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‘Dixieland Delight’ and Few Masks in Sight: Reflections on sheltering at peak capacity

CW Staff March 17, 2021
Here’s what we saw at three campus storm shelters
CW / Jacob Powell

GALLERY: Severe storms hit Tuscaloosa County

CW Staff March 17, 2021

Students took cover in on-campus shelters on March 17, 2021 after the National Weather Service issued a tornado warning. Tornadoes in the county damaged areas in Moundville and in the south end of Tuscaloosa.

CW / Hannah Saad

Freshman running back reportedly out for season

CW Staff August 10, 2019
Alabama freshman running back Trey Sanders suffered a foot injury on the last play of the team's practice on Thursday and will miss the entire season, according to a report from AL.com's Matt Zenitz.
By Hannah Saad

Four-star running back upholds commitment, signs with Crimson Tide

CW Staff February 6, 2019
Running back Keilan Robinson, from St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C., stood by his commitment to Alabama on Wednesday, joining the Crimson Tide as the team’s 27th signee of the 2019 recruiting cycle.
By Grant Nicholls

Alabama signs four-star defensive tackle from Louisiana

CW Staff February 6, 2019
Alabama football scored another recruiting win over LSU on National Signing Day, as four-star defensive lineman Ishmael Sopsher from Amite, Louisiana chose the Crimson Tide over his home-state Tigers.
By Hannah Saad

Four-star defensive lineman signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 6, 2019
Alabama landed its first signing of National Signing Day early Wednesday morning when four-star defensive tackle Byron Young signed his letter of intent. Young is the team’s 25th overall signing for the 2019 recruiting cycle, joining the 24 who signed in December.
CW/ Jake Arthur

Student cyclist injured in accident with University golf cart

CW Staff October 16, 2018
A student was injured around 9:10 a.m. during a collision with a golf cart driven by a University of Alabama employee according to an emailed statement from Chris Bryant, assistant director for the office of media relations.

Year in Review: Sports

CW Staff April 26, 2018

Tua Tagovailoa comes off of the bench to lead Alabama to its 17th national championship  By Matthew Speakman Alabama trailed 13-0 heading into halftime against Georgia in the College Football Playoff...

Year in Review: Culture

CW Staff April 26, 2018

The 2017-2018 school year was one for the books. The Tuscaloosa and UA communities flourished in terms of art, theatre, music and film, and The Crimson White's culture desk was on the ground reporting...

Year in Review: News

CW Staff April 26, 2018

VP for diversity, equity and inclusion discusses goals for UA 09/11/17 By Camille Studebaker G. Christine Taylor filled the University’s inaugural position, vice president and associate provost for diversity,...

UPDATE: Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle signs with Alabama

UPDATE: Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Four-star wide receiver Jaylen Waddle committed to Alabama. He chose Alabama over Texas A&M and Texas. UPDATE: Waddle officially signed with Alabama. He is the fifth recruit to sign on Wednesday. Welcome...

Tight end Michael Parker signs with Alabama

Tight end Michael Parker signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Three-star tight end Michael Parker signed with Alabama on Wednesday.  Welcome TE @mwp_3 to the Alabama Football Family #NextWave #RollTide pic.twitter.com/IUzkdHVxRG— Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL)...

Linebacker Quay Walker flips commitment to Georgia

Linebacker Quay Walker flips commitment to Georgia

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Outside linebacker Quay Walker flipped his commitment from Alabama to Georgia. Walker is the third commit to flip his decision away from the Crimson Tide, joining Bobby Brown and Vernon Jackson. Walker...

UPDATE: Linebacker Jaylen Moody officially signs with Alabama

UPDATE: Linebacker Jaylen Moody officially signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Linebacker Jaylen Moody committed to Alabama on Wednesday. He chose Alabama over Arkansas, Ole Miss and Clemson. UPDATE: Moody officially signed with Alabama. He is Alabama's second official signee of...

UPDATE: Cornerback Patrick Surtain Jr. signs with Alabama

UPDATE: Cornerback Patrick Surtain Jr. signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Cornerback Patrick Surtain Jr. committed to Alabama live on ESPNU.  UPDATE: Surtain has officially signed with Alabama. He is the third player to officially sign with the Crimson Tide. Welcome DB @SurtainJr...

