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Vote Jordan Praytor for Lowe's Senior Class Award
Alabama senior Jordan Praytor needs your help to win the
2008 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award in the softball division by voting at www.seniorclassaward.com. |
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Rashad Johnson Named to Nagurski Trophy Watch List
RollTide.com
Alabama senior safety Rashad Johnson was named to the 2008 Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List as announced by the Football Writers Association of America
on Monday. The Nagurski Trophy is awarded to... |
Cooley and Wilson Named to SEC Track and Field Community Service Team
RollTide.com
Alabama senior sprinter Michael Cooley and sophomore thrower Elizabeth Wilson were named to the 2008 SEC Track and Field Community Service Team as
announced by the conference office today. |
Andrew
Bone: Chat Transcript
Tuscaloosa News
Recruiting Q&A session at TideSports.com |
Paul Gattis: Johnson named to Nagurski watch list
al.com
Pretty smart how these awards release their watch lists a day at a time to garner as much attention as possible. |
Gentry Estes: Remembering Bear Bryant's first game as Alabama coach ...
al.com
What long-time Alabama fan doesn't relish memories of coach Paul "Bear" Bryant? Well, that's the topic, except I'd like to take you all the way back to the
beginning. |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Rashad Johnson on Nagurski Trophy watch list...
al.com
The summer is apparently watch list time. First center Antoine Caldwell and left tackle Andre Smith. Then Caldwell again. Now, it's Rashad Johnson's turn. |
Dial not focused on recruiting
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
According to several prospects who participated in the NIKE Camp earlier this month in Tuscaloosa, one of the most impressive performers was
Clay-Chalkville defensive lineman Quinton Dial
. |
Game-changing LB on Tide's radar
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"I have everything you can't coach -- size, speed and instincts of a linebacker. I know I'm blessed with the ability to change the game at any time
" |
COMBINE: 4-Star LB Talks Top Schools
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
CHARLOTTE - One of the most impressive athletes at the Carolina Panthers' Practice Facility for the Scout.com/Under-Armour Combine Saturday was this
four-star linebacker from Columbia. CUTigers.com caught up with the talented defender afterwards to get his thoughts on his trip and also on recruiting. |
Jeffery showcases athleticism in Charlotte
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Columbia (SC) 4-star safety Damario Jeffery was one of the standout performers at Saturday's Scout.com/Under Armour combine in Charlotte, and
GamecockAnthem.com caught up with the athletic prospect to get his thoughts on how he did at the event and to talk the latest in his recruitment. Check inside for
this exclusive video interview with Jeffery. |
Signee Update: Chris Jordan
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
Alabama signee Chris Jordan said he is up to 220 pounds with his offseason workout program. The Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy running back spoke with
BamaOnLine.com about offseason ankle surgery, his relationship with fellow UA aignee Devonta Bolton and other topics. Check the Ultimate Ticket for more. |
Bama in the NBA
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Crimson Tide Softball Awarded No. 3 National Seed
RollTide.com
The Alabama softball team was awarded the No. 3 national seed and the top seed in the NCAA Tuscaloosa Regional on Sunday night. |
`Aggressive base-running lifts baseball team past Gators
Tuscaloosa News
TUSCALOOSA | It didnt seem likely that the University of Alabama baseball team could top its Friday night win over the Florida Gators in terms of drama and
pressure. |
Softball team earns No. 3 overall seed for NCAA Tournament
Tuscaloosa News
TUSCALOOSA | The University of Alabama softball team got everything it wished for and more when the field for the NCAA Tournament was announced Sunday
night. |
Alabama beats Florida 8 to 7, after ninth inning comeback
The Birmingham News
TUSCALOOSA - Jeff Texada tagged up from second base and looked at third base coach Dax Norris. The Alabama junior could not believe what he saw. |
Sports Digest
The Birmingham News
COLLEGE SOFTBALL
NCAA invites Tide, Tigers, Jax: |
Night to remember at Ladd Stadium
Press-Register
Alabama's 13-3 loss to LSU on Sept. 27, 1958, in Mobile is full of historical markers. It was coach Paul "Bear" Bryant's first game in charge of the Crimson Tide,
and one that flashed promise for a rebuilding program. For visiting LSU, it was an early step toward an undefeated season and national title. |
Bama edges Gators
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA Fans who departed Sewell-Thomas Stadium early Sunday afternoon and there were more than a few were left to later wonder what in the world
had transpired. |
TOP 10 MOST MEMORABLE MOMENTS IN STADIUM HISTORY
Press-Register
Ladd-Peebles Stadium has been the site of some incredible events in its 59-year history. In addition to Paul "Bear" Bryant's first game as Alabama's coach in 1958,
here are the moments that rank as the top 10 most memorable in stadium history, based on research by the Press-Register: |
SEC Baseball Roundup - Sunday, May 11th
SEC Sports
SEC Baseball Roundup - Sunday, May 11th |
SEC Advances Eight to NCAA Softball Tournament
SEC Sports
SEC Advances Eight to NCAA Softball Tournament |
The Road to Hoover - Monday, May 12th
SEC Sports
The Road to Hoover - Monday, May 12th |
No. 3 Tide welcomes regional softball pairings
Montgomery Advertiser
Sunday night's announcement that Alabama's softball team had secured one of the coveted national seeds for the upcoming NCAA regionals and super regionals
wasn't exactly earth-shattering news. |
ALABAMA BASEBALL: Strange play helps Tide rally past Gators
Montgomery Advertiser
TUSCALOOSA -- Improbable isn't a strong enough word to describe Alabama's 8-7 rally past Florida on Sunday afternoon at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. |
Tide rallies past Florida; AU falls to Ole Miss
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
Only)
Matt Bentleys sacrifice fly scored Jeff Texada from second to lift Alabama over Florida 8-7 in a comeback victory Sunday. |
What's the latest on the Tana Patrick?
