Cal vs. Oregon State matchup Nov 7, 2009
The Bears could not run the ball last week against Arizona State, so quarterback Kevin Riley promptly threw for a season-high 351 yards. They might lean on their passing game again today, because Oregon State ranks ninth in the Pac-10 in pass defense, allowing 272 yards per game. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Game Breakdown Nov 7, 2009
Georgia's defense allowed 20 points to LSU and 13 to Arizona State in its last two home games, but the Bulldogs' three games away from home since included 45 points given up to Tennessee and 41 to Florida. The Bulldogs are 89th in the nation in scoring defense at 29. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Orange Slices Nov 7, 2009
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SEC West showdown, Case Keenum, more Nov 7, 2009
And while Oregon (and Oregon State) have been harbingers of doom for USC of late, Saturday opponent Arizona State has been something of a panacea. The Trojans have taken eight straight from the Sun Devils and should keep the streak alive against a talented (at least defensively) but underperforming squad. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Broncos--16th Longest Streak Of 8-Win Seasons Nov 7, 2009
Arizona State 1967-1973 (7). Arkansas 1959-1962 (4). (BroncoCountry.com)
Coyotes attendance brings up questions Nov 7, 2009
Boland also said Phoenix is a saturated sports market, with four major-league teams, Arizona State University sports, Cactus League and Fall League baseball, two Nascar races and two men s professional golf tournaments. It s a crowded dollar, and a high dollar, Boland said, adding the Coyotes face tough competition from the Suns. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
No. 2/2 Stanford Hosts UC San Diego In Final Exhibition Sunday Nov 6, 2009
California was second with 67 points, while Arizona State nabbed the remaining first-place vote and was third with 64 points. USC and UCLA rounded out the top five with 63 and 48 points, respectively. (Gostanford.com)
Steve McNair Jr. decides on career at Southern Mississippi Nov 6, 2009
Arizona, Arizona State, Mississippi, Mississippi State and South Alabama expressed interest in the 6-foot, 160-pound receiver/defensive back. Southern Mississippi has 14 commitments. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
GeorgeSchroederInside College Football Arizona's flying under the radar. And sitting pretty in the Pac-10. Nov 6, 2009
Things get much more difficult after that; the last four games come at California, home against Oregon, at rival Arizona State and at USC. ... But Arizona beat archrival Arizona State, then beat BYU in the Las Vegas Bowl -- the Wildcats' first bowl appearance since 1998 -- and after the 8-5 finish, Stoops received a three-year contract extension ... " Stoops and the 'Cats won't look past Washington State, of course. It would be a violation of every football team's favorite clich. But we can.... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
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Mohamed A Wuerffel Trophy Nominee Nov 6, 2009
He has led or co-led Cal in tackles in each of the last five contests, including a season-high-tying 12 in each of his two most recent outings vs. Washington State and at Arizona State. Mohamed has four double-digit tackle games this season and at least nine tackles six times, including each of the last five contests. (Calbears.com)
Boskovich and Mohamed Academic All-District Nov 6, 2009
Boskovich and Mohamed Earn Academic All-District First-Team Honors - CAL OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Boskovich and Mohamed Earn Academic All-District First-Team Honors. (Calbears.com)
Quick Blitz for 11/06 Nov 6, 2009
Bears coach Mike Vogt says he's attracting interest from Fresno State, Northern Arizona, Arizona State, San Diego State and Hawaii. Arizona was aggressive with Orender, Vogt says, before the Pac-10 Wildcats received an oral commitment from a QB from Texas. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Washington QB Locker will start against UCLA Nov 6, 2009
Washington hasn't won a road game since Nov. 3, 2007 at Stanford, but its last two road games at Notre Dame and Arizona State were decided in overtime or the final seconds. "I think we're close," Sarkisian said. (ESPN -- College Football)
