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Sun Devils dropped by No. 5 Ducks behind mistakes

Despite seemingly outplaying a top-ranked opponent for a second straight week, the ASU football team once again lost, falling victim to a bevy of eye-popping mistakes in its 42-31 loss to Oregon.

By Nick Ruland | September 25, 2010

Replay: ASU vs. Oregon

0:00, fourth quarter Ducks use "V" formation to run out the clock. Final score: Oregon 42, ASU 31.

By Tyler Emerick | September 25, 2010

WR Mike Willie making impact early in season

In Mike Willie's first year with the Sun Devils, he has made an immediate impact and might be the most talented receiver on the team.

By Andrew Boven | September 24, 2010

Sun Devils hoping for sellout crowd against Oregon

With the No. 5 Oregon Ducks (3-0) coming to Tempe on Saturday night, The State Press asked five Sun Devils what a packed house would do for the team come game time.

By Tyler Emerick | September 23, 2010

MOVING THE CHAINS: Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet calls out signals during ASU's loss to Wisconsin. Threet and the Sun Devils are hoping to improve their red zone execution Oregon this weekend. (Photo Courtesy of Norm Ritland)

Sun Devils trying to improve red zone offense

When taking on an offense with as much firepower as Oregon, the pressure could be on the ASU offense to keep up with the Ducks on Saturday.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

IN STEP: Redshirt senior Cherise McNair runs on the track at Sun Angel Stadium during a recent practice. The women's cross country team travels to Minnesota this weekend for the Roy Griak Invitational. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Cross country women facing stiff competition at Invitational

The ASU women’s cross country team heads to Minneapolis this weekend to showcase its talents at the Roy Griak Invitational.

By Kyle Newman | September 23, 2010

BOUNCING BACK: Freshman midfielder Holland Crook maneuvers past Central Florida midfielder Brianna Schooley during last weekend's 5-0 loss. The Sun Devils hope to rebound on the road this weekend against Pepperdine and Long Beach State. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Women's soccer trying to sweep West Coast road trip

The ASU women’s soccer team is looking to put the past behind them as they head into the weekend with games against Long Beach State on Friday and Pepperdine on Sunday.

By Elijah Grasser | September 23, 2010

Devil Dish: Sept. 24

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-0 so far this season, and they’ve got there without quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. In fact, they’ve got there without any star quarterbacks.

By Nicole Klauss | September 23, 2010

Men’s golf looking to bounce back, women to improve

The ASU men’s golf team looks to rebound from last weekend as they travel to Stillwater, Okla., while the women’s team travels to Franklin, Tenn.

By Greg Dillard | September 23, 2010

CLOSER LOOK: Freshman outside hitter Bethany Jorgensen squats low for a better angle on a bump during the ASU Sheraton Classic earlier this month. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Volleyball taking on two top ten teams

The Pac-10 conference is a powerhouse loaded with talent, including six teams ranked in the top 25, and this weekend, ASU faces two of them.

By Greg Dillard | September 23, 2010

High-powered offense leads Ducks against ASU

The No. 5 Oregon football team doesn’t need to dress up for Halloween this year. It is already scary enough.

By Tyler Emerick | September 23, 2010

EDGE: Speed, powerful offense make Oregon the favorite

No. 5 Oregon gets the obvious nod as the favorite Saturday, but ASU may be stronger in some ways

By Nick Ruland | September 23, 2010

COOL HANDS: In his first year as a Sun Devil, junior transfer Mike Willie has quickly become one of ASU's most reliable pass catchers. Through three games, the former junior college standout has yet to drop a ball. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Transfer receiver Willie brings hands, high expectations

If the ASU football team is going to go from Pac-10 afterthought to Rose Bowl contender, they’ll need to start thinking like one of its junior receivers — literally.

By Nick Ruland | September 23, 2010

HEAVY LOAD: Sophomore running back Cameron Marshall is taken down by Portland State defenders in ASU's first game of the season. The Sun Devils hope Marshall can help match Oregon's speedy ground game. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Sun Devils try to match Ducks’ speed

The ASU football team hasn’t had much success recently against the Oregon Ducks. In fact, UO has dominated the Sun Devils of late.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

Threet’s composure on field vital for ASU’s success

Steven Threet’s leadership showed last Saturday and it is what could push ASU over the hump in upcoming big games.

By Nathan Meacham | September 23, 2010

PASS PROTECTORS: Redshirt junior offensive lineman Mike Marcisz, junior tight end trevor Kohl and redshirt junior Garth Gerhart walk off the field ahead of the player they protect, redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Once maligned, ASU offensive line now making consistent strides

After consecutive seasons full of struggles, the ASU offensive line has improved and is no longer a liability.

By Andrew Gruman | September 23, 2010

FOLLOW THROUGH: Sophomore Hannah James returns a volley in practice last week. James is ranked 99th in the country in preseason rankings. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Women’s tennis kicks off fall season in Berkeley

The ASU women’s tennis team opens its fall season at the Cal Nike Invitational this weekend, the team’s first opportunity to see real competition.

By Nicole Klauss | September 22, 2010

HEAD GAME: Redshirt freshman Miah Mollay heads a ball earlier this season. The Sun Devils tried this week to shake off a 5-0 loss to UCF. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Soccer working to rebound after tough loss

The ASU women’s soccer team tried to clear up issues this week after a 5-0 loss to Central Florida last weekend.

By Elijah Grasser | September 22, 2010

YOUTH MOVEMENT: Freshman libero Jenny Teslevich sets up a bump during last weekend’s ASU Sheraton Tournament. Preach is one of six freshmen on this year’s team. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Freshmen making immediate impact for volleyball

They’re young, they’re talented, and they’re making exciting contributions on the court for the ASU volleyball team. They are the 2010 freshmen class.

By Greg Dillard | September 22, 2010

LIFT OFF: Junior linebacker Oliver Aaron leaps over a Portland State offensive lineman earlier this season. After playing well against Wisconsin, Aaron will start this week against Oregon. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Linebacker Aaron earns starting spot

Junior linebacker Oliver Aaron and junior defensive tackle Bo Moos have moved into ASU’s first team defense.

By Andrew Gruman | September 22, 2010

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