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
The Georgia Bulldogs were considered the early leader for blue-chip linebacker Tana Patrick. But over the past couple of months, things have changed. The 6-3,
230-pound Patrick now lists
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CCC Player Countdown:
Crimson Country Club (Members
Only)
#86 Chris Jackson, #85 Preston Dial |
Tide sits on top for Rivals250 RB
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
This four-star running back Virginia isn't the biggest prospect at his position, but his offer list and recruiting status is among the best in the country. Recently the
Alabama coaching staff extended an offer to the Rivals250 member and the Tide currently sits on top. Check out this premium football recruiting update for the
latest. |
UA still a favorite for Rivals100 DB?
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
Damario Jeffery, a 6-foot-3, 220-pound Rivals100 member, has been touring the Southeast looking for his eventual suitor. The Crimson Tide was identified as an
early favorite. Is that still the case? |
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Sunday, May 11. 2008
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Did not update from late
Saturday, May 10th - Sunday, May 11th
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Saturday, May 10. 2008
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Softball:
Friday Night - SEC Tournament: Alabama 7, LSU 4
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Baseball:
Friday Night: Alabama 7, Florida 6
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Howell's Two-Run Double Pushes Tide Past No. 22 Florida, 7-6
RollTide.com
Alabama sophomore Del Howell delivered a pinch-hit, two run double in the bottom of the ninth inning to lift the Crimson Tide to an improbable 7-6 comeback win
over No. 22 Florida in the Southeaste... |
Women's Golf Catapults into NCAA Race
RollTide.com
As the temperature reached into the mid 90s the Alabama women's golf team heated up. The No. 3 seed Crimson Tide moved all the way into a tie for sixth after
posting a second round score of 293 (+... |
Tide Softball Advances to SEC Championship Game
RollTide.com
Alabama got home runs from Charlotte Morgan and Whitney Larsen and a three-run seventh inning to knock off LSU 7-4 at Tiger Park on Friday night to advance
to the SEC Championship Game. |
Rowing Wins Two Heats of the Dad Vail Regatta
RollTide.com
All five Alabama Rowing crews that raced during today's preliminary rounds of the 70th Dad Vail Regatta advanced to the semi-finals which get underway Saturday
at 7 a.m. on the Schuylkill River. |
After blowing lead in top of the ninth, baseball team wins it in bottom of the ninth
Tuscaloosa News
TUSCALOOSA | The University of Alabama baseball team came within a pitch of winning the game in the top of the ninth inning. The Florida Gators came within a
pitch of winning in the bottom of the ninth. |
TideSports Video
Part 1
Tuscaloosa News
May 9: Guest Roger Shultz |
TideSports
Video Part 2
Tuscaloosa News
May 9: Guest Roger Shultz |
Softball team advances to SEC Tournament title game
Tuscaloosa News
BATON ROUGE, La. | Alabama got home runs from Charlotte Morgan and Whitney Larsen and a three-run seventh inning to knock off LSU 7-4 at Tiger Park on
Friday night to advance to the SEC Championship Game. |
Football player charged with public intoxication
Tuscaloosa News
TUSCALOOSA | A University of Alabama football player is in the Tuscaloosa County Jail on charges of public intoxication. |
McClain injured in motorcycle accident
Tuscaloosa News
DECATUR | University of Alabama sophomore linebacker Rolando McClain was involved in a motorcycle accident Thursday in his hometown of Decatur, but
sustained no major injuries. He was released from... |
Men's tennis team opens NCAA Tournament against Jaguars
Tuscaloosa News
TUSCALOOSA | First he had to learn what it was like to be at the University of Alabama, not to mention America and in the regular lineup for the Crimson Tide
mens tennis team. |
Paul Gattis: McClain OK after motorcycle accident
al.com
Freshman All-America linebacker Rolando McClain sustained minor injuries in a motorcycle accident Thursday, according to coach Nick Saban. |
Gentry Estes: McClain released from hospital following accident
al.com
Computer issues abound today, folks ... just now able to post this UA news released a little while ago ... |
COLLEGE FOOTBALL BEAT
The Birmingham News
ALABAMA
McClain `OK' after accident: |
Howell's pinch-hit double in ninth gives Tide win
The Birmingham News
TUSCALOOSA - In the back of Jim Wells' mind, he worried about the safety of his players. But in the moment, the Alabama coach could not have been watching
a more exhilarating spectacle. |
Sports Soundoff
Press-Register
Saturday, May 10, 2008
sports sound offs for saturday |
Tide rallies for big win
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA Fans roared as players piled on one another in the infield and fireworks exploded. Such a scene suggested the postseason, but then again, so did
the result. |
Tide walk-on arrested for public intoxication
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA Alabama walk-on wide receiver A.J. Walker was arrested early Friday morning by campus police and charged with misdemeanor public
