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Keith Holcombe stays with baseball

Keith Holcombe stays with baseball

Cody Estremera March 26, 2018

For the last three years, Keith Holcombe has jumped straight from the national championship into baseball mode. The first two years, he played the first weeks of the season before returning to football...

Baseball swept by Tennessee

Baseball swept by Tennessee

Cody Estremera March 25, 2018

Alabama baseball was swept by Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee after losing both games of the Sunday double header. Alabama lost the first game 2-1 and was shut out 3-0 in the final game of the series....

Alabama gymnastics finishes second at SEC Championships

Alabama gymnastics finishes second at SEC Championships

Ben Stansell March 25, 2018

Alabama gymnastics scored a 196.975 to take second place at the Southeastern Conference Championships on Saturday night in St. Louis, Missouri. In placing second, the Crimson Tide recorded its 20th consecutive...

Alabama's pitching is battle tested before Tennessee

Alabama’s pitching is battle tested before Tennessee

Cody Estremera March 23, 2018

Alabama’s pitching was considered its weak link to start the season. Through 22 games, it has been consistent, allowing just 3.5 runs per game, including four shutouts.  The bullpen has come up big,...

Alabama gymnastics still searching for 'lights out' performance ahead of SEC Championships

Alabama gymnastics still searching for ‘lights out’ performance ahead of SEC Championships

Ben Stansell March 23, 2018

Throughout the course of this season, Alabama’s gymnastics team has been on the cusp of a breakthrough performance. The Crimson Tide’s gymnasts has posted high schools in certain events. The only problem...

Alabama men's wheelchair basketball claims second national championship

Alabama men’s wheelchair basketball claims second national championship

Ben Stansell March 22, 2018

Only eight minutes into the first half of the Men’s Wheelchair Basketball National Championship, Alabama found itself in a difficult–yet familiar–situation. The Crimson Tide was in a hole, down double-digits...

Keith Holcombe remains with baseball during spring practice

Keith Holcombe remains with baseball during spring practice

Cody Estremera March 20, 2018

Alabama started its spring football practice on Tuesday, and coach Nick Saban announced that red-shirt senior Keith Holcombe will sit out the spring to focus on baseball. “Keith wanted to give baseball...

Public relations students using class project to raise money for Alabama gymnast's brother

Public relations students using class project to raise money for Alabama gymnast’s brother

Ben Stansell March 19, 2018

During every meet this season, Alabama’s gymnasts have donned lime-green green ribbons in their hair to support senior gymnast Mackenzie Brannan’s brother, Brian Roberts. Roberts has been fighting...

Baseball's rally falls short against Georgia

Baseball’s rally falls short against Georgia

Cody Estremera March 18, 2018

Alabama had chances, but it failed to capitalize. It had a chance in the seventh and in the ninth, but failed to do the damage it needed, falling to Georgia 6-5 in the Sunday finale. “We’re two swings...

Gymnastics ties season-high score in vault during senior night

Gymnastics ties season-high score in vault during senior night

Ben Stansell March 17, 2018

Crimson and white confetti rained down on Alabama’s gymnasts as they embraced each other in an emotional group hug on the middle of the floor apparatus. Although the Crimson Tide had just notched a season...

Alabama gymnastics seniors embracing emotions of final home meet

Alabama gymnastics seniors embracing emotions of final home meet

Ben Stansell March 16, 2018

Kiana Winston does not consider herself emotional, but she could not stop herself from tearing up during her graduation ceremony last December. The stirring moment did not come when she walked across the...

Baseball splits Friday double header

Baseball splits Friday double header

Cody Estremera March 10, 2018

Alabama split its double header on Friday. The Crimson Tide lost its first game 3-0 against New Mexico State, while it bounced back in game two, winning 3-1.  It was a pitcher duel in the first game of...

Cody Henry leads Alabama's high powered offense

Cody Henry leads Alabama’s high powered offense

Cody Estremera March 9, 2018

Senior Cody Henry has been one of Alabama’s most dangerous hitters 13 games into the season. The first baseman is hitting .333, which is fourth among starters, and leads the team in RBIs with 17, four...

