Womens Basketball

The curtain of distraction did not work this season

ASU's fun way of trying to make visitors miss their free throws is a great way to get the crowd involved, but not the best way to cause misses. 

By Henry Smardo | March 13, 2024

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ASU Women's basketball hopes to be 'one percent better' each day despite struggles

Sun Devils had a fast start when they faced non-conference teams early in the season, but have only earned two Pac-12 victories so far. 

By Aya Abdeen | February 15, 2024

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Senior Jaddan Simmons shoots 1000th career point, reflects longevity

Jaddan Simmons reached her 1000th career point with the Sun Devils in a tight win against the Fresno State Bulldogs.

By Aya Abdeen | January 23, 2024

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With crossroads looming for NIL and Title IX, universities may face a collision

As NIL continues to grow at ASU and across the nation, NIL deals may become more susceptible to Title IX scrutiny.

By Alex Wakefield and Katrina Michalak | November 30, 2023

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Coaches, teammates welcome senior guard Maggie Besselink back from injury

After missing significant time due to injury, Maggie Besselink returned to the Sun Devil women's basketball team to much praise

By Aya Abdeen | November 15, 2023

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Inside women's basketball newcomer Marina Radocaj's confidence in upcoming freshman season

Freshman Marina Radocaj brings versatility and international experience to Sun Devils women's basketball.

By Aya Abdeen | November 2, 2023

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Phoenix local plans to lead ASU women's volleyball to their first NCAA tournament since 2015

Team lead Shannon Shields looks to advance her ASU women's varsity team to season success carrying from her heavy experience playing in Arizona. 

By Lauren Nuñez | September 18, 2023

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Desert Financial Credit Union named ASU's new banking partner

The University's new retail banker, Desert Financial Credit Union, will provide physical locations, ATMs at each campus and ASU-branded debit and credit cards for students to use.

By Lauren Boykins | April 17, 2023

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ASU women's basketball's loss to UCLA caps off season of injury struggles

The Sun Devils have struggled with injuries and finished the season with a 1-17 conference record. 

By Rishi Oza | March 1, 2023

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Tyi Skinner followed coach Natasha Adair to ASU in pursuit of her dreams

Tyi Skinner followed former University of Delaware coach Natasha Adair to ASU to continue chasing her WNBA dream.

By Skylar Staples | February 7, 2023

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Men's, women's basketball fall short at home

Both of ASU's basketball teams struggled this weekend after the men's team lost to both UCLA and USC at home, while the women's team lost to UA at home as well.

By Skylar Staples , Alex Wakefield and Alfred Smith III | January 24, 2023

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Women's basketball forfeits two games due to injuries

ASU women's basketball was forced to forfeit two Pac-12 games due to injuries. 

By Skylar Staples | January 18, 2023

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ASU men's basketball extends win streak to four games

Here's the latest on ASU men's and women's basketball.

By Addison Kalmbach , Alex Wakefield and Alfred Smith III | November 28, 2022

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Sun Devil women's basketball undefeated and men's team dominated No. 20 Michigan

After weekend games, ASU men's basketball sits at 4-1 on the season and the women's team is undefeated at 4-0.

By Addison Kalmbach , Skylar Staples , Alex Wakefield and Alfred Smith III | November 22, 2022

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ASU women's basketball Treasure Hunt brings top talent to team

Transfer guard Treasure Hunt comes to ASU to as top talent after two seasons as a Wildcat.

By Addison Kalmbach | November 21, 2022

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New beginnings: An emphasis on love for Natasha Adair

Change is in the air with Sun Devil women's hoops as Natasha Adair spreads her love of the game to the desert. 

By Addison Kalmbach | November 17, 2022

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ASU women's basketball starts 2-0 in first season under Natasha Adair

ASU women's basketball started its season off on the right foot with wins against NAU and Grambling State at Desert Financial Arena.

By Addison Kalmbach and Skylar Staples | November 15, 2022

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ASU women's and men's basketball impress fans at MoonLIT Madness

ASU women's and men's basketball gave Sun Devil fans their first show of the season Friday night.

By Alex Wakefield | October 24, 2022

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ASU women's basketball hires Natasha Adair as head coach

Adair will become the next head coach for ASU women's basketball after leading the University of Delaware to its first NCAA tournament appearance in almost a decade.

By Vinny Deangelis | March 28, 2022

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ASU women's basketball head coach Charli Turner Thorne announces retirement

After 25 long years, head coach Charli Turner Thorne announced her retirement on Thursday after putting ASU women's basketball on the map.

By Remy Mastey | March 3, 2022

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