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BACK IN THE POOL: Freshman Tristin Baxter won the open-water 10K event at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships over the summer but returns to the pool for ASU when the season gets underway in mid-October. (Photo by Andy Jeffreys)

Expectations high for freshman swimmer Baxter

The entire collegiate swimming season takes place in a pool, but one ASU swimmer took her talents to the open waters of Maui, Hawaii over the summer.

By William Boor | October 4, 2010

Guard Abbott a candidate for Wooden Award

ASU men’s basketball senior guard Ty Abbott is a preseason candidate for the 2010-2011 John R. Wooden Award, college basketball’s most prestigious honor.

By Tyler Lockman | October 4, 2010

Devil Dish: Oct. 5

Behind the clout of primetime commentary, NBC’s multi-angled replays and in an effort to entertain, the viewer is persuaded into believing the rash generalizations of commentators.

By Nick Ruland | October 4, 2010

IN STRIDE: The ASU men’s cross country team runs together in practice. The men took 11th place at the Notre Dame Invitational. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Cross country men finish just outside top 10

The ASU men’s cross country team took 11th place at the Notre Dame Invitational on Friday, while the rest of the squad was at the ASU Invitational in Mesa.

By Kyle Newman | October 3, 2010

BREAKING AWAY: Oregon State junior back Jacquizz Rodgers carries the ball against ASU on Saturday. The Beavers got the win 31-28 and Rodgers finished with 54 yards and two touchdowns. (Photo COurtesy of the Daily Barometer)

OSU picks apart ASU defense to win Pac-10 opener

ASU hadn’t allowed any points in the fourth quarter in 2010. Oregon State hadn’t scored any points in the fourth quarter in 2010. In just 24 seconds Saturday, both of those streaks were snapped.

By Tyler Emerick | October 3, 2010

PICKED OFF: Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet releases a pass Saturday against Oregon State. Threet was intercepted three times in the 31-28 loss after throwing four last week against Oregon. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Barometer)

ASU among nation’s worst in red zone efficiency

The ASU football team’s staying power amongst the most penalized teams in college football has been unmatched the last three seasons.

By Nick Ruland | October 3, 2010

FULL FOCUS: Freshman setter Stephanie Preach prepares to serve during a home match last weekend. ASU lost over the weekend to UA 0-3 in the season opener of the Territorial Cup Series. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

UA sweeps volleyball in Territorial Cup opener

The Territorial Cup rivalry resumed over the weekend when the ASU volleyball team battled UA on the road, and the Wildcats came out on top with a 3-0 sweep.

By Greg Dillard | October 3, 2010

Devil Dish: Oct. 4

We all know that girl. The girl that has just as many sports jerseys as the guys she hangs out with and seems to know just as much, if not more, about sports than they do.

By William Boor | October 3, 2010

STEADY SCORER: Freshman running back Deantre Lewis rushes into the end zone against Oregon State on Sunday. Lewis finished with 104 yards and a touchdown, making it his third straight game over 100 yards. (Photo Courtesy of the Daily Barometer)

Beavers edge Sun Devils as Threet throws three interceptions

Looking to eliminate mistakes and end a losing streak, the Sun Devils went into Corvallis confident they could beat Oregon State.

By Andrew Gruman | October 2, 2010

Replay: ASU at Oregon State

Live updates from ASU vs. Oregon State in Corvallis, Ore. Keep refreshing the page for the most recent updates.

By Andrew Gruman | October 2, 2010

Forward Cook returns from injury for women’s soccer

After red shirting last season due to fractures in her foot, Sierra Cook is back on the field.

By Noah Findling | October 2, 2010

After recent struggles, women's soccer turns focus on Pac-10

Arizona State is focusing on the start its first Pac-10 game versus Washington State.

By Fahim Rasul | October 2, 2010

Wide receiver Gerell Robinson talks about offense, career game

Gerell Robinson had the best game of his career against Oregon.

By Andrew Boven | October 1, 2010

AIR BALL: Senior wide receiver Kerry Taylor reaches out to catch a pass against Oregon last weekend as a defender tries to stop the reception. ASU travels to Corvallis, Ore. to play Oregon State this weekend, the first of three straight road games. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Sun Devils look to halt losing streak against Beavers

In college football, losses can pile up in a hurry and before you know it, your season can be over. The Sun Devils look to stop the losses Saturday at Oregon State.

By Andrew Gruman | September 30, 2010

HARD HITTER: Sophomore middle blocker Erica Wilson jumps to spike a ball against California last weekend. After losing two games to start Pac-10 play last weekend, ASU travels to Tucson to take on UA. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

ASU volleyball team kicks off Territorial Cup season

The ASU volleyball team continues Pac-10 play this weekend, looking to get its first conference win. But, playing in Tucson, this game means a little more.

By Greg Dillard | September 30, 2010

FLEET FEET: Sophomore Doug Smith runs on the track at Sun Angel Stadium during practice earlier this season. The men's team split between South Bend, Ind. and Mesa this weekend. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Men’s cross country facing seven top-30 teams

Some of ASU men’s cross country’s best runners travel to Notre Dame to compete against top talent.

By Kyle Newman | September 30, 2010

PROTECTIVE PASSER: Oregon State sophomore quarterback Ryan Katz looks for a receiver against Louisville earlier this season. Katz is yet to throw an interception through three games. (Photo Courtesy of The Daily Barometer)

ASU defense to test Beavers' spotless turnover record

There are no “What ifs?” in Corvallis. Oregon State doesn’t beat itself. If the Beavers lose, it is because they were outplayed, not because of mental mistakes.

By Tyler Emerick | September 30, 2010

Tackle Guy named to Lott Trophy Watch List

ASU junior defensive tackle Lawrence Guy was added Thursday to the 2010 Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List.

By Tyler Lockman | September 30, 2010

Devil Dish: Oct. 1

It’s been 20 years since the Chicago Bulls dynasty of the ‘90s won its first NBA title and there couldn’t be a more fitting time to celebrate the anniversary.

By Tyler Lockman | September 30, 2010

State Press Weekly: Sept. 30

This week, we take a look at Proposition 203, Arizona's medicinal marijuana initiative. Plus, Isaiah Mustafa talks about his experiences after ASU, and a spotlight on water polo.

By State Press Staff | September 29, 2010

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