Alabama gymnastics faces Auburn in annual Elevate the Stage meet

Alabama gymnastics faces Auburn in annual Elevate the Stage meet

Ben Stansell March 9, 2018

Smiling is one of Kiana Winston’s favorite things. A smile, to Winston, is powerful. “A smile is something that you can always carry with you,” Winston said. “It can brighten up a room if you’re...

Baseball takes down its first ranked opponent of the year

Baseball takes down its first ranked opponent of the year

Cody Estremera March 7, 2018

 Alabama and Southern Miss were two of the most dangerous offenses coming into Wednesday’s game. Both teams ranked in the top-20 in batting average and in the top-15 in runs scored. But pitching was...

Bradley Bozeman gets chance to prove himself at Pro Day

Bradley Bozeman gets chance to prove himself at Pro Day

Ben Stansell March 7, 2018

Former Alabama Center Bradley Bozeman was not too upset about missing out on an invite to attend the 2018 NFL combine in Indianapolis last weekend. Bozeman knew that he would have an opportunity to prove...

High powered offenses meet in Tuscaloosa for baseball's midweek game against No. 16 Southern Miss

High powered offenses meet in Tuscaloosa for baseball’s midweek game against No. 16 Southern Miss

Cody Estremera March 7, 2018

Alabama has an experienced lineup, and its shown through the first 12 games of the season. Outfielder Walker McCleney, first baseman John Trousdale and catcher Sam Praytor are the only players who have...

Alabama baseball avoids sweep against Oklahoma

Alabama baseball avoids sweep against Oklahoma

Cody Estremera March 4, 2018

Alabama avoided a sweep against Oklahoma on Sunday with a 13-1 over the Sooners. The Crimson Tide recorded a season-high 18 hits in the win. “I’m very pleased with today’s effort; it was a good team...

Baseball loses first series of the year

Baseball loses first series of the year

Cody Estremera March 3, 2018

Coming into the series against Oklahoma, Alabama was undefeated and was extremely hot. The flight to Oklahoma cooled off the Crimson Tide, as it lost game two of the series 16-4.  The Sooners dominated...

Gymnastics overcomes last-minute changes to defeat North Carolina

Gymnastics overcomes last-minute changes to defeat North Carolina

Ben Stansell March 3, 2018

In every practice this week leading up to tonight’s meet against North Carolina, Ari Guerra was not positioned to go first on floor for Alabama. Although Guerra has led the way on floor for the past...

Alabama baseball to face first road test of the season

Alabama baseball to face first road test of the season

Cody Estremera March 2, 2018

Since he took over, coach Brad Bohannon has talked about new challenges. It started with the pitching staff, and now Alabama baseball heads on the road for its first series away from Sewell-Thomas Stadium...

Home meet against UNC begins important month of March for Alabama gymnastics

Home meet against UNC begins important month of March for Alabama gymnastics

Ben Stansell March 2, 2018

Coach Dana Duckworth loves slogans, phrases, mottos – any expression she can use as a rallying cry to motivate her team. One slogan she employs frequently is “you don’t win championships in January.”...

Peyton Ernst thriving after Alabama gave her second chance at gymnastics career

Peyton Ernst thriving after Alabama gave her second chance at gymnastics career

Ben Stansell March 1, 2018

By Ben Stansell | Staff Reporter Peyton Ernst stuck her dismount and thrust her arms skyward. She ran over to her teammates, a triumphant smile on her face, and began dishing out high fives. Ernst had...

Alabama's pitching leads it past Alabama State

Alabama’s pitching leads it past Alabama State

Cody Estremera February 28, 2018

Through nine games last year, Alabama was just 4-5, and had been swept by Oral Roberts. It was the first of eight series the Crimson Tide would get swept in that year. After defeating Alabama State 11-1,...

Alabama secures best start since 2002

Alabama secures best start since 2002

Cody Estremera February 28, 2018

Alabama scored two runs in the third inning, and never looked back, defeating Samford 13-3. The win is the eighth of the year for Alabama, tying its best start since 2002.   "It's always great to get...

