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Phoenix Suns host pre-draft workouts Tuesday morning.(Photo by Jade Hanson / Cronkite News)...
Jade Hanson | Cronkite News

ASU’s Kodi Justice, Shannon Evans hope to extend basketball careers, work out for Suns

Phoenix Suns hosted ASU’s Kodi Justice and Shannon Evans II on Tuesday morning for pre-draft workouts. Both believe they can keep playing at a high level.
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Arizona Cardinals, ASU honor Pat Tillman’s legacy on Memorial Day

The Arizona Cardinals and Arizona State Sun Devils joined other teams, schools and players from Arizona in honoring the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice, including Pat Tillman.
6 years ago
ASU head coach Trisha Ford says the key to success in the Super Regional is the teamwork of pitcher...
Margaret Naczek | Cronkite News

ASU softball brings one-two pitching punch to super regional

The Arizona State softball pitching duo of Giselle Juarez and Breanna Macha could be the key to success in the super regional starting Friday.
6 years ago
Arizona State first baeman Spencer Torkelson waits for a pitch early on in an at-bat against Cal St...
Jordan Kaye | Cronkite News

ASU’s Torkelson, Cal’s Vaughn already connected before home run race

Cal’s Andrew Vaughn and ASU’s Spencer Torkelson have been engulfed in a home run race all season.
6 years ago
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Craig Morgan

Sun Devil postseason primer: ASU spring sports prepare for NCAAs

Here is a look at the Arizona State Sun Devils' spring sports' upcoming NCAA appearances in softball, golf, track and field and tennis.
6 years ago
Desiree Linden, of Washington, Mich., wins the women's division of the 122nd Boston Marathon on Mon...
Associated Press

ASU’s Linden is first American woman to win Boston Marathon since 1985

Former Arizona State runner Desiree Linden became the first American woman to win the Boston Marathon since 1985.
6 years ago
Arizona State outfielder Gage Canning tries but can't get to a ball hit by TCU in the second inning...
Zach Pekale

Arizona State outfielder Gage Canning named a midseason All-American

It's been six years since the Arizona State baseball program produced an All-American. As of now, junior Gage Canning is on pace to change that. 
6 years ago
Jon Rahm hits out of a sand trap on the fourth hole during the final round of the Phoenix Open golf...
Zach Pekale

Arizona State leads pack with five Sun Devils in Masters’ field

Though golf is primarily an individual sport, Arizona State has strength in numbers at the Masters with five alumni in the field.
6 years ago
ASU infielder Spencer Torkelson set a freshman home run record against Washington State on March 29...
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

ASU’s Torkelson honors Barry Bonds by breaking his freshman HR record

Spencer Torkelson grew up going to Giants games to watch Barry Bonds play. Now the freshman is in the same breath as Bonds as he tries to make history.
6 years ago
Arizona State guard Robbi Ryan (11) reacts after she turned over the ball during a second-round gam...
Associated Press

Arizona State falls to Texas, eliminated from women’s NCAA Tournament

Texas booked its fourth consecutive trip to the Sweet 16 with an 85-65 win over Arizona State in the women's NCAA Tournament on Monday night.
6 years ago
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Kynan Marlin

ASU outfielder Gage Canning named Pac-12 Player of the Week

After an incredible individual performance last week, especially against Oregon, ASU junior outfielder Gage Canning was named the Pac-12 Player of the Week.
6 years ago
Arizona State guard Robbi Ryan (11) drives to the basket past Nebraska guard Jasmine Cincore (34) d...
Associated Press

ASU women’s basketball clashes with Texas with Sweet 16 on the line

Arizona State has been in this position before: playing on a higher-seed's home court with a chance for an upset to earn a trip the Sweet 16.
6 years ago
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Matt Layman

Mandel: ASU’s quality wins could push them into NCAA Tournament

ASU's tournament chances got thinner as the season went further into conference play, but Stewart Mandel said the Sun Devils' big wins could push them in.
6 years ago
Indiana Fever's Briann January (20) shoots over Phoenix Mercury's Penny Taylor (13) during the firs...
Associated Press

Mercury acquire ASU legend January, trade Robinson to Fever

The Phoenix Mercury traded point guard Danielle Robinson and acquired Arizona State product and current Sun Devil assistant coach Briann January.
6 years ago
John Rahm, of Spain, hits his tee shot at the second hole during the third round of the Waste Manag...
Kynan Marlin

Jon Rahm will donate money to Red Cross for every birdie, eagle

Jon Rahm announced that he will continue to donate money based on his performance this week to the Red Cross due to the recent earthquake in the Mexico.
6 years ago
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Kynan Marlin

Wright and Vollstedt represent UA and ASU in Pac-12 Hall of Honor class

The Pac-12 announced its inductees for the 2018 Hall of Honor Monday, which included former basketball player Michael Wright and golf coach Linda Vollstedt.
6 years ago
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Doug Franz

Thoughts from Newsmakers Week, Days 4 and 5: Keim, McDonough visit

Newsmakers Week 2018! Every day this week I’ll give you a quick rundown of my thoughts on the comments of each guest throughout the week.
6 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Plans approved for Wells Fargo Arena renovations, new ASU hockey home

The Arizona Board of Regents has approved renovation plans for Wells Fargo Arena and plans for a new multi-purpose arena.
6 years ago
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Craig Morgan

New hockey home, renovated Wells Fargo Arena on tap at ASU

There will be a review Thursday for Wells Fargo Arena renovation plans, and plans for a new multi-purpose arena that would house ASU's hockey team.
6 years ago
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Zach Pekale

Arizona State baseball to add new ‘Pro Fusion’ Adidas uniform

Being the only Adidas-sponsored university in the Pac-12 comes with its perks for Arizona State. Don't believe it? Take a look at their new uniforms.
6 years ago
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Matt Layman

2017 in review: The year in sports as told by social media

Before the calendar turns to a whole new year of sports, it's time for a look back on the year 2017 as told by social media.
6 years ago
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Arizona Sports

ASU hockey to play Boston University at Gila River Arena

Arizona State and Boston University have moved their series-opening matchup from Oceanside Ice Arena to Gila River Arena in Glendale, Ariz.
6 years ago
Stanford forward Michael Humphrey (10) and Arizona State forward Ramon Vila battle for the rebound ...
Matt Layman

Sun Devil basketball’s Ramon Vila reportedly transfers from ASU

The Sun Devils began their season Friday night with a win over Idaho State, but news broke on the same day that ASU will lose Ramon Vila.
7 years ago
Arizona State quarterback Manny Wilkins (5) looks to pass the ball against Washington during the fi...
Matt Layman

ASU football looks to return to winning ways at home vs. Colorado

ASU had won three of its last four before falling to No. 21 USC last week. Can it get back to its winning ways and beat the Buffaloes on Saturday?
7 years ago