Arizona State rises to No. 16 after back-to-back upsets as College Football Playoff hopes hang in balance
PHOENIX – The College Football Playoff committee ranked ASU (9-2) at No. 16 as chaos ensued across the country last Saturday, but the Sun Devils remain behind a trio of three-loss SEC teams.
ASU hockey’s stunning sweep of No. 1 Denver suggests ‘Activating the Valley’ extends beyond football
PHOENIX – While Arizona State was pulling off a wild football victory against BYU, the school’s hockey team was working on a stunning sweep of top-ranked Denver, the first time the defending national champion Pioneers had been swept at home since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bill comes due: ASU football fined $25,000 for failing to keep fans from storming field during BYU victory
PHOENIX – The Big 12 Conference slapped Arizona State with a $25,000 fine for failing to keep fans from rushing onto the field at Mountain America Stadium Saturday, but the Sun Devils might have gotten off cheap. The SEC hit Oklahoma and Auburn with much larger bills for similar celebrations.
As sportsbooks implement AI to drive growth, identify problem gamblers, door opens to potential predatory behavior
PHOENIX – AI can be used to track problematic gamblers and to personalize the experience for users, but with that comes privacy concerns and potential manipulation.
Photo essay: Too young for Division I? Why Kyi Kyi Miles isn’t the norm
Kyi Kyi Miles, a freshman at Mesa High School, is already receiving scholarship offers from major universities to play basketball. Here’s a look at what led a 13-year-old to his first scholarship — and why the stream of offers is only just beginning.
‘It worked horribly’: ASU’s Kenny Dillingham takes accountability on late-game chaos vs. BYU
TEMPE – In a battle that went down to the final seconds, No. 21 Arizona State outlasted No. 14 Brigham Young to pick up another pivotal win. The final result wouldn’t have been possible without efforts from key players.
Sporttrade expands reach to Arizona with innovative stock market-style sportsbook
PHOENIX – Sporttrade, a new sportsbook modeled after stock-trading platforms such as Robinhood, recently launched in Arizona and is making a name for itself with its innovative format.
Chaos in Tempe: ASU hangs on to beat BYU, nears berth in Big 12 championship game
TEMPE – In a game defined by chaos, the Arizona State Sun Devils hung on to defeat the BYU Cougars and put themselves in contention to win the Big 12 Conference and make an appearance in the College Football Playoff.
Scrambling toward a happy ending: Arizona football maintains hope for bowl eligibility
LOS ANGELES – The Arizona football team, after ending a five-game losing streak, feels optimistic as TCU looms. “Block it out” has become its mantra moving ahead toward a positive season end.
Relive the magic: Former ASU players recall 2014 Notre Dame game ahead of Saturday’s BYU matchup
PHOENIX – Many people are considering this weekend’s ASU game against BYU to be the biggest game in program history since 2014, when the Sun Devils defeated No. 10 Notre Dame at home, 55-31. Jaelen Strong and Zane Gonzalez, both members of that team who went on to play in the NFL, looked back at the game and the rowdy fan environment.
Fan duel: Sold-out Mountain America Stadium braces for ASU, BYU supporters and game-day drama
TEMPE – Saturday's game between ASU and BYU sold out earlier this week. The number of fans in attendance for either side may prove vital in the game’s final result.
Stars align: Jake Plummer, Shane Doan join celebrities at Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships
MESA – The 2024 Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships in Mesa attracted over 2,600 competitors, including a Dinks for Difference Celebrity Match. The event celebrated pickleball's progress, while also supporting USA Pickleball Serves and community participation.
