Sun Devil athletics has been busy in just the last few days, from football honors to coaching promotions. Here’s what’s been happening as the offseason continues.
Football Preseason Honors, Leavitt at Manning Passing Academy, EA Sports College Ratings
Athlon Sports' preseason honors had a strong representation from ASU Football. A number of Sun Devils, including Sam Leavitt, Ben Coleman, and Xavion Alford, were chosen All-Big 12 while Jordan Tyson was named a preseason All-American. This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and dedication this team puts in.
Preseason Honors from @AthlonSports 🔥#ForksUp /// #ActivateTheValley pic.twitter.com/1rhzmJmvrG
— Sun Devil Football (@ASUFootball) July 2, 2025
ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt continues putting in the work this offseason, training with some of the best at the Manning Passing Academy. He was able to work directly with NFL legend Peyton Manning and other top quarterbacks. It will be interesting to see how these efforts translate into this upcoming football season.
Sam Leavitt learning from Peyton Manning at the Manning Passing Academy. 🏈
— Blake Niemann (@Blakes_Take2) July 2, 2025
(📸: peytonmanning/IG)@S_leav10 @ASUFootball @KennyDillingham @coacharroyo pic.twitter.com/9tgzpOQxAu
To close out the football news, EA sports just released its highly anticipated player ratings, including some of our Sun Devils. Jordan Tyson led ASU with a rating of 94 overall.
The ratings are in 🎮📈#ForksUp /// #CFB26 pic.twitter.com/BOlk3Whk5Y
— Sun Devil Football (@ASUFootball) July 3, 2025
Schmitt Promoted to Associate Head Coach After Championship Season for Swim and Dive
Longtime assistant Derek Schmitt was promoted after helping ASU win three consecutive conference titles and the 2024 men's national championship.
Additionally, he was crucial in the women's team's first conference title and their best NCAA finish since 2012. This promotion was well deserved for Schmitt and for the future of the swim and dive program.
Women’s Golf Academic All-Americans
Four Sun Devils earned WGCA All-American scholar honors, including Grace Summerhays, Paula Schulz-Hanssen, Patience Rhodes, and Isla McDonald-O’Brien. This is Summerhays fourth time receiving this recognition. This is the 20th consecutive year that ASU earned at least one selection, demonstrating the program's continued academic success.
Baseball Adds Lefty From Transfer Portal
ASU baseball continues making moves this offseason with the most recent one being Florida State left-hander Brady Louck.
BREAKING: Florida State transfer Brady Louck has committed to Arizona State, becoming the first lefty for ASU out of the portal.
— House of Sparky (@HouseOfSparky) July 3, 2025
11.2 innings over 11 appearances for Louck during his sophomore campaign with a 3.86 ERA. He’s made four starts in his collegiate career. pic.twitter.com/ta9Zj5WnAN
57 Days Until Sun Devil Football
Football season will be kicking off before we know it with only 57 days to go. The countdown continues, but for now have a safe Fourth of July, Sun Devil fans!