This Week in Pac-10 Football Nov 3, 2009
USC (6-2) vs. Arizona State (4-4 ... ARIZONA STATE (4-4)With four receptions vs. California, WR Chris McGaha upped his career total to 151, making him just the sixth receiver in Sun Devil history to reach 150 catches ... ILB Mike Mohamed named Pac-10 defensive player of the week for game-high 12-tackle (11 solo) performance at Arizona State. (Pac-10.org)
Seventh-Ranked Bruins Look to Continue Winning Ways at Rival USC Nov 3, 2009
Along with her three double-double matches, the freshman had 11 at Arizona State on Sept. 25 and 10 at Nebraska on Sept. 13 ... Her first three double-doubles during Pac-10 play came consecutively, as she had 13 kills and 11 digs at Arizona State (Sept. (Uclabruins.com)
Men's Hoops Preseason Notes As Season Opens Nov. 13 Vs. Western Illinois Nov 3, 2009
46 WINS IN PAST TWO YEARS The Arizona State's men's hoops team opens its fourth season under head coach and is coming off back-to-back 20-win seasons for the first time since 1980-81 when it takes on Western Illinois on Friday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. on FOX Sports Arizona, with Daron Sutton and Tom Kuyper on the call ... In the 18 Pac-10 games last year, no team defended shooters better than Arizona State, as it led the league in field goal percentage defense. (Pac-10.org)
Orange Slices Nov 3, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:22 PM EST. Ryan, The Citizen's sports editor, offers observations on the world of Syracuse University athletics in this space, and he loves to hear from SU fans. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
James, Mohamed and Kahut Named Players of the Week Nov 3, 2009
led California s defensive effort the the Golden Bears 23-21 road win at Arizona State ... The Cal defense limited Arizona State to 15 first downs, 82 yards rushing, 329 yards total offense and forced three turnovers. (Pac-10.org)
First Look: Washington State Nov 3, 2009
10, 2009 vs. Arizona State - L, 27-14Oct. 24, 2009 @ California - L, 49-17Oct. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
Two Tigers Selected for All-Star Classic Nov 3, 2009
125: #2 Anthony Robles (Arizona State) vs. #4 Zach Sanders (Minnesota). 133: #4 Steve Bell (Maryland) vs. #5 Daniel Dennis (Iowa). (Mutigers.com)
Oregon makes a major statement by crushing USC Nov 3, 2009
No. 24 California 23, Arizona State 21: In the battle of underachievers, Cal outlasted Arizona State, with Italian kicker Giorgio Tavecchio drilled a 24-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining to give the Golden Bears the razor-thin victory ... Arizona State certainly had chances to pull out the win in front of its home crowd, but three costly turnovers and 11 penalties kept that from happening. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Cal Returns Home Saturday to Take on Oregon State Nov 3, 2009
The team's only October loss came at USC with a hard-fought 42-36 defeat at the hands of the Trojans, while OSU took down Stanford (38-28) and Arizona State (28-17) earlier in the month ... Three Wins In A Row for Second Time this Season Cal's current three-game win streak (at UCLA, Washington, at Arizona State) marks its second three-game run of the season ... He put up his biggest numbers of the season in Cal's most recent victory at Arizona State (27-44-351-2 TD). (Calbears.com)
No. 18 California Plays Free Exhibition Game Nov 3, 2009
Abeen to the Sweet-16 each of the last two years, playing at the Trenton Regional last season where they lost to Arizona State, 84-69, in the game that followed Cal's loss to UConn ... VU continues the sweep through the Bay area at University of San Francisco the next day and finish with the exhibition on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at Cal. The Lions leave the Bay area to head directly to Arizona for a date with Pac-10 third place team Arizona State University on November 5 ... Arizona State was picked to... (Calbears.com)
Oregon Football Nov 2, 2009
Win out against Arizona State, Stanford, UCLA and Arizona (the last three all at home), and the Trojans will be 10-2 and likely returning to a BCS bowl with a chance to notch their eighth straight 11-win season ... Since that quest begins next week, I wouldn't want to be Arizona State. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Early look at the Beavers Nov 2, 2009
Current record: 5-3, 3-2 (wins over Portland State, UNLV, Arizona State, Stanford and UCLA; losses to Cincinnati, Arizona and USC). Once again, Oregon State has flown under the radar. (Cal Sports -- Rivals.com)
