Ohio State AD to lead men's hoops committee Jul 1, 2009
He was named Iowa State's athletic director in 1993, then held the same position at Arizona State in 2000 before the move to Ohio State. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Smith To Serve As Division I Men's Basketball Chair Jul 1, 2009
"I have the highest possible respect for the colleagues with whom I serve. There is a high level of admiration for the way past chairs have handled keeping with the mission of this committee, and I look forward to the opportunity to continue the important work of this group." The Notre Dame alumnus has also served as athletics director at Iowa State (1993-2000) and Arizona State (2000-2005). Copyright 2009 The Sports NetworkAll rights reserved. (ABC 7 News, DC)
2009 Clemson Baseball Review Jul 1, 2009
With the win, the Tigers advanced to the Tempe Super Regional to face #2 Arizona State. They were the Tigers' first-ever games in the state of Arizona and the first time Clemson had ever played a Pac-10 team on its home field. (Clemsontigers.com)
UCLA's Trevor Bauer Named Freshman All-American by Baseball America Jul 1, 2009
Two Pac-10 pitchers were named second-team Freshman All-America selections (Sam Gaviglio, Oregon State; Mitchell Lambson, Arizona State). Bauer has also earned Collegiate Baseball's National Freshman Pitcher of the Year accolades in addition to having secured Pac-10 Freshman of the Year honors. (Uclabruins.com)
Stanford Claims 15th-Consecutive Directors' Cup Victory Jul 1, 2009
Stanford wins its unprecedented 15th-straight Learfield Sports Directors' Cup. Stanford boasted an impressive 14 top-10 finishes this season. (Pac-10.org)
Pac-10 Leads the Way with 11 NCAA Team Championships Jul 1, 2009
Other NCAA crowns came from Arizona State in women s golf, California in women s swimming and UCLA in women s water polo. In addition, Stanford has clinched its unprecedented 15th consecutive Learfield Sports Directors' Cup, an award presented annually to the top intercollegiate athletic program in the country. (Pac-10.org)
This Year In Pac-10 Baseball Jul 1, 2009
Pac-10 Pitcher of the Year, Arizona State's Mike Leake was also named the ABCA National Player of the Year in 2009 ... Despite posting one run in the top of the ninth inning to break a 2-2 tie, the ARIZONA STATE baseball team s 2009 season came to an end with a 4-3, walk-off home run loss to Texas at the College World Series in Omaha, Neb ... Joining Arizona State in postseason play were OREGON STATE and WASHINGTON STATE. Both teams were eliminated in NCAA Regional play. (Pac-10.org)
Three Additional Telecasts Announced For 2009 Cal Football Jul 1, 2009
Date Opponent Time TV Sept. 5 Maryland 7:00 p.m. ESPN2 Sept. 12 Eastern Washington 2:30 p.m. CSN California Sept. 19 at Minnesota 9:00 a.m. ESPN or ESPN2 Sept. 26 at Oregon 12:30 p.m. ABC Oct. 3 USC 5:00 p.m. ABC Oct. 17 at UCLA TBA Oct. 24 Washington State TBA Oct. 31 at Arizona State TBA Nov. 7 Oregon State TBA Nov. 14 Arizona TBA Nov. 21 at Stanford TBA Dec. 5 at Washington 3:30 p.m. CSN California/FSN Northwest *All times Pacific. . (Calbears.com)
Cal Places 7th in Directors' Cup to Match Best-Ever Finish Jul 1, 2009
In addition to Cal, the others were Stanford (1st), USC (4th), Washington (11th), Arizona State (12th), UCLA (16th), Oregon (22nd) and Arizona (24th). For a complete look at the 2008-09 Directors' Cup standings, visit. (Calbears.com)
Preseason 120: No. 45 Arizona State Jul 1, 2009
Top 120 countdown No. 45 Arizona State. Coach: (15-10 in two seasons at Arizona State; 131-60-1 in 16 seasons overall) ... BIGGEST PROBLEM: Arizona State's issues on offense begin up front. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
OU's Warren set to step up with Griffin gone Jul 1, 2009
2008-09 F DeJuan Blair, Pittsburgh F Blake Griffin, Oklahoma G James Harden, Arizona State 2007-08 G D.J. Augustin, Texas 2006-07 F Tyler Hansbrough, North Carolina 2004-05 C Andrew Bogut, Utah G Chris Paul, Wake Forest 2002-03 G T.J. Ford, Texas 2000-01 G Joseph Forte, North Carolina F Casey Jacobsen, Stanford G Jason Williams, Duke 1999-2000 F Troy Murphy, Notre Dame "The game and a half we didn't have Blake, we had no time to prepare for it," Capel said. "We'll have a whole fall to prepare... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Another wake-up call for WSU supporters Jul 1, 2009
Even with the record giving to athletics in the 2008 fiscal year, WSU still ranked a distant tenth in the conference in donor support $4 million less than the conferences No. 9 school (Arizona State). Walker noted that many schools have seen donations decrease due to the recession. (Cougfan.com)
PREPS: College commitments from the 2008-09 school year Jul 1, 2009
Entertainment Extras. HotJobs Local Search. (North County Times)
Softball Staff Earns Regional Honor Jul 1, 2009
