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Letter from the Editor | Don’t let fear rule you. Embrace change.

Letter from the Editor | Don’t let fear rule you. Embrace change.

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Editor-in-chief May 29, 2023

I remember when I first set foot in Tuscaloosa back in August of 2018. I was 16 hours away from everyone and everything I knew. I took a step out of the small world of Delaware and into the large, complex...

Letter from the incoming Editor in Chief

Letter from the incoming Editor in Chief

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Incoming Editor-in-Chief April 19, 2023

As the semester comes to a close, The Crimson White embarks on a new journey. I’m honored and grateful to have the opportunity to lead this newspaper next year. I have ambitious goals for The CW in 2023...

No. 10 Alabama women’s basketball stunned by No. 7 Baylor

No. 10 Alabama women’s basketball stunned by No. 7 Baylor

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Writer March 19, 2023

On Feb. 24, just two days before a Senior Day showdown against Ole Miss, Alabama women’s basketball seniors Jada Rice, Hannah Barber, Brittany Davis and Megan Abrams were asked what it would mean to...

Column: Consistency is women’s basketball’s path to a successful January

Column: Consistency is women’s basketball’s path to a successful January

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist January 15, 2023

In the game of basketball, mistakes can decide whether a team walks out of an arena with a win or a loss. In a competitive conference like the SEC, the mistakes must be kept to a minimum. Otherwise, a...

Chess, not checkers: how Alabama handled everything Georgia threw at them

Chess, not checkers: how Alabama handled everything Georgia threw at them

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist December 31, 2022

Chess is a game based on tactical strategy. To win a chess match, a player must be able to adjust to whatever their opponent throws at them. One wrong move can spell doom for a player.   The Alabama...

Alabama guard Brittany Davis (23) drives to the basket in the Crimson Tide's 61-52 victory over the Chattanooga Mocs on Dec. 3 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Women’s basketball overcomes struggles in win over Chattanooga

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist December 3, 2022

An ugly win still goes down as a win in the record books. Alabama women’s basketball extended its win streak to four games with a 61-52 win over the Chattanooga Mocs Saturday afternoon, despite an...

Alabama women's basketball head coach Kristy Curry speaks to the media during SEC Tipoff '23 on Oct. 18 at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Mountain Brook, Ala.

How Alabama took advantage of the transfer portal

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist October 21, 2022

The current landscape of collegiate athletics gives athletes the opportunity to give their college career a much-needed jolt. The NCAA transfer portal has given athletes the chance to not only grow as...

Letter from the Editor: Nineteen Fifty-Six Magazine

Letter from the Editor: Nineteen Fifty-Six Magazine

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Editor-in-Chief, Nineteen Fifty-Six Magazine October 19, 2022

On a campus as big as The University of Alabama’s, it’s a guarantee that there will be a story around every corner. These stories and experiences create the backdrop that is The University of Alabama....

The Other Side: Previewing the Commodores with the Vanderbilt Hustler

The Other Side: Previewing the Commodores with the Vanderbilt Hustler

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist September 23, 2022

Alabama football begins its conference play, hosting the Vanderbilt Commodores Saturday night. To preview the matchup, the Crimson White sat down with Jonah Barbin, a writer for the Vanderbilt Hustler.  What...

Continuing to build: Women’s basketball ready to compete in 2022

Continuing to build: Women’s basketball ready to compete in 2022

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist July 31, 2022

In 2021, the Alabama women’s basketball team made the NCAA Tournament for the first time since the 1998-99 season. The season after, a rocky January effectively ended any hopes of the Crimson Tide making...

(Left to right): Linebacker Will Anderson Jr., quarterback Bryce Young, and safety Jordan Battle pose for a picture for 2022 SEC Media Days at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Ga.

Everything Alabama football players said at 2022 SEC Media Days

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist July 20, 2022

Three Alabama players made the trip to Atlanta, Georgia, for the 2022 edition of the SEC Media Days. Quarterback Bryce Young, linebacker Will Anderson Jr. and safety Jordan Battle all spoke to the media...

