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Alabama pitcher Coulson Buchanan (#11) pitches against Southern Miss on April 8, 2025.

What changed for Alabama baseball in its series against Auburn

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 9, 2025

No. 8 Alabama baseball suffered a series loss against No. 16 Auburn, going 1-2 in the three games it played this weekend, including 1-1 in a doubleheader on Saturday. In the first game, the Crimson...

Alabama defensive back Keon Sabb (#3) celebrates with teammates during the game against Western Kentucky on August 31,2025.

Returning faces: A look at Alabama football players poised for a breakout season

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 9, 2025

Alabama football will have several returning players for the 2025 season, and some are poised to break out, as they have experience and are potentially entering a starting role. Cole Adams, wide receiver Wide...

Several newcomers will be a key to next year's game plan.

Three newcomers for Alabama football with potential to breakout

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 9, 2025

Second-year head coach Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide signed the No. 3 recruiting class for 2025, which also includes multiple key transfers. Alabama’s roster for 2025 is in a good position...

Alabama quarterbacks Jalen Milroe (#4) and Ty Simpson (#15) high-five during the game Against Oklahoma on Nov. 23, 2024.

Quarterback battle in full effect as spring practice continues

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 9, 2025

Head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke Friday evening after the team held a scrimmage almost a week before Alabama’s annual A-Day game. After the scrimmage he spoke on the amount of reps they’ve been able...

Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate plays against Vanderbilt at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025.

Basketball transfer portal update

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 6, 2025

The transfer portal opened for NCAA men’s basketball March 24, and more than 750 players entered their names on the first day — around 450 more than on the first day of last year. When the portal...

Alabama infielder Jason Torres (#32) celebrates a double against Samford at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on April 1, 2025.

Baseball beats Samford in offensive battle to win 11-9

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer April 2, 2025

The No. 8 Alabama Crimson Tide beat Samford 11-9 on Tuesday night after thwarting off a late-game comeback attempt by the Bulldogs. “It’s getting good starts, playing clean defense and it’s executing...

Alabama forward Derrion Reid (#35) jumps for a shot against Saint Mary’s at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, OH on March 23, 2025.

What changed for Alabama from the first to second weekend of the NCAA Tournament

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer March 30, 2025

No. 2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide played its first game of March Madness against Horizon League champion and No. 15 seed Robert Morris, winning 90-81. Alabama struggled at times throughout the game, allowing...

Alabama basketball players huddle up against Auburn at Neville Arena in Auburn, AL on March 8, 2025.

Spring basketball recruiting update

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer March 19, 2025

Alabama head coach Nate Oats is on the cusp of solidifying a top recruiting class for the class of 2025. Three 4-stars have committed, and the team is awaiting decisions from a few more high school recruits. After...

Alabama has received several commitments for the class of 2026.

Alabama football schedules visits with high-profile recruits

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer March 5, 2025

Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer and the staff have been on a recruiting hot streak recently, securing two commitments and multiple visits for the class of 2026. On Feb. 19, the Crimson Tide...

Outfielder Bryce Fowler runs in Alabama's game against Alabama State at Sewell-Thomas Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Feb. 19, 2025

Alabama baseball secures double-digit wins over Middle Tennessee State and Alabama State

Elijah Burks and Noah Scoggins February 20, 2025

Alabama baseball had a strong showing in its first midweek games of the season, defeating Middle Tennessee State and Alabama State. Tuesday: Alabama 12, Middle Tennessee State 2 The Crimson Tide...

Alabama guard Labaron Philon (#0) jumps for the goal against Auburn at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Feb. 15, 2025.

What changed in the past week for Alabama basketball

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer February 16, 2025

In the past week, No. 2 Alabama went 1-1, beating Texas on the road Tuesday before losing to No. 1 Auburn on Saturday in one of the most significant matchups of the college basketball season. In the...

Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate (#10) celebrates with the student section after defeating Georgia at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Feb. 1, 2025.

Mouhamed Dioubate wins blue-collar hard hat in only 11 minutes against Georgia

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer February 2, 2025

Mouhamed Dioubate won the blue-collar hard hat on Saturday evening after the Crimson Tide’s 90-69 win against Georgia. Head coach Nate Oats praised his effort in the locker room after the game when...

Alabama forward Grant Nelson (#4) shoots a 3-pointer against Georgia at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Feb. 1, 2025.

What changed for Alabama basketball in the last two weeks

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer February 2, 2025

Alabama basketball finished last week with a record of 2-0, taking wins over No. 14 Mississippi State on Wednesday and Georgia on Saturday. The Crimson Tide is now on a five-game winning streak and...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) waves to the crowd after defeating Auburn at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

A look at Jalen Milroe’s career with Alabama as he enters for NFL Draft

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer January 29, 2025

Redshirt junior quarterback Jalen Milroe announced Jan. 2 that he would not return for another season in Tuscaloosa but instead declare for the NFL draft. His announcement came two days after a 19-13...

