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Alabama Guard Zaay Green (#14) driving against Georgia State at Coleman Coliseum in , on Monday, Dec 2, 2024.

Green and Cody log double-doubles as Alabama dominates Georgia State 98-49

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

The No. 19 Alabama women’s basketball team captured its ninth victory of the season, defeating Georgia State 98-49 in front of over a thousand fifth graders.  Alabama hosted the elementary schoolers...

Alabama guard Diana Collins (#20) dribbles down the court against Alabama State during the Emerald Coast Classic.

Alabama women’s basketball dominates in Emerald Coast Classic to remain undefeated

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 29, 2024

No. 23 Alabama women’s basketball returned to action this week to play in the Emerald Coast Classic in Niceville, Florida. The Crimson Tide won both games by a combined 84 points.  Monday vs. Alabama...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) signals to the crowd before the game against Oklahoma.

Alabama and Auburn set to clash in Iron Bowl with unique stakes

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 27, 2024

The 89th edition of the Iron Bowl will be the first time in nearly 15 years that the highly anticipated matchup between Alabama and Auburn will not have SEC championship implications. Alabama’s loss...

Alabama guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (#3) dribbles down the court against ULM.

Alabama women’s basketball downs ULM to capture sixth straight victory

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

Alabama women’s basketball played its first out-of-state road game on Sunday against head coach Kristy Curry’s alma mater, Louisiana Monroe, winning 75-52 to keep the winning streak alive.  “I...

Guard Zaay Green (#14) shoots against defender in Alabama's game against Norfolk State.

Alabama women’s basketball dominates in back-to-back games, improves to 5-0

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 16, 2024

The No. 22-ranked Alabama women’s basketball team played back-to-back games on Wednesday and Thursday. The Crimson Tide won both and remains undefeated.  “I think it’s hard to play back-to-back...

Alabama running back Richard Young (#9) attempts to break a tackle against LSU.

The future of Alabama football: Exploring the Crimson Tide’s backup talent ahead of Saturday’s Mercer clash

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

As LSU fans made their way to the exits toward the end of last week’s game, Alabama’s remained in their seats to watch the Crimson Tide’s backups drive down the field and add another touchdown to...

Alabama guard Zaay Green (#14) pushes down the court against a Troy defender.

Kristy Curry wins her 200th game at Alabama as women’s basketball downs Troy

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

Alabama women’s basketball defeated Troy 94-71 on Sunday, giving head coach Kristy Curry her 200th program victory. This victory adds to her career total of 509 wins. “I’m just so thankful for...

Alabama head coach Kristy Curry watches from the sideline.

Q&A with Alabama women’s basketball head coach Kristy Curry

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

Alabama women’s basketball tipped off the 2024-25 season on Monday with a 62-point victory over the University of New Orleans. The Crimson White’s Matthew Mason sat down with head coach Kristy Curry...

Guard Aliyah Nye (#32) dribbles past defenders in Alabama's game against the University of New Orleans on Monday, Nov. 4.

Aaliyah Nye leads the way in Alabama’s commanding 62-point win in season opener

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

Alabama women’s basketball opened the 2024-25 regular season with a statement victory on Monday, defeating the University of New Orleans 115-53. The Crimson Tide picked the Privateers apart by dominating...

Alabama guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (#3) dribbles past a Columbus State defender.

Newcomers impress as Alabama women’s basketball dominates Columbus State in exhibition game

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer November 1, 2024

The No. 24-ranked Alabama women’s basketball team gifted head coach Kristy Curry a 33-point victory for her birthday on Wednesday, defeating Columbus State 95-62 in an exhibition game.  “I thought...

Alabama women's basketball coach Kristy Curry sits on the sideline.

Kristy Curry approaches coaching milestone as Alabama women’s basketball prepares for the 2024-25 season

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

For the first time in 25 years, the Alabama women’s basketball team will begin the season ranked in the preseason AP Top 25 women’s basketball poll, landing at No. 24.  The Crimson Tide finished...

Alabama head coach Kristy Curry during press conference during SEC Media Day at Grand Bohemian Hotel in Birmingham, AL on Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024.

Alabama women’s basketball SEC media day highlights: Preseason ranking, roster depth and freshmen progress

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer October 20, 2024

The Southeastern Conference hosted its annual women’s basketball media day on Wednesday, and the No. 24-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide were represented by head coach Kristy Curry and returning starters...

Alabama linebacker Deontae Lawson (#0) celebrates a sack against Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (#15).

