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MARSHALL LAW: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall runs through a Washington State defender during ASU’s 42-0 win last Saturday. The Sun Devils travel to Los Angeles on Saturday in hopes of beating USC for the first time since Nov. 6, 1999. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

ASU trying to top USC 11 years after last win

When the Sun Devils take the field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, it will be exactly 11 years to the day since ASU defeated the Trojans.

By Andrew Gruman | November 4, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 5

The Williams sisters have been noticeably absent from the women’s tennis world lately and if they call it a career, the sport could suffer in the U. S.

By Nicole Klauss | November 4, 2010

SECOND MEETING: USC sophomore quarterback Matt Barkley drops to pass during a game earlier this season. The Sun Devils stifled Barkley last season as he completed just seven of 22 passes for 112 yards. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Trojan)

Pressure on USC secondary to stop ASU pass attack

Saturday’s showdown in Los Angeles will likely pit the USC football team’s weak pass defense against ASU’s explosive pass offense.

By Tyler Emerick | November 4, 2010

IMMINENT KILL: Junior setter Cat Highmark lofts a set as sophomore middle blocker Erica Wilson prepares for a kill. Hosting Oregon and Oregon State this weekend, the Sun Devils are looking to improve their passing game against tough Pac-10 teams. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Volleyball seeking consistency against Oregon schools

As the ASU volleyball team moves into the final month of regular season play, consistency on the court becomes more vital than ever.

By Greg Dillard | November 4, 2010

Win or tie could take soccer to NCAA tournament

For the ASU women’s soccer team, a win or a tie in either game during the final weekend of regular season play will go a long way.

By Elijah Grasser | November 4, 2010

READY FOR TAKEOFF: Members of the ASU men’s swim team prepare to jump from the block during last Saturday’s Alumni Meet. The team looks to bounce back from a rough start at the U of A Duals with a home meet against Air Force on Friday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Dive team opens season as men’s swimming looks to improve

The ASU men’s swim team tries to build on its shaky first meet with a home showdown against Air Force. The dive team opens its season on the road against Hawaii.

By William Boor | November 4, 2010

Patience rewarded for linebacker Oliver Aaron

Junior linebacker Oliver Aaron is finally seeing the field after rarely doing so in his first two seasons.

By Rashad Abdullah | November 3, 2010

Trip to USC a homecoming for many Sun Devils

Forty-nine players on the ASU roster hail from California, with many from the Southern California area.

By Andrew Gruman | November 3, 2010

BIG VOCALS: The role of being a leader can be tough to succeed in, but for ASU senior libero Sarah Johnson, her lessons learned along her volleyball journey as a Sun Devil have helped her become the great vocal leader she is today. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Johnson’s leadership constant through volleyball’s highs and lows

Through a coaching change, frustrating seasons and upset wins, senior Sarah Johnson has embraced her leadership role as libero of the ASU women’s volleyball team.

By Greg Dillard | November 3, 2010

Offensive firepower gives Trojans early advantage

ASU may have the better defense, but slowing down the USC offense is no easy task.

By Nick Ruland | November 3, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 4

Oh, the San Francisco Giants won their first World Series title since moving to the bay in 1958? That was so three days ago.

By Tyler Emerick | November 3, 2010

HOME COURT: ASU senior Micaela Hein prepares for a backhand while playing at the ASU Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe. The Sun Devils compete at home for the first time this season by hosting the ASU Thunderbird tournament, which starts Friday. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Tennis gets break from road with Thunderbird Invite

After playing their only three fall tournaments on the road, the Sun Devils host their first home tournament of the season Friday through Sunday at the Whiteman Tennis Center.

By Nicole Klauss | November 3, 2010

WRAPPING UP: Sophomore linebacker Vontaze Burfict and junior safety Eddie Elder take down a player from Washington State during ASU’s shutout victory over the Cougars on Saturday. Next up for the Sun Devils defense is the USC offense, ranked 13th in the nation. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Intimidating atmosphere awaits ASU football against USC

The ASU football team hasn’t won in Los Angeles since 1999 and faces the usual hostile environment Saturday, but the Sun Devils are confident about their chances.

By Nick Ruland | November 2, 2010

SILENT MOMENT: Junior diver Elina Eggers prepares for a dive during practice earlier this season. A native of Sweden, Eggers has won 13 gold medals in the Swedish Nationals and even competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Diver Eggers succeeding in Arizona and beyond

ASU junior diver Elina Eggers sat down with The State Press to talk about classes, the Beijing Olympics, and diving.

By William Boor | November 2, 2010

NEW YEAR EXCITEMENT: Junior pitcher Mitchell Lambson, shown jogging, is one of several returning players from the Pac-10 champion squad excited for the upcoming season. ASU coach Tim Esmay, coming off a 52-10 record in his first year at the helm, understands the winning expectations associated with his team, and the pressure that accompanies it. (Photo by Nick Kosmider)

With new attitude in place, ASU baseball building on 2010

After falling short in the College World Series last season, the ASU baseball team has adopted a mindset that was already starting to flourish under coach Tim Esmay.

By Nick Kosmider | November 2, 2010

Cowboys, Vikings find themselves struggling by their own fault

Before the 2010 NFL season, both the Vikings and the Cowboys were expected to compete for a title; now they are the laughing stock of the league.

By Nathan Meacham | November 2, 2010

Devil Dish: Nov. 3

Attending both a World Series and an All-Star game should be on the bucket list of any baseball fan.

By William Boor | November 2, 2010

Defensive line demonstrates strength in win

The ASU defensive line recorded five sacks in their win against Washington State on homecoming.

By Justin Beatty | November 2, 2010

Club hockey routs UNLV 8-2

The Halloween weekend set the stage for what could have easily been a trap for the ASU club hockey team, but the Sun Devils cruised to an easy win over UNLV.

By Nick Licalzi and Ryan Hess | November 1, 2010

Victory over USC keeps Oregon atop Pac-10 and nation

After defeating USC over the weekend, the Oregon Ducks look poised to finish off their run to the national title game.

By Andrew Gruman | November 1, 2010

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