(Photo: Xavier Litman/WSCN) TEMPE — Since being introduced as the next head coach of Arizona State Football, Kenny Dillingham’s goal was simple, to “activate the Valley,” which he hopes will support the program and lead to a high-intensity atmosphere during its campaign. Although four months separate the Sun Devils from the season
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ASU Football: “This is home” for emotional Kenny Dillingham
(Photo: Cavan Malayter/WCSN) TEMPE – On Sunday morning, Arizona State Football announced its next head coach will be Kenny Dillingham, who declared former interim head coach Shaun Aguano will be retained on his staff. The hiring process for Dillingham was an extensive process, according to Athletic Director Ray Anderson, who added the
ASU Football: Kenny Dillingham named Sun Devils head coach
(Photo courtesy Oregon Athletics) According to multiple reports, Oregon offensive coordinator Kenny Dillingham will be the next head coach of Arizona State Football. Dillingham is 32 years old, making him the youngest head coach in Division I FBS. In 2022, Dillingham served under Oregon head coach Dan Lanning, who was 35 years
ASU Football: Five turnovers and slow start stall Sun Devils offense
(Photo: Hailey Rogalski/WCSN) TUCSON – Regardless of Arizona State Football’s bowl game eligibility, the Territorial Cup had been highlighted on the calendar for months. When referring to the match in the weeks leading up to the game, some players couldn’t even stomach saying "the Arizona Wildcats,” opting for a nickname for
ASU Football: Sun Devils Territorial Cup win streak snaps at five
(Photo: Hailey Rogalski/WCSN) TUCSON – Amidst a turbulent season for Arizona State Football (3-9, 2-7 Pac-12), the one constant since Shaun Aguano took over as interim head coach has been the family mantra of “Ohana.” And when a family experiences a loss, it mourns together. Despite the tumultuous year and the challenging road
ASU Football: “It’s personal” for the Sun Devils against Arizona
(Photo: Haley Spracale/WCSN) Arizona State Football has navigated itself through a stormy 2022 season, suffering multiple changes in key positions, including at head coach. Combine the transformation with a 3-8 record, and the clouds circle around the program. But the Sun Devils have a chance to clear the skies against the Arizona
ASU Football: Large Oregon State gains bury the Sun Devils
(Photo: Haley Spracale/WCSN) TEMPE – In many of Arizona State Football’s losses this season, there has been a differential in one statistical category that defined the game for the Sun Devils. Whether it’s the difference in third-down conversions or the difference in offensive yards allowed, when ASU’s opponent does something well,
ASU Football: Oregon State defeats Sun Devils 31-7 on senior day
ASU Football: Sun Devils motivated to take on No. 23 Oregon State
(Photo: Brendan OKeeffe/WCSN) After suffering a 28-0 halftime deficit against Washington State on Nov. 12, Arizona State Football (3-7, 2-5 Pac-12) could have easily laid down its fight and curled up into a ball amid frigid temperatures in Pullman. But the Sun Devils stayed with it, finishing with an effort they
ASU Football: Sun Devils’ first-half offensive struggles fuel WSU win
(Photo via Brendan O'Keeffe/WCSN) Arizona State Football is officially out of bowl contention, and there are multiple avenues of blame to be handed out during this frustrating season. While all valid, Saturday's deficient offensive output illustrated a Sun Devils team that couldn't mount together a coherent drive until the game was