UPDATE: Cornerback Eddie Smith officially signs with Alabama

UPDATE: Cornerback Eddie Smith officially signs with Alabama

CW Staff February 7, 2018

Cornerback Eddie Smith commited to Alabama on Wednesday in front of Salmen High School in Louisiana. The Slidell, Louisiana native chose Alabama over Tennessee and Mississippi State. UPDATE: Smith officially...

Report: Alabama defensive line coach Karl Dunbar had a backpack containing a playbook stolen in Atlanta

Report: Alabama defensive line coach Karl Dunbar had a backpack containing a playbook stolen in Atlanta

CW Staff January 12, 2018

Two days before Alabama won its 17th national championship, defensive line coach Karl Dunbar had is backpack stolen.  First reported by  Tyisha Fernandes of WSB in Atlanta, Dunbar left his backpack...

Southern Studies 203 will be offered in spring 2018

Southern Studies 203 will be offered in spring 2018

CW Staff November 21, 2017

Southern Studies 203 will be offered in the spring 2018 semester, according to UA Media Relations. The Crimson White published an article on Wednesday, November 15 stating that the fate of Southern Studies...

Shelby Hall evacuated due to "chemical storage issue"

Shelby Hall evacuated due to “chemical storage issue”

CW Staff November 9, 2017

According to a UA Alert email sent to students, Shelby Hall is being evacuated as the result of a chemical storage issue. Students are advised to avoid the area until further notice. At approximately 5:32...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama concludes practice before LSU

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama concludes practice before LSU

CW Staff November 1, 2017

Alabama finished its media viewing week of practice inside due to the threat of rain. Notes: A Jacksonville Jaguars scout was at practice. Former quarterback John Parker Wilson was at practice. Wide receivers...

Baseball finalizes 2018 schedule

Baseball finalizes 2018 schedule

CW Staff October 25, 2017

Alabama baseball finalized its 2018 schedule on Wednesday.  The Crimson Tide starts its season with a series against Valparaiso starting on Feb. 16. It will stay at home for its first seven games before...

The Crimson White college football season predictions

The Crimson White college football season predictions

CW Staff September 1, 2017

With college football knocking on our door, The Crimson White sports staff decided to get together and give our predictions for the upcoming season. Read below how we think Alabama will fair in 2017, and...

Alabama takes on Canada in basketball

Alabama takes on Canada in basketball

CW Staff August 4, 2017

The Alabama men's basketball team is set to take on Canada in an eight day road trip. The team will make two stops, first in Montreal then in Ottawa.  It plays three games, with the first against McGill...

Alabama Football to host Fan Day

Alabama Football to host Fan Day

CW Staff August 3, 2017

Fall practice is starting for football, which means the return of football hype. The excitement starts on Saturday, when the Crimson Tide will have an open practice in Bryant-Denny Stadium from 2:30-4:30...

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Tuscaloosa County cancelled

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Tuscaloosa County cancelled

CW Staff June 23, 2017

A tornado watch has been issued for Tuscaloosa County, including The University of Alabama until 8 p.m., according to a University email.  All students, faculty and staff can seek shelter in the North...

Board of Trustees votes to increase tuition

Board of Trustees votes to increase tuition

CW Staff June 16, 2017

During Friday's meeting in Mobile, the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees voted to raise tuition costs for undergraduate, graduate and law school students at The University of Alabama, UAB...

UA student killed in pedestrian accident

UA student killed in pedestrian accident

CW Staff June 3, 2017

A University of Alabama student died after being hit by a vehicle on Interstate 30 around 11:30 p.m. Friday. Christopher Dufour, 20, was attempting to cross the interstate near Little Rock, Arkansas when...

Mayor Maddox unveils four-year city plan

Mayor Maddox unveils four-year city plan

CW Staff May 30, 2017

In the next four years, Tuscaloosa will see development projects in poverty-stricken areas and construction overhauls, according to a plan released by Mayor Walt Maddox on May 23.A large portion of the...