intoxication. |
2008 SEC Softball Tournament - Final
SEC Sports
008 SEC Softball Tournament - Final |
SEC Baseball Roundup - Friday, May 9th
SEC Sports
SEC Baseball Roundup - Friday, May 9th |
Tide medical staff to monitor McClain following accident
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
Only)
Alabama coach Nick Saban said Friday that the Crimson Tide medical staff will monitor linebacker Rolando McClain after he was involved in a motorcycle accident
Thursday. |
Tide rallies in ninth to sink Florida
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
Only)
Del Howell hit a game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning to lift Alabama to a 7-6 win over Florida on Friday night. |
Summer Decision
'BamaMag
Joey Fontana hopes to attract more offers so he can commit before his senior season. |
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Alabama releases statement about McClain's motorcycle accident
Tuscaloosa News
Tuscaloosa, Ala. - University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban released the following statement Friday afternoon regarding the health of freshman
linebacker Rolando McClain, who was involved in an accident Thursday. |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Saban on McClain's bike accident: "He should be OK."
al.com
Last night, we learned some scary news: Alabama sophomore linebacker Rolando McClain was involved in a motorcycle accident. |
Record-setting RB expecting Bama offer soon
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Coach Steele told me that he should have the Alabama offer here for Gabriel in the next day or two
" |
Anthony Orr Takes the Fifth
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
The latest news with defensive tackle. |
BOLevision
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
On this week's edition of BOLevision, BamaOnline.com staffers Chase Goodbread and Travis Reier talk recruiting, Antoine Caldwell, baseball, softball and men's
golf. Check the Ultimate Ticket for this ... |
Mardrecas Hood Jr. Highlights
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
A player to watch on the Alabama recruiting radar is Pickens County athlete Mardrecas Hood. In these junior highlight clips, check out why the big receiver may
eventually find himself with an Alabama offer. |
Stacey Franklin Joins Women's Basketball Staff
RollTide.com
Alabama head women's basketball coach Wendell Hudson announced today the hiring of Stacey Franklin to the Crimson Tide coaching staff. Franklin, a former
Alabama standout, previously served as an a... |
Tide freshman walk-on arrested early this morning
Tuscaloosa News
University of Alabama walk-on football player A.J. Walker was arrested Friday morning and charged with public intoxication, according to information released on
the Web site of the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office. |
Gentry Estes: Tide walk-on arrested for public intoxication
al.com
Alabama walk-on receiver A.J. Walker was arrested this morning and charged with public intoxication. |
Paul Gattis: Tide vs. Notre Dame a possibility?
al.com
So I'm going over to the AJC as I do every day to read up on my Atlanta Braves (six in a row!) and stumbled upon this item from Tony Barnhart. |
Ian R. Rapoport: UA walk-on receiver
A.J. Walker arrested...
al.com
A heads-up on a bit of news that is on the Birmingham News' breaking news page. Alabama walk-on receiver A.J. Walker was arrested this morning on a charge of
public intoxication. |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Mal Moore on future Crimson Caravans: "We do not plan to charge for admission."
al.com
Last night in Tuscaloosa was the sixth Crimson Caravan, which means there is only one more to go. In its inaugural year, the event has been valuable. Alabama
coach Nick Saban likes it, so do most of the UA administrators, and so do the fans. But before 2009, expect some changes to the format. |
SEC schools watching Nashville athlete
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Right now, a lot of SEC schools are interested," Jefferson says. "Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Auburn, South Carolina
all of those schools
are recruiting me
" |
Staying Humble
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Escambia Running back Trent Richardson is doing his best to take all of the attention in stride. |
McCray gaining interest; remains committed
'BamaMag
Emmnuel picks up a pair of instate offers |
Memphis defender lands first two SEC offers
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
This Memphis defensive back had been waiting patiently for a much-anticipated offer from a Southeastern Conference school. On Tuesday, two such offers came
his way, changing the race for his coverage skills. Check the Ultimate Ticket for the latest on this new Tide offer. |
Baseball breakdown: Florida at Alabama
BamaOnLine
With just two series left in the SEC season, the Alabama baseball team is poised to qualify for the SEC tourney with a strong finish. Click here for BOL's preview of
UA's weekend series with Florida. |
Tony
Barnhart: Alabama-Notre Dame at the Georgia Dome?
