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Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs. No. 1 Houston

No. 22 Auburn is set to face No. 1 Houston this afternoon at Legacy Arena. Here's what our staff expects of the upcoming matchup: Reid Farris, Assistant Sports Editor: Houston 87-82 Auburn's squad is full of talent and fight which will certainly give the high ranked Cougars a run for their money but ...

Josiah Gilbert at practice on the driving range.

More than a swing: The mechanics of golf

Despite its reputation as a hobby for Florida retirees or wealthy businessmen, golf is quite a difficult sport to play competitively. Driving the ball down the range takes strength and power, and putting takes focus and precision. While the swing looks like one fluid motion, there’s so much more that goes into the movement. In a recent interview, Auburn golfer Josiah Gilbert broke down the basic mechanics of a golf swing and how each factor plays into his game.

Football

Get to know: No. 16 Vanderbilt

For years, Vanderbilt football was the one game the rest of the SEC would circle on their schedule — not as a challenge, but as a confidence booster. It was a chance to rack up stats and give backups some playing time. Those days, however, are long gone.