Bryant Museum to have free admission Memorial Day

Bryant Museum to have free admission Memorial Day

CW Staff May 29, 2017

In honor of Memorial Day, the Paul W. Bryant Museum will offer free admission to attendees on Monday, May 29.  The museum, home to the history of legendary Alabama coach Paul W. "Bear" Bryant, is a...

UPDATED: One shot in parking lot, suspect arrested

UPDATED: One shot in parking lot, suspect arrested

CW Staff May 7, 2017

UAPD responded to reports of one person being shot in the parking lot near 7th Avenue and Bryant Drive at around 3 a.m. Sunday, according to an email from the University.UA sent an updated email at 3:41...

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Tuscaloosa County cancelled

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Tuscaloosa County cancelled

CW Staff April 30, 2017

A tornado watch has been issued for The University of Alabama and Tuscaloosa County until 7 p.m., according to an email from the University.All students, faculty and staff can seek shelter in the North...

Haunted Tuscaloosa offers tour dates this A-Day weekend

Haunted Tuscaloosa offers tour dates this A-Day weekend

CW Staff April 20, 2017

October is prime time for ghosts, spirits and things that go bump in the night, but haunted spots don't stop being haunted the other 11 months of the year. Haunted Tuscaloosa Tours have announced two...

SGA election plagued by low turnout

SGA election plagued by low turnout

Peyton Shepard March 23, 2017

Voter participation in SGA is still struggling to regain its footing after almost a decade of low turnout. Less than 15,000 of the University's nearly 37,665 students participated in the 2017 SGA Election,...

Roth campaign receives blackout among other sanctions

Roth campaign receives blackout among other sanctions

CW Staff March 3, 2017

The Elections Board has found Lillian Roth guilty of posting campaign related material to her personal Instagram page, which constitutes as an intermediate violation of Article III. Section 2F. x. in...

Hunter appeals Elections Board ruling

Hunter appeals Elections Board ruling

Peyton Shepard March 1, 2017

After the Elections Board found him guilty of three ethics violations, SGA presidential candidate Jared Hunter on Wednesday appealed the Tuesday ruling that has suspended his campaign activity. In an emailed...

Alabama announces hiring of special teams coordinator and tight end coach

CW Staff February 20, 2017

On Monday, Alabama coach Nick Saban announced a familiar face, Joe Pannunzio, will join the coaching staff as the Crimson Tide’s special teams coordinator and tight ends coach. He served as Alabama’s...

Alabama announces hiring of Brian Daboll as offensive coordinator

CW Staff February 20, 2017

On Monday, Alabama coach Nick Saban officially ended the search to replace former Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian when he announced the hiring of former Patriot’s assistant Brian Daboll....

Reports: Offensive lineman arrested

CW Staff February 13, 2017

According to multiple reports, offensive lineman Lester Cotton was arrested on Friday for possession of marijuana. He was later charged and released on bond.Cotton started the opener against Southern...

Jonathan Allen joins teammates as Maxwell, Bednarik semifinalists

Jonathan Allen joins teammates as Maxwell, Bednarik semifinalists

CW Staff October 31, 2016

On Monday afternoon, defensive lineman Jonathan Allen and quarterback Jalen Hurts were announced as semifinalists for the Maxwell Trophy, which is an award given to the nation's best player. Eighteen players...

JK Scott in contention for Ray Guy Award

JK Scott in contention for Ray Guy Award

CW Staff October 31, 2016

On Monday, JK Scott was announced as one of 66 candidates for the Ray Guy Award given to the nation's best punter. Scott will have to wait until Nov. 11 to find out if he is one of 10 semifinalists.  Scott...

Two Alabama linebackers named semifinalists for Butkus Award

Two Alabama linebackers named semifinalists for Butkus Award

CW Staff October 31, 2016

On Monday, linebackers Ryan Anderson and Reuben Foster were announced as semifinalists for the Butkus award, which is given to the nation's top college linebacker each season. The list includes 12 linebackers...

Coaches select Mack Wilson, Jonathan Allen and others as players of the week after victory over Aggies

Coaches select Mack Wilson, Jonathan Allen and others as players of the week after victory over Aggies

CW Staff October 24, 2016

Nine members of the Crimson Tide were named players of the week after Alabama defeated then-No. 6 Texas A&M 33-14 on Saturday.Offensive linemen Bradley Bozeman and Cam Robinson were recognized on offense...

