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Truesdell and Loy returning in 2021

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 5

Tyrone Truesdell and Grant Loy are returning to Auburn in 2021. The pair are using the extra year of eligibility that the NCAA granted to its athletes because of the pandemic affected season.

Auburn gymnastics faces a Tiger versus Tiger battle on the Plains

By Mattison Allen | Sports Writer | February 5

“We took advantage of the bye week,” Graba said. “We did give them one day off and tried to let them rest up. We got some people back, partially back or hopefully on the way to getting fully back from being on the outside looking in. I think we’re stronger this week."

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Auburn soccer announces spring schedule

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | February 5

Auburn soccer announced its schedule for the 2021 spring season on Friday. Auburn will open its season on Feb. 19 against Kennesaw State at the Auburn Soccer Complex.

3-star running back Jarquez Hunter signs with Auburn

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 5

Auburn added some depth to its running back room on Friday with the signing of 3-star running back Jarquez Hunter. Hunter is the 18th signee in Auburn's 2021 recruiting class.

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Auburn defeated by No. 2 South Carolina 77-58

By Caleb Jones | Sports Reporter | February 4

“You can definitely see why South Carolina is the [No. 2] team in the country,” said head coach Terri Williams-Flournoy. “They’re very good, and they get you at so many positions. They’re tough to guard, and starting out in the first quarter like we did, that doesn’t really help you plan against the [No. 2] team in the country.”

Harsin signs six on National Signing Day

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor and Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | February 3

On Wednesday, Bryan Harsin and Auburn signed six players to its 2021 recruiting class. The Tigers now have signed 17 total players to their 2021 class. Here’s some info on each player that signed on Wednesday and what Harsin had to say about them.

Live Tracker: Auburn finalizes 2021 class on National Signing Day

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor and Christian Clemente | Assistant Sports Editor | February 3

Follow along for live updates throughout the day as Auburn receives National Letters of Intent from players in the class of 2021 on National Signing Day.

Auburn suffers 'frustrating' loss to Georgia

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | February 2

“Very frustrating," Pearl said. "They were beating us with their dominant hands. We weren’t locked into the scouting report. So it was very, very frustrating."

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Auburn looking to pull off season sweep against improved Georgia

By Henry Zimmer | Sports Writer | February 2

After taking the first matchup of the season, Bruce Pearl and Auburn are searching for a season sweep with Georgia coming into town on Tuesday night.

Tigers land 3-star 2021 JUCO linebacker

By Caleb Jones | Sports Reporter | February 1

Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin has added another player to his arsenal. Joko Willis, a 3-star JUCO linebacker in the class of 2021, has committed to Auburn.

3-star 2022 QB Holden Geriner commits to Auburn

By Jake Gonzalez | Sports Writer | February 1

On Monday, Auburn added another piece to its 2022 recruiting class in 3-star quarterback Holden Geriner.

Auburn lands 3-star 2021 offensive tackle

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | February 1

On Sunday, Auburn landed its first high school commitment in the Bryan Harsin era with 2021 3-star offensive tackle Colby Smith.

Auburn unable to overcome Arkansas offense in loss

By Dylan Fox | Sports Writer | January 31

“The energy was there,” said Auburn head coach Terri Williams-Flournoy. “It was there yesterday in practice, it was there this morning in shootaround. They’re right there. They’re really working hard to get a win.”

Baylor's backcourt too much for Tigers in 84-72 loss

By Caleb Jones | Sports Reporter | January 30

Despite efforts from Jaylin Williams and company, the Bears claimed an 84-72 victory over Auburn in this year’s Big 12/SEC Challenge. “It’s a bit of a gauge for where we’re at,” said head coach Bruce Pearl. “We’re close, we’re improving. But we’re not where we need to be or where I want us."