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Desert football, the oldest rivalry trophy in the sport, and a young head coach who grew up with the program he now runs.
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Football in Arizona
Arizona
The Territorial Cup
Arizona State and Arizona play for the Territorial Cup, the oldest rivalry trophy in college football. It predates statehood — the name refers to the Arizona Territory — and the series began in 1899.
That longevity is the point: a great deal of college football's structure has been rearranged by realignment in recent years, but this fixture has survived every version of it.
Arizona
Playing in the heat
September football in Tempe is a genuine competitive factor. Early-season kickoffs are frequently moved to the evening because daytime temperatures make midday play impractical, and visiting teams from cooler climates rarely adjust quickly.
Arizona State plays in the Big 12 following the Pac-12's dissolution, under Kenny Dillingham, who grew up in the area and is among the younger head coaches in the sport.
Leagues
Conference represented
FAQ
Arizona football questions
Which college football teams are in Arizona?
This site covers the Arizona State Sun Devils, based in Tempe and competing in the Big 12. Coverage is being expanded program by program.
What is the Territorial Cup?
The trophy for the Arizona State against Arizona rivalry, and the oldest rivalry trophy in college football. Its name comes from the Arizona Territory, predating statehood.
Why do Arizona State games often kick off at night?
Daytime temperatures in Tempe early in the season make midday football impractical, so kickoffs are frequently scheduled for the evening.
What conference is Arizona State in?
The Big 12, which it joined following the dissolution of the Pac-12 in the recent wave of conference realignment.