Pete Carroll Presser Nov 6, 2009
The USC Trojans are looking to bounce back when they face the Arizona State Sun Devils this Saturday in Tempe, AZ. Head coach Pete Carroll talks about the upcoming matchup in his weekly press conference. Pete Carroll Press Conference: Week. (WeAreSC.com)
A Teachable Moment Nov 6, 2009
We cant keep mourning that game, we have to look ahead to Arizona State ... The Trojans look to rebound this week at Arizona State. (WeAreSC.com)
Sneak Previews for 11/06 Nov 6, 2009
Fresno State is wrestling with Cal, Oregon and Arizona State, among others. Ore. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Montana's No. 1 player narrows list Nov 6, 2009
" It's not clear where the 6-4, 205-pounder will play in college - he plays multiple positions at Capital and is listed as an "athlete" in the RivalsHigh recruiting database - but many schools appear interested in trying to figure that out. He's had nearly two dozens offers and admits narrowing it down has been tough. "I have already been to Oregon State," Miller said. "I will go to Arizona State next, then Boise State. " But, he is quick to point out, those schools are not the final three. "If... (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Three things to watch: UA vs. WSU Nov 6, 2009
If the Cats make it through Saturday unscathed, they have one of the toughest four-week stretches of anyone in the conference at Cal, versus Oregon, at Arizona State, at USC.. Yikes. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Five Pac-10 Teams in Baseball America's Top 25 Recruiting Classes Nov 6, 2009
STANFORD s class was rated No. 2, followed by ARIZONA STATE at No. 3 ... and Arizona State battles Northern Illinois. (Pac-10.org)
Ashley Wood Named ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Nov 6, 2009
80 cumulative GPA in exercise science, has helped lead Oregon State to one its best seasons in school history as the senior carries a 7-1-0 mark heading into this weekend's games against Arizona State and Arizona ... to face Arizona State at 6:00 p.m.. (Pac-10.org)
No. 16 Sun Devils Defeat Vanguard 97-64 in Exhibition Game Nov 6, 2009
-- Sophomore guard scored 19 points while fellow sophomore added 18 points as No. 16 Arizona State defeated Vanguard University 97-64 in exhibition play on Thursday. Senior guard (14 points), redshirt freshman forward (12 points) and senior forward (11 points) also scored in double figures for ASU, which shot 45 percent for the game. (Pac-10.org)
Arizona State Preview Nov 6, 2009
Meanwhile, Arizona State headman Dennis Erickson (167-79-1 in 21 college seasons, 19-14 in Tempe) is in his third season in the desert ... Arizona State OffenseOffensive coordinator Rich Olson's group, while boasting a number of senior starters, still began the season with a lack of experience at key positions ... The Arizona State offensive line is a veteran group that has, at least, improved its quarterback protection. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Carroll: Pac-10 is catching up to USC Nov 6, 2009
USC is 27-0 in November games under Carroll, and the Trojans face their final road trip of the season Saturday at Arizona State (4-4, 2-3). "You can't do anything about things that have already occurred," Carroll said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Weekend Preview: A musical look at the critical story lines Nov 6, 2009
No. 13 Southern California (6-2) at Arizona State (4-4). 8/ABC. (USA Today -- Sports)
ECONOMIC APPEAL: Non-traditional sports peak regional interest Nov 6, 2009
Former Arizona State coach Meryl Packer trained many of the current high school coaches. 1972. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rainbow Wahine edge HPU in OT Nov 6, 2009
Its first home game is Nov. 27 against Arizona State. "We start off the season with a win, that's always wonderful," Takahara-Dias said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
The Forecast Nov 6, 2009
No. 13 Southern California at Arizona State, 8 p.m.This is unchartered territory for the Trojans this decade under Pete Carroll ... Southern California 26, Arizona State 19. (USA Today -- Sports)
One-on-One with Carroll Nov 6, 2009
