Sports

Devil Dish: Aug. 30

Exerpt: It was a little scary hearing that Goran Dragic wanted to return to Europe, but thank God for miscommunication.

By Nathan Meacham | August 29, 2010

With time & talent, WNBA will grow

The WNBA, as a league, is stuck between the market it sells to and the market it wants to reach. But their selling point is a different brand of basketball.

By Nathan Meacham | August 26, 2010

SET ON PERFECTION: Sophomore middle blocker Erica Wilson prepares a spike after a set up from junior setter Cat Highmark at practice last week. The Sun Devils open their season Friday at the Dayton Flyer Classic. (Photo by Andy Jeffreys)

Women’s Volleyball starts season with trio of games

ASU women’s volleyball will face a trio of opponents who are coming off successful 2009 seasons at the Dayton Flyer Classic this weekend.

By Greg Dillard | August 26, 2010

Track & field holding tryouts

The ASU track and field team will be holding open tryouts for any ASU student looking to earn a spot on the roster this year.

By Kyle Newman | August 26, 2010

HOME FIELD: Redshirt sophomore forward Sierra Cook (left) pursues sophomore forward/defender Alyssa Freeman in practice last week. The team opens at home against Baylor Friday. (Photo by Chris Stark)

Soccer taking on Baylor in home opener

Sun Devils practice air game in preparation for next match.

By Elijah Grasser | August 26, 2010

Redshirt sophomore wide receiver A.J. Pickens waits for a call from quarterbacks freshman Taylor Kelly and sophomore Brock Osweiler. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Football team anxious to get season started

With just eight days left until Portland State rolls into Tempe, the ASU football team is getting anxious.

By Tyler Emerick | August 26, 2010

Devil Dish: Aug. 27

Three failed marijuana drug tests before you even have to sit out from competition? It doesn’t appear the NBA takes its player’s toking habits very seriously.

By Kyle Newman | August 26, 2010

Young swim and dive team aiming high in 10-11

The ASU swimming and diving team sees its young core of new and returning talent as long-term strength, starting with a strong 2010 season.

By William Boor | August 25, 2010

STACKING UP: The ASU offense and defense square off in Saturday’s scrimmage. With many questions on offense, the Sun Devils hope to surprise the rest of the Pac-10 Conference with a high finish, but they’ll have to take on the likes of Southern California and Oregon. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Trojans, Ducks on top of Pac-10 power rankings

A wide open Pac-10 gives nine teams hope for a bowl berth. With conference play about four weeks away, here’s how the Pac-10 stacks up.

By Andrew Gruman | August 25, 2010

CAPTAIN COMEBACK: Though he is likely to miss significant time this season with a torn ACL, fifth-year offensive lineman Jon Hargis (59) was voted one of four captains by his teammates. Hargis hopes to return midway through the fall. (Photo by Kyle Thompson)

Hargis’ hard work rewarded with captain nod

Just four months ago, ASU fifth-year offensive lineman Jon Hargis went down with a torn ACL in his left knee. It seemed his career could be over.

By Tyler Emerick | August 25, 2010

Devil Dish: Aug. 26

With the sports world full of scandal and stardom, it’s time to appreciate one of the purest athletic platforms.

By Nicole Klauss | August 25, 2010

BREAKING AWAY: Redshirt sophomore running back James Morrison evades a defender during Saturday's scrimmage. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Stormy day reflects battle at quarterback

ASU football’s starting quarterback battle remains close with less than a week until coach Dennis Erickson names the lead passer

By Nick Ruland | August 24, 2010

Infamous World Cup ball troubling goalkeepers

The Adidas Jabulani ball, infamous for complaints during the World Cup, may have played a part in the Sun Devils’ first game.

By Elijah Grasser | August 24, 2010

FOLLOW THROUGH: ASU senior Micaela Hein delivers a backhand during a match last season. (Photo by Kyle Thompson)

Women’s tennis players spend summer around the world

Members of the ASU women’s tennis team traveled around the world over the summer, some for competition and some just to return home.

By Nicole Klauss | August 24, 2010

Pressure, perfection motivate senior golfer

A par from ASU senior Scott Pinckney on the 18th and final hole would send ASU into a playoff; a birdie would send them to the NCAA tournament.

By Greg Dillard | August 24, 2010

Devil Dish: Aug. 25

Everything does not appear to be everything on the set of ESPN’s popular show “Around the Horn.”

By Tyler Emerick | August 24, 2010

Cornerback Carr quietly making impact

If the old adage for cover corners is true, that utterance of name is evidence of error, it could be a while before redshirt sophomore cornerback Deveron Carr gets his due.

By Nick Ruland | August 23, 2010

ASU to honor military with ticket donation

Sun Devil Athletics is donating one ticket for every ticket purchased to the September 11 home football game against Northern Arizona as part of its Salute to Our Troops program.

By Tyler Emerick | August 23, 2010

Erickson to announce starting quarterback Monday

Coach Dennis Erickson is expected to name his starting quarterback at his weekly Monday press conference

By Andrew Gruman | August 23, 2010

BATTLING BACK: Redshirt junior cross country runner Camille Olson warms up at practice Monday. Olson has fought back from multiple injuries to resume her collegiate career. (Photo by Andy Jeffreys)

Runner beats injury and illness to compete for ASU

The State Press caught up with cross country runner Camille Olson to talk about her struggles, pre-race routine and more.

By Kyle Newman | August 23, 2010

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