Alabama head coach Nick Saban speaks at 2022 SEC Media Days at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Ga.

Everything Nick Saban said at 2022 SEC Media Days

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist July 20, 2022

The 2022 edition of the SEC Media Days has begun in Atlanta, Georgia. Leading off the second day of the event was the Alabama Crimson Tide. Head coach Nick Saban settled the pounding rain and addressed...

Who’s who: A list of current and former Alabama athletes taking center stage at the 2022 World Games

Who’s who: A list of current and former Alabama athletes taking center stage at the 2022 World Games

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist July 9, 2022

The 2022 World Games are now underway in Birmingham, Alabama. The multi-sport event will bring over 3,000 athletes to the Magic City. A few of those athletes started their journey to the World Games here...

Gymnastics names Spring as assistant coach

Gymnastics names Spring as assistant coach

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist June 28, 2022

On Tuesday, Alabama gymnastics announced that Justin Spring will join the staff as an assistant coach. The Olympic bronze medalist and NCAA champion comes to Tuscaloosa after almost two decades in Champaign,...

Planinsek’s singles campaign ends in second round of NCAA Championships

Planinsek’s singles campaign ends in second round of NCAA Championships

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist May 24, 2022

Alabama’s Filip Planinsek fell in the second round of the NCAA Singles Championships, 6-2, 6-3, to No. 13 Matej Vocel of Ohio State Tuesday afternoon. Planinsek’s season ends at the Khan Outdoor Tennis...

Where Alabama football players landed in the 2022 NFL Draft

Where Alabama football players landed in the 2022 NFL Draft

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist May 1, 2022

After a pre-draft process that lasted several months, the 2022 NFL Draft has come and gone. Seven Alabama football players — the lowest number since 2016 — heard their name called. Here is a look at...

Analysis | Where Alabama players will fall in the 2022 NFL Draft

Analysis | Where Alabama players will fall in the 2022 NFL Draft

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Contributing Columnist April 27, 2022

It’s time for former Alabama football players to get the call of their lives.  After months of preparation and training, the 2022 NFL draft is finally here. The three-day event will take place at...

Lexi Kilfoyl has perfect night as softball takes the series against Georgia

Lexi Kilfoyl has perfect night as softball takes the series against Georgia

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor April 4, 2022

It was a perfect night inside Rhoads Stadium. In the Monday night rubber match at Rhoads Stadium, Alabama softball run ruled the Georgia Bulldogs, 9-0. Alabama improved to 31-5 overall and 8-4 in the...

Former Alabama running back Brian Robinson Jr. completes the 20 yard shuttle drill during Alabama's Pro Day on Wednesday.

Alabama Pro Day takeaway

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor March 30, 2022
Alabama football hosted their annual Psro Day workout at the Hank Crisp Indoor Facility Wednesday. Nine of Alabama’s draft hopefuls worked out with NFL scouts and coaches today. 
Disc golf putts its way to national championship

Disc golf putts its way to national championship

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor March 30, 2022
The University of Alabama Disc Golf club team will be competing in the national championship in Marion, North Carolina, from April 6 to April 9. 
Women’s basketball ends season in heartbreaking WNIT quarterfinal

Women’s basketball ends season in heartbreaking WNIT quarterfinal

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor March 27, 2022

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits ended Alabama’s dream run in the Women’s National Invitation Tournament quarterfinals Sunday night.  After defeating Troy, Tulane and Houston in the opening...

Alabama guard Brittany Davis attempts to score in the paint during Sunday's 77-71 win over the Vanderbilt Commodores on Feb. 6, 2022.

Women’s basketball selected to the WNIT, faces Troy Thursday night

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor March 17, 2022

The Crimson Tide is not done yet.  On Sunday, the WNIT selection committee announced the 64-team field for the 2022 tournament. The Alabama Crimson Tide earned an at-large bid and will face Troy University...