Baseball sweeps Washington State in 29 hours

Baseball sweeps Washington State in 29 hours

Cody Estremera February 26, 2018

Alabama’s offense has been on full display since opening day against Valparaiso. The Crimson Tide outscored the Crusaders 34-13 in that series. Against Washington State, the Crimson Tide nearly matched...

Alabama basketball unable to overcome late-game mistakes against Arkansas

Alabama basketball unable to overcome late-game mistakes against Arkansas

Ben Stansell February 24, 2018

After the first few minutes of play, it looked like déjà vu for Alabama. Just like its previous game against Auburn, Alabama struggled out of the gate. However, the sluggish start was not the problem...

Alabama gymnastics posts season-high score in win over Auburn

Alabama gymnastics posts season-high score in win over Auburn

Ben Stansell February 24, 2018

Propelled by a season-high score, No. 7 Alabama defeated No. 16 Auburn 197.3 – 195.4 in Auburn Arena on Friday night. It is the third time that the Crimson Tide have reached a score of 197 or higher...

Alabama basketball remains focused on Arkansas despite external factors

Alabama basketball remains focused on Arkansas despite external factors

Ben Stansell February 24, 2018

A widespread FBI investigation into college basketball has been casting a cloud over the sport for quite some time. Alabama is not impervious to its reach. The Crimson Tide, however, is less focused on...

Alabama takes both games in Friday double header

Alabama takes both games in Friday double header

Cody Estremera February 23, 2018

Alabama’s offense continued standout six games into the season. The Crimson Tide totaled 20 runs in 18 innings Friday night in a double header against Washington State, winning 12-4 and 8-2. "Honestly,...

Pitching continues to be a focus for Alabama

Pitching continues to be a focus for Alabama

Cody Estremera February 23, 2018

Alabama’s pitching has been the focus since coach Brad Bohannon took over in June. So far, the staff has made tremendous strides from last year.  At this point in the season last year, Alabama walked...

Alabama uses seven pitchers to shutout Middle Tennessee

Alabama uses seven pitchers to shutout Middle Tennessee

Cody Estremera February 20, 2018

After an offensive explosion over the weekend, Alabama’s pitching staff was the story on Tuesday in its 4-0 win against Middle Tennessee.  Alabama sent out seven total pitchers, four of which didn’t...

Alabama sweeps weekend series against Valparaiso

Alabama sweeps weekend series against Valparaiso

Cody Estremera February 19, 2018

The beginning of Brad Bohannon’s head coaching career went about as well as it could have. In a series against Valparaiso, Bohannon led the Crimson Tide to its first sweep since May 5-7, 2017, when it...

Mackenzie Brannan suffers career-ending injury in practice

Mackenzie Brannan suffers career-ending injury in practice

Ben Stansell February 18, 2018

Senior Mackenzie Brannan ruptured her achilles today at practice while working on a floor routine, according to an initial diagnosis. The team will confirm Brannan’s diagnosis tomorrow morning. Brannan...

Joe Breaux's single walks off Alabama over Valparaiso

Joe Breaux’s single walks off Alabama over Valparaiso

Cody Estremera February 17, 2018

It seemed like Alabama was going to squander another opportunity with runners on base. It had runners on first and second. No outs.  Third baseman Cobie Vance popped up a bunt attempt, followed by a strikeout...

Alabama gymnastics sets season high scores in vault and bars against Kentucky

Alabama gymnastics sets season high scores in vault and bars against Kentucky

Ben Stansell February 16, 2018

On a night in which several Alabama gymnasts set career highs and the team recorded its best scores of the season on vault and uneven bars, coach Dana Duckworth was not satisfied. Duckworth always preaches...

The Brad Bohannon era starts with a win over Valparaiso

The Brad Bohannon era starts with a win over Valparaiso

Cody Estremera February 16, 2018

Heading into the fourth, Alabama was struggling with runners on base. It was 1-for-9 with runners on and 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position. The first time through the order, Valparaiso starter Jon...