AJC
Its Free-Wheeling Friday again when we give ourselves permission to go off topic or dream big dreams. Such as: |
Bama in the NBA
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Brittany Rogers' Seventh-Inning RBI Single Gives Tide 1-0 Win
RollTide.com
The Alabama softball team got it done when it counted on Thursday evening as the third-ranked Crimson Tide got a walk-off single from Brittany Rogers in the
seventh inning to beat Mississippi Stat... |
Women's Golf Opens Central Regional Tied for 13th Place
RollTide.com
The Alabama women's golf team opened the NCAA Central Regional Thursday with a round one score of 304 (+16) to sit in a tie with Pepperdine for 13th place.
Top seeded UCLA paces the field at the Un... |
Seniors trying to keep season alive
Tuscaloosa News
The Crimson Tide (28-22, 12-12 SEC) hosts Florida (29-18, 13-11) in a three-game series that begins tonight at 6:30. With six regular-season Southeastern
Conference games remaining, both teams are fighting for a berth in the SEC Tournament. |
TideSports Video
Tuscaloosa News
Nick Saban media conference |
TideSports Video
Tuscaloosa News
Crimson Caravan visits Tuscaloosa |
Caravan of fans
Tuscaloosa News
Nick Saban brought his philosophy of 'the process' and delivered its message to about 500 alumni and fans at the Zone in Bryant-Denny Stadium as part of the first
Crimson Caravan tour. |
Cottrell's attorneys ask for change of venue
Tuscaloosa News
University of Alabama assistant football coach Ronnie Cottrell have filed for a change of venue in their lawsuit against former recruiting analyst Tom Culpepper. |
Ian R. Rapoport: Rolando McClain "scraped up" in motorcycle accident...
al.com
Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain was involved in a motorcycle accident in Decatur last night, his former hoops teammate Jarodiaus Willingham told The Daily. |
Gentry Estes: WR signee Hood 'probably' destined for baseball
al.com
St. Paul's wide receiver Destin Hood will not enroll the first week of June with the majority of Alabama's 2008 signees. In fact, odds are that Hood won't attend UA
at all this year. |
UA's No. 3 hitter, Brandon May, uses a video camera, hours in batting cage...
The Birmingham News
... to analyze his swing and fix any problems
TUSCALOOSA - In baseball's history, no one has solved hitting. Succeeding 30 percent of the time is lauded, while failure is still the norm. |
Saban wants Crimson Caravan to be reward for fans
The Birmingham News
TUSCALOOSA - University of Alabama coach Nick Saban wants the Crimson Caravan to serve as a reward to Crimson Tide boosters in the future and not
simply be a fundraising event. |
COLLEGE BASEBALL NOTEBOOK
The Birmingham News
ALABAMA
With reservations, Hyatt gets extra day: |
Saban wants recruits on campus early
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA Summer break has vanished for the majority of Alabama's touted 2008 football signing class. |
Bentley leads Bama seniors
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA The biggest moment of Matt Bentley's senior season at Alabama occurred far from the baseball diamond. |
Weekend a big hit for Bentley
Huntsville Times
Alabama senior starter from Huntsville graduates Saturday |
Alabama advances in SEC
Huntsville Times
BATON ROUGE, La. - Freshman Kelsi Dunne pitched a shutout and Alabama overcame a slow offensive start to defeat Mississippi State 1-0 in the first round of
the SEC softball tournament. |
2007 SEC Softball Tournament - Semifinals
SEC Sports
2007 SEC Softball Tournament - Semifinals |
SEC Baseball Weekend Pitching Matchups
SEC Sports
SEC Baseball Weekend Pitching Matchups |
2008 SEC Softball Tournament - Day One
SEC Sports
2008 SEC Softball Tournament - Day One |
Streaking Tide faces challenge
Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama coach Jim Wells hopes his team can continue to show enough improvement to make a last-ditch run at the Southeastern Conference West Division title. |
Alabama 1, Miss. St. 0
Montgomery Advertiser
BATON ROUGE, La. -- Third-ranked Alabama got an RBI single from Brittany Rogers in the seventh inning to beat Mississippi State 1-0 in the opening round of
the SEC Tournament at Tiger Park. |
Caldwell, Bosley on Rimington list
Montgomery Advertiser
NEW YORK -- Alabama senior center Antoine Caldwell has been named to the 2008 Rimington Trophy 2008 Spring Watch List, an honor given annually to the
top center in college football. |
McClain scraped up in motorcycle wreck
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
Only)
Alabama sophomore linebacker Rolando McClain was involved in a motorcycle accident Thursday evening on Point Mallard Drive Southeast, said his former high
school basketball teammate Jarodiaus Willingham. |
Wells making right mound choices
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
Only)
Alabama coach Jim Wells has winning baseball games down to an exact science. Of course his logic is neither new nor innovative, but if it works it works, right? |
UA in top three for two-way lineman
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"The three schools that stick out the most right now are Alabama, Auburn and Florida State
" |
Coach Saban Upbeat At Tuscaloosa Meet
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
There were concerns as the Crimson Caravan rolled only across campus Thursday night, Nick Saban addressing Alabama fans in one of his meet-and-greet stops
with Bama fans. It was rumored ticket sales were not going well and bad weather threatened late in the afternoon. |
Big-time safety has Tide's attention
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
While the University of Alabama signed just one prospect from the Sunshine state in 2008, they have their attention set on several top Florida athletes for 2009