Women’s basketball falls in quarterfinals of SEC tournament

Women’s basketball falls in quarterfinals of SEC tournament

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor March 6, 2022

Few things have come easy for the Alabama Crimson Tide (17-13, 6-10) this conference season. The SEC women’s basketball tournament in Nashville was no different.  Alabama put out a complete team...

Davis drains 8 3-pointers as women’s basketball sweeps Vanderbilt to cap regular season

Davis drains 8 3-pointers as women’s basketball sweeps Vanderbilt to cap regular season

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 28, 2022
Alabama knocked down 14 3-pointers Sunday afternoon and defeated the Vanderbilt Commodores 77-71 during Senior Day.
Alabama guard Megan Abrams defends against LSU guard Khayla Pointer during Thursday's 58-50 loss.

Women’s basketball win streak comes to a screeching halt in Baton Rouge

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 25, 2022

The conference season has been up and down for Alabama women’s basketball. The Crimson Tide was riding a two-game win streak into Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Thursday night.   Alabama came crashing...

Women’s basketball outlasts Texas A&M Aggies in 2 OT thriller

Women’s basketball outlasts Texas A&M Aggies in 2 OT thriller

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 20, 2022
The Crimson Tide have improved to 5-9 in conference play.
Alabama head coach Kristy Curry celebrates with her team after a 74-64 upset victory over the Lady Volunteers on Feb. 17, 2022

Davis and Abrams combine for 50 points to upset Lady Vols

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 17, 2022

Neither the weather nor the Tennessee Lady Volunteers could stop the Crimson Tide.  Alabama women’s basketball upset No. 12 Tennessee 74-64 Thursday night in Coleman Coliseum. This is the Crimson...

Alabama Athletics halts plans for alcohol sales at Coleman Coliseum 

Alabama Athletics halts plans for alcohol sales at Coleman Coliseum 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 14, 2022

Alabama Athletics has halted plans to sell alcohol at Coleman Coliseum after the Tuscaloosa City Council proposed a service fee on all tickets for events where alcohol is served. The city council proposed...

Women’s basketball drops ninth conference game

Women’s basketball drops ninth conference game

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 13, 2022
The Crimson Tide cracked under the full-court pressure of the Kentucky Wildcats and fell to Kentucky 67-63 Sunday afternoon. 
Photo of Jaden Shackelford.

Fighting together was the recipe for success against the Razorbacks

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 13, 2022
Winning basketball games isn’t easy. But Alabama has made winning harder than it needs to be throughout the season. 
Alabama guard Brittany Davis attempts to score in the paint during Sunday's 77-71 win over the Vanderbilt Commodores on Feb. 6, 2022.

Women’s basketball snaps losing streak in overtime thriller against Commodores

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 6, 2022
The road woes ended for the Crimson Tide. 
Alabama Athletics announces plans for new sports arena and golf facility  

Alabama Athletics announces plans for new sports arena and golf facility  

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 4, 2022

The UA System Board of Trustees approved a proposal for a $183 million basketball arena and a $27 million golf practice facility on Thursday.  Alabama Athletic Director Greg Byrne’s proposal to the...

Alabama women’s basketball thrashed by South Carolina Gamecocks 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 4, 2022

Alabama women’s basketball suffered its eighth conference loss Wednesday night at the hands of the No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks, 74-43. After defeating Auburn 75-68, the Crimson Tide have dropped two...

Hundreds of UA student-athletes protested police brutality on Aug. 31, 2020.

Top athletes can be activists through NIL

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 2, 2022
A couple years ago, name, image and likeness was a term only a few college athletes knew.
Alabama head coach Nate Oats celebrates during a Jan. 22 game against Mizzou.

Tuscaloosa City Council approves alcohol sales at Coleman Coliseum

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 2, 2022

In a 6-1 vote on Tuesday, the Tuscaloosa City Council approved the sale of beer, wine and hard seltzers at Coleman Coliseum. The state of Alabama must grant a liquor license to Levy Premium Foodservice...

Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal celebrates after his 5-set win over Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev on Jan. 30, 2022.

