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Arizona State University senior Eryn Bonner faces two misdemeanor charges in Tempe City Court following a July arrest that went viral. The case has intensified calls for police oversight, with Bonner’s attorney accusing the city of vindictive prosecution to avoid civil liability, while the police union defends the officers' actions.
A former Green Beret who led an outdoor ASU hockey workout reportedly did so without the university’s required contract or vetting, prompting an ASU review of outside consultants while a player, Matthew Mayich, remains hospitalized; Mayich’s family and attorneys seek independent investigation and potential legal action, amid accusations the trainer’s methods were militaristic and the lack of a formal contract may have violated athletic department policies.
An attorney for ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich says he has no chance of recovery after suffering heatstroke during an outdoor workout, as his family calls for an independent investigation into the incident while the university reviews the practices and heat-illness protocols.
Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old ASU hockey sophomore from Ontario, collapsed during an outdoor workout in Tempe in 106-degree heat on Aug. 20 and remains hospitalized as his family’s lawyer says his recovery is highly unlikely; ASU is reviewing the incident and heat-illness guidelines are in place, with a physician warning about the dangers of training in extreme heat.
A former Green Beret who has led military-style workouts for college athletes was involved in the outdoor session at Tempe’s track where ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich, 21, collapsed on Aug. 20, described by family and friends as a cardiac event; Tim Ziesel declined to discuss the incident.
Arizona State University will not extend Bobby Hurley's contract, ending an 11-season era in which he went 185-167 and became the program's second-winningest coach, with the school thanking him for his leadership.
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.