including a rangy, physical safety with elite offers and it appears the Tide may join the race for his signature soon. Check the Ultimate Ticket for the latest. |
Crimson Caravan: Saban talks Tide football
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
With Tuscaloosa up next on the list of stops, the Crimson Caravan didn't have far to travel in hitting the latest town on Nick Saban's spring tour. Saban addressed
reporters before the event and here's what he ... |
Saban: Summer enrollers have edge
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
Alabama coach Nick Saban met with the media Thursday prior to the latest stop of the Crimson Caravan, and touched on topics including the importance of
summer school enrollment for incoming signees, and the season opener against Clemson. Click here for more. |
Mardrecas Hood Jr. Highlights
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
A player to watch on the Alabama recruiting radar is Pickens County athlete Mardrecas Hood. In these junior highlight clips, check out why the big receiver may
eventually find himself with an Alabama offer. |
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Thursday, May 8. 2008
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Softball:
SEC Tournament: Alabama 1, Mississippi State 0
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Crimson Tide Closes Home Baseball Slate with No. 22 Florida
RollTide.com
Alabama closes out the home portion of its 2008 schedule with a three-game series against No. 22 Florida this weekend at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The series
opener is Friday, May 9 at 6:35 p.m. (CDT)... |
Rowing Ready for Season Finale at the Dad Vails Regatta
RollTide.com
The Alabama Rowing team closes out the 2008 season this weekend at the 70th Dad Vail Regatta on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, Pa. |
Gentry Estes: Peek's family appeals NCAA denial of hardship waiver
al.com
There was one small bit of fresh news from Alabama coach Nick Saban's appearance at tonight's Crimson Caravan stop at Bryant-Denny Stadium. ... |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Colin Peek denied eligibility waiver by the
NCAA, but...
al.com
Just got done speaking with Alabama coach Nick Saban before his Tuscaloosa appearance the Crimson Caravan. As usual, Saban hit on a bunch of interesting
topics, some of which you'll read in tomorrow's Birmingham News. Other stuff, you'll see here... |
CCC Player Countdown #88
Crimson Country Club (Members
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Nick Walker |
CCC Countdown to
Practice
Crimson Country Club (Members
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89 Marcel Dareus |
Antoine Caldwell Named to Rimington Trophy Watch List
RollTide.com
Alabama senior center Antoine Caldwell has been named to the 2008 Rimington Trophy 2008 Spring Watch List, an honor given annually to the top center in
college football. The nine-year old trophy is... |
Paul
Gattis: Caldwell gets preseason honor. ... again
al.com
For the third straight year, Alabama center Antoine Caldwell has been named to the Rimington Trophy preseason watch list. That award goes to the best center in
the country and is named for Dave Rimington, the former Nebraska center. |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Caldwell named to Rimington Trophy watch list
al.com
Alabama center Antoine Caldwell was named the Rimington Trophy watch list released yesterday. When the All-SEC player from Montgomery chose to return for
his senior season, coach Nick Saban said he felt like now, Caldwell would receive the recognition he deserves. |
SEC Baseball Coaches Press Conference
SEC Sports
SEC Baseball Coaches Press Conference |
Bama interested in Whitehaven linebacker
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Coach Steele from Alabama is talking about an offer," Memphis-Whitehaven head coach Rodney Saulsberry says of star linebacker Derrick Webb, a 6-0,
215-pounder with a mean streak. |
Tide on top for Tennessee OL
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Alabama speaks for itself. Growing up, you hear about their tradition and all the national championships. I think Coach Saban is on the right track
" |
Rebels remain on Randle's mind
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
Five-star wide receiver Rueben Randle has made Bastrop, La., a busy town with coaches visiting to watch the nation's No. 6-ranked prospect. Randle, however,
only visited three campuses this spring and one of those was the University of Alabama. Find out how the trip measured up by checking the Ultimate Ticket. |
Alexander meets, greets Saints brass
The Times Picayune
The Saints completed their visit with free-agent tailback Shaun Alexander on Wednesday, but he returned home to Seattle without a contract offer. |
Bama in the NBA
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Charlotte Morgan Finalist for USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year
RollTide.com
Alabama sophomore first baseman and pitcher Charlotte Morgan was named one of 10 finalists for the seventh annual USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year
Award on Wednesday presented by the Amat... |
Softball Garners Seven All-SEC Selections
RollTide.com
The Alabama softball team garnered seven All-SEC selections as well as the SEC Freshman of the Year and the SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year on Wednesday
night at the annual Southeastern Conference ... |
Rogers staying focused as Tide opens SEC Tournament
Tuscaloosa News
