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GETTING BACK IN: ASU and Stanford swimmers line up on the blocks awaiting the start signal during the Sun Devils’ home meet against the Cardinal last January. The ASU swim and dive team compete in their second meet of the season against a formidable opponent in Wisconsin on Saturday. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Swim hosts Wisconsin in second meet of season

The Sun Devils will be back to competing on Saturday when they host Wisconsin.

By Josh Nacion | November 3, 2011

CLOSING OUT: Sophomore Jacqueline Cako returns a volley with an underhand swing during the Sun Devils’ home meet against Iowa State last January. ASU will compete in its last meet of the fall season at the team’s annual Arizona State Thunderbird Invitational over the weekend. (Photo by Nathan Meacham)

Tennis hosts final fall tournament

The ASU women’s tennis team prepares for the 17th Annual Arizona State Thunderbird Invitational.

By Devin McIntyre | November 3, 2011

Wrestling opens season in Mich.

ASU is fresh off the Maroon and Gold Wrestle-Offs last Friday

By Kyle Newman | November 3, 2011

Podcast: Sun Devils travel to UCLA

Listen to our football beat writers Tyler Emerick, Greg Dillard and William Boor discuss the ASU football team's blowout victory over Colorado, becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2007 and the Sun Devils' trip to Pasadena this weekend.

By State Press Staff | November 3, 2011

ALMOST THERE: ASU sophomore offensive lineman Evan Finkenberg runs to make a block for sophomore wide receiver Kyle Middlebrooks during the Sun Devils’ win over USC in September. If Finkenberg is healthy on Saturday, then the Sun Devils’ offensive line will be intact for the first time all season. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Offense could see entire first string Saturday

If Evan Finkenberg is able to play this weekend, the entire unit will be available for the first time since Sept. 1.

By Tyler Emerick | November 2, 2011

FAVORED: ASU junior linebacker Vontaze Burfict reaches for Colorado senior tight end Ryan Deehan during the Sun Devils’ 48-14 win on Saturday. Despite equal Pac-12 records, ASU holds a significant advantage against UCLA. (Photo by Elijah Grasser)

EDGE: Sun Devils should keep South lead

The Sun Devils’ balanced attack should aid them in Pasadena. | Slideshow inside |

By Greg Dillard | November 2, 2011

VETERAN NETMINDER: ASU goalie Mark Schacker makes a glove save during the Sun Devils’ win over Central Oklahoma on Saturday. Schacker’s veteran presence provides stability on a young ASU squad. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Q&A: Schacker on goaltending, transferring

The State Press sat down with Mark Schacker.

By John McKelvey III | November 2, 2011

BATTLE FOR SUPREMACY: UCLA senior safety Tony Dye tracks ASU junior quarterback Brock Osweiler during the Sun Devils’ victory in Tempe last year. Despite an up and down season, the Bruins can still claim the top of the Pac-12 South with a win on Saturday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bruins aiming for control of Pac-12 South

An upset victory against ASU would put UCLA first in the Pac-12 South.

By William Boor | November 2, 2011

Devil Dish: Nov. 3

Soccer may not dominate the U.S. like it does around the world but FIFA 12 is everywhere.

By John McKelvey III | November 2, 2011

FAMILY MAN: ASU redshirt senior offensive linemen Garth Gerhart blocks off a Colorado pass rusher during the Sun Devils’ 48-18 victory over the Buffaloes. California-based players like Gerhart are expecting many of their friends and families to be in attendance at Saturday’s game at UCLA. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Football adamant to win at UCLA for families

The Sun Devils travel to Pasadena this weekend for a bout against UCLA at the Rose Bowl.

By Greg Dillard | November 1, 2011

GOING THE DISTANCE: ASU senior wide receiver Mike Willie (1) attempts to run around USC redshirt cornerback Anthony Brown during the Sun Devils’ 43-22 win over the Trojans on Sept. 24. Willie’s ability to play the wide out position and his ability to block has played a crucial part in the Sun Devil offense. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Football’s Willie an unconventional X-factor

Mike Willie does not fit any of the typical wide receiver stereotypes.

By William Boor | November 1, 2011

LOVE FOR THE GAME: ASU sophomore outside hitter Danica Mendivil celebrates after a point during a match. The 2010 Pac-10 All-Freshman Honorable Mention inductee said she enjoys the intensity and competition as a member of the Sun Devil volleyball team. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Q&A: Danica Mendivil on season goals, life after volleyball

Mendivil sat down with the State Press to talk about her time at ASU so far.

By Edmund Hubbard | November 1, 2011

LAST STAND: ASU senior soccer players (from left to right) Kari Shane, Kate Sangster, Nicole Acosta, Sierra Cook and redshirt juniors Courtney Giovanni and Courtney Tinnin pose with Sparky before a game. All but Tinnin will play their final games as Sun Devils on Friday against UA. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Careers end for five soccer seniors

Friday ends the 2011 season for the ASU soccer team.

By Justin Janssen | November 1, 2011

Devil Dish: Nov. 2

The NCAA is much more greedy and deceptive than Al Capone’s gangsters ever were.NCAA, college sports, Bobby Rush, Al Capone, Congress, Mafia

By Kyle Newman | November 1, 2011

TURNING PRO: Ex-ASU golfer Carlota Ciganda sinks a putt during the PING/ASU Invitational earlier in the year. Ciganda is still adjusting to life away from the team after leaving a year early to start her professional career. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Ciganda adjusting to life away from ASU golf

Former ASU golfer Carlota Ciganda dominated in college but is still getting used to the pros.

By John McKelvey III | October 31, 2011

Devil Dish: Nov. 1

Length of New Jersey Nets forward Kris Humphries’s marriage to Kim Kardashian: 72 and dead.

By Josh Nacion | October 31, 2011

ALL DRESSED UP: ASU junior quarterback Brock Osweiler answers questions at Monday’s press conference dressed up as coach Dennis Erickson, all the way down to the white hair, visor and championship ring. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Emmons)

Osweiler dresses as Erickson for Halloween

To celebrate Halloween, the 20-year-old Osweiler dressed up as his 64-year-old coach.

By Tyler Emerick | October 31, 2011

PULLING EVEN: ASU forward David Jantzie scores a backhand goal against Central Oklahoma on Saturday. The Sun Devils avoided a weekend sweep with a 7-3 win on Saturday night. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Hockey avoids sweep by Central Oklahoma

The No. 4 ASU Hockey team overcame problematic setbacks from No. 19 Central Oklahoma.

By John McKelvey III | October 31, 2011

NOT JUST A SCRIMMAGE: ASU redshirt junior Levi Cooper stares down a teammate during a wrestle-off last year. This year’s edition showcased a healthy Cooper and several up-and-coming freshmen. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Starting spots contested at Wrestle-Offs

The ASU wrestling season unofficially began on Friday night with the Sun Devil Wrestle-Offs.

By Kyle Newman | October 31, 2011

Slideshow: ASU Club Hockey 2011-2012

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By photoed | October 30, 2011

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