The USC Trojans travel to Tempe this week looking to bounce back against the Arizona State Sun Devils. In this exclusive interview, Pete Carroll talks about Saturdays matchup, Vontaze Burfict and much more. (Dawgman.com)
Boise State One Of 10 Schools In History Nov 6, 2009
Alabama 70s (9), 60s (9), Arizona State 70s (7), Arkansas 60s (8), 80s (7), Auburn 80s (8), 00s (7), Boise State 00s (10), BYU 80s (10), 90s (7), California 00s (5), Carlisle 1900s (8), Clemson 80s (7), 00s (5), Colorado 90s (8), Florida 90s (10), 00s (8), Florida State 90s (10), 00s (7), Fresno State 00s (6), Georgia 80s (7), 00s (9), Harvard 1890s (9), 1900s (8), Hawaii 00s (6), Houston 70s (7), Iowa 80s (7),... (BroncoCountry.com)
Marshall pleased but not surprised by success Nov 5, 2009
Listening to Arizona State coach this week, it's obvious he still respects the aura, the athletes and the tradition of the Trojans. Statistically speaking, USC looks to have lost its luster on defense, but Erickson is still very weary of the talent-laden Trojans. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Kevorkian Named Pac-10 Player of the Week Nov 5, 2009
Kevorkian scored the gamewinner in a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory against Arizona State and contributed a goal in the 2-0 win over Arizona ... After being honored prior to kickoff as one of the squad's seniors on Nov. 1, Kevorkian scored the game-winning goal at 97:36 to propel her Bears to a 3-2 victory over Arizona State. (Calbears.com)
Wrestling Hosts Coaching Clinic, Blue-Gold Meet... Nov 5, 2009
The Aggies host Arizona State in the first dual meet of the season Saturday, Nov. 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pavilion in Davis, Calif. . (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Three Teams Ranked in Preseason AP Poll Nov 5, 2009
ARIZONA STATE is rated 16th with 317 points and CALIFORNIA, who boasts the No. 1-ranked recruiting class this year, came in at No. 18 with 294 points. The Sun Devils made their second NCAA Elite Eight appearance in three years last season, while the Golden Bears' advanced to their first-ever NCAA Sweet Sixteen. (Pac-10.org)
WBB Voted 10th in USA Today/ESPN Poll Nov 5, 2009
Women's Basketball Voted 10th in USA Today/ESPN Coaches' Preseason Poll - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Women's Basketball Voted 10th in USA Today/ESPN Coaches' Preseason Poll The Spartans were also 10th in the initial Associated Press top-25 poll. (Msuspartans.com)
PRESEASON TOP 25 Nov 5, 2009
The board for the 2009-10 season: , Northern Arizona; , Creighton; , Harvard; , Jackson State; Ronnie Arrow, South Alabama; , Saint Mary's; Eddie Biedenbach, North Carolina-Asheville; , Syracuse; , Belmont; , Miami (Ohio); , San Diego State; , Boise State; , Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Billy Kennedy, Murray State; Billy Lange, Navy; , Hartford; , ; Mike McConathy, ; , Davidson; , Saint Joseph's; Ron "Fang" Mitchell, Coppin State; , Purdue; , Hofstra; , Arkansas; Mike Rice, Robert Morris; , Nebraska; ,... (USA Today -- Sports)
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Carroll: Pac-10 is catching up to USC Nov 5, 2009
USC is 27-0 in November games under Carroll, and the Trojans face their final road trip of the season Saturday at Arizona State (4-4, 2-3). "You can't do anything about things that have already occurred," Carroll said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
DG on PX - Picking the Pac Nov 5, 2009
USC at Arizona State, 5:00 p.m. My Pick USC 28, Arizona State 17 Why Im Thinking the Way Im Thinking What in the world has happened to Pete Carrolls defense ... Hell simplify things for a banged up D and thank his lucky stars Arizona State has trouble scoring in conference. (Dawgman.com)
Pac-10 Women's Basketball Teams in Top 25 USA Today/ESPN Coaches Poll Nov 5, 2009
- Ranked in the Preseason Associated Press poll which was released last week, CALIFORNIA, STANFORD and ARIZONA STATE are each among the preseason top 25 of the USA Today/ESPN Coaches Poll, as well, with the Cardinal coming in No. 2 in the nation. The Golden Bears and Sun Devils have been rated Nos. (Pac-10.org)
Pac-10 Notebook: Masoli's knee scare familiar for Ducks fans Nov 5, 2009