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One of the defense's vocal leaders this season, Young - who tallied a key interception against Arizona State - knows his unit is going to have to be ready to face a physical and rough OSU rushing attack, led by one of the country's best in Jacquizz Rodgers. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Cal Sports -- Rivals.com)
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Kevorkian's Golden Goal Powers Bears Past ASU, 3-2, in Overtime Nov 2, 2009
BERKELEY - The California women's soccer team netted a 3-2 Pac-10 Conference victory in overtime against Arizona State on Sunday afternoon at Edwards Stadium ... "We must credit Arizona State as they played hard. Cal showed great resolve to prevail in overtime.". (Calbears.com)
Anger Honored by CFPA Nov 2, 2009
ATLANTA - Cal P was honored Sunday by the College Football Performance Awards as the CFPA's Punter Co-Performer of the Week for his performance in Cal's 23-21 victory Saturday over Arizona State at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe. Anger averaged a season-high 53. (Calbears.com)
To 11/7: Day of the Dead events Nov 2, 2009
This Day of the Dead celebration, sponsored by the English Club @ ASU, features an afternoon of poetry, feasting and film in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge, room 202, on Arizona State Universitys Tempe campus. Event highlights are storytelling by Alberto Ros, Regents Professor and poet; a Da de los Muertos documentary screening and a tour of the altar display in the Museum of Anthropologys Que Vivan Los Muertos. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
USC Football Plays At Arizona State In Final... Nov 2, 2009
USC Football Plays At Arizona State In Final Road Game Both teams looking to bounce back from tough losses ... No. 12 USC hits the road for the sixth and final time of the 2009 regular season when it visits Arizona State ... Arizona State head coach Dennis Erickson has guided 3 different Pac-10 schools against USC, but he is just 1-6 against the Trojans. (Usctrojans.com)
Career Day For Carlson Aids Sweep At ASU Nov 2, 2009
White House Commends Seattle. Check out this article from The Daily of the University of Washington. (Gohuskies.com)
Heart-stopping win Nov 2, 2009
Riley guided the Bears downfield, Giorgio Tavecchio redeemed himself by kicking a 24-yard field goal with 21 seconds left and Cal danced out of the desert with a 23-21 victory over Arizona State at Sun Devil Stadium ... The Bears stopped Arizona State on 3rd-and-3 with about four minutes left - cornerback Josh Hill tackled running back Cameron Marshall inches short of a first down - to force an ASU punt ... Even as they moved ahead, though, the Bears struggled to unwind their running game... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Beavers survive UCLA scare, Cal up next Nov 2, 2009
Now Oregon State (5-3, 3-2) has to hit the road to play California, which has won three in a row after early-season blowout losses to Oregon and USC. The Golden Bears (6-2, 3-2) beat Arizona State 24-23 Saturday on field goal with 21 seconds remaining. Quarterbacked by junior Kevin Riley and also featuring explosive running back Jahvid Best, Cal's offense is a considerable upgrade compared to UCLA's, and the Beavers continue to be hampered by a passing defense that is ranked 116th among the 120... (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Oregon runs all over USC in pivotal Pac-10 battle Nov 2, 2009
This was the Trojans' worst loss since 1997, when they lost 35-7 to Arizona State and 27-0 to Washington ... USC travels to Arizona State next Saturday, while Oregon heads to Stanford. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pac-10 foes in heated battle for Tesoro guard Nov 2, 2009
Ajawara visited Arizona State this past weekend and talked to Devils Digest about his Tempe trip and his overall recruitment process. Please or to read the rest of this story. (Dawgman.com)
Ethier Named 'Clutch Performer of the Year' Nov 2, 2009
The Arizona State product became just the fourth Dodger in franchise history to amass at least 40 doubles and 30 home runs in the same season, joining Babe Herman (1930), Raul Mondesi (1997) and Eric Karros (1999). On June 26th against Seattle, Andre drove in a career-high six runs and compiled his first career three-homer game, becoming the ninth Dodger in franchise history to accomplish the feat. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Ducks dash Trojans' title hopes Nov 2, 2009
