Powerhouse | Story by Bobby Moore
From “Cow College” to the nation’s best “Horse University:” Auburn’s national champion equestrian program now ranks as collegiate equine elite
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There was a time when nothing could reduce the iconography of one phenomenal run. In front of 90,000 screaming fans,…
Alabama-Louisville Preview Is Bama awake or will they hit snooze? | Story by Al Blanton
When the alarm clock on Alabama’s season goes off this Saturday night in Orlando, will the Crimson Tide be awake? …
Just a Small Part | Story by Al Blanton
In the 1980s, Terry Harper played on several Atlanta Braves teams that stole our hearts, but frankly, weren’t that good. For the last 30 years, Harper has remained in baseball, helping kids achieve their dreams of making it to the next level.
Dissecting Jalen Hurts | Story by Al Blanton
Being quarterback at Alabama garners a great deal of attention and more than your fair share of criticism. Which begs an important question about Jalen Hurts: How good is he?
First career NASCAR wins for Chase, Bill Elliott bear striking similarities
Worst to First | Story by Jimmy Creed
The start of a dynasty in 1991 helped Atlanta Braves shed label as National League laughingstock.
Sixkiller | Story by Jimmy Creed
It is, without a doubt, one of the greatest names ever found on a college football roster. One of those names that, once you say it, just keeps spinning around and around inside your head. One you’ll remember for a lifetime. Sonny Sixkiller.
The Homecoming of Ray Perkins | Story by Al Blanton
Thirty-five years ago, Ray Perkins was hired to follow “Bear” Bryant as head coach at Alabama. After a rocky four-year stint, he bolted for the NFL. Now, with a recent move back to Tuscaloosa, Perkins’s life has come full circle.
Mr. Consistent Auburn's Ben Tamburello | Story by Paul South
Ben Tamburello, who lettered at Auburn from 1983-86, was the model of consistency. A four-year starter and two-time All-America selection at center, he was a finalist for both the Outland and Lombardi trophies. Tamburello has been even more successful in his post-football life.
The Legacy of Bill Jones | Story by Jimmy Creed
What Bill Jones, former NCAA Division II national champion basketball coach at Jacksonville State University, is today amounts to many things, but the word used most to describe him in all facets of his life is “winner.”
Remember the Fiesta! | Story by Al Blanton
The 34-7 trouncing of Alabama by Louisville on January 1, 1991, in the SunKist Fiesta Bowl was a shock to the nation and one of the worst bowl performances in Alabama history.
The Case for Foster | Story by Nick Norris
Alabama native George Foster was an integral part of the 1975 and ’76 World Series Champion Cincinnati Reds. A power hitter, Foster hit 348 career home runs and batted .274 over a 17-year MLB career. He is the only player to hit over 50 home runs in the decade of the 1970s. Here’s Foster’s case for Cooperstown.
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The Greatest Coach You’ve Never Heard Of | Story by Brian Taft
When discussing the greatest SEC coaches of all-time, more often than not our thoughts turn to football. And why not?…
A word almost never used in conjunction with Nick Saban is the word “vulnerability.” In the state of Alabama,…
Top 10 Plays of the Malzahn Era at Auburn | Story by Brian Taft
When the wheels came off of the Gene Chizik tenure, Auburn turned to a familiar face to steer the bus.…
From Anniston to Cooperstown | Story by Al Blanton
Ty Cobb was striking out on a baseball career until he got a second chance in, of all places, Anniston,…
Top Ten Plays of the Saban Era at Alabama | Story by Al Blanton
Go ahead, Alabama. Pinch yourself. This isn’t a dream. Yes, this is the greatest run in the history of…
Still the National Pastime: Seven Reasons Why You Should Watch Baseball | Story by Al Blanton
“Baseball was, is and always will be to me the best game in the world.” – Babe…
Where Did You Go, Crazy College Basketball Coach? | Story by Al Blanton
Jim Valvano, Louie Carnesecca, Wimp Sanderson, Jerry Tarkanian, Bobby Knight. Why college basketball misses the zany coach. by Al…
The Running Back | Story by Al Blanton
He’s been running for most of his life. For a time, he ran away from tacklers in the SEC…
Magnificently Blessed | Story by Al Blanton
Eli Gold’s fifty-year romance with the world of sport has left him with no regrets…and a lifetime of memories.
Kerry | Story by Al Blanton
In 1984, Kerry Goode was projected by many as the University of Alabama’s first Heisman Trophy winner. Today, he’s fighting…
When the Gods Fall Mortal: The Sad and Magnificent Life of Charles Cleveland | Story by Al Blanton
“Most people would kill…to be treated like a god, just for a few moments.” – Hoosiers Bibb County, AL– A…
Wimp | Story by Al Blanton
by Al Blanton “I never learned to handle losing….I won’t apologize for that because a fear of failure has driven…
Journey Man | Story by Al Blanton
Former University of Alabama and NFL Quarterback Brodie Croyle is writing another chapter in his life that has nothing to…
The Note on the Door | Story by Al Blanton
Philip Lutzenkirchen’s life may have ended abruptly at 23, but his father is carrying the Auburn Tight End’s legacy and…
HEEEERE’S BOBBY! | Story by Al Blanton
Birmingham’s favorite son Bobby Bowden reflects on Deion Sanders, Steve Spurrier, THE U, Bear Bryant, political correctness, and the faith…
The Lord and Gene Stallings | Story by Al Blanton
Probably not much has changed over the last 25 years on Avenue F in Ensley, Alabama. There are a…
The Affirmation of Mike Gottfried | Story by Al Blanton
Former college football coach and ESPN announcer Mike Gottfried has found a new arena, helping to plug up the…
