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Auburn falls to Arkansas 2-1 for first loss of the season

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | October 31

On Friday, No. 15 Auburn fell to No. 7 Arkansas, 2-1 on the road for its first loss of the season.  

Auburn running game faces tough test against LSU

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | October 30

“[This week’s game] is very important,” said junior offensive lineman Brodarious Hamm. “It can set the momentum. We just want to get on that road and be able to show everybody we can compete.”

‘So unique’: J.J. Pegues continuing to expand role

By Harrison Tarr | Sports Reporter | October 30

J.J. Pegues has already made an impression on the Auburn fanbase with his unique skill set this season. Chris Cutcliffe, Pegues' high school coach, believes Pegues is just scratching the surface of what he can do for the Tigers.

Auburn volleyball breaks program record in loss to South Carolina

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | October 30

Auburn took on South Carolina Thursday for the second match in a two-match series. The Tigers lost the match 3-1 but set a program record for the most blocks in four-sets with 17. 

Auburn secondary approaching full strength

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | October 29

“I feel like the secondary is finally coming together with no injuries and whatever, so I feel like we’re going to do great as long as we communicate and play with the right technique.”

Volleyball loses first match on the road against South Carolina

By Ashley Birdsong | Sports Writer | October 29

Auburn volleyball had its first road match of the 2020 season and fell short in a three-set sweep to South Carolina Wednesday. The Tigers will get another opportunity against South Carolina on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 3:30 p.m. CST. 

No. 14 Auburn has 'disappointing' 1-1 draw with Kentucky

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | October 25

“For our team, we’re disappointed with the result,” said head coach Karen Hoppa. “We need to learn from this game. We’ve got a young group. We’re going to get better and make some adjustments and look to improve from this game before we play again.”

Nix-to-Williams wins it again for Auburn

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | October 24

The connection between Bo Nix and Seth Williams has always been there, and against Ole Miss, the tandem’s effectiveness was in full effect during the 35-28 victory.

Auburn's 'energizer bunny' K.J. Britt helps inspire Tigers to 35-28 victory

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 24

"It was really good. K.J.'s one of our team leaders, and just to have him back is a blessing for us," Pappoe said. "In the locker room, in the hotel, on the way here, he's just that energizer bunny for us, just keeping us pumped."

Behind Enemy Bylines — The Daily Mississippian

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 23

Ahead of Auburn's matchup with Ole Miss, The Auburn Plainsman reached out to The Daily Mississippian's assistant sports editor, James Minzesheimer, for a Q&A previewing this year’s Rebels team. Here’s what he had to say prior to the matchup.

Volleyball sees improvement; ultimately swept by Florida on Thursday

By Ashley Birdsong | Sports Writer | October 23

For the second-straight night, Auburn volleyball fell in a three-set sweep to Florida on Thursday.   However, Brent Crouch did notice improvements from the team. "It was a really nice step forward on the defensive side,” Crouch said.

Jamal Johnson ready to show what he can do in junior year

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | October 23

Jamal Johnson is one of Auburn’s three upperclassmen on this year’s roster, and as a veteran, his role and leadership will have to expand in the Tigers’ young backcourt. 

‘He’s going to bounce back,’ Nix ready to roll against Rebels

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 22

“He’s going to bounce back,” Brahms said. “He’s so positive. I don’t think he lets the noise get to him, honestly, so I see him bouncing back.”

Malzahn, Tigers prepare for new-look Rebels

By Harrison Tarr | Sports Reporter | October 22

“Obviously, when you lose a game, you have to bounce back,” Malzahn said. “So yeah, it’s a very important game.”

Running back room approaching full strength

By Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | October 22

As Auburn prepares for a matchup with Ole Miss, its running back room -- led by Tank Bigsby -- continues to get healthier and closer to full strength.

Pearl turns to veterans to fill leadership roles

By Harrison Tarr | Sports Reporter | October 22

As tipoff draws closer for Bruce Pearl and the Tigers, questions surrounding the roster’s young nature arise. The seventh-year head coach is looking toward players with limited experience to fill leadership roles in a year in which the Tigers have no seniors on their active roster. Sophomores Jaylin ...

Auburn volleyball swept by Florida in season opener

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | October 22

As Auburn volleyball begins a new era under its new head coach, the Tigers showed that it will be a process, losing their season opener to No. 4 Florida in a three-set sweep. 

New year, new team for Bruce Pearl and Tigers

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | October 21

“We have 12 guys on scholarship, 10 of them are underclassmen, freshmen and sophomores,” Pearl said. “This is the youngest team I’ve had since I’ve been a Division I basketball coach.”