Sports

Missed opportunities haunt Auburn as Tigers fall to Vanderbilt in Jordan-Hare upset

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | November 2

Auburn suffered a 17-7 loss to Vanderbilt in a game defined by missed opportunities, despite outgaining the Commodores offensively. Ineffective third-down conversions and special teams mistakes ultimately prevented Auburn from taking control, giving Vanderbilt its first win in Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Dreadful offensive performance leads Auburn to first ever home loss to Vanderbilt

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | November 2

Another dreadful offensive performance finds Hugh Freeze and the Tigers on the losing end of a fourth straight home conference game as Auburn falls to 3-6 overall in a 17-7 loss to Vanderbilt.

Auburn equestrian goes on the road, defeats No. 4 Oklahoma State

By Morgan Sims | Sports Writer | November 2

The No.1 Auburn equestrian team remains undefeated as they knocked off No. 4 Oklahoma State with a 13-7 victory on Friday.

Writers' Roundtable: Can Auburn win a second straight SEC game?

By Sports Staff | November 2

As the Tigers return home to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday afternoon to take on the Vanderbilt Commodores, our sports staff answered a few questions on what to expect from Auburn as it tries to keep its bowl hopes alive.

Newcomers have strong home debut in Auburn's exhibition win over FAU

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | November 1

Auburn men's basketball concluded its preseason with a decisive 102-70 victory over FAU, fueled by strong performances from newcomers Miles Kelly, Jahki Howard, Tahaad Pettiford and JP Pegues.

Plainsman Picks: Vanderbilt

By Sports Staff | November 1

As the Tigers go for a second straight SEC win this Saturday, here's what some of our staff has to say about the matchup between Auburn and Vanderbilt, complete with score predictions and analysis.

Players to watch, keys to victory: Vanderbilt

By Luke McClure | Sports Writer | November 1

Auburn aims to build on its recent victory against Kentucky as it faces Vanderbilt, a surprising SEC opponent this season. Here are the players to watch and the keys to victory for both teams ahead of Saturday's matchup.

Auburn faces LSU in first round of SEC women's soccer tournament

By Caroline Roberts | Sports Writer | November 1

The SEC women's soccer tournament kicks off on November 3, with Auburn (12-2-4) taking on LSU (8-7-3) in the first round. With a strong offensive and defensive performance this season, Auburn looks to build on its previous 4-0 victory over LSU.

Through the Years: Auburn vs Vanderbilt

By Albert Osorio | Sports & News Writer | October 31

Ahead of this weekend’s clash, we take a look at a collection of previous contests played between Auburn and Vanderbilt throughout the years.

Newcomer nod: Syriah Daniels

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | October 31

The Auburn Plainsman is highlighting each of Auburn's men's and women's basketball newcomers entering the 2024-25 season. Today, high school signee Syriah Daniels gets the nod.

Positional Preview: Forwards

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | October 31

Auburn returns a majority of its production at the four spot from a season ago, adding a few key pieces to help replace Jaylin Williams.

Players talk strategy, mindset prior to Vanderbilt matchup

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | October 31

Coming off of a big win against Kentucky, their first SEC win this season, Auburn’s players are confident going into this weekend’s game against Vanderbilt.

No. 2 Auburn takes down No. 11 Georgia Tech to win East Lake Championship

By Tyler Cox | Sports Writer | October 31

The Tigers defeated the No. 11 Yellow Jackets 3-2 in the final match to secure the 2024 East Lake Championship and close out their fall schedule.

Auburn falls to Ole Miss, marks fifth consecutive loss

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | October 31

Auburn volleyball faced off Ole Miss in Neville Arena, and despite Auburn's impressive defense, the Tigers fell short losing in four sets, 3-1.

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Auburn set to kickstart season against LaGrange, Southern Illinois

By Madelyn Marsh | Sports Writer | October 30

Auburn women's basketball is set to start the 2024-25 season over the next week facing off against exhibition opponent, LaGrange, and the season opener against Southern Illinois.

Round three: Hugh Freeze versus Diego Pavia and Jerry Kill

By Craig Noyes | Sports Writer | October 30

Following two straight losses to the pair of Diego Pavia and Jerry Kill, Hugh Freeze will look to win a third matchup against the two in Auburn's matchup with Vanderbilt on Saturday.

Players' Perspective: What worked in Auburn's win against Kentucky

By Marshall Downing | Sports Writer | October 30

Tuesday afternoon, several Auburn players detailed their successes against Kentucky and how it can translate to the Tigers' upcoming matchup with Vanderbilt this Saturday.

Positional Preview: Guards

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | October 30

The Auburn Plainsman highlights Auburn men's basketball's guards ahead of the start to the 2024-25 season in the first positional preview.

Auburn hires Georgia Southern athletics director Jared Benko

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | October 30

Auburn Athletics announced the hiring of Georgia Southern athletics director Jared Benko as the executive deputy athletic director at Auburn Wednesday morning.

Auburn volleyball looks to snap four-game losing streak to Ole Miss

By Morgan Sims | Sports Writer | October 29

After a tough loss on the road against South Carolina on Sunday afternoon, the Tigers seek a win on its home court against the Ole Miss Rebels.