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$100M renovation to energize fan experience at Desert Financial Arena
Desert Financial Arena is about to get a brand-new look. ASU is embarking on a multiyear, multiphase renovation of the arena — home of the Sun Devils’ men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, gymnastics and wrestling teams — with an estimated cost of $100 million. The project, which requires approval by the Arizona Board of Regents, encompasses improved seating, a new court, better accessibility and upgraded concessions.
Fifty years ago, ASU football went 12-0, won the Fiesta Bowl and finished the season ranked No. 2 in two polls. Now that team is being inducted into the Sun Devil Hall of Fame.
The ASU women's basketball program is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and a celebratory luncheon was hosted by the ASU Alumni Association.
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Pitching in: ASU marketing students work with Sun Devil Athletics to draw crowds
Students from three sports business capstone courses in the W. P. Carey School of Business have collaborated with Sun Devil Athletics to help promote events, including the Nov. 17 volleyball game against Arizona that drew 7,703 fans, the largest attendance in 12 years.
Community advocate and ASU soccer vice captain graduates with honors
Selected as a Dean’s Medalist in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts for her academic distinction, Meighan Farrell excelled in the classroom and on the soccer pitch.
After 20 years in gymnastics, ASU Law grad finds new purpose in sports industry
How a lifelong gymnast transformed her love of athletics into a career in sports and event innovation through ASU Law’s MSLB program.
Olympic gold medalist adds ASU graduate to his list of accomplishments
After winning four gold medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics, former Arizona State University swimmer Léon Marchand returned to ASU to get his degree in computer science.
ASU provost leads marching band in game day performance
Nancy Gonzales, ASU executive vice president and university provost, led the Sun Devil Marching Band in a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the ASU vs. University of Houston football game Oct. 25.
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