Alabama baseball ready to put 2017 season in the past

Alabama baseball ready to put 2017 season in the past

Cody Estremera February 15, 2018

It’s been 261 days since the last game of Alabama baseball's dismal 2017 season. The team has done almost everything to move on from the 19-34-1 record it posted that year. The only thing left to do...

Alabama gymnastics to honor 1988 national championship team on Friday

Alabama gymnastics to honor 1988 national championship team on Friday

Ben Stansell February 15, 2018

Before the 1988 season, things were different. Instead of competing full-time in front of thousands of fans in Coleman Coliseum, the Crimson Tide split home meets between Coleman and the much smaller Foster...

Swimming takes on the SEC Championships

Swimming takes on the SEC Championships

Cody Estremera February 12, 2018

The SEC has always been a dominant conference. It was represented in four different national championships last year, with three of the events having two SEC teams playing each other for the title, proving...

Gymnastics falls at Florida despite posting season-best score

Gymnastics falls at Florida despite posting season-best score

Ben Stansell February 10, 2018

Despite posting a season-best score, No. 9 Alabama was unable to overcome No. 5 Florida in Gainesville on Friday night, losing 197.850 – 197.075. “I’m so proud of the fight this team displayed, coming...

Cobie Vance listed as preseason First Team All-SEC

Cobie Vance listed as preseason First Team All-SEC

Cody Estremera February 8, 2018

Alabama infielder Cobie Vance was named to the First Team All-SEC on Thursday. It is the first time since 2015 that a member of the Crimson Tide was named to the list. Vance has played every game since...

Lexi Graber makes the most of her opportunity

Lexi Graber makes the most of her opportunity

Ben Stansell February 8, 2018

Nicknames are ingrained in sports culture. Some are earned by athletes through their legendary play, such as Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky; others allude to an athlete’s trademark appearance, like...

Alabama gymnastics finishes strong to remain undefeated in Power of Pink meets

Alabama gymnastics finishes strong to remain undefeated in Power of Pink meets

Ben Stansell February 2, 2018

For a moment, it looked as if Alabama’s perfect record in Power of Pink meets was in jeopardy. Heading into the last rotation of the night, the Crimson Tide led the Razorbacks by less than half a point....

Alabama hosts annual Power of Pink Meet against Arkansas

Alabama hosts annual Power of Pink Meet against Arkansas

Ben Stansell February 1, 2018

In a turbulent season dominated by untimely injuries and unexpected circumstances, senior Nickie Guerrero has been a rock. Her consistency in attitude and performance has proven to be a linchpin for Alabama’s...

Baseball starts preparation for 2018 season

Baseball starts preparation for 2018 season

Cody Estremera January 29, 2018

A lot has happened since Alabama played its last game on May 20 last year, when it tied Vanderbilt 3-3. It fired its coaching staff, and brought in an Auburn assistant to be the 32nd head coach at Alabama. ...

Alabama Gymnastics prevails over Missouri despite injuries

Alabama Gymnastics prevails over Missouri despite injuries

Ben Stansell January 26, 2018

On a night filled with adversity, Alabama could have easily allowed Missouri to steal a victory in front of its home crowd in Coleman Coliseum. Instead, the Crimson Tide were able to record a 195.850 –...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama holds first practice of the spring

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama holds first practice of the spring

Cody Estremera January 26, 2018

Alabama held its first open practice of the spring on Friday. The team practiced for an hour and a half then held an inter-squad scrimmage. Notes: Catchers worked on throw downs to all three bases....

Fight like hell: Mackenzie Brannan competes for her brother

Fight like hell: Mackenzie Brannan competes for her brother

Ben Stansell January 25, 2018

When Mackenzie Brannan dismounts the uneven bars, she transforms into a blur of crimson, white and sparkles. If you look closely enough, however, a hint of green can now be discerned from Alabama’s traditional...

Alabama celebrates its fifth championship in nine years

Alabama celebrates its fifth championship in nine years

Cody Estremera January 22, 2018

Winning national championships has become a tradition in Tuscaloosa, especially since 2009, when Nick Saban led the Crimson Tide to victory for the first time since 1992. After the team's  fifth win in...