Coming off of an opening round loss to ninth-ranked Arizona State, the No. 11 Missouri softball team looks to keep its title hopes alive with a win over No. 8 Georgia ... Making their first appearance in 15 years at the Women's College World Series, the 11th-ranked Tigers (50-11) suffered an opening round, 7-3, loss to ninth-ranked Arizona State (47-17) at ASA Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City, Okla. (Mutigers.com)
Illinois Finishes 20th in Directors' Cup Standings Jun 30, 2009
Illinois finished 20th in the 2009 Division I Learfield Sports Directors' Cup standings, a school-best finish. 5 Big Ten Schools Finish in Top 20; All 11 Place in Top 55. (Fightingillini.com)
Boise State Reaches The Top 50 In The Nation Jun 30, 2009
Arizona State won the national title in women's golf, stood alone as the women's lacrosse champion, was #1 in men's lacrosse, was crowned women's tennis champion, UC Irvine won men's volleyball and won the national championship in women's water polo. The Pac-10 captured 11 national titles as a conference, far and away tops in the nation. (BroncoCountry.com)
St. Teresa alumni celebrate 45 years Jun 30, 2009
St. Teresa of Avila School now enjoys accreditation by both the New Mexico State Board of Education and the North Central Association at Arizona State University. Today, St. Teresa provides a seamless education from Pre-K through the eighth grade, preparing its students for high school and adulthood. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
OU's Warren set to step up with Griffin gone Jun 30, 2009
2008-09 F DeJuan Blair, Pittsburgh F Blake Griffin, Oklahoma G James Harden, Arizona State 2007-08 G D.J. Augustin, Texas 2006-07 F Tyler Hansbrough, North Carolina 2004-05 C Andrew Bogut, Utah G Chris Paul, Wake Forest 2002-03 G T.J. Ford, Texas 2000-01 G Joseph Forte, North Carolina F Casey Jacobsen, Stanford G Jason Williams, Duke 1999-2000 F Troy Murphy, Notre Dame "The game and a half we didn't have Blake, we had no time to prepare for it," Capel said. "We'll have a whole fall to prepare... (Oklahoma Sports -- Rivals.com)
Georgia slips to 18th in Directors' Cup standings Jun 30, 2009
" Evans also cited a women's basketball program that barely got into the NCAA Tournament before losing to Arizona State in the first round. The Lady Bulldogs reached the Sweet Sixteen five straight times from 2003-2007. "I'm confident that it will get back to where it should be," Evans said. Georgia also won a national title in equestrian, but that sport is not included in the Directors' Cup points formula. Stanford won its 15th consecutive Directors' Cup. Two SEC teams placed in the top 10 -... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hester Still No. 1 Despite WR Rumors Jun 30, 2009
Williams could still be the odd man out this year since the Bears added , but the fourth-year player from Arizona State could make the competition interesting. Lineup Watch: The offensive line figures to have new starters at three positions, with replacing departed at left tackle, stepping in for retired at right tackle and unrestricted free agent penciled in at left guard ahead of , who started all 16 games there last year in his sophomore season. (BearReport.com)
PREPS: College commitments from the 2008-09 school year Jun 30, 2009
Entertainment Extras. HotJobs Local Search. (North County Times)
Story » Jun 30, 2009
College World Series: Baseball America's eight for 2010 - ESPN. Updated: June 29, 2009, 4:54 PM ET. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Mark Higgins Named Vice President, General Manager of LIN TV's WTNH-TV/WCTX-TV Jun 30, 2009
Mr. Higgins attended the University of Arizona and has served as an instructor at Arizona State University and the University of Tampa's postgraduate mass communications' program. About LIN TV. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Former Hoosiers teammates together again in NBA Jun 30, 2009
Oklahoma City has 2008 Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant at small forward, while starting shooting guard Thabo Sefolosha has competition with No. 3 overall pick James Harden from Arizona State. "It's a young, up-and-coming team," Vaden said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Photo Gallery: Charli Turner Thorne at the World University Games Jun 30, 2009
Arizona State head women's basketball coach Charli Turner Thorne is currently in Belgrade, Sebia, preparing the USA Women's World University Games Team for competition ... Arizona State head women's basketball coach is currently in Belgrade, Sebia, preparing the USA Women's World University Games Team for competition. (Pac-10.org)
Crawford, Felix win 200-meter titles at nationals Jun 29, 2009
9, Ryan Whiting, Arizona State, 64-2 1/4 ... 21, Jordan Clarke, Arizona State, 58-4 3/4 ... 2, q-Charonda Williams, Arizona State, 22. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cavs, Magic, Thunder earn kudos for draft-day moves Jun 29, 2009
