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The voices behind America's growing officiating shortage

Wyatt Baumeyer | December 15

Remedios’ encounter is not an isolated case, as a growing decline in sportsmanship has dwindled the number of active younger umpires across the United States. With 69% of umpires saying sportsmanship is declining nationally, according to the 2023 National Officiating Survey (NASO), and an aging workforce that pressures the next generation to fill their role, umpires like former professional Zach Richardson said a change in societal behavior is necessary to reverse the trend

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Early Run Propels Sun Devils past Sooners

Wyatt Baumeyer | December 7

However, Arizona State (7-2) responded to Hurley’s early decision, immediately going on a 27-3 run en route to an 86-70 victory over Oklahoma (6-3). The Sun Devils shot an impressive 54% (13-24) from 3-point range while limiting the Sooners to a mere 35% field goal percentage, all while recovering from a lengthy week of travel. 

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One of a kind: the struggle for equality in girls flag football

Wyatt Baumeyer | December 4

Alongside varsity head coach Rae Black, Holton leads a charter flag football program unlike many of the 132 varsity teams in Arizona. Since its inception as a varsity sport in the Fall of 2023, Casteel boasts female head coaches for its JV and varsity units, an achievement that Black says is a struggle for women to attain in 2025, even if they offer unique leadership that no male coach can

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Turnovers send Territorial Cup back to Tucson

Wyatt Baumeyer | November 29

Not even the return of former running back Cameron Skattebo could turn the tide in the 99th rendition of the Territorial Cup, as No. 20 Arizona State’s offense committed many self-inflicted mistakes in front of a sold-out Mountain America Stadium.

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ASU Prevails Despite Shaky Performance

Wyatt Baumeyer | August 31

TEMPE, Ariz. — Despite an overall sluggish performance, Arizona State football’s star quarterback settled any doubt of a Northern Arizona comeback Saturday evening at Mountain America Stadium.  Leading 17-6 out of halftime, redshirt sophomore quarterback Sam Leavitt made magic happen on a ...

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The voices behind America's growing officiating shortage

Wyatt Baumeyer | December 15

Remedios’ encounter is not an isolated case, as a growing decline in sportsmanship has dwindled the number of active younger umpires across the United States. With 69% of umpires saying sportsmanship is declining nationally, according to the 2023 National Officiating Survey (NASO), and an aging workforce that pressures the next generation to fill their role, umpires like former professional Zach Richardson said a change in societal behavior is necessary to reverse the trend