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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

The Crimson White

All content by Orry Cantrell
Alabama forward Jarin Stevenson (#15) prepares to take a shot against Clemson.

Men’s basketball comes up short against Clemson in first annual ACC/SEC Challenge

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer November 29, 2023

On a chilly Tuesday night in Tuscaloosa, the Alabama faithful, with heads still held high from an Iron Bowl victory, turned out to watch Alabama and Clemson face off in the first annual SEC/ACC Challenge....

Alabama forward Nick Pringle (#23) tips off against Oregon at Raider Arena in Destin, FL.

Men’s Basketball suffers first loss of season at Emerald Coast Classic, bounces back in second game

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer November 26, 2023

The Alabama men’s basketball team traveled to Destin, Florida, to compete in the Emerald Coast Classic this weekend.   The Crimson Tide’s vacation to the beautiful beach town resulted in both...

Alabama wins fourth straight game, defeats Mercer to end homestand

Alabama wins fourth straight game, defeats Mercer to end homestand

Orry Cantrell , Staff Writer November 18, 2023

On to Destin.    Alabama men’s basketball ended its four-game homestand with a 98-67 victory against the Mercer Bears, winning its fourth straight and opening the Emerald Coast Classic with a win.   The...

 Alabama men’s basketball has another 100+ point game, this time over South Alabama.

Alabama dominates in 56-point win over South Alabama

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer November 15, 2023

On Tuesday night, the Alabama Crimson Tide scored over 100 points for the third consecutive time this season when it defeated the South Alabama Jaguars 102-46.   It was another slow start for the...

Alabama basketball player Aaron Estrada (#55) dribbles the ball down the court against Indiana State on Nov. 10 in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Alabama defeats Indiana State in historic first meeting

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer November 11, 2023

For the first time since the 1964-65 season, the Crimson Tide scored 100 points in back-to-back men’s basketball games.  After its 102-80 victory on Friday night, the Crimson Tide is now 1-0 all...

Alabama forward Grant Nelson (#2) drives the ball towards the net against Morehead State.

Nelson shines as Alabama defeats Morehead State to open regular season

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer November 7, 2023

On Monday, the Crimson Tide officially began its season with a decisive 105-73 victory over the Morehead State Eagles.   It was the first time Alabama has scored over 100 points in a season opener since...

Alabama guard Aaron Estrada (#55) drives toward the goal against Wake Forest.

Men’s basketball falls to Wake Forest in charity exhibition

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer October 29, 2023

On Sunday, the Alabama Crimson Tide came up short against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 88-80 in an exhibition game at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.   The...

Alabama Guard Mark Sears speaks to media during SEC Men’s Basketball Tip Off ’24 Media Day in Birmingham, AL on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.

Estrada, Sears talk chemistry and leadership at SEC Tipoff

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer October 22, 2023

Media members from around the country gathered in Birmingham on Wednesday for the annual SEC Basketball Tipoff. Players and coaches from around the SEC appeared at the luxurious Grand Bohemian Hotel in...

Alabama swimmer Laci Black in action against Delta State on Sept. 29 at Alabama Aquatic Center and Don Gambril Olympic Pool in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Freshmen make a splash as swimming and diving sweep Delta State to begin season

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer October 1, 2023

The newcomers on the Alabama swimming and diving team made their presence known Friday, as the Crimson Tide started their season off strong at home, winning 35 of 36 events against the Delta State Statesmen....

Alabama women’s tennis player Anne Marie Hiser competing in the Debbie Southern Furman Fall Classic on Sep. 17 in Greenville, SC.

Bencheikh, women’s tennis impress at Debbie Southern Furman Fall Classic

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer September 19, 2023

This past weekend, the Alabama women’s tennis team traveled to Greenville, South Carolina, for the 36th annual Debbie Southern Furman Fall Classic, a three-day tournament featuring some of the top programs...

 Alabama basketball player Rylan Griffen (#3) playing against San Diego State in the Sweet Sixteen tournament on Mar. 24 at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY.

Men’s basketball to face gantlet of nonconference opponents

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer September 6, 2023

On Aug. 29, Alabama basketball released its out-of-conference schedule. Like last season, the Crimson Tide will have several tests before conference play begins.   This time around, however, head...

The Student Recreation Center is located at 400 Peter Bryce Blvd. in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

The Ins and Outs of UA’s Student Rec Center

Orry Cantrell, Staff Writer August 23, 2023

Editor's note (9/13/23): This article was updated to correctly reflect student membership qualifications. Getting into a healthy and consistent routine is important for maintaining mental health and...

Alabama men’s basketball coach Nate Oats shouting from the sidelines in a game against Maryland during March Madness on March 18 at the Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Ala.

Alabama Basketball adds third new assistant coach this offseason

Orry Cantrell , Contributing Writer July 12, 2023

In addition to recruiting talent through the transfer portal this offseason, Nate Oats has been busy collecting new talent for his coaching staff after all three of his former assistants accepted head...

Alabama basketball player Jahvon Quinerly (#5) in a game against Auburn on March 1 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

The effects of the transfer portal on the 2023-24 basketball season

Orry Cantrell , Contributing Writer July 5, 2023

 On Wednesday, Alabama basketball gained another player through the transfer portal when West Virginia forward Mohamed Wague announced that he would play for the Crimson Tide next season, as reported...

Former Alabama basketball players Brandon Miller (#24) and Charles Bediako (#14) celebrating a score against Mississippi State on March 10 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN.

2 Crimson Tide basketball players selected in first round for first time in 28 years

Orry Cantrell , Contributing Writer June 28, 2023

Thursday night’s NBA draft was a big night for Alabama basketball as three former Crimson Tide players earned a spot at the next level.   Two players from the Capstone were selected in the first...

 Alabama basketball player Brandon Miller (#24) protecting the ball against LSU on January 14 at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

The NBA Draft and its Alabama hopefuls

Orry Cantrell, Contributing Writer June 21, 2023

 The amount of talent on this past season’s Crimson Tide Basketball team is no secret to Alabama fans and definitely not to NBA scouts, and tonight, a few former Crimson Tide standouts will find out...

What makes an Alabama fan?

What makes an Alabama fan?

Orry Cantrell, Contributing Writer May 29, 2023

The University of Alabama is widely known for having one of the most dedicated fan bases in the country. As Alabama fans know best, their passion for the Tide is part of who they are, from head to toe.  Bama...

Women’s tennis holds off Memphis to move to 2-0

Women’s tennis holds off Memphis to move to 2-0

Orry Cantrell, Contributing Writer January 29, 2023

The Alabama women’s tennis team defeated the University of Memphis Tigers 4-3 on Saturday, Jan. 21, in a close win at home.   The Crimson Tide fell behind early, losing the doubles point. Petra Sedlackova...

Homecoming football at Alabama: A look back at the 100-year tradition

Homecoming football at Alabama: A look back at the 100-year tradition

Orry Cantrell, Contributing Writer October 21, 2022

Alabama 21, LSU 0 (Nov. 11, 1920)   This 1920 game against LSU kicked off the annual tradition of homecoming at the University of Alabama. Two years to the day after the end of World War I, the University...

Jimbo vs Saban: Friends or Rivals?

Jimbo vs Saban: Friends or Rivals?

Orry Cantrell, Contributing Writer October 5, 2022

After a 3-8 record in the 1999 season, LSU decided it was time for a change in the head coaching position.  Enter Nick Saban, coming off a 9-2 season with the Michigan State Spartans.    LSU’s...

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