Families get a chance to meet their favorite Sun Devil athletes at 2026 fan fest

Fans came out to celebrate all things Sun Devil Athletics with interactive access to student-athletes, coaches and programs across multiple sports at Sun Devil Fan Fest held at Mountain America Stadium on April 17.

The free, family-friendly event included a Kid’s Tillman Run Out, Family Fun Zones, autograph and photo opportunities, a fireworks show and more.

Here's some of our favorite moments from the day, captured by student photographer Emma Fitzgerald.

Fans of all ages got into the Sun Devil spirit. Two-year-old Isabelle Larsen (top) enjoys the coloring tent while others got to try on official football helmets, including 2-year-old Brynlee Speedling (above, left) and sisters August (center) and Eleanor Brand.

Young fans also had access to meet-and-greets with Sun Devil Athletics coaches and staff. Ten-year-old Tyler Seyk met ASU Women’s Basketball head coach Molly Miller (top photos) while Athletics Director Graham Rossini (above, left) speaks with a fan.

ASU Football head coach Kenny Dillingham (top right) and players, including Cutter Boley (above), signed posters and T-shirts for fans. 

Interviews with current and former players were also a big part of the event. Broadcaster Braiden Bell interviewed ASU Women’s Basketball players Deb Davenport (top, middle) and McKenna Brackens, as well as former ASU football player Jake Plummer (above).