Alabama holds off Mississippi State's late comeback

Alabama holds off Mississippi State’s late comeback

Cody Estremera January 21, 2018

With 1:17 left in the game Alabama was tied with Mississippi State. Freshman John Petty threw up a three-point shot that clanged off the rim. Forward Braxton Key caught it and went up with both hands,...

Alabama gymnastics uses new motto as motivation during 2018 season

Alabama gymnastics uses new motto as motivation during 2018 season

Ben Stansell January 18, 2018

The Alabama gymnastics team's motto, “The Power of One,” has already been put to the test just weeks into the Crimson Tide’s 2018 season. The night before Alabama’s opening meet against the University...

Alabama gymnastics overcomes early set backs to defeat Georgia in first home meet

Alabama gymnastics overcomes early set backs to defeat Georgia in first home meet

Ben Stansell January 12, 2018

Despite coming out to a raucous home crowd, Alabama’s night got off to a shaky start. On vault, Alabama’s first event, sophomore Maddie Desch was penalized for an early start and freshman Lexi Graber...

Five players leave early for the NFL Draft

Five players leave early for the NFL Draft

Cody Estremera January 11, 2018

Since head coach Nick Saban took over in 2009, he has had 25 players leave the program early for the draft. He had five more make that decision this year. Defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick, defensive lineman...

Alabama gymnastics opens up home schedule with Georgia

Alabama gymnastics opens up home schedule with Georgia

Ben Stansell January 11, 2018

You can certainly say that Alabama has Georgia on its mind. When Alabama gymnastics squares off against Georgia in its first home meet of the season on Friday, it will be the third time that an Alabama...

Alabama locked down Georgia when it mattered most

Alabama locked down Georgia when it mattered most

Cody Estremera January 9, 2018

ATLANTA— With 6:52 left in the third quarter Georgia answered Alabama’s first touchdown drive, going back up 13. Then just as it had done all season, the Crimson Tide defense shut down the Bulldogs,...

Ronnie Harrison continues to grow in his maturity

Ronnie Harrison continues to grow in his maturity

Cody Estremera January 8, 2018

ATLANTA—Ever since he stepped onto the field wearing an Alabama jersey, Ronnie Harrison has been an impact player. Whether it is one of his bone crunching hits, interception or just his overall presence...

Terrell Lewis and Christian Miller step up without Anfernee Jennings

Terrell Lewis and Christian Miller step up without Anfernee Jennings

Cody Estremera January 7, 2018

ATLANTA— Alabama’s opening game against Florida State was called the greatest opener ever by some. The game wasn’t as close as some fans thought, but it started a trend for Alabama that it didn’t...

Alabama looks to slow down Georgia's SEC leading rushing attack

Alabama looks to slow down Georgia’s SEC leading rushing attack

Cody Estremera January 6, 2018

ATLANTA— The duo of Nick Chubb and Sony Michel ran for 199 yards and a touchdown against Alabama in the only time either player has faced the Crimson Tide. The stat is a little misleading, since 83 of...

Opening kickoff sets the tone for Alabama's defensive showcase

Opening kickoff sets the tone for Alabama’s defensive showcase

Cody Estremera January 2, 2018

NEW ORLEANS— Just like Robert Bailey did for Miami in the 1991 Cotton Bowl, Trevon Diggs set the tone from the very first play.  Travis Etienne took the kick off from the goal line and returned it 16...

Mack Wilson is finally healthy

Mack Wilson is finally healthy

Cody Estremera January 1, 2018

NEW ORLEANS— Linebacker injuries have been well documented for Alabama. Christian Miller, Terrell Lewis, Anfernee Jennings and Rashaan Evans all went down against Florida State. Then eight weeks later...

Third downs are a key for Alabama against Clemson

Third downs are a key for Alabama against Clemson

Cody Estremera January 1, 2018

NEW ORLEANS— In its five games away from Bryant-Denny Stadium, Alabama has struggled on third downs. The Crimson Tide is just 22 of 66 on third downs (33 percent) compared to converting about 48 percent...