The Ducks were rolling after a 24-17 victory over USC and a 35-23 win over Arizona State, rising to No. 2 in the AP Poll and vying for a shot at the national championship ... Cal defeated UCLA 45-26, then beat Arizona State 23-21 at Sun Devil Stadium this past weekend ... Mohamed had a game-high 12 tackles, 11 solo, in Cal s 23-21 victory at Arizona State, while Kahut hit four of five field goal attempts in the Beavers 26-19 win over UCLA.. (Longview Daily News, WA)
ASU Women's Basketball Ranked No. 11 in Preseason Coaches' Poll Nov 5, 2009
- The Arizona State women s basketball team is ranked No. 11 in the country, according to the ESPN/USA Today Top 25 coaches preseason poll released Wednesday. The Sun Devils return senior starters forward and guard from last year s team that earned the team s second Elite Eight berth in the last three years and set the school record for most consecutive wins (15). (Pac-10.org)
Obama moves quickly to preserve the West Nov 5, 2009
"The environmentalists have been waiting in the wings for eight years," said Paul Lewis, assistant professor of political science at Arizona State University. "Now, they have a chance to be heard again.". (AZCentral -- News)
Cal Escapes Tempe With Win, 23-21 Nov 5, 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. (GoCyberBears.com)
'Noles No. 12 In Coaches Poll Nov 5, 2009
The Arizona State Sun Devils, who knocked the Seminoles out of the tournament a year ago, check in at No. 11 before the Florida State Seminoles enter at their highest ranking ever at No. 12. The Seminoles open the regular season a week from Friday when they host North Florida in a 7 p.m. match-up in the Tucker Center. (Seminoles.com)
Cal Beat: Concussion limits Best Nov 5, 2009
Best sustained his injury Saturday against Arizona State, though he wasn't diagnosed with a concussion until Monday. He downplayed the symptoms, saying it "felt like a headache to me," but Cal kept him out of practice the past two days. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Five questions facing Georgias Mark Richt Nov 5, 2009
And what are Arizona State and Okie State now currently ranked ... Arizona State is 3-4 with a cupcake schedule, and OSU is about to be unranked. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Saturday Night Lights Nov 5, 2009
Washington State continues its road odyssey (the Cougars have played away from Pullman since September 19 with the exception of a single home date vs. Arizona State on October 10) with a trip to Tucson to take on Arizona next Saturday. Related Stories. (The Insiders -- Nebraska Prep)
Boot Power Ratings: Nov. 3 Nov 4, 2009
The good news is the 0-5 conference mark cant get worse, the better news is that it might just get better with the Washingtons and Arizona State the next three opponents. The BPR really hopes ABC picks up that UCLA/Wazzu contest. (TheBootleg.com)
No. 17 USC Hosts No. 7 UCLA At The Galen Center Nov 4, 2009
The Women of Troy recorded its 800th win on Nov. 15, 2008, against Arizona State ... -- had 19 kills on Sept. 26 at Arizona State, one away from her previous career high of 20 kills set exactly three years earlier at Washington (9/26/06) ... She posted 19 kills and tied her personal best of 19 digs on Sept. 26 at Arizona State while hitting. (Usctrojans.com)
Pete Carroll Press Conference Quotes Nov 4, 2009
Pete Carroll talked about Saturday's game at Arizona State in his weekly press conference ... I think in response to winning, answer the call and show that the guys are ready to get after it, and turn our focus to go and play Arizona State ... And here's Arizona State with maybe the all time leading receiver in (Chris) McGaha. (Usctrojans.com)
DG on PX - Picking the Pac Nov 4, 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. (CatTracks.net)
Remembering OSU '07 Nov 4, 2009
The now junior ranks fifth in the Pac-10 in total passing and is coming off his best performance of the season last week against Arizona State where he completed 27-of-44 passes for 351 yards and two touchdowns, including a magnificent 5-of-6 performance on the final drive that set up the winning field goal. In fact, a lot of correlations were made between Riley's game-winning rally last week against Arizona State and the contest two years ago against Oregon State. (Cal Sports -- Rivals.com)
