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PERFECT POISE: Despite ASU's loss to Wisconsin on Saturday, redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet displayed composure and leadership. Threet finished 21-of-33 passing for 211 yards and no interceptions. (Photo by Norm Ritland)

Badgers avoid upset on special teams

Although ASU outgained Wisconsin 288 to 139 in return yards, the No. 11 Badgers made the two biggest plays of the day on special teams to hold off the upset-minded Sun Devils, 20-19.

By Tyler Emerick | September 19, 2010

Devil Dish: Sept. 20

For all of you who bleed maroon and gold, Saturday’s loss to Wisconsin was a heartbreaker.

By Andrew Gruman | September 19, 2010

Replay: ASU football at Wisconsin

Football beat writer Tyler Emerick blogs live from Madison, Wisconsin as the Devils take on the Badgers.

By Tyler Emerick | September 18, 2010

Soccer trying to stay perfect in Wildcat Classic

The ASU women’s soccer team looks to maintain its high-powered offense as they take on Ohio State and Central Florida at the Wildcat Classic.

By Elijah Grasser | September 16, 2010

BUMPED UP: Freshman libero Jenny Teslevich prepares for a bump during the ASU Sheraton Classic. The ASU Sheraton series concludes this weekend with the ASU Sheraton Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Volleyball looking for intensity in tournament

With a set of games lined up for the weekend, the ASU volleyball team continues to face the challenge of translating practice intensity to matches.

By Greg Dillard | September 16, 2010

Men’s golf defending tournament title in Chicago

The ASU men’s golf team looks to defend its title at the Olympia Fields Invitational in Illinois this weekend.

By Greg Dillard | September 16, 2010

Devil Dish Sept. 17: A tale of two kings

Perhaps the perfect analogy for LeBron James’ rise and fall comes in the story of another King.

By Tyler Lockman | September 16, 2010

LONG RUN: Redshirt sophomore Ben Jankunas runs with teammates at practice Tuesday. The men's and women's cross country teams travel to Tucson this weekend for the Dave Murray Invitational. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Harriers look to showcase talent in Tucson

The ASU cross country team heads to Tucson Friday for the Dave Murray Invitational, an event hosted by UA.

By Kyle Newman | September 16, 2010

NOWHERE TO RUN: ASU Junior defensive tackle Lawrence Guy (50) and redshirt senior defensive end Jamarr Robinson (55) take down Northern Arizona freshman running back Zach Bauman during last Saturday's 41-20 win. The Sun Devils' defense faces a much bigger challenge on the ground this week in Wisconsin junior running back John Clay, a Heisman Trophy hopeful and the reigning Big Ten Conference offensive player of the year. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Match-up with Wisconsin could define season

Ready or not, the matchup that the Sun Devils have been waiting for is finally here as they travel to Madison to take on the No. 11 Badgers.

By Andrew Gruman | September 16, 2010

Karin Volpe named Pac-10 player of the week

Karin Volpe, senior forward for the ASU women's soccer team, was named PAC-10 player of the week on Monday.

By Noah Findling | September 16, 2010

ASU Weightlifters represent country, college at World Weightlifting Championships

Alumnus Sarah Robles and Junior Alex Lee are training for the World Weightlifting Championships in Turkey.

By Master Tesfatsion | September 15, 2010

BIG BADGER: Wisconsin junior running back John Clay has rushed for 260 yards and four touchdowns behind one of the nation's most skilled offensive lines. Clay is also the reigning Big Ten Conference offensive player of the year. (Photo Courtesy of Megan McCormick)

In ASU, Badgers facing first true test

Most football teams play with five offensive linemen. The No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers (2-0) start six. Sort of.

By Tyler Emerick | September 15, 2010

Badger run game poses challenge for ASU

The Wisconsin Badgers’ offense has held one thing constant over the years: They love to run the football and they do it well.

By Andrew Gruman | September 15, 2010

Devil Dish: Spet. 16

Cy Young award winner, staff ace with a nasty sinker and reliable arm were all things once true of Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Webb.

By Greg Dillard | September 15, 2010

EDGE: Big, experienced Badgers the favorite over ASU

Hitting the road for the first time this season, the Sun Devils take on Wisconsin as underdogs.

By Nick Ruland | September 15, 2010

Junior golfer Ciganda finishes strong in Texas

The lone two players on the ASU women’s golf team teed off this week in the 2010 NCAA Fall Preview.

By Greg Dillard | September 15, 2010

Nance signs with Packers

Former ASU running back Dimitri Nance signed with the Green Bay Packers on Tuesday after the team lost its starting running back.

By Nathan Meacham | September 15, 2010

Football preparing for hostile environment

Redshirt junior quarterback Steven Threet has seen it. The ASU football team? Not so much.

By Nick Ruland | September 14, 2010

LATE ARRIVAL: Cross country senior Michael Rodriguez trains at Sun Angel Stadium early Tuesday morning. After initially falling short of making the ASU roster, Rodriguez finally earned a walk-on spot this season. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Cross country senior makes most of one season

Michael Rodriguez just won’t take no for an answer. With one shot left, Rodriguez was determined to stick.

By Kyle Newman | September 14, 2010

An undefeated NFL season is such a tease

Every year one or two teams show flashes of brilliance and get commentators all hyped up on the possibility of an undefeated season, but go on to lose late in the season.

By Nathan Meacham | September 14, 2010

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