Sports

Reese Dismukes: An indispensable leader

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 3

He may not play the most glamorous position on the football field, but senior center Reese Dismukes may be the most indispensable player on the team, according to Auburn coaches. After a team-high 41 career starts, Dismukes has become crucial to the Tigers' success.

Freshman Alexa Wishard takes aim at collegiate hockey

By Patrick Lucas | Sports Writer | October 2

"I didn't think that I would like playing hockey," Wishard said. "There was this little clinic, and they said I could try (hockey) for free just to see if I'd like it ... I was out there about five minutes and I was like, yep, this is where I need to be."

Auburn vs. LSU: What factors to watch for

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | October 2

Auburn (4-0) notched its 300th all-time win in Jordan-Hare Stadium and extended its non-conference home-game winning streak to 25 after knocking off Louisiana Tech 45-17 last Saturday, Sept. 27. Now, Auburn prepares to host 15th-ranked LSU (4-1) Saturday night, Oct. 4, in a primetime SEC West matchup that will have major implications on the national playoff picture.

The tailgate is free and open to the public. It will be located in the Gay Street parking lot from 12-3 p.m.

Southern Living and Cobblestone Bread Co. partner up to tailgate

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | October 2

Southern Living is coming to Auburn to set up a tailgate for their Southern Living Tailgate Tour. The tour involves the Southern Living test kitchen and the Cobblestone Bread Co. food truck working together to visit three different SEC college towns: Auburn; Columbia, South Carolina; and Athens, Georgia.

"Roc" solid Thomas making strides at running back

By Patrick Lucas | Sports Writer | October 2

According to Thomas, he has been learning from the experienced starters Artis-Payne and Grant at practice and during games. "They have way more experience in the offense than I do," Thomas said. "I just try to listen to them and learn all I can from those guys." Thomas said he is comfortable with his current role in the offense and understands his time will eventually come.

Volleyball picks up first conference win over Georgia

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 2

"We wanted to win our first SEC game, and I think we were ready to go," Breanna Barksdale said. "We wanted to get that first win of the conference."

Notes and quotes: Gus Malzahn October 1st press conference

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 1

Gus Malzahn kept with "Auburn fast" theme tonight. His final media appearance before Saturday's game against LSU lasted less than four minutes.

Former football player testifies in University Heights trial

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | October 1

Former Auburn University football players Eric Mack and DeAngelo Benton were called to the witness stand yesterday for the Desmonte Leonard murder trial. Leonard is on trial for the capital murder of former Auburn football players Ladarious Phillips, Ed Christian, and DeMario Pitts.

Malzahn, Tigers expecting 'same old LSU'

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | October 1

With uncertainty at the quarterback position compounded by a rare home loss to Mississippi State, LSU currently sits in an unfamiliar position: As an underdog to Auburn.

Tigers finish second at Primland Collegiate Invitational

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | September 30

The Auburn Men's Golf team placed second at the Primland Collegiate Invitational after shooting 37-under 827, the second lowest tournament total in school history, Tuesday.

Quan Bray's first touchdown of the night against LA Tech. Sarah May / PHOTOGRAPHER.

Bray picks up SEC Special Teams Player of the Week

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | September 29

Against the Bulldogs, Bray had his second punt-return touchdown of the 2014 season, a 76-yard scamper in the 4th quarter that extended the Tigers lead to 38-10.

Rhett Lashlee high-fives fans at Tiger Walk at Kansas State. (FILE PHOTO)

Offense will try to avoid slow start against LSU

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | September 29

Gus Malzahn's HUNH offense has been a victim of a few slow starts this season. The Tigers struggled mightily on third down against Louisiana Tech in the first half, even with their number one national ranking on third down conversions. The Tigers were 6 of 14 on third down against the Bulldogs.

Katy Frerking drives to the basket against Georgia.

Sophomore sharpshooter hopes to raise the bar in 2015

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 29

When it comes to impact freshmen, Auburn enjoyed its fair share of talented recruits last season, but often overlooked were the accomplishments of Katie Frerking, the 6-foot-1, sharpshooting sophomore for the women's basketball team.

Volleyball swept in second straight match against Top-25 opponent

September 28

Sunday's and Friday's loss to No. 10 Florida makes it the second straight match the Tigers have been defeated by a Top-25 team.

Defense improving in second year of Johnson's system

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | September 28

"I think we're starting to find how we're going to have to do it," Johnson said. "I don't feel like we're any closer to developing a really good four-man pass rush. We're still trying to find that right combination. It's an area that's got to keep improving."

Close loss at Kentucky keeps soccer winless in conference play

September 28

A second half goal by Kentucky gave them the lead, and Auburn was unable to answer in the last 20 minutes.

Tigers stay put in polls after homecoming win

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | September 28

After a blowout win against Louisiana Tech Saturday, Auburn is holding steady in the polls.

HIGHLIGHT VIDEO: This Week in Sports | Post Game AU vs. LA Tech

Plainsman sports editor Eric Wallace, assistant sports editor Kyle Van Fechtmann, and sports writer CJ Holmes give you the highlights and more from the AU vs. LA Tech.

Fourth quarter offense helps fuel 45-17 victory over LA Tech

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | September 27

Although Auburn was leading 24-10 after putting up only 58 total yards of offense in the third quarter, their offense took off in the fourth as Quan Bray helped seal the victory with his 44-yard touchdown pass followed by his 75-yard punt return touchdown.

Auburn leads LA Tech 24-3 at halftime

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | September 27

After one half Auburn leads Louisiana Tech 24-3 with 249 total yards compared to 155 total yards from the Bulldogs. Nick Marshall is leading the way for the Tigers on offense with 94 rushing yards and is also 6-for-9 with two touchdown passes and 98 passing yards.