Opinion | Rafael Nadal’s resilience redefined sports during COVID

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 1, 2022

After two weeks filled with deportation scandals, vaccine debates and player resurgences, the 2022 Australian Open is over.  Spanish tennis star Rafael Nadal capped off the fortnight in Melbourne with...

Alabama women’s basketball drops seventh conference game to Mizzou

Alabama women’s basketball drops seventh conference game to Mizzou

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 30, 2022
Alabama fell to the Missouri Tigers 77-61 Sunday night.
Alabama guard Britton Johnson (21) shares a moment of excitement with guard Jusaun Holt (1), forward James Rojas (33) and guard Jahvon Quinerly during Saturday's win over the Missouri Tigers.

“The most blue-collar guy:” Basketball’s Johnson takes advantage of opportunity against Mizzou

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 22, 2022

It’s not every day a walk-on gets to step on the court in a huge SEC game, but that’s what happened to Alabama guard Britton Johnson Saturday night against the Missouri Tigers.  The Mountain Brook,...

Guard JaMya Mingo-Young prepares to inbound the ball during Thursday's 99-71 loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Women’s basketball extends losing streak against Arkansas 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 20, 2022

The Crimson Tide can’t find a win.  Alabama women’s basketball fell to the Arkansas Razorbacks, 99-71, at home Thursday night in its fifth straight loss.  Alabama was once again missing a crucial...

Alabama head coach Nick Saban surveys the field before the SEC championship game on Dec. 4, 2021.

Nick Saban co-signs letter supporting voting rights legislation

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 18, 2022

Nick Saban and four other sports figures co-signed a letter to Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia last week that supported the passage of the Freedom to Vote Act.  A press release with the...

 Alabama cheer poses with the trophy following the UCA D1A all-girl competition Sunday afternoon.

Alabama cheer brings home third national title

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 18, 2022

Alabama is once again a championship school.  Alabama cheerleading won first place in the Division 1A all-girl competition at nationals on Sunday. The coed team earned first runner-up, and the dance...

Guard Megan Abrams goes for a layup during Sunday's 85-77 loss to Florida Gators.

Women’s basketball drops fourth straight to Florida Gators

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 16, 2022

Women’s basketball drops fourth straight to Florida Gators The losses are piling up for the Crimson Tide.  Alabama women’s basketball lost to the Florida Gators 85-77 at Coleman Coliseum Sunday...

Guard Brittany Davis shoots over an Ole Miss defender Thursday night.

Women’s basketball drops third straight to Ole Miss Rebels 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 14, 2022

The Crimson Tide just can’t find their rhythm.  Alabama women’s basketball dropped its third straight game to the Ole Miss Rebels, 86-56, at the Sandy and John Black Pavilion in Oxford, Mississippi,...

Alabama falls to Georgia in 2022 National Championship

Alabama falls to Georgia in 2022 National Championship

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 11, 2022

It finally happened.  No. 1 Alabama lost to the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, in the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship, 33-18. This is...

Wide receivers Jameson Williams and Ja'Corey Brooks moments before kickoff at the SEC championship game on Dec. 4, 2021.

The rematch: Alabama football prepares to defend national title against Georgia Bulldogs

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor January 7, 2022

Then there were two.  Alabama football will face the Georgia Bulldogs in the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship game on Monday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is...

Alabama football tames the Bearcats, earns National Championship bid

Alabama football tames the Bearcats, earns National Championship bid

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 31, 2021

No one ever really wants Bama.  In front of 76,313 fans in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the Alabama football team defeated the Cincinnati Bearcats, 27-6, Friday afternoon in decisive fashion....

Alabama falls to the Lady Vols in SEC opener

Alabama falls to the Lady Vols in SEC opener

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 30, 2021

All good things must come to an end.  On Thursday night, after a three-week break, Alabama women’s basketball fell to the No. 7 Tennessee Lady Vols, 62-44. The Lady Vols snapped the Crimson Tide’s...

