Speak Of The Devils

Finally... After weeks of knocking on the door, the Devils broke it down and got a win. With Ralph Amsden of ArizonaVarsity.com and the Pac-12 Apostles podcast pinch-hitting as co-host, we review the big win, talk to ASU tight end Ryan Morgan (40:43), and preview the Sun Devils' big road test at Utah. Then, we are joined by former ASU guard and current radio analyst Kyle Dodd to preview the ASU basketball season (1:18:25).

Oh. So. Close. After a look at the news, we examine the defensive dominance and missed opportunities from ASU's loss to No. 5 Washington. We then talk to left tackle Isaia Glass (27:14) and wide receiver Gio Sanders (31:28) about the adversity faced by the offense and the plan to turn the close losses into wins. We then go behind Washington State lines with Michael Preston of CougCenter.com (36:05) before diving into our game preview and predictions.

It all starts between the pipes. As a goalie myself, I may be a little biased, but without a quality goaltender in net, a hockey team isn't going to win a lot of games. Fortunately for the Sun Devils, they have one of the nation's best. TJ Semptimphelter bucked family tradition by forgoing the football field for the hockey rink. After a breakout performance at the famous Beanpot Tournament while playing for Northeastern, TJ emerged as a hot commodity and transferred to Arizona State prior to last season. He immediately became the workhorse in goal, establishing himself as a foundational piece for the Sun Devils. That has continued into this season, where he has started each of ASU's first four games, winning all of them, including a season-opening win over No. 15 Merrimack. With the Sun Devils rising up in the polls, the future is bright in Tempe. On this episode, TJ and I discuss his hockey journey, how a love of sports headgear landed him in goal, the joy of annihilating the Arizona Wildcats, what Being the

It's funny what twists and turns life has in store sometimes. One day, you're in the middle of a successful career in finance. The next, you're leading a volleyball resurgence in the desert. JJ Van Niel was a SoCal guy, who dabbled a bit in volleyball as a kid before going on to play club hockey at USC. He then spent 12 years working in the financial sector before a chance encounter sent him on a path of coaching volleyball that has included stops with the US Women's National Team, the Olympic Games, Utah, and USC before being named Arizona State's head coach this past December. The turnaround has been immediate. After posting just one winning season in the last 7 years, Van Niel's Devils are currently 18-2 and ranked No. 17 in the nation following a massive straight sets win over No. 5 Oregon this past Sunday. In this episode, JJ and I discuss the hot start to the season, why he came to ASU, how he went from the hockey rink to the volleyball court, the best dishes from the team's "Chopped" competitions, and

Football is back. The Sun Devils are returning from a much-needed bye week with a major test ahead. After a look at the latest news, we talk to ASU running back Cam Skattebo (20:56) and wide receiver Kaleb Black (24:19) before hitting the recruiting trails with 2024 tight end commit Jayden Fortier (28:07). Then we look ahead to the Battle in Seattle. We go behind Husky lines with Max Vrooman of UWDawgPound.com (37:02) for the latest on No. 5 Washington before diving into our game preview and predictions. Plus, catch an excerpt from the Sitdown Series episode with ASU head volleyball coach JJ Van Niel, who has guided the Sun Devils to a sizzling 18-2 start.

Perhaps fittingly, the first half of ASU’s season ended with another frustrating near-victory. With the legendary Chilly and Hod Rabino of DevilsDigest.com in studio, we recap the Sun Devils’ first six games, hand out midterm grades, and look ahead to the home stretch.

What a difference a week makes. After a promising showing against USC, the Sun Devils let a maroon-and-golden opportunity slip away by the Bay. After a look at the latest injury updates, we dive into the key takeaways from ASU's 24-21 loss to Cal. Then we talk with offensive lineman Sean Na'a (40:32) and wide receiver Xavier Guillory (43:56) for their perspective on the offense. Then we go behind Colorado lines with CBS Sacramento's Andrew Haubner for some expert insight (48:08) before diving into our game preview and predictions.

After a look at the latest injury news, we dive into ASU's loss to No. 5 USC. We examine the promising signs showed and whether they can signal a turnaround. We then talk with ASU tight ends coach Jason Mohns, who discusses the group's progress and what lies ahead (37:33). Then we go behind enemy lines with Maria Kholodova of Rivals and The Daily Californian for an insider look at Cal (45:28) before diving into our game preview and predictions.

