Bobby Winkles enshrined in bronze at Phoenix Municipal Stadium, cementing ASU baseball legacy

PHOENIX – Former Arizona State baseball coach Bobby Winkles is immortalized after a successful 13-year career. He earned three national championships during his career and made a lasting impact on Sun Devil sports.

Bobby Winkles' statue stands immortalized along the third baseline at, Phoenix Municipal, honoring ASU baseball's first varsity head coach. (Photo by Tyler Bednar/Cronkite News)

After losing players to the transfer portal, Arizona State football looks to returnees to bolster defensive line

TEMPE – Every school loses players to the transfer portal, but the Arizona State football team is counting on some returnees to bolster its defensive line.

Edge rusher Prince Dorbah is among the returning players that could help boost the defensive line. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News) Edge rusher Prince Dorbah is among the returning players that could help boost the defensive line. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News)

No funding, no problem: ASU Overwatch stuns esports elites without university’s financial backing

TEMPE – Despite lacking funds and support, ASU's Overwatch esports team defied expectations, climbing into the top 10 national rankings and stunning the collegiate scene.

Without scholarships or backing, ASU's scrappy Overwatch team has emerged as one of the best in the nation in the collegiate esports scene. (Photo by Sammy Nute/Cronkite News)

ASU women’s golf carries momentum into final Pac-12 title run, NCAA championships

TEMPE – Driven by a simple mindset, No. 12-ranked Arizona State women’s golf heads into the final Pac-12 championship in Pullman coming off two wins and runner-up finish. Behind a deep roster, the Sun Devils aren’t intimidated by the tough field.

Ashley Menne, Grace Summerhays hold the trophy with the Arizona State Women’s Golf team to celebrate a dominant win at the Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational in Lihue, Hawaii on March 19, 2024. (Photo courtesy of ASU Athletics)

Herbie Behm takes coaching reins from Bob Bowman, aims to keep ASU swimming on top

TEMPE – Days after ASU won its first swim and dive national championship, Herbie Behm received the greatest honor of his life and will have to learn on the job. He was promoted to replace legendary coach Bob Bowman, a program Behm has been in since 2010.

Herbie Behm, newly appointed head coach of Arizona State men's swimming, embraces the challenge of leading the program following Bob Bowman's departure. (Photo courtesy of ASU Athletics)

‘Little bit of a fairytale’: Josh Doan scores twice in unforgettable Arizona Coyotes debut

TEMPE – Josh Doan netted two goals in his NHL debut for the Coyotes on Tuesday night in a blowout win over Columbus. The son of Coyotes legend Shane Doan created lifelong memories for family, friends and fans.

Josh Doan scored two goals in his NHL debut for the Coyotes, who beat the Blue Jackets 6-2. (Photo by Reece Andrews/Cronkite News)

As spring practice opens, ASU football enters second year of Kenny Dillingham era with higher expectations in 2024

TEMPE – After back-to-back forgettable seasons, ASU football looks to improve in a plethora of ways ahead of 2024 spring practices.

ASU football coach Kenny Dillingham sets the tone for spring practice with an emphasis on competition and improvement after a challenging 3-9 season in 2023. Photo by Reece Andrews/Cronkite News)

ASU men’s basketball loses big to Utah in Pac-12 conference era finale

LAS VEGAS — In a season of highs and lows leading to the final Pac-12 tournament ASU men’s basketball had the heavy task of winning with a chance at the NCAA tournament and keeping their overall season alive.

Arizona State head coach Bobby Hurley evaluates his teams offense in a first-round matchup against Utah in the 2024 Pac-12 Tournament at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Dominic Contini/Cronkite News)

From Brazil to Tempe, ASU’s Isadora Sousa inspires on and off basketball court

TEMPE – As she approaches the end of her tenure in Tempe, Isadora Sousa's thoughts often turn to the girls back home in Brazil as she takes to the court.

Despite facing challenges, Isadora Sousa remains focused on her aspirations of playing professional basketball in Brazil and coaching to empower female basketball players. (Photo by Emma Jeanson/Cronkite News)

Hometown pride: Local gymnasts keep Arizona State program rooted in the Valley

PHOENIX – The nationally ranked Arizona State Sun Devils gymnastics team maintains a strong focus on national success, supported by four talented gymnasts hailing from the Phoenix area.

ASU graduate student gymnast Gracie Reeves celebrates after successfully dismounting from the uneven bars Feb. 2 at the Maroon Monsoon Tri-Meet. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics)

ASU’s Léon Marchand preps for Pac-12, NCAA championships en route to second Olympic appearance

PHOENIX – After finishing as the Pac-12 champions in the 2022-23 season, the ASU men’s swim and dive team is poised for history. Standout junior Léon Marchand is set to make his second Summer Olympic appearance, all while focusing on the present moment.

Arizona State standout swimmer Léon Marchand focuses on NCAA success as he prepares to represent France in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics)

Through scenery changes, ASU journeyman Jose Perez has always been a ‘winner’ on the court

TEMPE – ASU men’s basketball graduate guard and journeyman Jose Perez has not had it easy at any of his schools, but has experienced some legendary moments along the way.

With an average of 12.9 points per game, Jose Perez is one of the on-court leaders for the Arizona State men's basketball program. (Photo by Alyssa Buruato/Cronkite News)