Houston Texans release former Alabama Defensive Tackle Brandon Ivory
The Houston Texans have released defensive lineman Brandon Ivory a day after he was charged in a residential burglary in Tuscaloosa.
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Alabama’s Avery Johnson hints at another addition to basketball team
There might be another new face for the University of Alabama’s basketball squad. Head coach, Avery Johnson hinted this past week that the team can have one more addition.
SEC Media Days July 13-16
Montgomery, AL – SEC media days are just over a week away. The annual event will be held in Hoover, Alabama,  July 13-16. The SEC announced Thursday that quarterback Jeremy Johnson will represent Auburn University, and  linebacker Reggie Ragland will represent the University of Alabama. We will have full coverage of SEC Media Days right here on the Alabama News…
AUM’s Newell Tabbed NAIA Softball Coach of the Year
First-year Auburn Montgomery softball head coach Eric Newell has been selected the 2015 NAIA Softball National Coach of the Year.
River Region 4th of July Events
There are a number of events happening this holiday weekend to celebrate the 4th of July.
Summer Sports Challenge: Mo Carter
Jeff Sanders puts on his athletic face and shoes to see if he’s got what it takes to take down the best.
First Sunset Of July
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Auburn Summer Basketball Practice
By: Christopher Glennon AUBURN, AL—Â The Auburn basketball team has been really focusing on the off-season to get into great shape to be stronger and to help prevent injuries during the season. “To sometimes get into great win shape you have to beat down the body,” Pearl said.”It’s about performance and injury prevention.” The Tigers will open the season on…
Mervyl Meledez Turns Down University of New Orleans Job
By: Christopher Glennon MONTGOMERY, AL— Mervyl Meledez turns down the vacant head baseball coaching job at the University of New Orleans. Meledez has won 120 games during his four years at Alabama State University and led the Hornets to the 2015 SWAC Eastern Division Championship He did not accept the offer due to the six-figure buy clause in his contract…
Auburn Freshman Horace Spencer talks about the Upcoming Season
By: Christopher Glennon AUBURN, AL— Auburn freshman Horace Spencer feels very confident about his first year with Auburn. Spencer was ranked 63rd best player from the class of 2015. He is very happy to play under coach Bruce Pearl and knows he will help him with a smooth transition from high school to college. “Bruce Pearl makes you feel like…