CW// Riley Thompson, Running back Jam Miller runs the ball in the 2025 ReliaQuest Bowl versus Michigan.

Eleven major role players returning to Alabama football for 2024-25 season

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer January 26, 2025

Alabama recently lost 23 players to the transfer portal but will be returning 11 major role players for the 2025 season along with an incoming recruiting class ranked No. 2 in the country. Seven players...

Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate (#10) celebrates against Vanderbilt at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025.

Mouhamed Dioubate wins blue-collar hard hat in win against Vanderbilt

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer January 22, 2025

Alabama basketball head coach Nate Oats implemented a blue-collar points system when he first arrived in Tuscaloosa. At the end of a game, the player with the most points wins a construction hard hat.  Oats...

Alabama struggled heavily against Michigan during the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Opinion | Nick Sheridan needs to prove he belongs

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer January 15, 2025

While Alabama may have started the 2024 season with some dominant offensive performances, a final record of 9-4 with a bowl loss to Michigan suggests that a coaching change may be needed. Offensive...

Alabama landed seven transfers out of the portal.

Alabama adds seven players in first transfer window

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer January 15, 2025

Over the past month, Alabama football landed seven transfers out of the portal after losing 23, with running back Justice Haynes being the most important loss.  Haynes was one of the few transfers...

Head coach Kalen DeBoer before Alabama's game against Auburn on Nov. 30.

DeBoer lands highly ranked recruits on first signing day with Alabama

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

On the first day of the early signing period, head coach Kalen DeBoer and staff signed 20 of the 21 commits held within the Alabama 2025 recruiting class. “A whole year goes into this day and it’s...

Linebacker Justin Okoronkwo (#41) tackles the ball carrier in Alabama's game against Auburn on Nov. 30.

What changed for Alabama from Week 13 to Week 14

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer December 3, 2024

Alabama got its ninth win of the season, taking the Iron Bowl 28-14. The team looked like a different product from the week before against Oklahoma, where the Crimson Tide did not score a single touchdown. “I...

Alabama wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. (#3) warms up before the game against Oklahoma.

Alabama vs Auburn: Current and future recruiting battles

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 28, 2024

Alabama sits with the No. 2-ranked recruiting class for 2025 ahead of the Iron Bowl, with Auburn three spots behind at No. 5.  Although Alabama has the better class, the Crimson Tide is losing the...

Wide receiver Ryan Williams (#2) attempts to catch the ball in Alabama's game against Oklahoma on Nov. 23.

What changed for Alabama from Week 12 to Week 13

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 25, 2024

Alabama lost its third game of the season to Oklahoma on Saturday night 24-3, eliminating the Crimson Tide from the SEC championship and possibly the playoffs. Alabama went into Norman ranked No. 7...

Alabama outfielder Kristen White (# 3) runs to second base against Ole Miss on April 6, 2024.

Baseball and softball sign top-15 classes for 2025

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 21, 2024

With national signing day for baseball and softball taking place last Friday, Alabama signed top-15 classes for both sports. Both classes are headlined by top in-state recruits, with softball signing...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) looks to snap the ball against Mercer.

What changed for Alabama from Week 11 to Week 12

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 18, 2024

The Alabama Crimson Tide continued to be efficient in almost every category on Saturday, winning 52-7 against Mercer. The win came a week after the Crimson Tide took on LSU in Death Valley and emerged...

Alabama defender celebrate after a play against LSU.

Alabama’s wins against Missouri and LSU impress recruits

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 15, 2024

Alabama has recently come off two big wins, which is instantly translating to recruiting.  Back-to-back dominant wins versus SEC opponents helped to stabilize optics around the Crimson Tide. Missouri...

Alabama fans cheer during a football game in Bryant-Denny Stadium.

How Alabama football helped build basketball

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 13, 2024

Alabama basketball is reaching heights it has never seen before. Yet even with the program’s individual triumphs, leveraging UA football’s success is still a recruiting tactic for head basketball coach...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe runs towards the endzone.

What changed for Alabama from Missouri to LSU

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 10, 2024

Alabama secured a much-needed win against LSU in a playoff elimination game, walking out of Death Valley with a 42-13 win over the Tigers.  “[It was the] guys stepping up in great roles today and...

Alabama running back Justice Haynes (#22)  runs to score a touchdown.

A beginner’s guide to college recruiting in 2024

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 6, 2024

College athletics are fast-paced and constantly changing, leaving fans and coaches trying to keep up with the times. Since the beginning of the 2024 season, changes have already been made to the pre-existing...

Alabama basketball head coach Nate Oats speaks with guard Mark Sears (#1).

