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Last shot: ASU senior Scott Pinckney holds his finish on the driving range at ASU’s Karsten Golf Course. The ASU Thunderbird Invitational this weekend is the last chance for the seniors to get a win on home turf. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s golf competes at home for first time this season

It’s crunch time for the ASU men’s golf team, as the players, vying for their first win of the season, defend home turf.

By John McKelvey III | April 7, 2011

SoCal Competition: ASU junior Sianna Simmons smashes a forehand shot against Pacific on Feb. 13. The No. 15 Sun Devils face two top-15 teams for the second straight weekend with matchups against No. 13 USC on Friday and No. 8 UCLA on Saturday. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Tennis hosts pair of top-15 teams in USC, UCLA

The No. 15 ASU women’s tennis team faces another tough weekend of Pac-10 competition as it takes on No. 13 USC on Friday and No. 8 UCLA on Saturday.

By Nicole Klauss | April 7, 2011

McCormick, Bradshaw grab Pac-10 awards

ASU sophomore Riley McCormick was named the Pac-10 Men’s Diver of the Year, and ASU coach Mark Bradshaw was named the Pac-10 Men’s Coach of the Year.

By William Boor | April 7, 2011

Devil Dish: April 8

The annual tournament at Augusta National is one of the oldest and most prestigious competitions in the United States.

By Elijah Grasser | April 7, 2011

Looking to sweep: ASU junior Kramer Champlin pitches out of the stretch during the Sun Devils’ 3-1 victory over the Ducks on Saturday. ASU puts a six-game winning streak on the line when they visit Oregon State over the weekend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Baseball heads to Corvallis with momentum

The Sun Devils will be out in full force when they head to Corvallis for a three-game series with the No. 19 Beavers.

By Tyler Emerick | April 7, 2011

When will the NCAA dictatorship crumble?

College football and basketball players are the cash cows of the NCAA, schools, television networks, video game companies and many more.

By Nick Ruland | April 6, 2011

Youth Movement: Redshirt freshman Roger Dolan gets ready to release the discus at the ASU Invite in Tempe on March 26. The Sun Devils are reloading their roster, which has 47 athletes in their first or second season of NCAA competition. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Youth influx takes over the oval

The Sun Devils have 47 athletes in their first or second year of NCAA competition, including 30 freshmen and 20 true freshmen.

By Zach Cavanagh | April 6, 2011

Tough Schedule: ASU coach Sheila McInerney talks to Jacqueline Cako in between sets against Iowa State on Jan. 21 in Tempe. Like many sports in the Pac-10, the Sun Devils are forced to play several high-ranked opponents during conference play, including four straight against teams in the top 15. (Photo by Nathan Meachem)

Stacked conference hits tennis every season

Taking victories over the top-ranked Pac-10 teams has been a challenge for the Sun Devils every season.

By Nicole Klauss | April 6, 2011

Devil Dish: April 7

At last, one of baseball’s most storied franchises is back on the rise.

By Greg Dillard | April 6, 2011

Baseball tops UA in fiery contest

Tempers flared Tuesday between the ASU baseball team and rival UA midway through the two teams’ meeting.

By Tyler Emerick | April 5, 2011

Climbing the Rankings: The ASU softball team celebrates at home plate after a victory against UC Santa Barbara on March 26 in Tempe. The Sun Devils have moved up to No. 3 in the country behind their 35-3 record. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

ASU, Washington softball sit atop loaded Pac-10

The next six weeks are sure to be interesting, but after just one weekend here’s how the conference is beginning to unfold.

By Greg Dillard | April 5, 2011

Devil Dish: April 6

Something must be done to eliminate the corruption that rules over intercollegiate athletics.

By Andrew Gruman | April 5, 2011

Short Break: ASU senior attacker Lynlee Smith looks for an open pass against Cal Baptist on March 5 in Tempe. The Sun Devils have time to improve on their weaknesses thanks to a week off before their next game. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Water polo using bye week to work on slow starts

The ASU water polo team will use the next three weeks to improve its first quarter play and to smooth out wrinkles in both the offense and defense.

By William Boor | April 5, 2011

The science of baseball: less about the numbers

Is that unconscious confirmation bias, or is it true that “losers” and “winners” can be spotted without looking at the back of the bubble gum card?

By Nick Ruland | April 4, 2011

Back even: ASU junior Mariam Salloum makes a pass during the Sun Devils’ 16-7 victory over Cal Baptist on March 5. ASU lost another conference game over the weekend but won its next three matches to get back to .500. (Photo courtesy of Beth Easterbrook)

Water polo evens record after three victories

While the Sun Devils put together a ferocious comeback, they were unable to prevent an upset as the No. 11 San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Sun Devils 9-7 in the first game of the weekend.

By William Boor | April 4, 2011

Ejdervik swims this year's fastest 50 breaststroke

Ejdervik swam the 50 long course meter breaststroke event in 31.06 seconds, which was the fastest time recorded at the meet.

By William Boor | April 4, 2011

No gymnasts qualify for championships

The ASU gymnastics season has officially come to an end today, as senior Beaté Jones and junior Madison Snowden both failed in their bid to qualify for the NCAA tournament as individuals.

By Kyle Newman | April 4, 2011

Enemy territory: ASU sophomore Jake Barrett releases a pitch during the Sun Devils’ victory over UA on March 27. ASU travels to Tucson on Tuesday to play the Wildcats in a non-conference matchup. (Photo courtesy of Beth Easterbrook)

UA rivalry ignited mid-week

Each year the two Arizona schools meet two additional times outside the Pac-10 schedule. The games do not count toward conference standings, but do count in the Territorial Cup point race.

By Tyler Emerick | April 4, 2011

Bad timing: ASU redshirt senior wide receiver TJ Simpson gets tackled in the open field last November against Washington State. Simpson and fellow senior Omar Bolden have both suffered knee injuries in spring practice and may be out for six to nine months. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bolden, Simpson suffer potentially serious injuries

Now, just a few weeks into spring practice, ASU is holding its breath that knee injuries to a pair of key starters aren’t as serious as they appear.

By Andrew Gruman | April 4, 2011

Devil Dish: April 5

With the impending NFL lockout and a possible NBA lockout, athletes in the nation’s two most physically athletic sports will have to decide where to go to get a job.

By John McKelvey III | April 4, 2011

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