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By the Numbers: State of ASU soccer ahead of Big-12 tournament

by Joaquin Rodriguez - October 30, 2024October 30, 2024

(Photo By: Sam Farsky/ WCSN) Inconsistency has been the narrative for Arizona State Soccer (8-7-3, 3-7-1) during the 2024 season. After an impressive non-conference start that saw them remain undefeated with a record of 5-0-2, the Sun Devils struggled to find their footing in conference play, ending with a 3-7-1 record.

ASU soccer honor Seniors in tough loss to Arizona, eye Postseason

by Rees Goodall - October 26, 2024October 26, 2024

(Photo by: Sam Farsky/ WCSN) When the game clock hit 90 minutes and referee Jonathan Weiner blew his whistle for full-time, it meant much more than just the end of Friday night’s 1-0 Territorial Cup loss for the Arizona State soccer team. The whistle closed the final regular season game for

Missed Opportunities plays major role in ASU Soccer loss to Kansas

by Joaquin Rodriguez - October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

(Photo By: Samantha Farsky/WCSN) In the 71st minute of play down one goal, Cameron Valladares received a pass off a Kansas turnover which opening a counter attack. The ASU junior forward drove down the field at speed which drew in the Jayhawk defenders and led to lanes opening up. One of

ASU Soccer suffers from unlucky bounces against Kansas

by Rees Goodall - October 20, 2024October 20, 2024

(Photo By: Sam Farsky/ WCSN) TEMPE — With under 20 minutes played in the second half, the Arizona State soccer team was tied 1-1 with Kansas. Junior forward Lexi Watts played the ball ahead for redshirt sophomore forward Saige Wimes, then Wimes charged down the left wing. Senior defender Olivia Coleman

Stifling defense was the key in ASU Soccer’s win over Kansas State

by Rees Goodall - October 18, 2024October 18, 2024

(Photo By: Katherine Gore/ WCSN) TEMPE – In the 53rd minute, the Kansas State Wildcats were looking to rebound from a first half where they fell 1-0 down against the Arizona State soccer team. Leading the charge was sophomore forward Jo Sees, who received the ball inside on the box, cut

ASU Soccer struggles to manage Utah aggressiveness in loss

by Luke Lendler - October 5, 2024October 5, 2024

(Photo by: Maya Diaz/ WCSN) TEMPE — A look of confusion flashed across Arizona State (7-3-3, 2-3-1) junior goalkeeper Pauline Nelles’ face just two seconds into Friday’s matchup with Utah (5-4-4, 2-2-2). With the first kick of the game, Utes sophomore midfielder Lilliah Blum had elected to wind up and send

Set pieces struggles prove crucial in ASU Soccer loss

by Rees Goodall - September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

(Photo By: Hazel Foubert/ WCSN) Just under twelve minutes into Thursday night’s match vs. West Virginia, (8-2-1, 4-0) Arizona State soccer (6-2-3, 1-2-1) conceded a corner kick to the Mountaineers. Senior defender Annika Leslie took it from the right side, playing a ball to the middle of the penalty area, where

ASU Soccer set for first home Big 12 game vs. West Virginia

by Rees Goodall - September 26, 2024September 26, 2024

(Photo by: Hazel Foubert/WCSN) TEMPE – After a road trip that featured a win against Houston (3-5-1, 0-3) and a tie with UCF (3-1-3, 1-0-1), the Arizona State Soccer team (6-1-3, 1-1-1) returns home to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers for its first home matchup in the Big-12. “I was really

ASU Soccer: Strong 2024 defense anchored by new center back pairing

by Mason Seal - September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

(Photo by: Hazel Foubert/WCSN) TEMPE – The Arizona State Soccer program has been known for its defense in recent years. Last year its backline helped boost the team to the 2023 NCAA Women’s Soccer Tournament before falling in the first round. This season has seen that proficient defense take yet another step

ASU Soccer sets sights for Houston after first loss of the season

by Mason Seal - September 19, 2024September 19, 2024

(Photo By: Hazel Foubert/WCSN) Following its first loss of the season to the BYU Cougars (3-3-2, 1-0), the Arizona State Soccer team (5-1-2, 0-1) has a new sense of urgency in its practices leading up to its road trip to Houston and Central Florida. “No one felt like they played their