Sports Editor’s Mailbag: Women’s basketball conference play predictions, team’s identity and recruiting 

Sports Editor’s Mailbag: Women’s basketball conference play predictions, team’s identity and recruiting 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

Alabama women’s basketball returns to action on Thursday against No. 7 Tennessee. Ahead of that matchup, Sports Editor Ashlee Woods answers your questions about all things women’s basketball. Have...

Alabama prepares for Cotton Bowl Classic against Cincinnati

Alabama prepares for Cotton Bowl Classic against Cincinnati

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

Three weeks after an empathic 41-24 win over the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC Championship, Alabama football will return to action in the Cotton Bowl Classic.  The No. 1 Crimson Tide will face the No....

Women’s basketball lands four-star guard Loyal McQueen 

Women’s basketball lands four-star guard Loyal McQueen 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 18, 2021

The Alabama women’s basketball team announced Tuesday afternoon that sophomore guard Loyal McQueen will transfer to The University of Alabama.  McQueen was previously at Georgia Tech University....

Women’s basketball routs SHSU in 800th program win

Women’s basketball routs SHSU in 800th program win

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 13, 2021

In front of an energetic crowd of 1,700 fifth graders, Alabama defeated the Sam Houston State University Bearkats 84-50 on Monday. It was the Crimson Tide’s seventh straight win and the program’s 800th...

Bryce Young wins the Heisman

Bryce Young wins the Heisman

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 11, 2021

It was another first for Alabama football.  Bryce Young is the first quarterback in program history to win the Heisman Trophy and the fourth player to win under head coach Nick Saban.  He received...

Will Anderson Jr. wins the 2021 Nagurski Trophy

Will Anderson Jr. wins the 2021 Nagurski Trophy

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 6, 2021

Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. was awarded the 2021 Bronko Nagurski Trophy.  The Football Writers Association of America and Charlotte Touchdown Club announced the honor at the Charlotte Convention...

Quarterback Bryce Young flicks a pass during Saturday's win over Georgia.

Football shocks Georgia, wins second straight SEC Championship

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 4, 2021

The underdogs taught the top dawgs how to behave.  The Alabama football team defeated the Georgia Bulldogs, 41-24, in the 2021 SEC championship game. Alabama improves to 12-1 on the season.  This...

Alabama and Georgia last faced off in the 2018 SEC Championship Game.

Alabama football prepares for clash with Georgia Bulldogs 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor December 1, 2021

The matchup college football fans have been waiting for is here.  The No. 4 Alabama football team will head to Atlanta, Georgia, on Dec. 4 to take on the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs in the 2021 SEC championship.  The...

Guard Megan Abrams celebrates after Alabama's fourth consecutive win on Nov. 30, 2021.

Women’s basketball defeats Memphis, wins fourth straight

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 30, 2021

Alabama women’s basketball showed up and showed out.  The Crimson Tide defeated the Memphis Tigers 71-44 Tuesday night. This is Alabama’s fourth straight win as the team improves to 6-2 overall.  Coming...

Alabama offensive lineman Chris Owens (79) celebrates with a group of Crimson Tide fans at Jordan-Hare Stadium on Nov. 27, 2021.

Alabama defeats Auburn in regular-season finale thriller 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 28, 2021

Not every win is going to be pretty.  Despite a lackluster performance from the Alabama offense, the Crimson Tide narrowly defeated the Auburn Tigers 24-22 in four overtimes. This was the first...

Forward Khyla Wade-Warren celebrates with her teammates following a 16-point, performance on Nov. 28, 2021 against Bethune-Cookman.

Women’s basketball routs Lady Wildcats in all-around effort

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 28, 2021

Alabama women’s basketball started its week off with a win. The Crimson Tide defeated the Bethune-Cookman Lady Wildcats 89-45 on Nov. 28. Alabama is now 5-2 this season.  Similar to its win over...

Guard Megan Abrams attempts a layup during Wednesday's win over the Mercer Bears.

Women’s basketball wins tough battle against Mercer 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 24, 2021

The women’s basketball team earned its third win of the season on Wednesday night over the Mercer Bears, 55-48. Alabama improves to 3-2 on the season.  First Quarter It was a more typical start for...

