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ASU Soccer faces Kansas in season-defining Big 12 Tournament first round matchup

by Mason Seal - October 30, 2024October 30, 2024

(Photo By: Sam Farsky) KANSAS CITY — Losing to a rival is never fun, especially on senior night. That was the case for Arizona State Soccer last Friday when it hosted its biggest adversary, the Arizona Wildcats. ASU had numerous opportunities to end their season on a better note, but the

Missed chances yet again plague ASU Soccer in season finale against rival Arizona

by Mason Seal - October 26, 2024October 26, 2024

(Photo By: Sam Farsky/ WCSN) In the most anticipated game of the season for Arizona State Soccer, the Sun Devils were shut out, ending their regular season schedule with a sour taste in their mouths. For the second year in a row, ASU fell to Arizona, ending their regular season with

ASU Soccer faces in Arizona in crucial Rivalry Game

by Ella Gomez - October 25, 2024October 25, 2024

(Photo By: Sam Farsky/ WCSN) Tempe – After its loss to Kansas (8-5-4, 5-4-1) earlier this week, Arizona State women’s soccer (8-6-3, 3-6-1) is in Tempe for its last game of the season. The Sun Devils take on its in-state rival University of Arizona Wildcats (10-5-2, 5-4-1) in the Territorial Cup,

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

Midfield Turnoves proved crucial in ASU Soccer loss to Utah

by Joaquin Rodriguez - October 5, 2024October 5, 2024

(Photo by: Maya Diaz) In the 36th minute, with the match tied at 1-1 between Arizona State soccer (7-3-3, 2-3-1) and the University of Utah (5-4-4, 2-2-2), tension filled the air at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium. ASU had just tied the game 20 minutes prior and was looking to ride

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

Superstars lead the way for ASU Soccer victory over Cincinnati

by Joaquin Rodriguez - September 30, 2024September 30, 2024

(Photo By: Hazel Foubert/ WCSN) It's the 22nd minute of ASU Soccer's ((7-2-3, 2-2-1) match vs. Cincinnati (5-6-1, 1-4), and Meighan Farrell is charging down the right wing with speed and aggression putting the Bearcats defense on their heels. The junior defender threaded a perfect pass connecting with freshman forward Kierra

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

Coach ejection emphasizes frustrating night for ASU Soccer vs. West Virginia

by Mason Seal - September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

(Photo by: Hazel Foubert/ WCSN) TEMPE — In the final minutes of the Arizona State soccer (6-2-3, 1-2-1) Big 12 home opener against West Virginia (8-2-1, 4-0), head coach Graham Winkworth stormed off the pitch capping a frustrating game for the program. After a night that saw ASU have one shot

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