It was USC's worst lost since a 35-7 defeat to Arizona State on Oct. 11, 1997 and the most points allowed by the Trojans in Carroll's tenure. Oregon remained alone in first and undefeated in the Pac-10, threatening USC's hold on the league championship for the past seven years. (Longview Daily News, WA)
California picked to win Pac-10 basketball title Nov 2, 2009
In the media poll, Arizona was fourth, followed by Oregon State, Oregon, Arizona State, Washington State, Southern California and Stanford, where Montgomery built a perennial powerhouse before leaving for a brief NBA stint. Noting his Bears are picked first and Stanford last, Montgomery said, Probably both predictions are a little bit erroneous. (Longview Daily News, WA)
No. 25 Notre Dame thumps Cougars in Texas Nov 2, 2009
The Irish are already scheduled to be back in the Lone Star State in 2013 to play Arizona State at Cowboys Stadium. Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Offense, defense falls short in 4th quarter Nov 2, 2009
It comes to no surprise that another Arizona State football game came down to the offenses inability to gain enough yards to secure a crucial first down, leaving Saturdays game in the hands of the defense. After an overall successful day for this group, Danny Sullivan and the offense were unable to help their counterpart, resulting in a 23-21 loss to the California Golden Bears. (DevilsDigest.com)
Bears edge Devils Nov 2, 2009
Last time Arizona State played at home, they came away with a dramatic win. This afternoon, the maroon and gold were the other side of the fence seeing their opponent pull out a victory, scoring a field goal with just 21 seconds left in the game. (DevilsDigest.com)
CSD TV: Cal-Arizona State Post Game Nov 2, 2009
TEMPE, AZ -- Cal Sports Digests Jon Doss recaps the action from Cals 23-21 win over Arizona State with player and coach comments, including Giorgio Tavecchio. California-Arizona State Post Game. (DevilsDigest.com)
Oregon makes a major statement by crushing USC Nov 2, 2009
No. 24 California 23, Arizona State 21: In the battle of underachievers, Cal outlasted Arizona State, with Italian kicker Giorgio Tavecchio drilled a 24-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining to give the Golden Bears the razor-thin victory ... Arizona State certainly had chances to pull out the win in front of its home crowd, but three costly turnovers and 11 penalties kept that from happening. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
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com - Late coaching decisions deserve scrutiny. When California quarterback stepped on the field with 3:16 remaining, the eerie, ghoulish feeling that Sun Devil fans have felt numerous times just prior to gut-wrenching losses returned yet again. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Business: Athens marketexpands with four new inns Nov 1, 2009
So far, the Bulldogs have played three home games, against South Carolina, Arizona State and Louisiana State University ... "We can count on LSU, Auburn, and South Carolina almost guaranteeing a sellout, but Tennessee Tech, Arizona State and Kentucky are not high-profile games, and we definitely have availability on those weekends.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bittersweet effort from ASU defense in loss Nov 1, 2009
Clinging to a 21-20 lead, the ASU defense was put the its biggest test of the game with a little over three minutes remaining. With the game on the line, the Bears needed any sort of score with just one possession remaining in order to steal a victory Saturday at Sun Devil Stadium. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs Riding High, Eager for Aggies Nov 1, 2009
The Dogs are ranked higher than some regional and nationally prominent schools, including Cal, Notre Dame, Arizona State, Arkansas, Alabama and Penn State. Of teams on the west coast, including Pac-10 and WAC teams, only Boise State, USC, Oregon and Oregon State have higher winning percentages. (Gobulldogs.com)
DG on PX - Picking the Pac Nov 1, 2009
Cal at Arizona State, 12:30 p.m. My Pick Cal 28, Arizona State 14 Why Im Thinking the Way Im Thinking For all the praise heaped on Arizona States front seven, and rightfully so, they cant keep bailing out their invisible offense forever. It showed in the loss at Stanford, and now the Sun Devils draw a far more potent offensive attack from the Golden Bears. (Dawgman.com)
No. 10 Oregon Runs Past No. 4 USC 47-20 Nov 1, 2009