Alabama’s defense and Tennessee’s offense seek revival on Third Saturday in October

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

After hanging on to beat South Carolina at home, Alabama’s defense will have an SEC road test against Tennessee’s offense run by head coach Josh Heupel. In their first four games of the season,...

South Carolina running back Juju McDowell (#0) runs with the ball against Akron.

Beamer Ball: Breaking down South Carolina’s brand of football ahead of showdown with Alabama

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer October 11, 2024

Throughout its history, American football has followed the basic belief that offense is for scoring, defense is for preventing an opponent from scoring and teams kick the ball away on 4th down. That was...

Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams (#2) runs into the end zone for a touchdown against Vanderbilt.

How Clark Lea, Diego Pavia hoisted Commodores to historic upset over Alabama

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer October 6, 2024

Since the establishment of the Southeastern Conference in 1932, the Vanderbilt Commodores have struggled to sustain a winning football program. The last time Vanderbilt had a winning season was in 1982,...

Alabama linebacker Deontae Lawson (#32) lines up facing Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (#15) during the 2023 SEC Championship.

Key Alabama defenders look to continue dominance against Georgia

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer September 26, 2024

The Georgia Bulldogs are striving for their third consecutive undefeated regular season, but there are three key Alabama defenders that could wreck the Bulldogs’ plans of stealing a conference win on...

Alabama offensive lineman Roq Montgomery (#55) celebrates with wide receiver Ryan Williams (#2).

Analyzing Alabama’s offensive line issues: Injuries and player adjustments

Matthew Mason, Staff Writer September 11, 2024

Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor has been sidelined with a shoulder injury the past two games, and his absence was felt during the Crimson Tide’s Week 2 matchup against South Florida.  Offensive...

Alabama defensive back Red Morgan (#16) tackles a Western Kentucky player out of the air.

Alabama’s new defense: The Bandits and Wolves to watch out for in the 2024 season

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer September 3, 2024

Alabama’s defense in the Kalen DeBoer era is shaping up to be much different than in previous years. After Deboer was hired as the new head football coach in January, he chose former South Alabama...

Alabama defensive lineman LT Overton (#22) sets up for a play during practice.

The rise of LT Overton: Carrying the family legacy of athletic excellence

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer August 21, 2024

Defensive lineman LT Overton, a former 5-star recruit in the class of 2022, is set to begin a new chapter in his football career this season as a member of the Crimson Tide.  Overton said in an interview...

EA Sports College Football 25 review: Breaking down new gameplay, Dynasty mode and more

Matthew Mason, Contributing Videographer August 18, 2024

After a 10 year absence, EA Sports has brought back its iconic collegiate football franchise. The new EA Sports College Football 25 video game is living up to the hype. Players who pre-ordered the deluxe...

From shot put champion to the WWE: The journey of Oba Femi

Matthew Mason, Contributing Videographer August 18, 2024

Three-time SEC shot put champion and Alabama alum Isaac Odugbesan, known as Oba Femi in the World Wrestling Entertainment world, is one of the fastest-rising stars in professional wrestling today. In...

EA Sports College Football 25 review: Breaking down new gameplay, Dynasty mode and more

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer July 19, 2024

After a 10 year absence, EA Sports has brought back its iconic collegiate football franchise. The new EA Sports College Football 25 video game is living up to the hype. Players who pre-ordered the deluxe...

Alabama's Isaac Odugbesan competes at the MWTR NCAA Track and Field Outdoor Championship Day 1 June 6, 2022.

From shot put champion to the WWE: the journey of Oba Femi

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer July 10, 2024

Three-time SEC shot put champion and Alabama alum Isaac Odugbesan, known as Oba Femi in the World Wrestling Entertainment world, is one of the fastest-rising stars in professional wrestling today.  In...

Alabama wide receiver Kobe Prentice (#6) looks to avoid a Texas defender.

What to expect from Texas and Oklahoma football in SEC

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer July 8, 2024

After playing in the Big 12 conference for over 25 years, Texas and Oklahoma football are gearing up for their first seasons in the SEC. Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin expressed his opinion about playing...

Luisa Blanco earns a perfect 10 during a home meet on March 8, 2024.

Alabama athletes punch their tickets to the Olympics

Manisha Ramachandran and Matthew Mason May 29, 2024

Editor’s note: The photo on this story was updated May 30 to include an athlete mentioned in this story. The story was updated May 31 to correct an error. Eight athletes, not five, from the swim and...

From the left: Alabama track athletes Khaleb McRae, Matthew Weaver, Chris Robinson and Samuel Ogazi punch their tickets to the National Championships in Eugene during the NCAA Regionals at the UK Track and Field Complex in Lexington, KY on Friday, May 24.