Jonathan Allen named SEC Player of the Week after victory over the Aggies

Jonathan Allen named SEC Player of the Week after victory over the Aggies

CW Staff October 24, 2016

On Monday the South Eastern Conference recognized Alabama defensive lineman Jonathan Allen as the SEC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Crimson Tide's 33-14 victory over Texas A&M. Allen...

Students can try international food and dance at the Crimson Culture Gala

Students can try international food and dance at the Crimson Culture Gala

CW Staff October 6, 2016

This Thursday, Smith Hall will host many of the University's cultural organizations in an event called The Crimson Culture Gala.The exposition will feature the the African Student Association, the Arabic...

Students call for Parish's expulsion

Students call for Parish's expulsion

Peyton Shepard October 5, 2016

Upon the announcement of Ryan Parish's suspension from The University of Alabama for threats made in the Alabama Student Ticket Exchange Facebook group, many students have expressed concern on social media over...

UA student suspended for online threats

Peyton Shepard October 5, 2016

UA student Ryan Parish has been suspended and removed from campus for online threats of violence, according to University officials.Parish was reported to the University for issuing racially-specific threats...

Alabama linebacker charged with carrying without a permit

Alabama linebacker charged with carrying without a permit

CW Staff September 29, 2016

Early Thursday morning, Alabama linebacker Tim Williams was charged and arrested for carrying a gun without a permit, according to multiple reports. Later Thursday morning Williams took to Twitter with...

Offensive lineman found not guilty of DUI charge

CW Staff August 30, 2016

According to The Tuscaloosa News, offensive lineman Alphonse Taylor was found not guilty in regards to the DUI charge he picked up over the offseason, however, a judge has yet to rule on whether or not...

Men's basketball adds late graduate transfer

CW Staff August 29, 2016

On Monday, men's basketball coach Avery Johnson announced the addition of Southern Illinois forward Bola Olaniyan to the program for the 2016 season. He is the second graduate transfer, alongside Morehead...

O'Henry's Coffees to open in downtown Tuscaloosa

O'Henry's Coffees to open in downtown Tuscaloosa

Peyton Shepard August 24, 2016

For those looking for a less commercial place to buy and drink coffee, a new business coming to Tuscaloosa could fill that caffeine gap.O'Henry's Coffees will open a new location in a new downtown development,...

“Carpe Diem”: Words of wisdom from Dr. Witt

Peyton Shepard August 22, 2016

Chancellor Robert E. Witt announced in 2015 that he would be stepping down on August 15, 2016. Witt served as the chancellor of the UA System for 3 years, after serving as the University's president since...

Dierks Bentley to play Tuscaloosa Amphitheater in October

Dierks Bentley to play Tuscaloosa Amphitheater in October

Peyton Shepard August 22, 2016

Dierks Bentley is bringing his Somewhere on a Beach tour to Tuscaloosa in October, according to local radio station 95.3 The Bear.The concert was announced this morning on The Steve Shannon Morning Show....

Letter from the Editor: Telling stories since 1894

Letter from the Editor: Telling stories since 1894

Peyton Shepard August 18, 2016

It's been a rough couple of months in the world of journalism. Throughout the tumultuous political hell-fest that has been this election year, a lot has been said of the omnipotent presence of the collective...

Alabama alum Kirani James earns silver medal in Rio

CW Staff August 14, 2016

By CW StaffOn Sunday, Alabama alum and former Alabama track star Kirani James finished the 400m with a time of 43.76 seconds to earn a silver medal in the 2016 Olympic Games taking place in Rio. James...

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama gets final practice in before Fan Day

PRACTICE REPORT: Alabama gets final practice in before Fan Day

CW Staff August 6, 2016

On Sunday, fans will have a chance to come out and watch the Crimson Tide's open practice from 2:30 until approximately 4:30 p.m., but the Crimson Tide had work to do Saturday afternoon before the players...

