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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

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Alabama baseball player TJ McCants (44) safe at second against Georgia at Sanford Stadium in Athens, GA on Saturday, Mar 23, 2024.

Alabama baseball swept at the hands of the Georgia Bulldogs in Athens

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 25, 2024

On Friday evening, the Crimson Tide made the journey to Foley Field in Athens, Georgia, for its first road trip on the SEC calendar. Alabama looked to build on the momentum from its opening-weekend win...

Alabama Baseball Player Coulson Buchanan (46) pitches against Alabama State University at Wheeler-Watkins Baseball Complex in Montgomery, AL on Tuesday, Mar 19, 2024.

Alabama baseball routs the Alabama State Hornets, sweeping the season series

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 21, 2024

In Wheeler-Watkins Baseball Complex, in Mongomery, Alabama, the Crimson Tide squared off against the Alabama State Hornets for the first game of Alabama’s five-game road trip. Alabama would prevail in...

Infielder Justin Lebron (1) throws the ball against Troy at Sewell Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024.

Alabama baseball bounces back, defeating the Troy Trojans in a back-and-forth game

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 6, 2024

Wednesday afternoon saw the Troy Trojans make the three-hour drive to Tuscaloosa to face off against the Alabama Crimson Tide. These two ball clubs previously met in the Tuscaloosa regional in the 2023...

Alabama baseball goes 2-1 at the Frisco Classic, suffering its first loss of the 2024 season

Alabama baseball goes 2-1 at the Frisco Classic, suffering its first loss of the 2024 season

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 4, 2024

On Friday, the Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team embarked on a three-game tournament in Frisco, Texas. The Frisco Classic saw the Alabama Crimson Tide of the Southeastern Conference, Indiana Hoosiers...

Alabama baseball player Zane Adams (20) winds up at Regions Field in Birmingham, AL on Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024.

Alabama baseball comes back from trailing early to win in extra innings versus UAB Blazers

Michael DeVito , Contributing Writer February 28, 2024

On Tuesday night, the Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team made the hourlong trip up Interstate 20 to Birmingham, Alabama, to take on the UAB Blazers at Regions Field in a midweek matchup, winning in 10...

Alabama outfielder Evan Sleight (#3) rounds the bases against Valparaiso.

Alabama baseball stays hot, sweeping the Valparaiso Beacons and remaining undefeated

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 25, 2024

On Friday, the Alabama Crimson Tide hosted the Valparaiso Beacons in the three-game weekend series, where Alabama swept the Beacons to remain undefeated so far on the young 2024 season. Game 1: Alabama...

Alabama baseball player Matthew Heiberger (40) pitches the ball against Alabama State at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024.

Alabama baseball defeats Alabama State 12-0 after powerful two innings

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 22, 2024

Alabama defeated the Alabama State Hornets 12-0 in seven innings, run-ruling the Hornets, thanks to explosive offense in the bottoms of the fourth and fifth innings, Wednesday afternoon at Sewell-Thomas...

Alabama pitcher Greg Farone (#26) pitches against Middle Tennessee on Feb. 20 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

Alabama baseball defeats Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders to open midweek play

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 20, 2024

In its first midweek game of the 2024 season, the Alabama Crimson Tide welcomed the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders to Sewell-Thomas Stadium, defeating them 6-1.   Left-hander Greg Farone got the start...

 Alabama pitcher Riley Quick (#4) handled the start of the game against Manhattan on Feb. 17, 2024.

Rob Vaughn era begins with home sweep over Manhattan College in baseball’s opening weekend

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 18, 2024

The long-awaited 2024 season began Friday afternoon in Sewell-Thomas Stadium, as the Alabama Crimson Tide baseball team opened its campaign hosting the Manhattan College Jaspers in a three-game series...

Alabama pitcher Ben Hess (#27) throws a pitch against Kentucky on Mar. 24, 2023, at Sewell-Thomas Stadium

Ownership, toughness, and grit: How Alabama baseball will look to get back into the NCAA postseason in 2024 

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 15, 2024

Following its defeat to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the 2023 super regionals, the Alabama Crimson Tide will return to the diamond in 2024 with a new look. The team has all the makings of one that...

