Sports

Defense stands tall in crunch time against Jacksonville State

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 12

Auburn was far from great defensively on Saturday against Jacksonville State, and many would say they were far from good. Despite the struggles throughout the game, however, Auburn’s defense stepped up when it mattered to help the Tigers defeat the Gamecocks, 27-20.

Cross-country shines in Furman Classic

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 12

The Auburn cross-country teams opened the season with solid performances at the Furman Classic.

Auburn students are ecstatic during the final Auburn touchdown of the game against Georgia on November 16, 2013. (Jenna Burgess / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR)

Column: Response to band no longer playing reverse Rammer Jammer

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 11

"Rammer Jammer, Yellowhammer, go to hell, Alabama." The Auburn Athletic Department will no longer allow Auburn family members to proudly chant these words on game day to the tune of the "Hey Song".

Peyton Barber stepping up in running back competition

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 11

Peyton Barber has waited three years for a chance to be Auburn’s go-to guy at running back, and if his performance in Auburn’s opening game against Louisville is any indication, his time may finally be here.

Muschamp pleased with performance against Louisville, continues to prep for Jacksonville State

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | September 9

Will Muschamp spoke to the media for the first time since Auburn's win over Louisville on Saturday, Sept. 5.

Defense already making strides under Muschamp

By Nathan Deal | Sports Writer | September 9

After only one game, it's evident that Auburn's defense is already making considerable strides under Will Muschamp.

Week Two: Games to Watch

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 9

Oklahoma at Tennessee, 5 p.m.: Each team ran over inferior teams in week one, so it’s still to be determined how they will fare in an early test against another Power-5 conference team.

Football remains No. 6 in AP poll

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 8

Auburn was one of ten SEC teams in the top 25 of the poll, which is a record for most ranked teams from a single conference.

Soccer advances in rankings, Faulkner named player of the week

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 8

After matching its best start in school history, Auburn Soccer has advanced to No. 9 in the nation in the National Soccer Coaches Association of America Poll.

Auburn offense focused on correcting mistakes and improving

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 7

Rhett Lashlee's confidence in the offense isn't wavering despite the shaky performance on Saturday against Louisville.

Daniel Carlson named SEC special teams player of the week

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 7

Carlson recorded six touchbacks and booted a career-long 56-yard field goal in the second quarter of the Tigers’ 31-24 victory.

Auburn remains undefeated in final game of home stand

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 7

More than 330 fans made their way to the Auburn Soccer Complex Sunday afternoon to witness their No.11 ranked Tigers extend their undefeated streak to 6.

Volleyball falls to Georgia Tech in four sets

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 7

Auburn dropped its second game in a row, as the visiting Tigers fell to Georgia Tech for their second loss in a row.

Tigers down Louisville 31-24 behind stingy defensive performance

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | September 6

Auburn topped Louisville 31-24 in a game where the Tigers were led by their defense and the offense uncharacteristically struggled.

Scoop-and-score was a special moment for Justin Garrett

By Evan McCullers | Assistant Sports Editor | September 6

Garrett has struggled at times with injuries during his five seasons at Auburn, but he started at linebacker against Louisville and made one of the biggest plays of the game.

Soccer victorious in toughest matchup of the season thus far

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | September 5

Three days after climbing to the No.11 spot in national rankings, Auburn Soccer faced their toughest matchup of the season thus far. The Tigers were victorious Friday night against a challenging Samford Bulldog soccer team, keeping their undefeated record in tact.