The third ranked University of Alabama softball team prepared to leave for the Southeastern Conference Tournament the way it has prepared for every game this
season as a business trip. |
Womens golf begins play in Central Regional
Tuscaloosa News
AUSTIN, Texas | The Alabama womens golf team makes its third straight trip to NCAA Regional competition under head coach Mic Potter with todays opening
round of the Central Regional. |
Ray Melick: APR creating class warfare within NCAA over academics
The Birmingham News
You want to get to the bottom of the APR? |
Alabama, Auburn have something to prove in SEC Softball Tournament
The Birmingham News
TUSCALOOSA - The two losses last week were a shock. |
Auburn, Alabama look to bounce back from poor SEC golf showing
The Birmingham News
Auburn coach Kim Evans knows her way around the NCAA East Regional block, and her Tigers know their way around the University of Georgia Golf Course. |
Mike Herndon: All about being hot at right time
Press-Register
Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good, the old saying goes. But in sports, on practically any level, what's best is to be hot at the right time. |
Sports Soundoff
Press-Register
This is Sports Sound Off, where you can speak your mind on anything you wish. Because of the large number of calls received, not all can be published. |
Stakes high for Tide, Tigers this weekend
Press-Register
TUSCALOOSA Last year, less than two weeks removed from the nation's No. 1 ranking, Alabama's softball team confidently gathered to discover its route to a
third straight Women's College World Series. |
Bill Bryant: Stallings honored to make Wishes come true
Huntsville Times
Gene Stallings is known for his tireless devotion to charity work, and he's got the backache to prove it. |
Tide softball team thinks big-picture
Huntsville Times
Third-ranked Alabama tuning up for NCAAs during SEC tournament |
2008 SEC Softball Tournament - Day One
SEC Sports
2008 SEC Softball Tournament - Day One
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Alabama, Florida on a roll, sure bets for softball crown
Montgomery Advertiser
In the most lopsided Southeastern Conference race since LSU and Tennessee staged a two-team race to the title in 2004, this year's race was over by midseason as
Florida (59-2, 27-1) and Alabama (49-5, 25-3) emerged as the only two teams capable of winning the conference title. |
Southern Golf Association recognizes Tide's Thompson
Montgomery Advertiser
TUSCALOOSA -- The Southern Golf Association has named University of Alabama senior golfer Michael Thompson its National Amateur of the Month for April. |
Moody teenager to be Alabama mascot 'Big Al'
St. Clair Times
Moodys Bradley Jones is a soft-spoken guy who does not bring a lot of attention to himself. But that personality changes 180 degrees when he dons the Big Al
wardrobe and he turns into the famous mascot for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide. |
Tennessee defender picks up an Alabama offer
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Coach Steele came to practice today and watched me run through drills and cover, and I guess that put the icing on the cake. After practice, I was informed that he
was giving me an offer and that I could expect a call from Coach Saban soon
" |
Florida DB claims Tide offer
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"The Alabama coach came by our school earlier this week and told my coach that they were offering me. He said I should get the written offer in the mail soon
" |
Huge Day for TN DB
'BamaMag
Growing up in the Southeast guarantees one thing: competition and plenty of it. This is the same competition that will one day be vying for the most valuable prize of
all: an SEC scholarship offer. Wednesday morning, Robinson had zero; That night he had two. The Tide and the Rebels threw their names in the hat for the versatile
DB's services and we expect the offers to start pouring in. |
SE Elite Performer:
T.J. Hoyt
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
The latest news from Lincoln, Ala. |
Wingo Looking at All Options
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
With a recent surge of offers Ronnie Wingo is taking a step back to look at all of his options
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Video Blog 5-6-2008
Crimson Country Club (Members
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Video Blog 5-6-2008 |
Tuscaloosa NIKE Camp Gallery
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
The Tuscaloosa NIKE Camp at the University of Alabama campus brought in some of the top prospects in the country. In this BOL exclusive, check out a photo
gallery of some of the top recruits in attendance, including Tide targets such as Brandon Moore, Anthony Orr and Quinton Dial. |
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Wednesday, May 7. 2008
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SEC Announces 2008 Softball Awards
SEC Sports
SEC Announces 2008 Softball Awards |
Bama moves in on Georgia DL
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Kirby Smart was here yesterday and he likes him a lot. Kirby is supposed to be back next week to watch him [practice]." |
Tide's Thompson a Finalist for Ben Hogan Award
RollTide.com
Alabama senior golfer Michael Thompson has been named one of three finalist for college golf's biggest honor, the Ben Hogan Award. It goes to the top collegiate
golfer, encompassing players from al... |
Women's Golf to Begin Play at NCAA Central Regional
RollTide.com
The University of Alabama women's golf team will make its third straight trip to NCAA Regional competition under head coach Mic Potter. The Tide will compete in
the Central Regional to be held in A... |
Ian R. Rapoport: Spring football mania...