Trust continues to build between Brian Daboll and the Alabama offense

Trust continues to build between Brian Daboll and the Alabama offense

Cody Estremera December 30, 2017

NEW ORLEANS—Under Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian, Alabama led the SEC in total yards, rushing yards and finished fifth in the conference in passing yards. Both left for other coaching ventures, opening...

Alabama gymnastics showcases newcomers in Crimson and White preview

Alabama gymnastics showcases newcomers in Crimson and White preview

Ben Stansell December 9, 2017

Alabama gymnastics fans got a sneak preview of this year’s squad at the Crimson and White Preview on Friday night in Coleman Coliseum. Refusing to let snowy conditions stop them, approximately 500 Alabama...

Swimmer Will Freeman hitting his stride in third year at Alabama

Swimmer Will Freeman hitting his stride in third year at Alabama

Ben Stansell December 4, 2017

If patience were worth its weight in gold, then senior swimmer Will Freeman would be a wealthy man. After struggling with inconsistent results in the pool during his first two seasons at Alabama, Freeman’s...

Jarrett Stidham dominates Alabama in Iron Bowl

Jarrett Stidham dominates Alabama in Iron Bowl

Cody Estremera November 25, 2017

   Alabama had flirted with a loss just two weeks ago at Mississippi State. The Crimson Tide was able to rally in the fourth quarter to seal the win. It fell short in its 26-14 loss to Auburn on Saturday....

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Mercer

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus Mercer

Cody Estremera November 20, 2017

Alabama's senior class ended its Bryant-Denny career with a 56-0 beatdown of Mercer. The senior class tied the NCAA football record for wins by a class, set by the 2016 Alabama seniors, with 51 wins. ...

Dylan Moses shines in Alabama's shutout win over Mercer

Dylan Moses shines in Alabama’s shutout win over Mercer

Cody Estremera November 18, 2017

Alabama’s linebacker core was beat up to say the least coming into its game against Mercer. With four linebackers out, the Crimson Tide shifted true freshman linebacker Dylan Moses from the outside to...

Career night for John Petty propels Alabama over Alabama A&M

Career night for John Petty propels Alabama over Alabama A&M

Cody Estremera November 18, 2017

After Alabama’s win over Lipscomb, freshman John Petty said he needed to be more aggressive with his shot. He delivered in Alabama’s 104-67 win over Alabama A&M. Petty hit 10 shots, all of which were...

A trio of juniors lead Alabama Cross Country to Nationals

A trio of juniors lead Alabama Cross Country to Nationals

Ben Stansell November 16, 2017

Vincent Kiprop, Gilbert Kigen and Alfred Chelanga are practically inseparable. The three junior cross country runners live together, eat together and most importantly, run together. Therefore, it came...

Keith Holcombe fills in at linebacker

Keith Holcombe fills in at linebacker

Cody Estremera November 16, 2017

In Alabama’s opener against Florida State, will linebacker Rashaan Evans went down with a groin injury. Alabama turned to Keith Holcombe, and he delivered.  After Evans’ injury Holcombe came up with...

UA community encouraged to donate blood at Beat Auburn Blood Drive

UA community encouraged to donate blood at Beat Auburn Blood Drive

Ben Stansell November 13, 2017

University of Alabama students and faculty have the power to help saves lives by participating in the annual American Red Cross “Beat Auburn” Blood Drive. The American Red Cross has partnered with...

Alabama's offense made the plays when it mattered most

Alabama’s offense made the plays when it mattered most

Cody Estremera November 12, 2017

After trailing for most of the game Alabama had a chance to take the lead late in the fourth quarter. Alabama started with the ball on its own 33-yard line with 1:09 left, tied at 24.  After scrambling...

Alabama soccer prepares for its third NCAA Tournament appearance

Alabama soccer prepares for its third NCAA Tournament appearance

Ben Stansell November 9, 2017

Alabama’s soccer team made history on Monday by becoming the third group to earn a bid to the NCAA Tournament in program history, but the Crimson Tide’s players are not satisfied yet. Although they’ve...