‘An icon of Alabama sports’: UA community remembers famed sports writer Cecil Hurt

‘An icon of Alabama sports’: UA community remembers famed sports writer Cecil Hurt

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 23, 2021

The Crimson Tide lost its pen.  Tuesday afternoon, longtime Tuscaloosa News sports editor and columnist Cecil Hurt died in Birmingham, Alabama, after a brief hospitalization with pneumonia. He was...

The Alabama defense huddles up during a 59-3 win over New Mexico State on Nov. 13, 2021.

Football returns to SEC action in Arkansas matchup 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 19, 2021

Alabama football returns to conference action on Saturday. The Crimson Tide will host the Arkansas Razorbacks on Nov. 20 at Bryant-Denny Stadium.  The last time the Crimson Tide took the field, the...

Guard JaMya Mingo-Young fist pumps after a basket against the Southern Mississippi Lady Eagles on Nov. 17, 2021.

Women’s basketball bounces back against USM 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 18, 2021

After falling to the Tulane Green Wave on Sunday, the Alabama women’s basketball team got back in the win column and defeated the Southern Mississippi Lady Eagles 86-54 Wednesday night. It wasn’t...

Alabama women's basketball players celebrate after a three-pointer by guard Hannah Barber to regain the lead late in the third quarter during Sunday's game.

Alabama falls in a heartbreaker to Tulane

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 14, 2021
All good things must come to an end. Alabama women’s basketball fell to the Tulane Green Wave 69-66 Sunday afternoon. The Crimson Tide are now 1-1 on the year. 
 Wide receivers Jameson Williams and Traeshon Holden celebrate during the Crimson Tide's win over NM State on Saturday.

A complete effort: Football routs New Mexico State Aggies Saturday afternoon

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 13, 2021

The Aggies did not get the best of the Crimson Tide on Saturday.  No. 3 Alabama football rolled over the New Mexico State Aggies, 59-3. Alabama maintains a perfect record at home.  During the week...

Malachi Moore and Jordan Battle strategize during the game against LSU on Saturday.

Preview | Alabama vs. New Mexico State

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 10, 2021
After a nail-biting 20-14 victory over the LSU Tigers, Alabama football will host the New Mexico State Aggies on Saturday, Nov. 13.
Guard Brittany Davis goes for two against Charleston Southern on Tuesday.

Women’s basketball routs Charleston Southern in season opener

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 9, 2021

It was not smooth sailing for the Buccaneers on Tuesday night. Alabama women’s basketball defeated Charleston Southern 109-32 in the season opener.  This was the first time the women’s team has...

Offense overcomes struggles, defense shines in win over LSU

Offense overcomes struggles, defense shines in win over LSU

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 7, 2021
Alabama became kings of the Tigers Saturday night. 
Football’s John Metchie III signs brand deal with local restaurant

Football’s John Metchie III signs brand deal with local restaurant

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 7, 2021
Alabama student-athletes have taken advantage of the brand-new name, image and likeness act in college athletics. 
JaMya Mingo-Young goes for a jumper against two UAH defenders in Thursday's exhibition.

Women’s basketball wins exhibition matchup against Alabama-Huntsville

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 4, 2021

The Alabama women’s basketball team returned to Coleman Coliseum on Thursday for a midweek exhibition matchup with the Alabama-Huntsville Chargers.  Fueled by effective shooting, bench play and defense,...

Alabama football faces LSU for primetime matchup

Alabama football faces LSU for primetime matchup

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor November 3, 2021
After a bye last Saturday, the Crimson Tide returns to action on Nov. 6. Alabama football will host the LSU Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium in the second of four straight home games for the Crimson Tide. 
Alabama teammates share a moment of stillness together before the Crimson Tide take on Mississippi State at Davis Wade Stadium on Oct. 16, 2021.

Analysis | Alabama football’s playoff chances

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 31, 2021

With just four games left in the regular season, it’s now time to think about where Alabama football will stand in the College Football Playoff.  ”We still can accomplish everything we want to...