Multiple Alabama track and field athletes punch ticket to NCAA Championships

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer May 27, 2024

Alabama had a strong showing at the NCAA East Preliminaries May 22-25 in Lexington, Kentucky. More than a dozen Crimson Tide athletes qualified for the NCAA Track and Field Championships to be held in...

Alabama Track Athlete Doris Lemngole during the SEC Championships at Pressly Stadium in Gainsville, FL on Friday, May 10, 2024.

Alabama track and field breaks records, captures five gold medals at SEC outdoor championships

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer May 13, 2024

Alabama track and field competed in the 2024 SEC Outdoor Track and Field Championships May 9-11 at James G. Pressly Stadium in Gainesville, Florida.    The Crimson Tide came away with 11 total medals,...

Kool-Aid McKinstry was drafted to the New Orleans Saints  in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

10 Alabama football players hear their names called at the NFL draft

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer April 29, 2024

After this year’s NFL draft in Detroit, Michigan, former Alabama football head coach Nick Saban can say that he has produced 52 first-round picks throughout his legendary coaching career.   For...

Track and field concludes regular season with four first-place finishes

Track and field concludes regular season with four first-place finishes

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer April 29, 2024

The Alabama men’s and women’s track and field teams wrapped up the outdoor regular season on Saturday by sending 43 student-athletes to compete in the Desert Heat Classic in Tucson, Arizona.  The...

Alabama Track Athlete Holly Foley in action during day two of the Crimson Tide Invitational at Sam Bailey Track and Field Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Saturday, Apr 6, 2024.

Track and field claims 40 top 10 finishes on home turf

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer April 7, 2024

Alabama track and field competed in the Crimson Tide Invitational on Friday and Saturday at Sam Bailey Track and Field stadium and walked away with seven event titles and 40 top 10 finishes. Five athletes...

Alabama guard Rylan Griffen (#3) wrestles his way toward the net.

Rylan Griffen inspired by WWE legends ahead of Final Four

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer April 4, 2024

 The fourth-seeded Alabama Crimson Tide basketball team will face off with the top-seeded UConn Huskies in a Final Four matchup this weekend in Phoenix, Arizona.   UConn is favored in this game by...

Alabama junior Ruben Banks mid throw during the Tiger Paw and David Hemery Valentine Invitational on Feb. 9 in Clemson, SC.

Lemngole breaks school record in her 5,000-meter debut as Alabama track and field wraps up indoor regular season

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer February 11, 2024

Alabama freshman Doris Lemngole sets a school record in the 5,000-meter dash as track and field brought home six event titles and 27 top 10 finishes this weekend at the Tiger Paw Invitational and in Boston...

Alabama track and fielder Khaleb McRae clocks the fastest time in the world for the 400-meter on Feb. 3 in Albuquerque, NM.

McRae set world lead as Alabama track and field races through the Southwest at New Mexico Collegiate Classic

Peter Boland and Matthew Mason February 4, 2024

The Alabama track and field team improved from its impressive outing at the Bob Pollock Invitational with six event titles this weekend at the New Mexico Collegiate Classic in Albuquerque, New Mexico. ...

Alabama has three first-place finishes in field events as Track & Field competes in Samford Invitational

Alabama has three first-place finishes in field events as Track & Field competes in Samford Invitational

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer January 21, 2024

Alabama Track & Field traveled to the Birmingham Complex for the second time this season to compete in the Samford Invitational. The Crimson Tide went to Birmingham last week for the Harvey Glance...

Former Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) speak at the post-game press conference after the team’s loss to Michigan in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1 in Pasadena, CA.

Nick Saban’s most memorable moments in the media

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer January 18, 2024

During his time as the head football coach at The University of Alabama, Nick Saban instilled his unique philosophy in every aspect of his program, including the approach he took in interviews and press...

Former UA athlete Oba Femi wins WWE NXT Men's Breakout Tournament.

Former Alabama track and field star wins WWE NXT Breakout Tournament 

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer January 3, 2024

Three-time SEC shot put champion and Alabama alum Isaac Odugbesan, known as Oba Femi in the WWE world, has taken the world of sports entertainment by storm. He won the 2024 WWE NXT Men’s Breakout Tournament...

Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton (#3) runs the ball for a touchdown against during the Iron Bowl on Nov. 25 in Auburn, Ala.

A look at the wide receivers and defensive backs facing off at the Rose Bowl

Matthew Mason, Contributing Writer  December 28, 2023

The 2024 Rose Bowl will have a lot of star power on display as Alabama and Michigan face off on New Year’s Day. Both programs will be relying on their lightning-fast wide receivers and their lockdown...