General manager Kevin Pritchard praised Pendergraph as a four-year starter at Arizona State and a strong athletic presence inside. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks get mixed reviews for their draft day moves. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kodiak runner seizes third at national meet Jun 29, 2009
Jordan Clarke of Anchorage, a freshman at Arizona State, took fourth place in Friday's junior men's discus, a day after winning the junior men's shot put. On Sunday, Clarke placed 21st in the senior men's shot put, where he tossed the 16-pound shot 58 feet, 4 3/4 inches. (Anchorage Daily News)
College World Series ACCtion: Tuesday, June 16 Jun 29, 2009
The Tar Heels (48-17), who will play Thursday against the winner of Tuesday night's Texas-Arizona State game, eliminated the Golden Eagles (40-26) and sent Southern Mississippi coach Corky Palmer into retirement ... The last team to have 23 hits at the CWS was Southern California, which did it against Arizona State in the 1998 championship contest. (Theacc.com)
Ethier Hits Three as Dodgers go Long in Win Jun 28, 2009
I saw him as a young player and at Arizona State, Wakamatsu said. Tonight he hit three different pitches off three different pitchers, and that was awfully impressive. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Phillips Returns to the Top as ASU Claims Two More Titles at USA Meet Jun 28, 2009
TEMPE returned to the top of the standings in the long jump, punched his ticket to his first international team event and Anna Jelmini completed her sweep of the junior throwing events as the third day of action for the Arizona State University track and field program came to a close on Saturday at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Phillips and Alcorn both earned spots on Team USA for the upcoming IAAF World Championships in Berlin (August 15-23) while Jelmini, an incoming freshman, earned a spot on... (Pac-10.org)
Harden excited to join Thunders talented youth Jun 28, 2009
"It's finally here. It's just a great moment,'' said Harden, the former Arizona State guard who was taken third overall in Thursday night's draft. "You work so hard and you put so much extra time just to get to this point. So many people wish they were in our positions right now. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Blazers add 4 on draft night Jun 28, 2009
There was speculation the Blazers might make a splash, but their most notable move was trading Rodriguez and the rights to draft pick Jon Brockman of Washington to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Arizona State forward Jeff Pendergraph. Rodriguez, a 6'3" guard known for flashy passes, has played three seasons in the NBA, all with the Blazers. Last season he averaged 4.5 points and 3.6 assists in 15.3 minutes per game. Teamed with countryman Rudy Fernandez, the duo became known by Blazers... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Saints take on No. 11 Pt. Loma (2) Jun 28, 2009
The Sea Lions have one of the best post players in the country in Tim Kruge as well as two Division I transfers on its roster in Craig Austin, who suited up for Arizona State, and Eli Davis, who played for Southern Utah. Point Loma handed Carroll College a rare loss last season when the Saints traveled to San Diego. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
FSN To Televise Four Husky Pac-10 Matches Jun 28, 2009
Day/Date Match Match time local to site Friday, September 25, 2009 Stanford at California 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2009 California at USC 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 3, 2009 Stanford at USC 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 10, 2009 Washington at Stanford 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2009 Arizona at Arizona State 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 23, 2009 Oregon at UCLA 7:00 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2009 Oregon State at Oregon 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009 Stanford at Washington 7:00 p.m. Saturday,... (Gohuskies.com)
Finch's decision came down to surprising final two Jun 28, 2009
When the news of Niceville, Fla. four-star running back committing to Oklahoma came about late Friday night most assumed Finch had picked the Sooners over electing to wait to see if the believed long-time favorite Florida Gators would eventually offer him. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Clippers take Griffin with top pick Jun 27, 2009
Oklahoma City took high-scoring Arizona State guard James Harden with the No. 3 pick and Sacramento followed by drafting Memphis freshman Tyreke Evans. Stephen Curry, the NCAA scoring leader from Davidson, went at No. 7 to Golden State. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Jelmini, Clarke Sweep Junior Shot Put Titles at USA Championships Jun 27, 2009