Alabama pitcher Alton Davis II throws a pitch against Auburn on April 16, 2023, at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

New faces and returning leaders for the Alabama baseball pitching staff in 2024 

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer  February 15, 2024

Entering the 2024 season with a new look, the Alabama baseball pitching staff will be a substantial factor in how successful the Crimson Tide will be in the new season. With new faces and an ace returning...

Alabama Baseball Player Ben Hess (27) pitches the ball during practice at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Friday, Jan 26, 2024.

Ben Hess, the leader that the Alabama baseball pitching rotation will need in 2024 

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 15, 2024

After missing most of the 2023 season due to injury, junior right-handed pitcher Ben Hess returns to the Alabama baseball pitching rotation, possibly as the ace for head coach Rob Vaughn's 2024 pitching...

Former Alabama baseball head coach Brad Bohannon found to have violated NCAA rules

Former Alabama baseball head coach Brad Bohannon found to have violated NCAA rules

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer February 2, 2024

Former Alabama baseball head coach Brad Bohannon was found to have violated the NCAA wagering and ethical conduct rules from his attempted $100,000 wager on the Alabama vs. LSU game, according to an agreement...

Former Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams (#1) runs the ball against Georgia in the SEC Championship on Dec. 4, 2021, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

Storied rivalry continues with Alabama-Georgia SEC championship game

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer  November 28, 2023

On Dec. 2 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs will clash in the SEC championship game, for the third time since 2018.   “I’m very, very...

Alabama baseball player Hagan Banks (#36) pitching against Auburn during the Fall Exhibition on Oct. 13 in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Fall ball: Baseball’s new faces, old rivals and fall takeaways

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer November 8, 2023

Across the college baseball world, the six-week fall ball season gave teams a sneak peek as to what to expect in the spring season.   In Tuscaloosa, there is a new head coach, an almost entirely new...

The legends behind the Crimson Tide’s favorite athletic facilities

The legends behind the Crimson Tide’s favorite athletic facilities

Abby McCreary and Michael DeVito November 1, 2023

Whether it’s a party at Rhoads or an afternoon at The Joe, many of UA Athletics’ favorite facilities are constantly referred to without a second thought given to their namesakes. Here are the Alabama...

 Alabama defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (#1) during the Texas game on Sep. 10, 2022 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX.

The history behind the 10th meeting between the Crimson Tide and Longhorns

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer September 7, 2023

For the first time since 1902, the Texas Longhorns will make the trip from Austin, Texas, to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for the next chapter in a college football classic of two historical powerhouse programs.   “We’re...

Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban during interviews during SEC Media Day on July 19 at Grand Hyatt in Nashville, TN.

Nick Saban returns to SEC media day amid uncertainties about the upcoming season

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer July 26, 2023

Football coaches from across the SEC traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, last week for the annual SEC football media day to mark the beginning of the 2023 football season.   Nick Saban took the podium...

Alabama baseball player Andrew Pickney (#21) up at bat in a game against the University of Kentucky on March 24 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Six Crimson Tide players taken in the 2023 MLB draft; most Alabama players taken since the 2016 draft

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer July 12, 2023

On June 9, the first of 20 rounds of the 2023 MLB draft commenced. Six former Crimson Tide players were selected by an MLB ball club with the opportunity to take the next step in their baseball career.    Andrew...

Former Alabama baseball head coach Jim Wells named to the 2024 class of the ABCA Hall of Fame

Former Alabama baseball head coach Jim Wells named to the 2024 class of the ABCA Hall of Fame

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer July 9, 2023

Former Alabama baseball head coach Jim Wells has been selected to the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame 2024 class, a list including 10 other former college baseball head coaches. Wells...