Alabama basketball’s rebirth under Nate Oats

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer November 5, 2024

Nate Oats was announced as the head coach of Alabama basketball in March 2019 after a successful tenure as the head coach at the University of Buffalo. Oats spent four years with the Buffalo Bulls,...

Alabama running back Justice Haynes (#22) runs into the end zone against Missouri.

What changed for Alabama from Week 8 to Week 9

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 27, 2024

The Crimson Tide secured a bounce-back win against Missouri after losing to Tennessee the week prior. Three key factors contributed to how Alabama got the win. Spreading the ball out Five different...

Alabama head Coach Kalen DeBoer prepares to play Tennessee on Oct. 21, 2024.

Alabama still hot on recruiting trail after loss

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 25, 2024

After back-to-back road losses, Alabama is looking to show recruits that it should still be the home of their collegiate careers against Missouri. The matchup against Missouri will be a big game for...

Alabama running back Justice Haynes (#22) runs as a Tennessee defender attempts to complete a tackle.

What changed for Alabama from Week 7 to Week 8

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 20, 2024

Alabama suffered its second loss of the season Saturday, falling 24-17 to Tennessee. The Crimson Tide is now 5-2 on the season, with one loss coming to Vanderbilt two weeks ago.  Among other issues,...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) runs from South Carolina defense.

What changed for Alabama from Week 6 to Week 7

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 13, 2024

Alabama experienced a scare on Saturday against South Carolina, but the Crimson Tide ultimately emerged with a last-minute win 27-25. It was a bounce-back win for Alabama, which lost to Vanderbilt last...

Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams (#2) runs from a Georgia player.

Recruiting outlook after Vanderbilt loss

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 9, 2024

Just one week after a big win against Georgia with a stadium full of recruits, Alabama traveled to Nashville and took a historic loss against Vanderbilt Saturday.  A win against a top-5 school like...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) runs to score a touchdown for Alabama.

What changed for Alabama from Week 5 to Week 6

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 6, 2024

The Crimson Tide suffered its first loss of the season against Vanderbilt 40-35 on Saturday. The loss is also the first under head coach Kalen DeBoer and comes just one week after Alabama beat previously...

Alabama football players celebrate after defeating Georgia.

Post-Georgia recruiting recap

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer October 2, 2024

With over 100 recruits in attendance, including some highly touted men’s basketball prospects, the Crimson Tide football team defeated former No. 2 Georgia in an intense, tale-of-two-halves thriller. Football...

Alabama defensive back Malachi Moore (#13) gets ready in between plays during the 2023 SEC Championship.

What Alabama vs Georgia means for recruiting

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer September 26, 2024

With football season and recruiting in full swing, No. 4 Alabama will take on No. 2-ranked Georgia on Saturday, and the outcome will determine more than just a record. Heading into the game, both teams...

Alabama running back Jam Miller (#26) escapes from a South Florida defender.

Pre-Week 5 recruiting update: Kalen DeBoer is matching quality games with quality visits

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer September 22, 2024

Over the past few weeks, the Crimson Tide has hosted many highly rated recruits for visits, including a few 5-stars. According to 247Sports, as of now Alabama holds the No. 2 recruiting class for the...

Wide Receiver Cole Adams (#7) during the Alabama vs South Florida game on Sept. 7.

Week 1 vs Week 2: What changed for Alabama

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer September 8, 2024

The Crimson Tide managed a late win against South Florida on Saturday night after three quarters full of offensive struggles.  Much like last week, the defense stood out. The defensive line performed...

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (#4) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Western Kentucky.

Analyzing quarterback duel between Jalen Milroe and USF’s Byrum Brown

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer September 6, 2024

Alabama and South Florida both bring back starters at key positions. Quarterbacks Jalen Milroe and Byrum Brown are two who chose to return. Milroe is coming off a season in which he led Alabama to the...

Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard (#5) runs with the ball during warmups prior to the Western Kentucky game.

From Washington to Alabama: Meet Parker Brailsford and Germie Bernard

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer September 6, 2024

It was just four days after coaching Washington in the national championship that Kalen DeBoer accepted an offer from Alabama to become Nick Saban’s successor as head coach.  Eight days after entering...

A student throws a "horns up" hand signal during College GameDay prior to Alabama's football game against Texas in 2023.

Alabama athletics’ long history with Oklahoma and Texas

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer July 8, 2024

The University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma officially joined the SEC July 1. This comes after both schools’ board of regents accepted the SEC’s invitation in 2021.  SEC Commissioner...

Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer watches A-Day from the field.

Kalen DeBoer’s journey from Washington’s championship stint to Alabama’s sidelines

Noah Scoggins, Contributing Writer June 12, 2024

Editor's note: This story was updated to fix an error regarding a team for which DeBoer was said to have played football in college. Just two days after the College Football Playoff national championship...