TEMPE - Two competitors with ties to the Arizona State University track and field program won the shot put national titles in the junior division with two other competitors nearly making the world team in the senior shot put division as the second day of action at the 2009 USA Outdoor Track Championships came to a close on Friday at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. Also on the day, the Sun Devils posted four other Top 10 finishes in the finals of three other events with two others advancing to the... (Pac-10.org)
LSU beats Texas 11-4, wins first national title since '00 Jun 27, 2009
LSU beats Texas for sixthCollege World Series title - SI.com - MLB. Posted: Wednesday June 24, 2009 10:54PM; Updated: Thursday June 25, 2009 2:30AM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Dominguez, Marks Named Golden Spikes Semifinalists Jun 27, 2009
Louisville was among five schools (Arizona State, Indiana San Diego State, and North Carolina) with two players named as semifinalists for the prestigious award. The list of 30 players will be trimmed to five finalists on June 2, while this year's Golden Spikes Award winner will be unveiled on July 14. (Uoflsports.com)
Trail Blazers trade Rodriguez Jun 27, 2009
There was speculation the Blazers might make a splash, but their most notable move was trading Rodriguez and the rights to draft pick Jon Brockman of Washington to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Arizona State forward Jeff Pendergraph ... Second round: (31) Jeff Pendergraph, forward, Arizona State. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
MLB: Ethiers 3 HRs lead Dodgers over Mariners Jun 27, 2009
I saw him as a young player at (Arizona State) and saw his talent there, Wakamatsu said. He hit three different pitches off three different pitchers, and that was awfully impressive. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Love becomes athletic director at Arizona State Jun 27, 2009
-- Lisa Love, a former volleyball coach who climbed through the administrative ranks at Southern California, was named athletic director at Arizona State on Saturday ... "I am committed to making Arizona State University consistently a nationally elite athletics program that just takes names and wins championships," Love said at a news conference ... In a statement released by Arizona State, USC football coach Pete Carroll called Love "a great selection.". (ESPN -- Women's Basketball News)
Roth, Wadwell Earn All-America Honors Jun 27, 2009
Name School P Kelsi Dunne University of Alabama P Danielle Lawrie University of Washington P Stacey Nelson University of Florida C Chelsea Bramlett Mississippi State University 1B Adrienne Monka Northwestern University 2B Ashley Charters University of Washington 3B Alisa Goler University of Georgia SS Tammy Williams Northwestern University OF Kaitlin Cochran Arizona State University OF Brittany Lastrapes University of Arizona OF Katie Schroeder University of California, Los Angeles UT/P Megan... (Uoflsports.com)
Another Buckeye set to use NBA's one-and-done rule Jun 27, 2009
in a recent undated handout; and Jeff Pendergraph, Arizona State, in 2009. (AP Photo/HO and Files). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
LEMIRE: Mitchell leads LSU to 6th College World Series championship Jun 27, 2009
Jared Mitchell sparks LSU to sixth College World Series title - Joe Lemire - SI.com. Posted: Thursday June 25, 2009 1:48AM; Updated: Friday June 26, 2009 6:03PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Here is the latest Oregon sports from The AP Jun 26, 2009
With the selection, the Trail Blazers took Arizona State forward Jeff Pendergraph. PORTLAND, Ore. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Harden selected third overall in NBA Draft Jun 26, 2009
A 6-foot-5 guard from Los Angeles, Calif. Harden played two years at ASU before declaring for the draft after winning Pac-10 Player of the Year honors in 2008-09. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wallace, Jones to appear in Futures Game Jun 26, 2009
Wallace was the Cardinals' top Draft pick out of Arizona State last June. He reported briefly to low Class A Quad Cities, but abused the Midwest League in his short time there. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
How Large of a deal is this new EIU quarterback? Jun 26, 2009
Also helping was the fact Wittke was familiar with the Scottsdale program after three years serving as Arizona State s offensive coordinator. Large gets raving recommendations from Scottsdale s offensive coordinator Tommy Ziegler. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
PREP BOYS ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Valley Center's Johnson was an all-around inspiration Jun 26, 2009
He was offered a scholarship by Oregon, Arizona, Arizona State, Colorado, Utah, Washington State and Colorado State before finally choosing to play football at Washington. "James is probably the biggest get of this recruiting class," first-year Washington coach Steve Sarkisian said. (North County Times)