It was USC's worst lost since a 35-7 defeat to Arizona State on Oct. 11, 1997 and the most points allowed by the Trojans in Carroll's tenure. Oregon remained alone in first and undefeated in the Pac-10, threatening USC's hold on the league championship for the past seven years. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Stanford: Taylor's a "Friday Night" hero Nov 1, 2009
He broke loose for a 33-yard score against Arizona State on Oct. 24 ... After his touchdown against Arizona State, on a play drawn up at halftime by running-game coordinator Greg Roman, coach Jim Harbaugh marveled at Taylor's "slithering through the narrowest of holes.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
USC To Host CS Dominguez Hills In Exhibition Game Nov 1, 2009
USC also captured its first Pac-10 Tournament championship by defeating California, UCLA and Arizona State en route to the 2009 title. The Trojans then went on to defeat Boston College in the NCAA first round, before falling to eventual runner-up Michigan State. (Usctrojans.com)
Cal Escapes Tempe With Win, 23-21 Nov 1, 2009
TEMPE, AZ -- Giorgio Tavecchio made 3-of-5 field goals, including the game-winner from 24 yards out as California beat Arizona State 23-21 Saturday afternoon at Sun Devil Stadium. Kevin Riley threw for 351 yards and two touchdowns as the Bears improve to 6-2, 3-2 in Pac-10 play, and are bowl eligible for the eighth consecutive season. (TheBootleg.com)
Oregon makes a major statement by crushing USC (98) Nov 1, 2009
No. 24 California 23, Arizona State 21: In the battle of underachievers, Cal outlasted Arizona State, with Italian kicker Giorgio Tavecchio drilled a 24-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining to give the Golden Bears the razor-thin victory ... Arizona State certainly had chances to pull out the win in front of its home crowd, but three costly turnovers and 11 penalties kept that from happening. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
SDSU-Arizona State to be Televised by FS Arizona Nov 1, 2009
The SDSU-Arizona State game is set to be televised by FS Arizona ... SAN DIEGO - The San Diego State men's basketball game at Arizona State is set to be televised by FOX Sports Arizona. (Goaztecs.com)
Swimming and Diving Falls Against BYU Nov 1, 2009
PROVO, Utah - The Arizona State swimming and diving teams fell in their contest to Brigham Young University. The men's team dropped their match 154-88 while the women fell 151-92 in their second meet of the season. (Pac-10.org)
Pac-10 Football Round-Up: October 31, 2009 Nov 1, 2009
(AP) - Giorgio Tavecchio kicked a 24-yard field goal with 21 seconds left, and California rallied for a sloppy 23-21 victory over Arizona State on Saturday afternoon. CORVALLIS, Ore. (Pac-10.org)
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Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:22 PM EST. Ryan, The Citizen's sports editor, offers observations on the world of Syracuse University athletics in this space, and he loves to hear from SU fans. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Ducks beat up on USC 47-20 Nov 1, 2009
It was USC's worst lost since a 35-7 defeat to Arizona State on Oct. 11, 1997. Oregon remained undefeated in the Pac-10, threatening USC's hold on the league championship for the past seven years. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Offense, defense falls short in 4th quarter Nov 1, 2009
It comes to no surprise that another Arizona State football game came down to the offenses inability to gain enough yards to secure a crucial first down, leaving Saturdays game in the hands of the defense. After an overall successful day for this group, Danny Sullivan and the offense were unable to help their counterpart, resulting in a 23-21 loss to the California Golden Bears. (GoCyberBears.com)
Senator: Ranch work informs Capitol work Nov 1, 2009
When he isn't on the ranch, Pierce serves as a senator at the Arizona State Legislature. He sees ranchers as bringing an important perspective about rural issues and a willingness to make tough decisions. (AZCentral -- News)
Irish Trounce Washington State, 40-14 Nov 1, 2009
The Irish are already scheduled to be back in the Lone Star State in 2013 to play Arizona State at Cowboys Stadium. Days. (Und.com)
Bears edge Devils Nov 1, 2009
Last time Arizona State played at home, they came away with a dramatic win. This afternoon, the maroon and gold were the other side of the fence seeing their opponent pull out a victory, scoring a field goal with just 21 seconds left in the game. (GoCyberBears.com)
Horned Frogs Ranked in Top-10 in National Polls Nov 1, 2009
