Coach Oats says Alabama is "embarrassed" after loss to Texas A&M
The No. 25/24 Alabama men’s basketball team fell, 87-71, in its home finale on Wednesday to Texas A&M.
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PCA, St. James advance in busy second day of State Semifinals
Prattville Christian and St. James advance to Championship games.
Brantley, Autaugaville and Highland home compete in Day One of State Semifinals
Several local teams looked to reach the state championship game later this week.
MLB cancels opening day, sides fail to reach lockout deal
The Montgomery Biscuits said in a post on February 24 that the lockout has no bearing on the season opener and games will go on as planned starting April 12.
AP Top 25 Poll: Auburn, Alabama Fall in Weekly Rankings
Both Auburn and Alabama have fallen in the latest AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll.
Alabama State Announces 3-Year Renewal of Turkey Day Classic with Tuskegee
Alabama State has announced a new three-year renewal of the Turkey Day Classic with Tuskegee beginning in 2023 and running through 2025.
The World Games 2022 Birmingham Organizing Committee Bans Russian and Belarusian Athletes and Officials
The Board of Directors of The World Games 2022 Birmingham Organizing Committee has voted to ban athletes and officials from Russia and Belarus from participating in The World Games 2022 in Birmingham this July.
No. 24 Alabama Routs South Carolina 90-71
Jaden Shackelford had 21 points and Jahvon Quinerly scored 20 to lead No. 24 Alabama to a 90-71 victory over South Carolina.
No. 3 Auburn Falls to No. 17 Tennessee, 67-62 in Knoxville
Santiago Vescovi scored 14 points and Zakai Zeigler had 11 of his 13 points in the second half to lead No. 17 Tennessee to a 67-62 victory over No. 3 Auburn.
Former Auburn, Chargers Running Back Lionel James Dies at 59
Former Auburn and San Diego Chargers running back Lionel James has died after a lengthy illness.
Alabama starts series with 1-0 loss to No. 1 Texas
In the end, the Longhorns came out on top, 1-0.
WWE Superstar Dana Brooke Joins Alabama News Rising
WWE Superstar Dana Brooke takes her 24/7 Championship belt with her everywhere she goes, even to television interviews. Brooke recently joined David Lamb on Alabama News Rising to discuss her and her WWE…
Auburn tops Ole miss behind Kessler's record-breaking night
Walker Kessler set Auburn’s season record for blocked shots and the Tigers’ point guards combined for 29 points Wednesday to lead No. 3 Auburn to a 77-64 victory over Ole Miss to sweep the season series.
Auburn names Ike Hilliard as Receivers Coach
AUBURN, Ala.— Auburn football has named former SEC great and 12-year National Football League veteran Ike Hilliard as wide receivers coach, head coach Bryan Harsin announced Wednesday. An All-American at Florida in 1996, Hilliard spent the previous 11 seasons coaching…
Alabama holds on to beat Vanderbilt behind Quinerly's 19 points
No. 24/25 Alabama men’s basketball team used a strong second half start and free throw shooting down the stretch to hang on for a narrow 74-72 win at Vanderbilt.
State Playoff Basketball: Monday Recap
Several local schools punch their ticket to the State Final Four.
AP Top 25 Poll: Auburn Falls to No. 3; Alabama Rises to No. 24
In the latest AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll, Auburn has fallen one spot, while Alabama has risen one.
Austin Cindric Wins Daytona 500 to Celebrate Penske's 85th Birthday
Austin Cindric drove his brand new NASCAR ride to victory in the Daytona 500 on team owner Roger Penske’s 85th birthday.
No. 2 Auburn Loses for Only the Third Time This Season, Falling to Florida 63-62
Tyree Appleby scored 20 of his 26 points in the second half, Colin Castleton added 19 and Florida rallied to beat No. 2 Auburn 63-62 to extend its home dominance in the series.
No. 4 Kentucky Rallies Past No. 25 Alabama to Win 90-81
Kentucky's Kellan Grady made seven 3-pointers for a season-high 25 points, Oscar Tshiebwe added 21 points with 14 rebounds and No. 4 Kentucky rallied twice to top No. 25 Alabama 90-81.
Eric Kiesau Promoted to Auburn Offensive Coordinator
Auburn head football coach Bryan Harsin has promoted wide receivers coach Eric Kiesau to offensive coordinator.
Auburn stays perfect at home behind Smith's Career-High 31 Points
Jabari Smith hit seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 31 points to lead No. 2 Auburn to a 94-80 victory vs. Vanderbilt
Alabama uses second half run to hold off Mississippi State
The No. 25 Alabama men’s basketball team went on an 18-2 second half run to take down Mississippi State, 80-75
Edgewood, Autauga Academy and Pike Lib Capture Championships
Three area teams capture AISA basketball State Championships.
University of Alabama Drops Plan to Sell Alcohol at Games over City Fee
The University of Alabama is scuttling a proposal to sell alcohol during basketball games and gymnastics meets over a fee proposed by the city.
