Mia Bencich

@cronkite_asu ‘29 | WCSN Women’s Hoops | WCSN BASEBALL

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ASU Football: There were touchdowns, tea and tons of excitement as the Sun Devils defeated Kansas 24-17 in the inaugural Union Jack Classic in London.

The game marks the very first FBS college football game played in the United Kingdom.

Our @miabencich has more

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ASU football: Sun Devil fans are already showing out in large numbers for the Union Jack Classic, which is only one sleep away.

Our @miabencich reports from London with the vibe check from Sun Devil nation.

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ASU Football: The Sun Devils got off to a historic start to the 2026 season, routing Morgan State 70-7.

Cutter Boley set the record for passing yards in an ASU debut with 387, but he and Dillingham still feel there's room for growth.

Our @miabencich has more.

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ASU Football: As an Arizona native whose father played for the Sun Devils in the '90s, Tristan Bacon's story was always intertwined with ASU.

Now, the linebacker has been arguably one of ASU's biggest risers throughout fall camp.

Our @miabencich has more on Bacon's journey.

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Hi everyone! I’m Mia Bencich, heading into my sophomore year studying sports journalism at ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. I’m passionate about sports broadcasting, storytelling and connecting with athletes through their stories. Excited for #JMC302! 🎥🏈

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Thinking about joining WCSN? This is your sign... 👀

Come to our upcoming Newcomers Meeting to learn more about the club and how you can get involved this semester!

🗓️ Tuesday, August 25th
⏰ 8pm MST
📍 CRONK 156

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ASU Women's Basketball: With returning leaders and exciting fresh faces, Molly Miller and the Sun Devils are leaning on a player-led culture as they look to build on last year's NCAA tournament appearance.

Our @miabencich has more on how ASU's offseason is going.

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ASU Football: Sun Devil Football hosted its annual youth camp, giving hundreds of young athletes the opportunity to learn directly from ASU players and coaches.

Our @miabencich has more on how a day of football lessons became a meaningful experience for everyone on the field.

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ASU Baseball: After a disappointing midweek loss, the No. 25 Sun Devils rebounded against Baylor to take a 1-0 series lead, in what Willie Bloomquist called their most complete game of the season.

Our @miabencich has more from Muni.

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The vibes were high at ASU's Fan Fest, with players and coaches from various sports participating in fun activities alongside Sun Devil fans.

Our @Easton_Stock and @miabencich have more from Mountain America Stadium.

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ASU Football: Defensive lineman Julian Hugo chose to forgo a full four years of high school to participate in spring practices as an 18-year-old true freshman.

He's already leaving a mark, as Kenny Dillingham has consistently praised his physicality.

Our @miabencich has more.

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Marley Washenitz closes out her career with a performance to remember against UVA. 19 points, 5-9 from three.

A fitting ending to an incredible collegiate journey

I had the opportunity to tell her story; watch my feature on her mental health journey:

https://t.co/ZHSaGKEFnR

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What a game for Marley Washenitz against UVA.

19 points, 5-9 from three

Congrats on an incredible collegiate career to the senior!

To learn more Washenitz’s journey battling mental health from her time at Pittsburgh to now being at ASU, go watch @miabencich’s feature

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@Jakobrooks Just getting some good close ups

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ASU Women’s Basketball: When life off the court became just as demanding as the game itself, Marley Washenitz faced the battles many don’t see.

Now, she uses her story to help others find their voice and break the stigma around athletes’ mental health.

Our @miabencich has more

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The perils of being a sports journalist @miabencich 😂

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ASU Women’s Basketball: The Sun Devils’ Big 12 Tournament run ends in the quarterfinals as West Virginia defeats Arizona State 67–54.

Our @miabencich has more from the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City.

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ASU Women's Basketball: The Sun Devils upset Iowa State 77-68 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Big 12 tournament.

Following the win, Molly Miller once again was emphatic in her stance that ASU deserves a spot in March Madness.

Our @miabencich has more from Kansas City.

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@DougTammaro So grateful for the opportunity!

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ASU Women's Basketball: The Sun Devils completed the 3-0 sweep of rival Arizona, defeating the Wildcats 54-51 in the first round of the Big 12 tournament.

ASU will now take on Iowa State in the second round of the tournament tomorrow.

Our @miabencich has more from Kansas City.