Sports

Video board undergoing sound system testing this week

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | August 19

The new video board at Jordan-Hare Stadium will undergo a variety of sound tests from Aug. 17-21.

Auburn golfers compete at US Amateur at Olympia Fields Country Club

By Evan McCullers | Sports Reporter | August 19

Auburn sent three current golfers and one former golfer to the U.S. Amateur in Olympia Fields, Illinois, this week, but none of the four advanced to the match play portion of the tournament.

Conference basketball schedule released

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | August 19

Auburn men's basketball's conference schedule was released Wednesday, with the home opener being nationally televised for the first time in program history.

Guard and center positions still up for grabs

By Evan McCullers | Sports Reporter | August 19

With approximately two weeks left until kickoff between Auburn and Louisville, the Tigers' coaching staff is still deliberating on starters at several offensive line positions.

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Malzahn "not real pleased" with practice

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | August 18

Gus Malzahn was "not real pleased" with Auburn's practice on Monday.

Barber's time is now

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | August 17

Peyton Barber is ready to claim the starting running back spot.

Barber and Thomas emerging in running back competition

By Evan McCullers | Sports Reporter | August 17

Two running backs are beginning to separate themselves from the pack in the battle for the starting running back job.

Philip Lutzenkirchen remembered and honored at Lutzie Field dedication

By Evan McCullers | Sports Reporter | August 16

Lassiter High School, the late Philip Lutzenkirchen’s alma mater, held a ceremony to dedicate Lutzie Field on Friday, Aug. 14.

Soccer completes final exhibition; heads west

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | August 16

A goal in the final minute gave the Mercer Bears a 2-1 victory over Auburn in Saturday's exhibition game.

Five-star guard Heron commits to Auburn

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | August 16

Auburn's 2016 recruiting class got a huge boost Sunday, as five-star guard Mustapha Heron committed to Bruce Pearl and the Tigers.

Second fall scrimmage "closer" than first

By Sam Butler | Sports Editor | August 15

Auburn's second scrimmage was "closer" than the first, according to coach Gus Malzahn.

Improving offensive line "not ready" for season start

By Emily Shoffit | Sports Editor | August 14

Auburn's offensive line is "getting better every day" under the direction of Coach J.B. Grimes.

Running back competition still in swing

By Lauren Christopher | Sports Editor | August 14

With a set starting quarterback in Jeremy Johnson, the Tigers’ running game is left dependent on the top running back candidates to step up.

Tigers settling position battles, developing chemistry as fall camp begins

By Evan McCullers | Sports Reporter | August 14

Auburn began fall practice on Tuesday, Aug. 4, in preparation for a season with high expectations. Several positions battles have emerged early in fall camp, while players at positions where starters are already decided have focused on improvement and developing chemistry with their teammates.