Yikes. Welp. Yeah. It was a night to forget for the Devils, but one worth discussing. We begin the show with a dive into the lengthy injury report and a change in playcaller before discussing the major takeaways from ASU's loss to Fresno State. Then we talk with two Sun Devils looking to continue making their mark, tight end Bryce Pierre (49:22) and running back Kyson Brown (51:53). Then we go behind USC lines with Trojan insider Ryan Young of TrojanSports.com (56:39) before examining ASU's major test to open Pac-12 play.

Another week, another tale of two halves. After a look at the growing injury concerns, we discuss the good and bad from the loss against Oklahoma State. We're then joined by former ASU offensive lineman and current graduate assistant Steven Miller for a report on the Devils' OL (37:11), and then RB Tevin White opens up on his road back to earning a role in the offense (43:48). Then we look ahead to Saturday's battle with the Bulldogs. We talk with Fresno State insider Andrew Marden (49:44) before diving into our game preview and give our predictions.

Weird. Wild. Wacky. Call Week 1 whatever you want, but most importantly, it was a win. After a look at the news, we dive into a look back at ASU's win over Southern Utah, and what can—and can't—be taken from it. We're then joined by Sun Devil running back DeCarlos Brooks (35:35) to discuss his performance and playing some fullback. Then, we talk with former ASU quarterback and current Pac-12 Network analyst Gus Farwell (39:24) for an expert look at how Jaden Rashada performed in his debut. Next, we go behind enemy lines with Oklahoma State insider Jeff Johnson of OStateIllustrated.com (1:05:18) before diving into our game preview and contrasting predictions.

Football is here, but in true ASU fashion, the season opener is joined by a disappointing development. We open with a dive into Arizona State's decision to self-impose a postseason ban just days out from the season and get reaction from senior defensive back Jordan Clark (25:13). We then turn our attention to the 2023 season opener against Southern Utah. We go behind Thunderbird lines with SUU TV play-by-play announcer Spencer McLaughlin before going into our game preview, complete with final score predictions.

The first game week of the 2023 season got started under a black cloud, as before the Sun Devils took the field for Sunday's practice, the athletic department said it is imposing a one-year postseason ban on the team. Following practice, we heard from head coach Kenny Dillingham, defensive back Jordan Clark, and tight end Jalin Conyers (a thank you to DevilsDigest.com for the Conyers audio.

It was Day 1 of the Rashada Era at Wednesday's practice. After the first practice following the decision to name true freshman Jaden Rashada the starting quarterback, hear from head coach Kenny Dillingham, offensive coordinator Beau Baldwin, and Rashada himself.

ONE MORE WEEK! With the season just days away, we welcome Hod Rabino and Caleb Campero in studio to take a detailed look at the 2023 Sun Devils. After in-depth discussions on the offense, defense, and big picture questions, we all go on the record with our fearless season predictions! [Note: This was recorded hours before news broke that QB Jaden Rashada would start for the Sun Devils in the season opener]

The most anticipated answer of fall camp is here. Quarterback Jaden Rashada will start Arizona State's season opener against Southern Utah. We discuss the decision, why Jaden was the pick, what it means for Trenton Bourguet, and the impact moving forward.

In the span of about 15 years, a self-described "too short" and "too slow" linebacker at Chaparral High School has risen through the ranks to become the face of Sun Devil football. Kenny Dillingham's Sun Devils have yet to win a game, but the work he and his staff have put in over the last nine months has made great strides in Activating the Valley and re-engaging a weary fanbase. Now with his debut season nearly here, it's time to see how this new era of Sun Devil football will begin. On this episode, Kenny and I discuss the tough early work in revamping the program, his early football years, balancing the rigors of coaching with being a husband and father, the quarterback battle, and much more.

Fall camp is winding down, as the Sun Devils held their final camp scrimmage, with major implications for the quarterback battle. I recap the day's events, and then talk with DT Dashuan Mallory, CB Dee Ford, and RB DeCarlos Brooks.

We're just two weeks out from the 2023 season opener, and things are heating up. After a look at the news, we dive into the latest developments from fall camp, including the Camp Tontozona scrimmage and how an injury is shaking up the quarterback battle. We're also joined by WR Andre Johnson (56:52) and RB George Hart III (1:22:38). Plus, it's the return of the Sun Devil Stock Report!

A rough practice to open Week 3 of fall camp gives the Sun Devils plenty to work on in the days ahead. After the session, I caught up with WR Andre Johnson, LT Bram Walden, and RB George Hart.