Former men's basketball players reunite in Italian professional league

Former men's basketball players reunite in Italian professional league

CW Staff August 4, 2016

Two former Alabama men's basketball players. Levi Randolph and Retin Obasohan signed professional contracts that will reunite the duo in Italy to compete in Italy's Serie A (first division) with S.S....

Future College Football Playoff semifinals moved to weekends

CW Staff July 28, 2016

After much public criticism and a significant drop in ratings, Executive Director of the College Football Playoff, Bill Hancock announced on Thursday that the semifinals will no longer be played on New...

Sloss music festival showcases local and national artists

Sloss music festival showcases local and national artists

Peyton Shepard July 20, 2016

As Sloss Music and Arts Festival made its second appearance in Birmingham, attendees were well prepared for the same hot temperatures it faced last year. What they weren't prepared for was Sunday's brief...

Metal arts program thrives in Birmingham

Metal arts program thrives in Birmingham

Peyton Shepard July 20, 2016

At the hottest point of Sloss Fest 2016 in Birmingham, Alabama, it was nearly 98 degrees. Multiply that by a factor of nearly 300 and you’d have the temperature that it takes to melt the iron that made...

Highlights from the second half of SEC Media Days 2016

CW Staff July 17, 2016

A lot happened in the span of four days as coaches addressed the media before the start of fall camp. A brief recap of the first two days can be read here, and highlights from days three and four are below. Highlights:Coach...

Taylor arrested, charged for DUI

CW Staff July 17, 2016

Alabama offensive lineman Alphonse Taylor was arrested on Sunday for driving under the influence by the Tuscaloosa Police Department. His bond was set at $1,000. In 2015 Taylor started at right guard...

Alabama honored as preseason favorite to secure SEC title

CW Staff July 15, 2016

On Thursday members of the media selected the Crimson Tide to leave Atlanta victorious for the third season in a row. Neither vote that determined the division winners was close with Alabama finishing...

Alabama well represented on Preseason All-SEC Team

CW Staff July 15, 2016

On Friday the Preseason All-SEC Team, as voted by members of the media, was released, and the Crimson Tide led all schools with 13 total selections. LSU (10), Tennessee (9) and Florida (8) followed with...

Wrapping up the first half of the 2016 SEC Media Days

CW Staff July 12, 2016

The 2016 SEC Media Days are halfway over, and a lot has been discussed to this point.Here’s the highlights:Commissioner Greg Sankey took time to recognize the debt the SEC owes to Pat Summitt and the...

Graduation Rates increase in Tuscaloosa

CW Staff June 29, 2016

Graduation rates across the Tuscaloosa County School system are on the rise according to the school system’s assessment and accountability department. On Thursday, June 23, Gwen Harper and Cheryl Wallace...

Alabama track and field duo receive Academic All-America honors

Alabama track and field duo receive Academic All-America honors

CW Staff June 29, 2016

On Friday, Alabama announced that Alex Gholston and Quanesha Burks would represent the women's track and field team on the 2016 CoSIDA Academic All-America Track & Field/Cross Country team. Gholston claimed...

Former Alabama basketball players get chance with NBA teams

Former Alabama basketball players get chance with NBA teams

CW Staff June 29, 2016

Former Alabama men's basketball player Retin Obasohan dreams of playing in the NBA aren't over yet. The Sacramento Kings signed Obasohan to compete in the 2016 Las Vegas NBA Summer League. He led Alabama...

Chancellor Witt to join Honors faculty in 2017

CW Staff June 25, 2016

University of Alabama System Chancellor Robert Witt will work as a part-time faculty member in the Honors College beginning in 2017, said Alicia Browne, director of college relations for the Honors College."We...

Women's tennis adds top Big 12 performer

Women's tennis adds top Big 12 performer

CW Staff June 22, 2016

On Monday, coach Jenny Mainz announced the addition of Second Team All-Big 12 women's tennis player, Smith Hinton, to her program. Smith, a junior,  transfers after winning 10 matches in singles play...

Soccer picks up MAC standout for 2016 season

Soccer picks up MAC standout for 2016 season

CW Staff June 22, 2016

It's no secret that coach Wes Hart wanted to see more goals in his first season as the head of the soccer program. Those problems might be behind Alabama now with the transfer of Mid-American Conference...