The 2021-22 Alabama water polo team completed its second undefeated season.

Water polo makes waves in fifth season

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 26, 2021

When most people think about Alabama sports, the first thing that comes to mind is football. Not many think about water polo.  The Alabama water polo team is looking to change that.  The current...

Alabama sends the Vols packing in homecoming matchup

Alabama sends the Vols packing in homecoming matchup

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 24, 2021

Alabama navigated the rocky road and came out on top on Saturday. No. 4 Alabama football defeated the Tennessee Volunteers, 52-24, at Bryant-Denny Stadium.  The fourth Saturday in October matchup had...

Alabama prepares for homecoming game against Tennessee

Alabama prepares for homecoming game against Tennessee

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 22, 2021

If there’s a team that can bounce back from a loss, it’s Alabama.  Alabama traveled to Starkville, Mississippi, and defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 49-9 on Oct. 16. Now, the team hopes...

Wilbur Jackson was the first football player to receive a football scholarship. He played from 1971 to 1973.

Planting a Seed: Black athletes who paved the way

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 21, 2021
In recent years, some of the top athletes from Alabama athletic programs have been Black students.
Alabama's Josh Jobe and Mississippi State's Makai Polk face each other in Davis Wade Stadium on Oct. 16, 2021.

Bama teaches Bulldogs to behave in bounce-back win

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 16, 2021

After a crushing defeat at the hands of the Texas A&M Aggies, Alabama football defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs 49-9 on Saturday. The goal for this week’s game was simple: get back on track....

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young surveys the field at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 2, 2021.

Alabama looks to bounce back against MS State

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 13, 2021
Few expected the Texas A&M Aggies to defeat the Crimson Tide on Oct. 9. Now, it’s about how the team responds. 
Head coach Nick Saban walks across Kyle Field after a 41-38 loss to Texas A&M.

Alabama ends 100-game win streak in College Station

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 10, 2021

The Crimson Tide fell for the trap. Inside an electric Kyle Field, Alabama football was defeated by the Texas A&M Aggies, 41-38. The Crimson Tide falls to 5-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play.  Before...

Alabama football travels to Texas for matchup with the Aggies

Alabama football travels to Texas for matchup with the Aggies

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 6, 2021
Alabama football starts its two-game road stretch with a matchup against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on Saturday.
Bama tames the Rebels in SEC clash

Bama tames the Rebels in SEC clash

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 3, 2021

There was no rebellion at Bryant-Denny Stadium.  The Alabama football team defeated Ole Miss 42-21 Saturday afternoon. It’s not easy playing a conference opponent, especially an opponent as talented...

The unshakeable calm Of Bryce Young 

The unshakeable calm Of Bryce Young 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor October 1, 2021

It’s not easy to take the reins of a team that’s defending its national title, but Alabama quarterback Bryce Young makes it look easy.  The sophomore from Pasadena, California, has wowed fans and...

Alabama football hosts Ole Miss for conference clash

Alabama football hosts Ole Miss for conference clash

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 29, 2021
Alabama football will face the Ole Miss Rebels on Oct. 2 in Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Alabama routs Golden Eagles for historic 100th win against unranked opponents

Alabama routs Golden Eagles for historic 100th win against unranked opponents

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 26, 2021

Not all eagles can soar, and the Golden Eagles certainly did not on Saturday night.  Alabama football rolled over Southern Mississippi, 63-14. This is Alabama’s 100th consecutive win over an unranked...

Alabama football returns home for prime-time matchup against Southern Miss

Alabama football returns home for prime-time matchup against Southern Miss

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 23, 2021

Alabama football will return to Bryant-Denny Stadium for the first night game of the season. The Crimson Tide will host the University of Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles on Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m.  Some...

Alabama escapes the Gators’ jaws in Gainesville

Alabama escapes the Gators’ jaws in Gainesville

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 18, 2021

It’s not easy to wrangle gators, but someone had to do it. Alabama football defeated the No. 11 Florida Gators, 31-29, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Saturday.  Slightly Off Balance Despite some...

