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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

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Alabama pitcher Ben Hess is the schools fifth first-rounder in team history.

Six Alabama baseball players drafted to MLB, led by first-rounder Ben Hess

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer July 17, 2024

The 2024 MLB draft, held July 14-16, saw six current Alabama players and three signees drafted into the league. In addition, two free agents signed on Wednesday.  Alabama pitcher Ben Hess was selected...

Alabama baseball player Gage Miller (12) slides into second against Stetson at Mike Martin Field at Dick Howser Stadium in Tallahassee, FL on Saturday, Jun 1, 2024.

Alabama baseball falls to Stetson 4-0, ending season in Tallahassee Regional

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer June 1, 2024

Alabama baseball's season ended with a 4-0 loss to Stetson at the Tallahassee Regional Saturday afternoon. The defeat concluded Rob Vaughn's first season as the Crimson Tide’s head coach, with the team...

Students cheer in the student section at a home football game.

Tips and tricks for attending Alabama sports

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 31, 2024

The University of Alabama's sporting events are not just games; they are experiences steeped in tradition and passion for countless fans. Whether someone is a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the fandom,...

Alabama baseball player Justin Lebron prepares to swing against Samford at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on April 25, 2024.

Justin Lebron: The freshman phenomenon leading Alabama baseball

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 29, 2024

The 2023 Alabama baseball team had multiple key players graduate, transfer and enter the MLB draft, but it’s still putting up a competitive 2024 season. Much of this is due to the help of newcomer Justin...

Alabama softball player Riley Valentine (#17) celebrates a grand slam against Tennessee in Knoxville, TN on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

Alabama softball secures Women’s College World Series spot with win over Tennessee

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 27, 2024

Alabama softball traveled to Knoxville, Tennessee, over the weekend for the NCAA Super Regionals with a weekend series win. Despite losing the first game 3-2 on Friday, Alabama came back to win the last...

Shortstop Justin Lebron makes a play at second base against Auburn at Plainsman Park in Auburn on Thursday.

Alabama baseball faces challenges in series against Auburn, rallies in regular season finale

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 19, 2024

Alabama baseball lost its weekend series against Auburn after the Tigers narrowly won games on Thursday and Friday. Despite this setback, the Crimson Tide took Game 3 on Saturday, securing the team’s...

Alabama infielder Max Grant attempts to tag a runner from LSU out.

Alabama baseball clinches weekend series win over the LSU Tigers

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 15, 2024

The Crimson Tide baseball team won 2-1 in its final home series of the regular season against the LSU Tigers this weekend. In Game 1, LSU maintained its lead throughout the game, but Alabama's late-game...

Alabama extended its winning streak over Troy to eight straight games after edging out the Trojans 7-6.

Baseball team extends winning streak to eight straight over Troy

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer May 11, 2024

The Alabama Crimson Tide faced off against the No. 21-ranked Troy Trojans and came away with a 7-6 victory Tuesday. With the midweek game victory, the Crimson Tide now boasts a 30-18 overall record and...

A new arena is in the works for The Crimson Tide.

Opinion | Alabama’s new arena must champion environmental sustainability

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer April 17, 2024

At The University of Alabama, plans for a new arena are stirring excitement among students, faculty and University stakeholders alike. Yet, amid the intensity of construction, one critical aspect remains...

Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson (#15) celebrates during last year’s game against Chattanooga.

Beyond the starters: The rise of Alabama’s redshirt players and freshmen 

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer April 11, 2024

The A-Day scrimmage is a time for The University of Alabama’s football 2024 team to step into Bryant-Denny Stadium for the first time and play in front of a crowd. Returning players like quarterback...

Alabama womens wheelchair basketball team secures ninth national championship

Alabama women’s wheelchair basketball team secures ninth national championship

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer March 10, 2024

In a thrilling championship showdown, the Alabama women's wheelchair basketball team cemented its status as the nation's top team, clinching its fourth consecutive national title with a 75-57 win. The...

Alabama womens wheelchair basketball team dominates Arizona, advances to championship game 

Alabama women’s wheelchair basketball team dominates Arizona, advances to championship game 

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer March 9, 2024

Despite leading its conference, the Alabama women's wheelchair basketball team faced one final challenge before securing its spot in the championship game. On Friday night, the team clashed with the Arizona...

Alabama women’s hockey team in a huddle before a game.

Breaking barriers: Women’s hockey club emerges at UA

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer February 21, 2024

In a groundbreaking move for women athletics, The University of Alabama has announced the start of the women’s hockey sports club, the seventh team to join the women’s College Hockey South division....

Alabama guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (#3) defends the ball against Auburn on Feb. 18 in Coleman Coliseum.

Sarah Ashlee Barker makes history, reaching 1,000-point milestone in epic comeback

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer February 21, 2024

As the Alabama Crimson Tide women's basketball team battled its way to an exhilarating win over the weekend, one player’s achievement added an extra layer of significance to the electrifying matchup....

Alabama softball players huddle up during the game against Chipola College.

From strength to strategy: Alabama softball’s mental and physical evolution for in-season triumphs 

Callie Cassady , Contributing Writer February 15, 2024

In Alabama softball, victory is not just won on the field during the season. As players transition from the intense grind of the season to the offseason, the focus often shifts from competition to recovery...

UA cheer program take runner-up trophies in 2024 nationals

UA cheer program take runner-up trophies in 2024 nationals

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer January 19, 2024

The University of Alabama has once again shown it is an all-around competitive school.   Whether they’re cheering on the Crimson Tide basketball, football, gymnastics or volleyball programs, the...

Alabama gymnast Luisa Blanco performing her floor routine against LSU on Feb. 24, 2023, in Coleman Coliseum.

From Tuscaloosa to Paris: Luisa Blanco’s journey to Olympic gold

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer January 11, 2024

The University of Alabama is not known just for its football program. Alabama’s very own gymnast, Luisa Blanco qualified to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics for Team Colombia. This summer, she will...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) warms up before facing Auburn in the Iron Bowl on Nov. 25 in Auburn, Ala.

Battle of the quarterbacks: Predicting who will take his team to victory in the SEC championship

Callie Cassady, Contributing Writer November 29, 2023

After 31 years of the 14-team SEC, the final football championship before Texas and Oklahoma join the conference will be held between No. 1 Georgia and No. 8 Alabama.   At the start of the 2023 football...

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