In the latest Golfstat rankings, the Frogs are ranked sixth in the country behind Oklahoma State, Stanford, Florida, Florida State and Arizona State. This past fall campaign, the Frogs captured their second consecutive team title at The Prestige at PGA West by 16 strokes and also posted top-10 showings at both the PING/NCAA Preview and Isleworth Collegiate Invitational, which are ranked as two of the top fall tournaments in the country. (Gofrogs.com)
Oregon dominates USC defense Nov 1, 2009
"The Trojans head back on the road next Saturday, when USC travels to play Arizona State, where USC's mental state will be tested by another road game."It's embarrassing," said. "When you look at this game, we have to look at ourselves. We got beat. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Crime-weary Ohioans say cops tell them to move out Nov 1, 2009
Arizona State University police say a graduate student fatally shot himself in a professor's office. ASU police commander James Hardina says the shooting occurred about 11:40 a.m. Monday. (Fresno Bee)
Seminoles Picked No. 15 In Preseason Poll Nov 1, 2009
Arizona State 0-0 317 17. DePaul 0-0 301 18. (Seminoles.com)
Irish are Golden in blowout of Washington St. Nov 1, 2009
The Irish are already scheduled to be back in the Lone Star State in 2013 to play Arizona State at Cowboys Stadium. Also on NBCSports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No. 10 Oregon runs past No. 4 USC 47-20 Nov 1, 2009
It was USC's worst lost since 1997, when the Trojans lost 35-7 to Arizona State and 27-0 to Washington. Oregon remained alone in first and undefeated in the Pac-10. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Leaders of Pac Nov 1, 2009
Southern California (6-2, 3-2) had not lost a game by more than a touchdown since a 27-16 loss to Notre Dame in 2001, Carrolls first season with USC. The last time the Trojans were so soundly beaten was 1997, when they lost 35-7 to Arizona State and 27-0 to Washington. Oregon remained alone in first and undefeated in the Pac-10. (MSNBC -- Sports)
ASU defense fails to get key late stop in loss Nov 1, 2009
To the north gathered the Cal offense, which hadn't scored a touchdown in 10 tries. Its robust running attack had been bottled up by the Sun Devils, but quarterback had racked up nearly 300 yards through the air. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Green is gold for UAA volleyball coach Nov 1, 2009
"He created a powerhouse from nowhere. And now he is doing it with you guys," said Giovana Melo, one of Green's former players at Western Nebraska who went on to play Division I volleyball at Arizona State before taking Green's old coaching job in Scottsbluff ... "Even after moving to Arizona State, it was (for Green) that I peaked. One of the best decisions I ever made was coming to play for him.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Cal squeaks past ASU Nov 1, 2009
Arizona State: Jovon Williams 3 yd pass from Samson Szakacsy (Thomas Weber kick). Arizona State: Kyle Williams 80 yd pass from Danny Sullivan (Thomas Weber kick) ... Arizona State: Cameron Marshall 6 yd run (Thomas Weber kick). (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
FRONT ROW: Cats keep climbing the polls Oct 31, 2009
Check out this slate: at No. 24 Cal Nov. 14, versus No. 10 Oregon Nov. 21, at Arizona State Nov. 28, at No. 5 USC to finish the season Dec. 5. If the Wildcats can split those final four games, that d be an impressive feat. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
USC will topple Oregon, more predictions Oct 31, 2009
Cal (5-2) at Arizona State (4-3) Upset Special: The Bears have gotten their groove back on offense recently, rushing for 299 yards per game the past two weeks. They did that, however, against 3-4 UCLA and 1-6 Washington State. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
UConn women stick as poll's unanimous No. 1 Oct 31, 2009
Xavier is followed by Texas, Oklahoma, Virginia and Florida State, while Arizona State, DePaul, California, Georgia Tech and Kansas complete the first 20. The Jayhawks, who return four starters from last season's 22-14 team, are ranked for the first time since Feb. 21, 2000. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Softball Announces 2010 Schedule Oct 31, 2009
Notre Dame begins the season at the Kajikawa Classic hosted by Arizona State. The Irish will face Creighton (Feb. (Und.com)
Oregon and USC drawing interest of conference Oct 31, 2009
The Cardinal rebounded nicely from their shootout loss at Arizona with a convincing 33-14 win over Arizona State last Saturday. The Huskies' fatigue and lack of depth was exposed by Oregon in the Ducks' 43-19 rout in Seattle, their fourth loss in five games. (Muscatine Journal, IO)