING ADVANTAGE: ASU senior wide receiver Gerell Robinson tries to break a tackle by sophomore safety Alden Darby during ASU’s spring game in April. The Sun Devils’ speed across the board gives them a huge edge on UC Davis. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

EDGE: On paper, Sun Devils far superior

ASU’s depth, speed, and potent playmakers on both sides of the ball give it a distinct advantage heading into the season opener.

By Greg Dillard | September 1, 2011

GOING, GONE: ASU senior Omar Bolden runs the ball down the sideline after making an interception during the Sun Devils’ loss to USC last season. Despite being sidelined for the year due to injury, Bolden remains an integral part of the team. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Bolden throwing himself behind team despite injury

Omar Bolden’s devastating injury has forced him to take on a new role for the Sun Devils.

By Greg Dillard | September 1, 2011

GROUND SUPPORT: Junior running back Cameron Marshall breaks free from the NAU defense for a touchdown in last year’s Sept. 11 victory over the Lumberjacks. Marshall will start for a powerful offense that is expected to run over UC Davis on Thursday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

UC Davis braces for Sun Devils

The Aggies are certainly the underdogs when facing any football bowl subdivision team, but their focus is not on the Sun Devils, but rather on playing solid fundamental football.

By William Boor | September 1, 2011

ALL TOGETHER: The ASU football team huddles and raises pitchfork signs after the spring game in April. The Sun Devils begin the inaugural Pac-12 season just outside the Top 25 in preseason polls. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Osweiler ready to lead team into battle

When Brock Osweiler runs out of the Pat Tillman tunnel Thursday against UC Davis, it’ll be for the first time as a starter.

By Tyler Emerick | September 1, 2011

Osahon Irabor takes huge strides at corner

Arizona State redshirt sophomore Osahon Irabor has made significant gains at cornerback for the Sun Devils in the offseason. Irabor will make his eight start when the Sun Devils face UC Davis Thursday at Sun Devil Stadium.

By Master Tesfatsion | August 31, 2011

Sun Devil safety Eddie Elder sits down with The State Press

Reporter Andrew Boven sits down with Sun Devil safety Eddie Elder to discuss the upcoming season and his high expectations. By: Andrew Boven

By Andrew Boven | August 31, 2011

Devil Dish: Sept. 1

The Diamondbacks should start thinking about playoff ticket sales.

By Elijah Grasser | August 31, 2011

Robles named assistant coach

Head coach Shawn Charles announced yesterday Anthony Robles would serve as a volunteer coach.

By Josh Nacion | August 31, 2011

Titans’ Chris Johnson deserves huge contract

If you’re on the top, like Johnson is right now, chances are you won’t stay there for long.

By Kyle Newman | August 31, 2011

COACH’S CIRCLE: Volleyball coach Jason Watson (center) addresses his players during a game last October. Watson missed a portion of last weekend’s Sheraton Classic due to health issues, but now has fully returned to his coaching duties. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Coach Watson back to health for volleyball

A re-energized and healthy coach Watson returned to practice this week.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 31, 2011

SERVE'S UP: ASU junior middle blocker Erica Wilson swings her arm on a serve during the preseason Alumnae Match. Wilson and the SUn Devils will play their road opener Friday at the Iowa State Challenge. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball heads to Iowa for first road tourney

The ASU volleyball team travels to Ames, Iowa to compete in the Iowa State Challenge.

By Edmund Hubbard | August 31, 2011

OPEN FIELD: ASU sophomore defender Kaitlyn Pavlovich (24) tracks the ball along with two South Carolina defenders during the Sun Devils’ close 1-0 win over the Gamecocks on Sunday. Pavlovich and the rest of the team travel to Virginia to take on the Cavaliers on Friday. (Photo by Michaela Mader)

Soccer’s Stone gets her groove back

Nikki Stone has battled knee injuries for most of her career as a Sun Devil, but now she is in full health.

By Justin Janssen | August 30, 2011

The enigma that surrounds Sidney Crosby

Sidney Crosby is still suffering from headaches, despite the fact that he first felt the symptoms back on Jan. 5.

By Elijah Grasser | August 30, 2011

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