Bill Battle to undergo treatment for multiple myeloma

Bill Battle to undergo treatment for multiple myeloma

CW Staff June 21, 2016

On Tuesday morning Director of Athletics Bill Battle announced that he will undergo stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma, a form of cancer that Battle has been dealing with privately since his...

District attorney refuses to prosecute against Cam Robinson and Laurence “Hootie” Jones

CW Staff June 20, 2016

Cam Robinson and teammate Laurence "Hootie" Jones were arrested in their home state of Louisiana one month ago, but the two received some good news on Tuesday when District Attorney Jerry Jones refused...

UA professor involved in Texas Tech Title IX investigation

UA professor involved in Texas Tech Title IX investigation

Peyton Shepard June 7, 2016

UA professor Franco Parisi is now at the center of a Title IX investigation launched against Lance Nail, a former dean of the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University, according to a report from...

Gaspard resigns as head baseball coach

CW Staff May 30, 2016

On Monday, Alabama Director of Athletics, Bill Battle, announced the resignation of head baseball coach, Mitch Gaspard. The baseball team finished with a 234-193 overall record in Gaspard's seven seasons...

Bonner named provost at Mississippi State

CW Staff May 19, 2016

Former-UA president Judy Bonner has been named provost of Mississippi State University, according to a report by The Tuscaloosa News.Bonner left her position as president of The University of Alabama in...

Robinson and Jones arrested during break

CW Staff May 17, 2016

On Tuesday morning Cam Robinson and Laurence "Hootie" Jones were arrested in their home state of Louisiana. The arresting officer's statement published by AL.com said he detected the smell of marijuana...

Recapping what Alabama players went where in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft

Recapping what Alabama players went where in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft

CW Staff April 29, 2016

The first round wasn't as kind to Alabama as many expected, but the Crimson Tide was well represented in the second round as five players joined first round pick Ryan Kelly in the NFL.Here's how the...

Kelly drafted 18th overall

Kelly drafted 18th overall

CW Staff April 28, 2016

On Thursday, center Ryan Kelly was drafted 18th overall by the Indianapolis Colts. Despite numerous projections suggesting Alabama could see as many as three or four players selected in the first round...

A vision in progress: Looking back at Tuscaloosa's plans post April 27, 2011

Peyton Shepard April 27, 2016

Only 48 hours after the April 27, 2011, tornadoes that blew through his hometown, Tuscaloosa mayor Walt Maddox was told two things by the FEMA director assigned to the city – first, that the average...

One Last Time: A look back at 2015-16 in stories

One Last Time: A look back at 2015-16 in stories

CW Staff April 21, 2016

It's been a long year. We've seen a lot of trends over the last year (remember hoverboards?) with a couple national championships (or a 16th). Here's a month-by-month look at some of our favorite stories:August...

Softball takes series at No. 16 Texas A&M

CW Staff April 17, 2016

No. 4 Alabama softball scored eight in the first two games at No. 16 Texas A&M to take the series before dropping the final game in five innings.On Friday night, seven of Alabama's eight runs came from...

Haylie McCleney selected 13th overall in NPF Draft

Haylie McCleney selected 13th overall in NPF Draft

CW Staff April 14, 2016

Senior centerfielder Haylie McCleney was selected 13th overall by the USSSA Pride in the National Pro Fastpitch Draft on Thursday night.McCleney is the 11th Alabama softball player to be drafted and first...

Updated policies for Right Field inside Sewell-Thomas Stadium announced

CW Staff April 13, 2016

On Wednesday, the University of Alabama released updated policies for the Right Field Terrace area inside of Sewell-Thomas Stadium. Only personal coolers will be permitted inside the stadium. Patrons...

Alabama announces Pelphrey as new associate head men's basketball coach

CW Staff April 13, 2016

On Wednesday, Alabama announced former Arkansas coach John Pelphrey would replace Scott Pospichal as the associate head men's basketball coach. “I am very excited to welcome coach John Pelphrey, his...

No. 4 Alabama beats Southern Miss 7-1 on the road

CW Staff April 12, 2016

No. 4 Alabama softball won its sixth-straight game Tuesday. The Crimson Tide beat Southern Miss 7-1 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.Alabama scored seven runs on four hits. Only two of the runs were earned....

