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ASU football denied a bowl game following win over UA

ASU came out on top in a thrilling Territorial Cup matchup Thursday night, but the Sun Devils' bid to get bowl eligible with two FCS wins was denied Friday.

By Andrew Gruman | December 3, 2010

ASU football to replace offensive coordinator Olson

The ASU football team will have a new engineer of its offensive scheme next season.

By Nick Kosmider | December 3, 2010

TERRITORIAL TRIUMPH: Freshman defensive end Junior Onyeali reacts to ASU's 30-29 Territorial Cup win over UA on Thursday night. The Sun Devils won the game in double overtime after a blocked extra point attempt. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Territorial Cup returns to Tempe as ASU tops UA

The ASU football team finally seemed to have luck on its side Thursday night in Tucson, as two extra point blocks led the Sun Devils to a 30-29 double-overtime victory over UA

By Andrew Gruman | December 2, 2010

UNDER PRESSURE: UA junior quarterback Nick Foles tries to stay on his feet as ASU defenders move in. The Wildcats had a chance to win late in the fourth quarter, but a blocked extra point sent the game to overtime, where the Sun Devils took a 30-29 victory. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Stoops regrets final decision in Wildcats’ loss

Sending kicker Alex Zendejas out for the final extra point will replay in UA coach Mike Stoops’ mind for years to come.

By Tyler Emerick | December 2, 2010

RISE UP: Senior guard Jamelle McMillan goes up for a layup against UAB during the Sun Devils home opener on Nov. 20. ASU fell to the undefeated No. 11 Baylor Bears 68-54 Thursday night. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Baylor drops men’s hoops for second straight year

Trying to avenge a close loss in Tempe last season, the ASU men’s basketball team was unable to stop senior guard LaceDarius Dunn and the Baylor defense, falling 68-54 on Thursday night.

By Tyler Lockman | December 2, 2010

Devil Dish: Dec. 3

Apparently, the NCAA can pick and choose when bylaw 12.3.3 applies.

By Andrew Gruman | December 2, 2010

WRAP UP: Redshirt senior Anthony Robles wraps up Cal State Fullerton senior Andre Gonzalez during ASU's 25-19 victory over the Titans on Nov. 27. Robles, the No. 3 ranked wrestler at 125 pounds, will compete with his teammates against the nations top teams at the Las Vegas Invitational this weekend. (Photo by Aaron Lavinksy)

Six top-10 teams await Wrestling at Vegas Invite

The ASU wrestling team will head to Las Vegas for the Cliff Keen/Las Vegas Invitational, where the Sun Devils will face off against top competition from around the nation.

By Kyle Newman | December 2, 2010

DEFENSIVE STANCE: Junior guard Alex Earl gets in position to guard a Providence ballhandler during ASU's 63-56 victory over the Friars. The Sun Devils turned up the intensity in practice this week in preparation for the ASU Classic. (Photo Courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

Women’s hoops turns up intensity for ASU Classic

The Sun Devils are playing at home for the first time since Nov. 12, a victory over NAU in their season opener, in the annual ASU classic.

By Elijah Grasser | December 2, 2010

Replay: ASU at UA

Replay ASU's thrilling Territorial Cup victory over UA with a transcript of our live gameday blog.

By Tyler Emerick | December 2, 2010

LAST LEGS: Sophomore quarterback Brock Osweiler scrambles from UCLA defenders during last week’s 55-34 ASU win. This week, Osweiler is tasked with picking apart a UA defense that has faltered recently. The Sun Devils need a win to preserve their chance to receive an NCAA waiver for a bowl game. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Sun Devils hungry for a Territorial Cup win

Nobody has to tell ASU football coach Dennis Erickson how important the Territorial Cup rivalry game is to each university.

By Andrew Gruman | December 1, 2010

SLOW RISE: After a stretch of tough years devoid of postseason play, ASU women’s volleyball coach Jason Watson believes his team is on the rise. The team went 7-11 in conference play this season after winning just three Pac-10 matches last year. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Progress in 2010 bodes well for volleyball’s future

The ASU volleyball team failed to qualify for the postseason in 2010, but the Sun Devils are confident their progress will translate into future success.

By Greg Dillard | December 1, 2010

FULL SPEED AHEAD: Senior guard Jamelle McMillan looks for an option during ASU’s recent game against UAB. Just days after falling in the championship game of the Great Alaska Shootout, the ASU men’s basketball team gets back to the grind against Baylor Thursday and Richmond Sunday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s hoops faces tough pair in Baylor, Richmond

After losing in the Great Alaska Shootout championship game last weekend, the Sun Devils only had a few days to rest, regroup and hit the road again against a talented Baylor team.

By Andrew Gruman | December 1, 2010

Wildcats look to shore up defense against ASU

In reality, not much is at stake for the No. 23 Wildcats Thursday night in Tucson against ASU, but don’t tell that to anybody on the team though.

By Tyler Emerick | December 1, 2010

Devil Dish: Dec. 2

Similar to the proverbial tree falling in a Rocky Mountain forest, does anything the Colorado Rockies do actually happen if people that matter aren’t paying attention?

By Nick Ruland | December 1, 2010

Hands Up: The ASU swim team joins together after a meet earlier this season. The swim team has experienced a rougher start to the season than the dive team due to a large number of freshman on the roster. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Swimming’s youth, diving’s experience dictate fall season

The ASU dive team began the season with just one new addition, so expectations were high. Conversely, the swim team took on a new season with a roster full of freshman.

By William Boor | November 30, 2010

Devil Dish: Dec. 1

Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose isn’t Michael Jordan and he doesn’t need to be.

By Tyler Lockman | November 30, 2010

EDGE: Home crowd gives Wildcats slight advantage over ASU

These teams are relatively even with UA home crowd giving the Wildcats the edge, despite the teams seemingly headed in opposite directions.

By Nick Ruland | November 30, 2010

Breakaway: ASU sophomore Cameron Marshall sprints away from the UCLA defenders during the teams 55-34 victory over the Bruins. Marshall finished with 148 yards in the game, including a 71-yard touchdown run. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

History favors Wildcats in Territorial Cup showdown

Take it with a grain of salt or completely buy into it, but only once since 1979 has the Territorial Cup gone to a team with a losing record when the other has a winning record.

By Andrew Gruman | November 30, 2010

Sharing the Knowledge: After dominating the college stage and competing in the Beijing Olympics, ASU assistant coach Ben Askren (left) now puts his efforts into teaching young wrestlers on the ASU squad. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Diversely-talented Askren brings vast experience to ASU wrestling

ASU wrestling assistant coach Ben Askren has done it all. From wrestling to MMA and even disc golf, Askren has kept up an impressive record of success.

By Kyle Newman | November 30, 2010

Brock Osweiler's performance leads to win against UCLA

Quarterback Brock Osweiler took over for an injured Steven Threet during the Sun Devils' 55-34 win over the UCLA Bruins.

By Justin Beatty | November 29, 2010

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