ASU reporter, ArizonaSports.com editor
Damon Allred
About
Damon Allred is the Arizona State reporter for Arizona Sports and is a web editor for arizonasports.com and KTAR.com. Born and raised in the Valley, Damon has lived in the metro Phoenix area for most of his life. He began covering ASU in fall 2024 and also co-hosts the State of the Sun Devils Podcast. When he’s not doing something involving sports, it’s likely you’ll find Damon at a movie theater or a trail up north.
Expertise
- Sports and news writing
- Photography
Education
- Mesa Community College — Journalism program
- Eastern Arizona College — Music education program
Social media profiles
- X: @iamdamonallred
- Instagram: @iamdamonallred
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ASU BASKETBALL | Nov 2, 2024Jayden Quaintance, BJ Freeman land on preseason awards watch lists for ASU men’s basketball
ASU men's basketball has its first members of preseason awards watch lists since 2021 in Jayden Quaintance and BJ Freeman.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 2, 2024Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt throws touchdown pass on first drive in return vs. Oklahoma State
The Arizona State offense looked smooth with quarterback Sam Leavitt punctuating an efficient drive with a touchdown on his first drive back from injury.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Nov 2, 2024Cardinals-Bears: Roof expected to be open at State Farm Stadium
The roof at State Farm Stadium is expected to be open on Sunday as the Arizona Cardinals host the Chicago Bears, the team announced.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Nov 2, 2024Suns’ Bradley Beal questionable vs. Blazers, Josh Okogie taken off injury report
Suns guard Bradley Beal is questionable for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, and Josh Okogie was taken off the injury report.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Nov 2, 2024Report: Cardinals have called about pass rushers Azeez Ojulari, Arden Key ahead of NFL trade deadline
The Arizona Cardinals have reportedly made calls about pass rushers Azeez Ojulari of the New York Giants and Arden Key of the Tennessee Titans.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Nov 1, 2024ASU football’s kickoff time at Oklahoma State moved up due to weather
ASU football's game at Oklahoma State was pushed up due to weather concerns, the Big 12 announced Friday.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 28, 2024Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt likely to return vs. Oklahoma State
Kenny Dillingham said on Monday Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt has been cleared and will likely play on Saturday at Oklahoma State.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 27, 2024Bye week report cards: ASU football grades by position through 7 games
Breaking down which positions have graded out the best for ASU football through seven games at its second bye week of the season.
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ASU BASKETBALL | Oct 25, 2024How to watch: ASU-Duke men’s basketball exhibition is Hurley’s return to ‘a sacred place’
ASU and Duke are set to square off Sunday in a men's basketball exhibition billed as head coach Bobby Hurley's return to Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 21, 2024Dillingham clarifies ‘unacceptable’ postgame comments on ASU football’s kicking game
Kenny Dillingham said his comments on the ASU kicking game were "unacceptable" because of the negative impact it had on kicker Ian Hershey.
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ARIZONA WILDCATS BASKETBALL | Oct 21, 2024ESPN: Arizona men’s basketball in top 3 of most appealing teams for NBA scouts in 2024-25
With a highly touted freshman and several known returners, Arizona men's basketball will make Tucson a popular destination for NBA scouts.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 19, 2024Got a leg? Dillingham says Arizona State to hold open tryouts at kicker on Monday
Open tryouts at kicker are coming Monday for Arizona State students, head coach Kenny Dillingham said after a loss at Cincinnati.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 19, 2024Arizona State offense falters behind Jeff Sims in road loss to Cincinnati
The Arizona State offense never found its footing with backup quarterback Jeff Sims in a loss at Cincinnati on Saturday.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 19, 2024ASU running back Cam Skattebo plows through defenders for second touchdown vs. Cincinnati
Cam Skattebo flexed his willpower on his second touchdown of the day as ASU football cut its deficit to 24-14 at Cincinnati on Saturday.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 19, 2024Arizona State CB Javan Robinson exited vs. Cincinnati with shoulder injury
Cornerback Javan Robinson was seen with his arm in a sling after injuring his shoulder in the first half of Arizona State's loss at Cincinnati on Saturday.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 18, 2024Ossenfort: Cardinals focused on what they can control ahead of Chargers matchup, trade deadline
Inconsistencies have been the biggest reason why the Cardinals' 2-4 start has been so frustrating, Arizona general manager Monti Ossenfort said Friday.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 18, 2024ASU football coaches trust QB Jeff Sims to get past Cincinnati without Sam Leavitt
Although ASU football will miss its starting quarterback in Sam Leavitt on Saturday at Cincinnati, the coaches have said it's business as usual with experienced backup Jeff Sims leading the offense.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 16, 2024Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt out vs. Cincinnati due to injury, Jeff Sims to start
Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is out for Saturday's game against Cincinnati after suffering a rib injury. Jeff Sims will start in his place.
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GCU | Oct 15, 2024Grand Canyon’s dynamic duo of Tyon Grant-Foster, Ray Harrison ready to compete again
Grand Canyon men's basketball is set up well to make a run at its third straight WAC title this season, led by reigning player of the year Tyon Grant-Foster and senior Ray Harrison.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 15, 2024National credit coming Cam Skattebo’s way is a testament to his work, ASU coach Dillingham says
ASU football coach Kenny Dillingham said Monday he's the harshest critic of running back Cam Skattebo, and he doesn't let him hear all the good things being said about him.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Oct 15, 2024Diamondbacks get 5 Gold Glove finalists, including 2023 winners Gabriel Moreno, Christian Walker
The Diamondbacks had five selected as Gold Glove finalists, including 2023 winners Gabriel Moreno and Christian Walker.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 14, 2024Kenny Dillingham does not care about ASU football getting votes in the AP poll
Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham on Monday made it clear he does not care even a little bit about the Sun Devils' standing in the AP Top 25.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 14, 2024Suns legend Steve Nash visits ASU football preaching ‘process over outcome’
Phoenix Suns legend Steve Nash paid a visit to an ASU football meeting on Monday morning as a walking, talking example of success.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 13, 2024Miscues keep Cardinals from getting rhythm in rough loss to Packers
Several injuries, an uncharacteristic amount of penalties and a few key fumbles were the difference in a Cardinals loss to the Packers on Sunday.