Alabama baseball pitcher Ben Hess (#27) pitching against the University of Kentucky on March 24 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Alabama baseball pitching staff contributed in a substantial way during the second-half success of the 2023 season

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 28, 2023

To begin the 2023 season, Alabama got themselves off to a hot start in non-conference play. However, the Crimson Tide had lost four consecutive SEC series since getting underway with SEC play. With the...

Alabama baseball team preparing for a game against High Point University on February 26 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

How the transfer portal will affect the 2024 Crimson Tide baseball program

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 21, 2023

Under a new head coach for the Crimson Tide baseball program, the transfer portal will become a vital part of Rob Vaughn’s first offseason at the helm of the Alabama Crimson Tide.  “We are going...

Rob Vaughn announced as the 33rd head coach in Alabama baseball program history

Rob Vaughn announced as the 33rd head coach in Alabama baseball program history

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 12, 2023

On Monday, June 12, former Maryland Terrapins head coach Rob Vaughn was announced as the 33rd Crimson Tide baseball head coach. Vaughn takes over for interim head coach Jason Jackson, who is now associate...

Alabama runner Chris Robinson runs the 400mh on June 9 at NCAA Championships in Myers Stadium in Austin, TX

Wake Forest offense proves to be too much for the Crimson Tide pitching

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 11, 2023

Thirteen years ago, the Alabama Crimson Tide came within just one win of the College World Series, falling to the Clemson Tigers. Thirteen years later, the best team Alabama has put on the diamond in years...

Alabama baseball team celebrates their win over Troy University on June 3 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Alabama baseball makes first super-regional appearance in 13 years

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 7, 2023

The hot Alabama Crimson Tide enter Winston Salem, North Carolina, for a super-regional matchup — Alabama’s first appearance in 13 years.   The Crimson Tide entered as the No. 16 team nationally,...

Alabama baseball player Alton Davis II (#42) throws a pitch against Nicholls State on June 3 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Crimson Tide baseball rolls into super regionals to keep historic season alive

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer June 5, 2023

After 16 long years, postseason baseball at Sewell-Thomas Stadium has returned for the Alabama Crimson Tide. With three wins over the weekend, Alabama’s pursuit of a World Series berth in Omaha for the...

Alabama baseball player Andrew Pinckney (#21) celebrates a home run against Ole Miss on May 18 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Sewell-Thomas Stadium will host playoff baseball for the first time since 2006

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 31, 2023

For the first time since 2006, the Alabama Crimson Tide, as a No. 16 national seed, will host playoff baseball at Sewell-Thomas Stadium June 2-5.  Finishing with two impressive wins over Kentucky and...

Alabama baseball player Jim Jarvis (#10) hits the ball against Vanderbilt on May 26 at Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala. (Courtesy of UA Athletics)

Baseball crashes out of SEC tournament at the hands of the Commodores

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 27, 2023

In the fourth round of the SEC tournament, the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide rematched the No. 4 Vanderbilt Commodores in a win-or-go-home game in the losers’ bracket. Previously, the Crimson Tide bested...

Alabama baseball player Tommy Seidl (#20) slides into home against Auburn on May 25 at Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala. (Courtesy of UA Athletics)

Alabama baseball staves off elimination, defeats Auburn Tigers in SEC tournament

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 26, 2023

In the third round of the SEC tournament, the Alabama Crimson Tide faced off against and defeated the Auburn Tigers in an elimination game at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. Alabama previously took two out...

Alabama baseball player Drew Williamson (#18) throws to first against Florida on May 24 at the Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala. (Courtesy of UA Athletics)

Alabama baseball falls to top-seeded Florida Gators in extra innings, moves to losers’ bracket

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 25, 2023

To begin its journey in the double-elimination bracket of the SEC tournament, the ninth-seeded Alabama Crimson Tide lost to the first-seeded Florida Gators on day two.   Interim head coach Jason Jackson...