al.com
After almost every season, reporters (such as myself) write season wrap-up stories. Obits, they are called. As spring football has really become a season unto itself,
the Birmingham News did a similar story on that season in today's paper, albeit from a national perspective. |
Gentry Estes:
Stewart receives state's highest sportscaster award
al.com
A belated congratulations goes to University of Alabama radio voice Chris Stewart, who was named the state's 2007 sportscaster of the year by the National
Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association this past weekend. |
Texas QB Talks Tuscaloosa Visit
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Ryan Mossakowski, Scout.com four-star quarterback from Frisco-Centennial, Texas, was in Tuscaloosa for the weekend and took an unofficial visit to Alabama.
Mossakowski holds nine offers including one from the Crimson Tide. He talks the latest about the trip and summer plans. |
Rivals250 receiver talks camp and recruiting
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
The receivers were the talk of the camp, as they were the most talented and deepest position present in Tuscaloosa on Saturday. One of those players hails from
McDonough (Ga.) Henry County, Jamal Patterson, and he had a pretty good day overall. |
Signee update: Boswell on the hunt
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
Alabama signee John Michael Boswell, one of three offensive linemen to ink with UA's 2008 recruiting class, spoke with BamaOnLine.com earlier this week. Check
the Ultimate Ticket for Boswell's remarks on his offseason workouts, his consistent presence as a spring practice observer, and other topics. |
Former Bama star Shultz never loses his sense of humor
Chattanooga Times Free Press
Warily eyeing the honey mustard dressing clinging to his salads lettuce leaves, Roger Shultz proclaimed, Ive got to get some vinaigrette on this before I can eat it. |
Softball to Face Mississippi State in SEC Tournament
RollTide.com
Alabama enters the 2008 SEC Tournament as the No. 2 seed after winning the SEC Western Division Championship with a 25-3 SEC record. The Crimson Tide
will play seventh-seed Mississippi State in the... |
Matt Zemek: The BCS Kangaroo Court... And You
College Football News
Let it be known that on April 30, 2008, the power brokers of college football needlessly increased their carbon footprint, enjoyed good food and drink, laughed
amongst themselves, and enjoyed some Florida sunshine, all to spend virtually two seconds shooting down a plus-one proposal. Dear reader, there is a response to
this sort of activity. It's this forgotten thing called protest. |
Opponent Overview: Arrested Development
Crimson Country Club (Members
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Lets take a look at UT
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Tide Continues Upward Trend in APR
RollTide.com
A dozen of The University of Alabama's varsity athletic teams earned a multiyear Academic Progress Rate (APR) score higher than the national average announced
by the NCAA Tuesday, including two squ... |
Tide Finds No Surprises in APR Report
Tuscaloosa News
The National Collegiate Athletic Association released its annual Academic Progress Rate report, the organization's benchmark for how well athletic programs
maintain eligibility and graduate athletes. |
T-BALL
Tuscaloosa News
Alabama-Florida game time changed for Sunday |
Alabama colleges fare well in new ranking
The Birmingham News
In the latest alternative to U.S. News & World Report's rankings of colleges and universities, the Washington, D.C.-based Center for College Affordability and
Productivity has produced a ranking system that puts three Alabama schools near the top of the heap nationally. |
No APR trouble for Tide, Tigers
Press-Register
Auburn and Alabama breezed through another academic year with no NCAA-mandated penalties and only a few close calls. |
Sports Soundoff
Press-Register
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
This is Sports Sound Off, where you can speak your mind on anything you wish. Because of the large number of calls received, not all can be published. |
Tide athletic programs raise APR rankings
Montgomery Advertiser
TUSCALOOSA -- Alabama's athletic programs continued their upward climb in the Academic Progress Rate released by the NCAA on Tuesday, including a
football program that scored above the national average. |
Tide shows progress
Decatur Daily (Subscribers
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Alabamas major athletic teams showed strong scores in the NCAAs Academic Progress Report ratings. Football, mens and womens basketball, and baseball all
ranked above a 925, meaning that there is no possibility of NCAA penalties. |
Blue-chip Ohio DL considering Alabama
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"Coach Saban told me that he wants me to come down to Alabama so I can learn more about the program. I'm going to try to make it down there..." |
TI TV for May 6
WVUA-TV