Men's Basketball Hosts Concordia Tomorrow Night Nov 4, 2009
Arizona State (144 points) was predicted to finish seventh, and Washington State (123 points), USC (109 points) and Stanford (63 points) rounded out the 10 teams in the preseason poll. GREAT SEASON TICKETS AVAILABLE, BUT YOU BETTER HURRY For the first time in five years, legendary Pauley Pavilion has middle-level seats available. (Uclabruins.com)
Orange Slices Nov 4, 2009
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Three Pac-10 Women's Basketball Teams Ranked in Preseason AP Poll Nov 4, 2009
ARIZONA STATE is rated 16th with 317 points and CALIFORNIA, who boasts the No. 1-ranked recruiting class this year, came in at No. 18 with 294 points. The Sun Devils made their second NCAA Elite Eight appearance in three years last season, while the Golden Bears' advanced to their first-ever NCAA Sweet Sixteen. (Pac-10.org)
Cougar Soccer at Home to Finish Regular Season Nov 4, 2009
STRENGTH OF SCHEDULE: Using the current Ratings Power Index (RPI), Washington State has posted a road victory against No. 19 Oregon State, No. 37 Arizona State and No. 48 Oregon and has defeated No. 28 BYU and No. 29 California in Pullman this season. Cougars tied No. 23 Washington on the road, have losses to No. 3 Portland, No. 4 Florida State and No. 32 Colorado College, all on the road, and suffered a 2-1 overtime setback to No. 1 Stanford at Lower Soccer Field. (Pac-10.org)
This Week in Pac-10 Women's Soccer Nov 4, 2009
Arizona State's Alexandra Elston ... Nov. 6 No. 21 USC at No. 18 WASHINGTON STATE, 2:00 p.m. PT OREGON at ARIZONA, 6:00 p.m. PT OREGON STATE at ARIZONA STATE, 6:00 p.m. PTNo ... 3 UCLA at No. 18 WASHINGTON STATE, 11:00 a.m. PT No. 21 USC at WASHINGTON, 11:00 a.m. PT OREGON at ARIZONA STATE, 12:00 p.m. PT CALIFORNIA at No. 1 STANFORD, 1:00 p.m., FOX Soccer Channel. (Pac-10.org)
Daytime Drama: A Look Back at the Remarkable 1979 Season Nov 4, 2009
Following a bounce-back win at home over Arizona State on a rainy November 3, boosting Stanford's record to 5-3-1, the Cardinal lost its final two contests. First came a 10-3 home loss to Oregon. (Gostanford.com)
Carroll, Trojans dealing with weird week Nov 4, 2009
As USC prepares for Arizona State, it's important to keep the memory of that foul taste in their mouths. But, the Trojans can't let it overwhelm them as they try to move forwards in the season. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
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com - Sun Devils lose two for rest of season. While last weekend's 23-21 loss to Cal was bad enough, ASU coach said the team also suffered a pair of injuries that will require season-ending surgeries. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
CONFERENCE PREVIEWS Nov 4, 2009
Senior guard Danielle Orsillo will try to help an Arizona State team that reached the Elite 8 overcome the loss of Dymond Simon, who is out for the season with a knee injury. Former Los Angeles Lakers player and Los Angeles Sparks coach Michael Cooper takes over a Southern California team that tied for fourth in the conference last season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Moore focused on another title for No. 1 UConn Nov 4, 2009
"She continued to lead as an injured player," said Arizona State coach Charli Turner Thorne, who led the team. "Most kids would have been, 'Can I go home?' or sulked. I was so impressed. Most kids would have needed extra attention maybe. She didn't. "She didn't bring attention to herself. (USA Today -- Sports)
Garrett Still Favors Cougs Nov 4, 2009
By National Recruiting EditorDate: Nov 2, 2009 Charles Garrett still favors Washington State (only offer) slightly over Arizona State and UCLA. Im hoping Arizona State offers, Garrett said. They said they like me and they are just waiting on some more of my senior film. (Dawgman.com)
College Basketball Preview - Missouri Valley Conference Nov 4, 2009
Despite the losses all around, the Bulldogs did a rather good job under first-time head coach Mark Phelps, a former Arizona State and NC State assistant. Phelps guided Drake to 17 wins and that included road upsets of Creighton and Northern Iowa, to go along with non-conference triumphs over Iowa and Iowa State. (ABC 7 News, DC)