Alabama looks for leadership on defense after Shaun Dion Hamilton injury

Alabama looks for leadership on defense after Shaun Dion Hamilton injury

Cody Estremera November 9, 2017

For what felt like the 10th time of the night, Bryant Denny Stadium was silent as another Alabama player was on the turf in pain. This time it was Shaun Dion Hamilton.  Hamilton knew the problem immediately,...

Depleted Alabama defense faces strong test in dual-threat quarterback Nick Fitzgerald

Depleted Alabama defense faces strong test in dual-threat quarterback Nick Fitzgerald

Ben Stansell November 9, 2017

A battle will be waged this Saturday between Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald and Alabama’s rushing defense. Standing 6-foot-5, 230 pounds, Fitzgerald possesses a blend of breakaway speed...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Mississippi State preparation

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Mississippi State preparation

Cody Estremera November 7, 2017

Alabama continued its prep work for Mississippi State on Tuesday. Notes: Cornerback Minkah Fitzpatrick continued to be a full participant at practice after injuring his hamstring on Saturday. He wasn't...

Soccer earns third NCAA tournament bid in program history

Soccer earns third NCAA tournament bid in program history

Ben Stansell November 7, 2017

Alabama soccer earned a bid to the NCAA Tournament for the third time in program history on Monday. The Crimson Tide are slated to face off against the Clemson Tigers on the road on Nov. 10 in the first...

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus LSU

Rolling with the Tide: Alabama versus LSU

Cody Estremera November 6, 2017

Since the "Game of the Century" back in 2011, Alabama has dominated the season series against LSU. Alabama continued its winning streak against the Tigers on Saturday with its 24-10 win. Player of the...

Alabama is poised to make the NCAA tournament

Alabama is poised to make the NCAA tournament

Ben Stansell November 5, 2017

After amassing an impressive resume on the field this season, Alabama is poised to be selected as one of 64 teams to compete in the 2017 NCAA women’s soccer championship tournament. If the Crimson Tide...

Alabama's defense overcomes injuries to defeat LSU

Alabama’s defense overcomes injuries to defeat LSU

Cody Estremera November 5, 2017

Ever since playing Florida State, Alabama has been beat up, especially on defense. It lost linebackers Christian Miller and Terrell Hall for the season, while Rashaan Evans and Anfernee Jennings missed...

Alabama defense prepares LSU's 'eye candy' offense

Alabama defense prepares LSU’s ‘eye candy’ offense

Ben Stansell November 2, 2017

Known for his ability to conjure up exotic pre-snap shifts and uncommon formations, LSU offensive coordinator Matt Canada will attempt to distract and discombobulate Alabama’s dominant defensive unit...

Alabama looking for answers for problematic punt returns

Alabama looking for answers for problematic punt returns

Cody Estremera November 2, 2017

Punt returns became a problem for Alabama starting in its 41-9 win over Arkansas. Alabama built up a 21-0 lead over the Razorbacks in the first quarter before punt problems started.  After a 22-yard drive,...

Alabama falls one spot in the first CFB Rankings

Alabama falls one spot in the first CFB Rankings

Cody Estremera November 2, 2017

For the first time this season, Alabama isn’t the No. 1 team in the country. The College Football rankings came out on Tuesday, for the first time this season, when the 13-person committee ranked Georgia...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues to prepare for LSU

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues to prepare for LSU

Cody Estremera October 31, 2017

Alabama football continued its LSU preparation on Tuesday. The Crimson Tide, coming off a bye week, brought back a couple of key members. Notes: Da'Shawn Hand was back at practice after a knee injury kept...

Alabama puts winning streak on the line vs Ole Miss

Alabama puts winning streak on the line vs Ole Miss

Ben Stansell October 26, 2017

Two weeks ago, Alabama’s season outlook was turning bleak. The Crimson Tide had just been dealt its fifth SEC loss of the season by in-state rival Auburn, landing it near the bottom in the conference...

PRACTICE REPORT: Da'Shawn Hand returns to practice

PRACTICE REPORT: Da’Shawn Hand returns to practice

Cody Estremera October 24, 2017

With its bye week coming up, Alabama held its first media viewing session on Tuesday. The biggest news was Da'Shawn Hand was at practice for the first time since the Ole Miss game. Notes: Hand was at practice...