See video of the latest show on WVUA. |
Fulmer, Saban, Weis, Rodriguez and Meyer
'BamaMag
Alex Bullard says he now favors Tennessee slightly over Alabama, Notre Dame, Michigan, Florida and South Carolina. "I'm really looking at all of them," Bullard
said. "I plan to narrow down my list toward the beginning of summer. I'll probably have my five or six favorites this summer and just go from there. I'll probably take
my official visits in the fall and take my time..." |
Davis Holding Four, Expecting More
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Tucker High School standout Jonathan Davis is contemplating a summer decision. |
Armstrong Begins Spring Practice
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Seminole High School standout Ray Ray Armstrong updates his college recruitment. |
Spring Photo Album: Kellen Williams
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
With summer rapidly approaching, high school football squads across the country are finishing up their spring practices. One player working hard towards a great
senior year is Tide commit Kellen Williams. Check out this premium photo gallery of Williams on the practice field by checking the Ultimate Ticket. |
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Tuesday, May 6. 2008
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Q&A: Deshea Townsend
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Deshea Townsend is one of the wise men of the Steelers' defense. Today the soon-to-be 33-year-old corner talks to Jim Wexell about the team, the rookies, and
growing up but not old.[ |
Player's Corner: Jansen and Griffin Speak
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
Cornelius Griffin and Jon Jansen spoke with the media today after the first day of OTA's. See what they had to say about the first OTA's under head coach Jim Zorn
right here. |
Paul Gattis: APR scores show 'upward trend'
al.com
Here's the press release from UA on the APR scores released earlier today by the NCAA. AD Mal Moore described the scores as an "upward trend" as all Tide
teams surpassed the score of 925 cut-off for the first time. |
SE Elite All-Camp Team: Photo Gallery
'BamaMag (Subscribers Only)
The Under Armour/Scout.com Southeast Elite camp April 27 brought together the best players in the south. Scout.com presents the camp's top performers. |
VIDEO FEATURE: Tuscaloosa NIKE Camp
BamaOnLine (Subscribers Only)
This past weekend, the Tuscaloosa NIKE Camp at the UA football facilities showcased some of the top talent in the country. In this premium video feature,
Rivals.com recruiting expert Barry Every recaps some of the top participants, including camp phenoms and Alabama targets Brandon Moore and Chance
Warmack. |
Men's Track Adds One of the Nation's Best Preps in the High Jump
RollTide.com
Head men's track and field coach Harvey Glance announced the signing of standout high jumper Michael Edwards (Kissimmee, Fla.). The England native and
Poinciana High School standout will begin jump... |
Alabama-Florida Game Moved to 1:05 p.m. start on Sunday
RollTide.com
The University of Alabama announced today that Sunday's baseball game with the University of Florida has been moved up one hour, and will now start at 1:05 p.m.
(CDT), to accommodate the Gators' tr... |
Ian R. Rapoport: Alabama's Academic Progress Rate (APR): All good...
al.com
Sure, it's not football season, but how about some football news? OK, it also relates to every other sport on campus. The NCAA released its new Academic
Progress Rate today, and the University of Alabama came out pretty good. |
Gentry Estes:
All Tide sports teams pass APR inspection
al.com
The University of Alabama athletics department didn't have any trouble during the annual NCAA review of school's academic performance and retention, known as
the Academic Progress Rate. |
Paul Gattis: Alabama in good standing in NCAA's academic report
al.com
The Alabama athletic department had no sports below the minimum cut-off score of 925, according to the NCAA's Academic Progress Report (APR) released
today. |
Paul Gattis: Some 'Major' issues to ponder
al.com
A standing O to the readers of and posters to the Chatter. I've said it before but it's always worth a rerun: Y'all make this a destination site for those following
Alabama sports and that's wonderful. It's very much appreciated. |
Ian R.
Rapoport: Who is this Vann Stuedeman character, anyway?
al.com
I love football season as much as the next guy. More, in some cases. It's exciting as a college football fan and intense as a journalist. But one nice thing now is that I
get to spotlight different subjects that also deserve attention. |
This
Week In SEC Baseball - May 6th
SEC Sports
This Week In SEC Baseball - May 6th |
North Carolina standout still high on Tide
Tider Insider (Subscribers Only)
"I have four teams -- South Carolina, Clemson, Alabama and Florida -- that are definitely in my top five. Tennessee and NC State are two that I am deciding
between for my fifth spot
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