John Oliver takes aim at Robert Bentley scandal

John Oliver takes aim at Robert Bentley scandal

CW Staff April 11, 2016

Since launching "Last Week Tonight" on HBO, comedian John Oliver has taken on FIFA, Donald Trump, prison reform, the NCAA and dozens of other controversial issues. On last night's episode, the former "Daily...

Saban supports You're Not Alone campaign on campus

CW Staff April 7, 2016

Select Greek organizations at the University of Alabama created You’re Not Alone, a campaign aiming to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.Alpha Chi Omega, Kappa Alpha Theta, Alpha...

Talley earns weekly honors from SEC

CW Staff April 7, 2016

On Wednesday, the SEC recognized senior Emma Talley as the SEC Women's Golfer of the Week alongside Georgia's Harang Lee.Talley earned the honor for her play in the Liz Murphey Collegiate Classic where...

Obasohan, McCleney nominated for post-graduate scholarship

CW Staff April 7, 2016

Alabama men's basketball's Retin Obasohan and softball's Haylie McCleney were nominated by the University for the H. Boyd McWhorter Scholar-Athlete Post-Graduate Scholarship.The scholarship is presented...

Obasohan to take part in Portsmouth Invitational

Obasohan to take part in Portsmouth Invitational

CW Staff April 6, 2016

Former Alabama basketball player Retin Obasohan will take part in the 2016 Portsmouth Invitational, a four-day 12 game tournament that provides 64 seniors from NCAA programs with an opportunity to compete...

SEC recognizes Alabama swimmers

CW Staff April 6, 2016

On Wednesday the SEC recognized a pair of Alabama swimmers. Laurent Bams was named the SEC Male Freshman Swimmer of the Year. He scored for the Crimson Tide in two individual events and two relays as...

Littlejohn earns national honors

CW Staff April 6, 2016

Junior right-hander Sydney Littlejohn (14-2) picked up two national honors when she was named the Louisville Slugger/NFCA National Pitcher of the Week on Tuesday and the ESPNW Player of the Week.She is...

Offensive lineman Petitbon injured during Saturday's scrimmage

CW Staff April 5, 2016

Alabama football coach Nick Saban announced Tuesday morning that offensive lineman Richie Petitbon is injured, but is in the process of recovering. “Richie Petitbon suffered a knee injury during Saturday’s...

Littlejohn, Dykes earn SEC weekly honors

CW Staff April 5, 2016

Junior right-hander Sydney Littlejohn (14-2) was named the SEC Pitcher of the Week following her three wins over ranked opponents. She secured the series win over Missouri before holding No. 1 Florida...

Brown reportedly facing NCAA suspension

CW Staff April 3, 2016

The University of Alabama is reportedly appealing a suspension the NCAA handed down to defensive back Tony Brown, according to the Tuscaloosa News.On Dec. 30 coach Nick Saban released a statement after Brown...

Former Alabama quarterbacks to return for A-Day

Former Alabama quarterbacks to return for A-Day

CW Staff April 1, 2016

Three former Alabama quarterbacks will return to Bryant-Denny Stadium for an A-Day skills competiton, the University announced Friday. Jake Coker, Blake Sims and John Parker Wilson will participate in...

Softball games rescheduled for inclement weather

Softball games rescheduled for inclement weather

CW Staff March 25, 2016

Because of forecasted inclement weather, Alabama softball's home series against Missouri has been rescheduled. Sunday's game has been cancelled, replaced by a double-header on Saturday, beginning at 2...

Nick Saban named to Fortune list

Nick Saban named to Fortune list

CW Staff March 24, 2016

Alabama coach Nick Saban was named to Fortune's World's Greatest Leaders list Thursday following his fifth national title win and fourth at Alabama in January.Saban comes in at No. 11 on the list and...

Softball starts 4-game home stand with midweek matchup

CW Staff March 22, 2016

Over spring break, Alabama softball played eight games away from Rhoads Stadium. On Tuesday, the team starts a four-game home stand. After getting shelled by then-No. 4 LSU last Sunday, sophomore right-hander...