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Title hopes: ASU junior Constantin Blaha tucks mid-dive during the Sun Devils’ loss to Cal on Jan. 21. The Austrian native is the defending conference 3-Meter springboard champion, and hopes to repeat at the Pac-10 championships in Seattle this week. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Repeating as Pac-10 champions on divers’ minds

It is never easy to repeat as champions, but three members of the ASU dive team are up for the challenge.

By William Boor | February 22, 2011

Q&A: Senior Kennegard on Sweden, perfection

Kennegard has plenty of accomplishments, including being a member of the Third-Team All-American in 2009 and 2010, and earning 12 top-10 finishes in his career.

By John McKelvey III | February 22, 2011

King picking it up in practice, on the court

Keala King will be the first person to tell you that his practice habits weren’t acceptable.

By Andrew Gruman | February 22, 2011

Devil Dish: Feb. 23

At first glance it appears the NCAA cracked down on Jim Calhoun and Connecticut for recruiting violations.

By Nick Ruland | February 22, 2011

Outfielder Cory Hahn underwent surgery Sunday night

ASU released a statement Monday regarding Sunday’s chilling injury to freshman outfielder Cory Hahn.

By Tyler Emerick | February 21, 2011

Clean Sweep: ASU junior Jamie Sandys races down the track during a practice earlier this season. Both the men’s and women’s teams dominated at the Lumberjack Invitational this past weekend, winning 13 individual events. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Track sweeps Lumberjack Invite

The ASU track and field team finished on top of the men’s and women’s team standings and won 13 individual events, including five event sweeps.

By Zach Cavanagh | February 21, 2011

Kenny Smith lights up, takes over dunk contest

Every year Smith has his own d(r)unk contest for a national audience. ‘Trbl.’ But hey, that’s the only explanation my little brain can come up with.

By Nick Ruland | February 21, 2011

2 softball players grab national weekly honors

While the ASU softball team is off to a strong start in the 2011 season, both senior third baseman Krista Donnenwirth and freshman pitcher Dallas Escobedo have had their fair share of personal success as well.

By Greg Dillard | February 21, 2011

Out of nowhere: ASU redshirt sophomore Levi Cooper takes on a teammate before the start of the regular season in October. Cooper has been impressive in Maroon and Gold after walking on at the start of the year. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Long road led heavyweight to ASU, success

Nimble journeyman Levi Cooper isn't your average heavyweight.

By Kyle Newman | February 21, 2011

Devil Dish: Feb. 22

Baseball season is now in full swing with the start of spring training, and there is high drama in the air.

By Kyle Newman | February 21, 2011

Men's basketball snaps losing streak with win over WSU

When WSU's Abe Lodwick’s game-winning 3-point attempt hit off of the front of the rim and the buzzer sounded, sophomore guard Trent Lockett fell onto his back with pure relief.

By Andrew Gruman | February 20, 2011

Devil Dish: Feb. 21

This year’s Slam Dunk Contest topped last year’s by far in terms of entertainment.

By Nicole Klauss | February 20, 2011

ASU senior middle-infielder Michelle Nulliner gets a jump off third base during the Sun Devils’ season opening victory on Feb. 10. ASU swept the weekend’s Littlewood Classic by run ruling all four opponents. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball sweeps Littlewood Classic

The No. 9 Sun Devils (9-1) scored a combined 52 runs, with each of their four wins coming via the run rule.

By Greg Dillard | February 20, 2011

New Highs: ASU junior Madison Snowden works on the beam, where she scored a 9.725 during the Sun Devils’ upset of No. 13 Washington on Friday in Tempe. Snowden also scored a 9.825 on her floor routine. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Gym Devils pull off upset against No. 13 UW

ASU gymnastics scored a big upset over No. 13 Washington at home on Friday night, posting a season high score en route to a 195.750- 195.450 win.

By Kyle Newman | February 20, 2011

Late surge keys comeback victory over WSU

It took most of the game to do, but once the ASU women’s basketball team found its offense, it was game over for Washington State.

By Elijah Grasser | February 20, 2011

Rain check: ASU sophomore infielder Deven Marrero stretches for the ball during the Sun Devils’ rain-delayed 8-1 victory over New Mexico on Saturday. A four-game set against UNM was cut short because of weather. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Baseball sweeps rainy season opener

Because of inclement weather, the teams only played three games out of four, with the No. 11 Sun Devils sweeping the series against New Mexico.

By Tyler Emerick | February 20, 2011

Seniors hope to leave lasting legacy at ASU

Senior Lesley Rogers hopes to leave a lasting legacy at ASU while Michelle Nulliner is just hoping for a healthy return.

By Fahim Rasul | February 18, 2011

TOWERING OVER: Junior guard Kimberly Brandon drives to the hoop for two in the Devils win over the Huskies Tursday night. (Photo by Steve Rodriguez)

Tobin leads women’s hoops over UW

For the second straight game, seniors Becca Tobin and Dymond Simon led the ASU women’s basketball team in scoring as the Sun Devils rolled over Washington, 71-63.

By Elijah Grasser | February 17, 2011

Extended losing streak: ASU senior guard Jamelle McMillan guards Washington senior guard Venoy Overton during the Sun Devils’ 79-62 loss to the Huskies Thursday night. It was ASU’s 11th straight Pac-10 defeat. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Washington sends ASU to 11th straight Pac-10 loss

Washington sent ASU to its ninth straight loss and 11th straight Pac-10 defeat, running away with a 79-62 victory at Wells Fargo Arena Thursday night.

By Andrew Gruman | February 17, 2011

Behind the bag: ASU junior Taylor Haro slides behind a Western Michigan defender during the Sun Devils’ 17-0 victory on Feb. 10. Another five game weekend for ASU starts Friday against Seattle University. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

No. 9 softball hopes to improve during Littlewood Classic

As the No. 9 Sun Devils continue tournament play with the Littlewood Classic this weekend, they hope to develop a consistent offensive attack.

By Greg Dillard | February 17, 2011

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