(CW/ Jennifer Stroud)

Baseball defeats Kentucky, advances in SEC tournament in historic win

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 24, 2023

On Tuesday night, the Alabama Crimson Tide opened the SEC tournament in the single-elimination bracket against the Kentucky Wildcats. Kentucky and Alabama faced off against each other in March when Kentucky...

Alabama Baseball wins in final midweek game of the season, goes 12-1 in midweek games

Alabama Baseball wins in final midweek game of the season, goes 12-1 in midweek games

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 11, 2023

On a Tuesday night in Montgomery’s Riverwalk Stadium, the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Troy Trojans 7-2 in their second matchup this season.   Coming into its final midweek game with an 11-1...

Interim head coach Jason Jackson talks with an umpire during a game. Courtesy of UA Athletics.

What baseball interim head coach Jason Jackson can bring to new role

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 8, 2023

On Thursday, pitching coach Jason Jackson replaced former head coach Brad Bohannon as the head coach of the Alabama baseball team. The midseason change follows Bohannon’s recent firing and his alleged...

RHP Kade Woods shouts towards his teammates during Sundays game against Vanderbilt. Courtesy of UA Athletics

Alabama baseball takes first series against Commodores in 11 years

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer May 8, 2023

In the first weekend under interim head coach Jason Jackson, the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the No. 5 Vanderbilt Commodores in an upset series win. Alabama rode off an explosive offensive performance...

Baseball loses midweek game for first time this season

Baseball loses midweek game for first time this season

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer April 19, 2023

On Tuesday night at Regions Park in Birmingham, the Alabama Crimson Tide was defeated by the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers with a walk off in the bottom of the 11th inning. The matchup was...

Late surge puts baseball over the top against Middle Tennessee

Late surge puts baseball over the top against Middle Tennessee

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 30, 2023

On Tuesday night at Toyota Field in Huntsville, Alabama, the Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders 10-4 as a late offensive performance pulled the Crimson Tide...

Mac Guscette returns to Gainesville as new Crimson Tide backstop

Mac Guscette returns to Gainesville as new Crimson Tide backstop

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 15, 2023

A junior catcher from Nokomis, Florida, Mac Guscette returns to Gainesville to face his former team in Alabama’s opening series in SEC play. Guscette transferred from The University of Florida to the...

Former Alabama baseball players prep for the 2023 MLB season

Former Alabama baseball players prep for the 2023 MLB season

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer March 5, 2023

With players all over the country reporting to spring training for the upcoming 2023 MLB season, former Alabama players will be preparing for their upcoming seasons representing various major league teams...

The Brandon Miller effect was on full display against LSU

The Brandon Miller effect was on full display against LSU

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer January 17, 2023

On Saturday afternoon, the visiting LSU Tigers men’s basketball team (12-3) faced off against the No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide (14-2) in a sold-out Coleman Coliseum in a mid-season SEC matchup.   It...

Recapping Alabama football’s 2023 recruiting class

Recapping Alabama football’s 2023 recruiting class

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer January 9, 2023

After missing the College Football Playoff following back-to-back national championship appearances, the Alabama Crimson Tide football program’s future looks to be in safe hands, with what many are calling...

Eli Ricks returns to Baton Rouge in new starting role

Eli Ricks returns to Baton Rouge in new starting role

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer November 2, 2022

On Saturday night, the Alabama Crimson Tide will face off against LSU in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for a crucial SEC matchup.  For former LSU defensive back Eli Ricks, it will be a homecoming affair...

Through the Years: Alabama vs Arkansas

Through the Years: Alabama vs Arkansas

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer September 29, 2022

On Saturday, the Alabama Crimson Tide football team will travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas, to play the University of Arkansas Razorbacks in Alabama’s second SEC matchup of the season.   The Crimson...

Tyler Steen: The Journey from Vanderbilt to Alabama

Tyler Steen: The Journey from Vanderbilt to Alabama

Michael DeVito, Contributing Writer September 21, 2022

With the visiting Vanderbilt Commodores coming to Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday, Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Steen will be going up against his former team for the first time.  Steen spent the...

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