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Sun Devils sweep Mustangs in home opener

The Sun Devils (9-1) swept Cal Poly behind some of the best blocking of the season.

By Ben Margiott | September 20, 2013

No. 18 volleyball hosts its final non-conference tournament

The Sun Devils look to tighten some things up before starting Pac-12 play.

By Ben Margiott | September 17, 2013

Volleyball sweeps No. 2 Texas on way to best start since 1997

The Sun Devils overcame a five-set loss to No. 14 Illinois and rebounded with their first major win of 2013.

By Ben Margiott | September 16, 2013

Boos & Bravos: Sept. 16

Bravo to more "Harry Potter." Boo to contaminated water supplies in New Orleans and Buckeye.

By Editorial Board | September 16, 2013

ASU volleyball sweeps No. 2 Texas, drops first match to No. 14 Illinois

ASU volleyball goes 1-1 on the day, but wins the big one: a clean sweep over defending national champion No. 2 Texas.

By Ben Margiott | September 13, 2013

Don’t let football overshadow other ASU sports

ASU fans shouldn't forget about the other teams in action this fall while focusing on the college football season.

By Ian C. Beck | September 12, 2013

The ASU Volleyball Team celebrates after defeating the Wildcats 3-1 to win this year's Territorial Cup.

Sun Devil volleyball too hot for Penguins

ASU cruised to a three-set victory, ensuring they will have fresh legs Friday against No. 14 Illinois and No. 2 Texas.

By Ben Margiott | September 12, 2013

Junior libero Stephanie Preach goes low for a dig in the fourth set.

No. 2 Texas, No. 14 Illinois next up for volleyball

ASU faces its toughest competition of 2013 this weekend at the Illini Classic in Champaign, Ill.

By Ben Margiott | September 11, 2013

Sophomore setter Palmer leaves ASU volleyball team

After losing the starting setter job to Bianca Arellano and sitting out the first six games of the season, Allison Palmer has left the ASU volleyball team.

By Ben Margiott | September 10, 2013

Senior Stephanie Preach gives support to her teammates in a match in Tempe. ASU is so far undefeated, with a historic 6-0 record. (Photo by State Press Staff)

Gardner leads Sun Devils to perfect 6-0 in Gonzaga Invite

ASU won its second non-conference tournament this weekend in Spokane, Wash.

By Ben Margiott | September 9, 2013

Protesters march on Mill Avenue on Saturday. The group met at Tempe Beach Park and marched through downtown Tempe. (Photo by Diana Lustig)

Volleyball off to historic undefeated start

ASU volleyball swept sets against UNLV and Gonzaga at the Gonzaga Invitational and the team has started 6-0 for the second straight year.

By Ben Margiott | September 7, 2013

Volleyball remains undefeated, keeps set streak alive

Poor passing nearly caused the Sun Devils to lose their first set of 2012.

By Ben Margiott | September 6, 2013

Territorial Cup Series roundtable part 2: Volleyball, tennis, golf

The State Press sports staff weighs in on the Territorial Cup Series in each of the fall sports.

By Ben Margiott and State Press Sports Staff | September 6, 2013

The women's team will face Seattle, UNLV and Gonzaga in the second leg of its nine-game road stretch that opens up the 2013 season. (Photo by Arianna Grainey)

ASU volleyball's Lowrance plays former team in Gonzaga Invitational

Sophomore middle blocker Andi Lowrance will face her former team, Seattle University, for the first time on Friday.

By Ben Margiott | September 4, 2013

The Territorial Series Cup is displayed on the field at UA's football stadium. The cup currently resides on UA's campus, in the Jim Click Hall of Champions. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Territorial Cup Series: More than just football

While the focus of the rivalry between ASU and UA is on the football game, the Territorial Cup Series encompasses all NCAA sports in which both schools participate.

By Justin Emerson | September 4, 2013

ASU volleyball a perfect 3-0 after opening tournament

ASU swept the competition away in its opening weekend, starting 3-0 for the second year in a row.

By Ben Margiott | September 2, 2013

Volleyball shocks No. 24 Wichita St., wins tournament

Arizona State swept sets against both No. 24 Wichita St. and North Dakota St. on Saturday to improve to 3-0.

By Ben Margiott | August 31, 2013

Sun Devils tame Wolverines in volleyball opener

No Allison Palmer, no problem for the Arizona State volleyball team as they win their opening game of the season against Utah Valley at a tournament in Orem, Utah.

By Ben Margiott | August 30, 2013

The ASU women’s Volleyball team practices setting up a perfect play for one of their teammates to spike the ball on the opposing side. The opposing side is practicing blocking such plays. (Photo by Katherine Dunphy)

Volleyball eager to begin season with weekend tournament

The Sun Devils are excited to play their first tournament this weekend, but the team will have to do so without injured junior middle blocker Julia Katolik.

By Ben Margiott | August 27, 2013

Jason Watson, the head coach of the ASU women’s volley ball team, gives his athletes blocking advice during a practice. The girls constantly rotate players on and off the court so they all go through the same practice drills. (Photo by Katie Dunphy)

ASU volleyball primed for another big year behind key returners

With only one graduating starter, a young ASU volleyball team sets its sights on an NCAA playoff run.

By Ben Margiott | August 22, 2013

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