Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo is unlikely to be named a Heisman Trophy finalist despite his impressive performance in the Big 12 title game and ranking second in scrimmage yards nationally. Skattebo's late rise in the Heisman conversation and the timing of voting submissions have hindered his candidacy. While he ranks highly in several statistical categories, including forced missed tackles and fourth-quarter effectiveness, he remains outside the top eight in betting odds, with other players like Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty favored to make the finalist list.
ASU football secured a spot in the College Football Playoff after defeating Iowa State 45-19 in the Big 12 Championship. The Sun Devils, with an 11-1 record, await their playoff opponent and the possibility of a first-round bye, which will be determined by the selection committee. The outcome of other championship games, such as the ACC and Mountain West, will influence ASU's seeding. The first playoff game could see ASU in the Fiesta Bowl or traveling for a first-round match, depending on whether they receive a bye.
Arizona State University (ASU) football team secured a dominant 49-7 victory over Arizona in the Territorial Cup, with Cam Skattebo rushing for 177 yards and three touchdowns. This win keeps ASU in contention for the Big 12 Championship game, depending on the outcomes of other matches. ASU's chances hinge on TCU defeating Cincinnati or BYU beating Houston, among other scenarios. The victory marks ASU's first Territorial Cup win since 2021 and their first in Tucson since 2020.
Arizona State University (ASU) cannot secure a spot in the Big 12 title game solely by winning the Territorial Cup, as it also depends on the outcomes of other conference games. ASU needs at least one of the following teams to win for favorable tiebreakers: Kansas, West Virginia, TCU, Kansas State, or BYU. Kansas and West Virginia have already lost, affecting ASU's chances. Key games that could impact ASU's title hopes include Kansas State vs. Iowa State and BYU vs. Houston.
Graham Rossini, with over 20 years of experience in sports business, has been named the new athletic director for Arizona State University. Rossini, an ASU alumnus, has a strong background in revenue generation, corporate partnerships, and capital projects. He has previously worked with the Arizona Diamondbacks and has been instrumental in securing major naming rights partnerships and expanding ASU's NIL efforts. Rossini aims to support student-athletes and coaches while building strong relationships within the ASU community.
Arizona State University's men's swim team broke a new US Open and NCAA record with a 1:20.55 time in the 200 medley relay at the 2024 Pac-12 Conference Championships. Anchor swimmer Jonny Kulow mentioned that the team was fully rested and shaved for the meet, raising questions about their strategy given that most of their swimmers would already qualify for NCAAs. The team's exceptional performance suggests they may be at the forefront of year-round fast swimming in the NCAA.
Fifth-ranked Arizona men’s basketball team secured a historic blowout victory over ASU with a 105-60 win, marking the largest margin of victory in the rivals’ history. Jaden Bradley led all scorers with 21 points, while Arizona had six players in double figures. The win extended Arizona’s winning streak to six games and maintained their lead in the Pac-12 standings.
Ray Anderson has stepped down as the Vice President for University Athletics at Arizona State University (ASU), citing the need for continuity of leadership amidst the unprecedented changes in college sports. Anderson will remain at ASU as a professor and senior advisor. Jim Rund will serve as interim athletic director. Anderson's tenure was marked by expanding varsity sports, leading facility renovations, and hiring successful coaches. ASU will enter the Big 12 conference under Anderson's leadership and as a member of the AAU.
Arizona State University (ASU) police are investigating an assault on an English professor by individuals affiliated with conservative grassroots activist organization Turning Point USA. The professor claims to have been assaulted after being followed and harassed by a reporter from the group, while Turning Point USA alleges that the professor was the aggressor. ASU police are treating the incident as a potential bias or prejudicially motivated assault and have not yet identified any suspects.
The Arizona Coyotes will play the 2023-24 season at Mullett Arena on the campus of Arizona State University despite a new arena plan being rejected by voters. The Coyotes were seeking to build a new arena in Tempe as part of a $2.1 billion entertainment district, but just over 56% of respondents voted "no" on the three ballot propositions needed to approve the project. The team's future in Arizona remains uncertain, but they will play at ASU for the upcoming season.
The Arizona Coyotes will play the 2023-24 season at Mullett Arena on the campus of Arizona State University despite a new arena plan being rejected by voters. The Coyotes were seeking to build a new arena in Tempe as part of a $2.1 billion entertainment district, but the plan was rejected by voters on Tuesday. The team's president and CEO confirmed that they will play at ASU next season, and the NHL deputy commissioner also confirmed that he doesn't envision a scenario in which the Coyotes are not playing in Mullett Arena next season.
League of Legends' champion Sivir has finally received an update after 13 years, with a new base splash art that fixes her odd standing position. Riot Games has updated many champions' original splash art over the years, with Sivir being the latest. While some fans are happy with the new art, others have criticized its lack of color vibrance and called for a full art and sustainability update (ASU). Sivir's pick rate is below 5 percent, so it remains to be seen if she will receive a more in-depth design update in the future.
NC State wins their first-ever 200 medley relay title, breaking the NCAA record by 0.46 seconds in a time of 1:20.67. Texas dominates to win their fourth-straight NCAA title in the 800 free relay, breaking the NCAA, US Open, and American record with a time of 6:03.42. ASU's Leon Marchand sets the fastest 800 free relay split in history, going out in 42.28 to the feet.