Kings get the point Jun 26, 2009
In exchange, the Kings gave the Blazers forward Jeff Pendergraph, a draft pick out of Arizona State. Rodriguez, a 6-foot-3 guard from Spain, has played three seasons in the NBA, all with the Blazers. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Clippers draft Griffin first Thabeet goes No. 2 Jun 26, 2009
Oklahoma City took high-scoring Arizona State guard James Harden with the No. 3 pick and Sacramento followed by drafting Memphis freshman Tyreke Evans. The Warriors took Stephen Curry, and then Jordan Hill (New York), DeMar DeRozan (Toronto) and Brandon Jennings (Milwaukee) rounded out the top 10. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
First round selections Jun 26, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009. A strong work ethic, along with his strength and athleticism, makes him special. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Taking a Chance: Some you know, some you don’t Jun 26, 2009
Rupp was ESPN s Capital One Player of the Game earlier this week against Arizona State and did the trick once more against the Sun Devils Friday night as he hit the game-tying home run in the Longhorns eventual victory. One of the things that made the Texas-Arizona State match-ups even more interesting is the fact that Sun Devils freshman pitcher Jordan Swagerty is a Prestonwood alumnus as well. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Jeffcoat chooses Oklahoma Jun 26, 2009
She had also been considering TCU, Georgia, Arizona State and Louisville before ultimately deciding to become a member of the Lady Sooners squad. West head coach Don Patterson said that Oklahoma had always been one of Jeffcoat s top picks. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Clippers pick OU's Griffin No. 1 in NBA draft Jun 26, 2009
Oklahoma City took high-scoring Arizona State guard with the No. 3 pick and Sacramento followed by drafting Memphis freshman -- who like Griffin was wearing a purple tie. So was , the NCAA scoring leader from Davidson who went at No. 7 to Golden State. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
College World Series Jun 26, 2009
Posted: Wednesday June 24, 2009 10:54PM; Updated: Thursday June 25, 2009 2:30AM. LSU pounded Texas 11-4 in Game 3 of the CWS for its sixth national title. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NAADD Elects New Officers and Executive Committee Members for 2009-10 Jun 26, 2009
The 2009-10 Executive Committee members include: Whit Babcock, senior associate athletics director external operations, University of Missouri; Pat Chun, deputy senior associate athletics director external relations, The Ohio State University; Dan Cloran, executive director, All for One Club, Xavier University; Julie Hall, associate athletics director, University of California Riverside; Kay Hargrave, senior associate athletics director development, Auburn University; Phillip McAlpin, assistant... (Nacda.com)
Big inning sends LSU to title Jun 26, 2009
The Longhorns had two walkoff wins in Omaha, one on a bases-loaded walk against Southern Mississippi and another when Cameron Rupp and Connor Rowe homered against Arizona State. There also was the comeback from six runs down to beat ASU.. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
STEVENS: Lobos of 2009 Grab Four Medalist Titles, Return to NCAA Postseason Jun 26, 2009
" Saunders, Erkenbeck and senior-to-be were great examples of what Millican expects on the course - Lobos at the top of leader boards. Saunders, the Mountain West Conference 2009 Golfer of The Year, picked up two individual wins during the 2009 campaign with medalist honors at the Arizona State Invitational and at the MWC Championships. Saunders, a 2009 Ping All-American, was sensational and dominant at the MWC Championships held in Tucson, Ariz. The senior set MWC tourney records for lowest... (Golobos.com)
Orange Slices Jun 26, 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)
Craig Haubert » Position-by-position recaps » Jun 26, 2009
Valhalla; committed to Arizona State) and (Danville, Calif. Monte Vista; committed to UCLA), recently gave verbal commitments to other Pac-10 schools, and were not in attendance. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
No second-guessing Griffin at No. 1 Jun 26, 2009
Oklahoma City took high-scoring Arizona State guard James Harden with the No. 3 pick and Sacramento followed by drafting Memphis freshman Tyreke Evans. The Minnesota Timberwolves took point guards with the fifth and sixth picks. (Boston Globe)
Bruce Jenkins' draft preview Jun 26, 2009
So would the best shooting guard available, 6-5 James Harden out of Arizona State ... Frontcourt options: Jonas Jerebko, a 6-9 small forward from Sweden, and Arizona State's Jeff Pendergraph. (San Francisco Chronicle)
