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A softball player in an orange uniform with "AUBURN" written on it runs towards home plate, while a teammate in a striped outfit prepares to catch.

Softball set to begin SEC play at home this weekend

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 6

After a non-conference slate in which they recorded two wins against ranked opponents and boasted a solid record of 17-6, the Auburn Tigers Softball Team looks forward to hosting the 18-4 Kentucky Wildcats this weekend to begin SEC play for the squad.

Auburn eliminated from SEC Tournament with 73-57 loss to Ole Miss

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | March 5

Larry Vickers’ first year as Auburn women’s basketball head coach came to a fitting end Thursday night as the Tigers fell 73-57 to Ole Miss in the second round of the SEC Tournament.

The Auburn Women's Basketball team high fives Alabama state after Auburn wins the game at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala. on Nov. 8, 2025.

Auburn stuns Texas A&M to keep season alive in gritty SEC Tournament opener

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 4

Auburn knocked off Texas A&M 50-49, securing the school’s first tournament win in nearly two years.

Tahaad Pettiford flies to the basket for a dunk against LSU on March 3, 2026

Auburn Tigers take down the LSU Tigers on senior night in Neville Arena

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | March 4

The Auburn Tigers took down the LSU Tigers in a much-needed win at home to move their conference record to 7-10. The Tigers took a lead late in the first half and never looked back, winning by a score of 88-74 on their senior night in Neville Arena.

A baseball player in a blue jersey is in a pitching stance on the mound, while a runner in a gray uniform heads towards first base.

No. 7 Auburn baseball defeats Samford behind dominant pitching efforts

By Will Dembo | Sports Writer | March 3

Auburn plated runs early and often Tuesday evening to continue its winning ways inside Plainsman Park with a midweek 6-2 victory over Samford.

Two female basketball players are positioned close together, one preparing to shoot while the other looks on defensively.

Auburn women's basketball to battle Texas A&M to open 2026 SEC Tournament

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | March 3

Auburn women's basketball is set to face Texas A&M in the opening round of the 2026 SEC Tournament on Wednesday in Greenville, S.C.

A basketball player in a white jersey pulls a shirt over his mouth while other players and a cheering crowd are in the background.

Auburn basketball set for must-win senior night showdown against LSU

By Will Dembo | Sports Writer | March 2

Following yet another tough loss, Auburn basketball looks to conclude its home slate inside Neville Arena on a winning note as it welcomes fellow Tiger squad LSU to town for a crucial must-win contest on Tuesday night.

Auburn tennis succumbs to Mississippi State, shuts out Eastern Kentucky

By Asher Cassee | Sports Writer | March 2

The No. 18 Tigers suffered their first conference loss of the season at the hands of No. 5 Mississippi State on Sunday, later punctuating their weekend doubleheader with a dominant shutout performance against Eastern Kentucky.

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Auburn baseball hosts Samford in midweek clash

By Asher Cassee | Sports Writer | March 2

Following a high-octane series victory against Nebraska, the Tigers are set to continue their nine-game homestand with a Tuesday contest against the Samford Bulldogs.

Tigers clean up at Track and Field SEC Championships

By Raegan Batten | Sports Writer | March 2

This weekend, Auburn University Track & Field hit the ground running at Bryan-College Station, Texas, for the three-day 2026 SEC Indoor Track and Field Championships. There were four personal records, two facility records, two state records, and one college record overall. Three athletes took home an individual title on the last, but certainly not the least, day of the championship meet.

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The Tigers and the Tide: The history of the Iron Bowl

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | March 2

The Iron Bowl is the most important game of the regular season for all Alabama residents and carries great weight for many other college football fans across the country. The rivalry is often heralded as one of the best — if not, the best — in college football.

A football player in a red uniform is being tackled by several opponents in a crowded stadium during a game.

Auburn's football rivalries throughout history

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | March 2

Throughout all the years of Auburn football, the Tigers have had many rivalries with other SEC schools. Here are some of the most notable football rivalries, inactive or current, in Auburn history:

Tigers take four at Moore Tournament, tested by Virginia Tech

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | March 2

Auburn went 4-2 at the Jane B. Moore Memorial Tournament this weekend, earning two wins over Troy (W 8-7, W 10-4) and USC Upstate (W 13-5, W 2-1). However, the Tigers fell to No. 11 Virginia Tech, losing two games (L 9-5, L 6-2). This tournament tested the Tigers' late-game momentum and showed off their early offense.