Alabama holds off Missouri in overtime

Alabama holds off Missouri in overtime

Ben Stansell October 22, 2017

Even with the pressure of SEC tournament implications weighing on her shoulders, junior Abbie Boswell was calm and collected as she sunk a penalty kick in the back of the net to secure Alabama a 3-2 victory...

Light them up: Alabama’s offense terrorizes the Volunteers in the second half

Cody Estremera October 21, 2017

Light them up. Not just the cigars, but the Tennessee defense.  Alabama was a terror in the second half of its 45-7 win over Tennessee, accounting for 352 yards outgaining its first half total by over...

Alabama keeps its SEC tournament hopes alive with a win over Arkansas

Alabama keeps its SEC tournament hopes alive with a win over Arkansas

Ben Stansell October 20, 2017

Alabama soccer notched its second straight SEC win with a 1-0 road victory over Arkansas on Thursday night. With her critical goal in the 74th minute of action, coming off an assist from junior Emma Welch,...

Josh Jacobs is back and making an impact

Josh Jacobs is back and making an impact

Cody Estremera October 19, 2017

Alabama’s running game has been one of the best in the SEC for the last couple of years. Nothing has changed this year as the Crimson Tide is the No. 1 rushing team in the SEC and the No. 3 rushing attack...

Running wild: Alabama looks to stop John Kelly

Running wild: Alabama looks to stop John Kelly

Ben Stansell October 19, 2017

Alabama’s top-ranked rushing defense will face its most formidable challenge so far this season in Saturday’s clash with Tennessee running back John Kelly, who is amassing more notoriety with each...

Senior Tide soccer players create lasting legacy

Senior Tide soccer players create lasting legacy

Ben Stansell October 19, 2017

When the curtain finally closes on her Alabama soccer career, Celia Jimenez Delgado will not gaze back in wistful reflection. Instead, Delgado will look back on the legacy left by her and other members...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Tennessee preparation

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama continues Tennessee preparation

Cody Estremera October 17, 2017

Alabama has never lost to Tennessee since head coach Nick Saban took over the program. The Crimson Tide looks to tie its longest winning streak over the Volunteers on Saturday. Here is what happened on...

Alabama wins its first SEC game of the year

Alabama wins its first SEC game of the year

Ben Stansell October 15, 2017

By the time the ball hit the back of the net, Alabama’s bench was cleared. All of the players had already taken flight, sprinting towards the opposing team’s goal with shouts of jubilation. At the...

Experienced Hailey Brohaugh silently makes big impact on Alabama

Experienced Hailey Brohaugh silently makes big impact on Alabama

Ben Stansell October 15, 2017

At Alabama’s senior night on Sunday, the Crimson Tide’s veteran players will be honored before they play the last few games of their collegiate careers, starting with Mississippi State. For Hailey...

Alabama defense maintains pressure throughout against Arkansas

Alabama defense maintains pressure throughout against Arkansas

Cody Estremera October 14, 2017

After the Crimson Tide defeated Texas A&M, the defense felt like it needed to prove itself.   “We were very disappointed,” linebacker Rahsaan Evans said last week after the win. “To be honest,...

A slimmer Damien Harris blazes past defenders

A slimmer Damien Harris blazes past defenders

Ben Stansell October 12, 2017

When running back Damien Harris broke free in the first quarter of Alabama’s 27-19 win against Texas A&M last Saturday, he was determined not to get caught from behind.  The run against Texas A&M became...

Matt Womack shines in first starting season

Matt Womack shines in first starting season

Cody Estremera October 12, 2017

Alabama opened its season against No. 3 Florida State, and for Matt Womack it was his first career start. If that wasn't enough pressure, Alabama’s first play of the season was a run to the right, right...

Alabama falls to Auburn 4-2

Alabama falls to Auburn 4-2

Ben Stansell October 11, 2017

 A thrilling second half comeback led by forward Abbie Boswell was not enough for Alabama to defeat Auburn in Tuesday night’s Iron Bowl of Soccer, as the Crimson Tide fell to the Tigers 4-2 in the latest...