Alabama football travels to Gainesville for SEC Championship rematch

Alabama football travels to Gainesville for SEC Championship rematch

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 15, 2021
The Alabama football team will travel to Gainesville on Sept. 18 to play against the Florida Gators in a rematch of the 2020 SEC Championship game.
SEC Schedule. Alabama Women's Basketball 2021-22

Alabama women’s basketball announces conference schedule

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 12, 2021
The Alabama women’s basketball team announced its 2021-2022 conference schedule on Sept. 8.
Defense shines in home opener rout

Defense shines in home opener rout

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 11, 2021

Bad news for the Bears.  In front of an energetic home crowd in Bryant-Denny on Saturday, Alabama football defeated the Mercer Bears, 48-14. The Crimson Tide shined behind a spirited effort from the...

Student Media Poll. SMP Top 25.

From the Newsroom: The College Student Media Poll

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 9, 2021
Every season, journalists and coaches around the country gather to vote on who’s at the top of college football.
Football returns to Bryant-Denny for home opener

Football returns to Bryant-Denny for home opener

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 8, 2021
After a successful season opener in Atlanta, No. 1 Alabama will face the Mercer Bears for the first time since 2017. 
Tide rolls over the 'Canes in season opener

Tide rolls over the ‘Canes in season opener

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 4, 2021

New season, same dominance. On a sunny Saturday in Atlanta, Alabama and Miami renewed their old, storied rivalry after 28 years. Despite not playing against each other for a long period, some things...

Alabama women's basketball releases non-conference schedule

Alabama women’s basketball releases non-conference schedule

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 3, 2021

The Alabama women’s basketball team released its non-conference schedule, and the slate of games includes 10 home games, two away games and one neutral-site game against Duke.  Alabama head coach...

‘I did it for Luke’: Mother of late UA student urges others to get vaccinated

‘I did it for Luke’: Mother of late UA student urges others to get vaccinated

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 1, 2021
Luke Ratliff, a UA senior, superfan and beloved member of the campus community, died from COVID-19-related pneumonia on April 2, 2021. He was 23 years old. 
Chick-fil-a Kickoff Game.

Preview | Football Makes Its Long-Awaited Return

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor September 1, 2021
The long-awaited return of Alabama football will end on Saturday, Sept. 4.
Alabama linebacker suspended indefinitely for DUI 

Alabama linebacker suspended indefinitely for DUI 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor August 30, 2021

Alabama sophomore linebacker Quandarrius Robinson was arrested and charged with driving under the influence on Sunday, Aug. 29. Head Coach Nick Saban announced Monday afternoon that Robinson is suspended...

COVID - 19 Update. The Crimson White.

UA Athletics reports 90% vaccination rate

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor August 25, 2021
UA Athletic Director Greg Byrne announced on Aug. 23 that more than 90% of student-athletes, coaches and staff throughout the program have received the COVID-19 vaccine. 
Alabama hockey fights to stay on the ice

Alabama hockey fights to stay on the ice

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods and Haley Taylor August 22, 2021
As hockey has grown in popularity, so have the costs required to play high-level hockey — especially in the South, where players have to fight for every inch of ice. 
The Alabama women's wheelchair basketball team celebrates winning the NWBA Collegiate Wheelchair National Championship for the 2020-2021 season.

Alabama Adapted Athletics represents in Tokyo

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor August 18, 2021

Alabama Adapted Athletics announced on Saturday that 18 current and former student-athletes will participate in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games between Aug. 24 and Sept. 5.  Six current and 12 former...

Alabama game days are back

Alabama game days are back

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor August 18, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way sports fans around the world watched their favorite teams and athletes play. That included game days at Alabama.  Last season, the typical hot, early September...

NCAA releases COVID guidelines for fall sports

NCAA releases COVID guidelines for fall sports

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor August 5, 2021
The NCAA released its COVID-19 guidelines on Wednesday for the fall season. The guidelines apply to Tier 1 individuals, which includes student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers and others with the highest exposure.