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Cross Country finishes third overall at the SEC Championships

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | October 31

The Auburn men's cross country team finished third at the SEC Championships on Friday at the Harry Pritchett Running Course.

Former Auburn swimmer selected as Rhodes Scholar finalist

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 31

A former Auburn swimmer has been selected for an opportunity to study at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. Senior biomedical sciences major TJ Leon joined Auburn graduate Azeem Ahmed as the second Auburn student finalist for the Rhodes scholarship this year, the university announced Thursday. As the 2013-14 team captain, Leon was named 2014 SEC Men's Swimming and Diving Male Scholar Athlete of the Year. He also helped the Tigers win the NCAA title in 2013 by swimming on the 200 freestyle relay team. The five-time All-American was an Olympic Trials Qualifier in 2012.

VIDEO: This Week in Sports | 10.31.14

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor , Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor and David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 31

This week plainsman assistant sports editor Kyle Van Fechtmann and sports reporter David McKinney analyze Auburn's upcoming football game against Ole Miss and Auburn soccer's success.

Pearl summons inner Malzahn at 'The Pearl Jam'

By Patrick Lucas | Sports Writer | October 30

In an attempt to garner hype for a season that some have said will be the start of a new era in Auburn Basketball, the basketball staff decided to open practice to students and fans for a night dubbed "The Pearl Jam."

Mason ready for SEC competition

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 30

The nation's leading returning scorer knew he could put up big numbers again in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, but came to the SEC because he wanted to test his talents against the best.

Editorial: Coaches, get your heads out of the game

By Editorial Staff | Fall 2014 | October 30

Bruce Pearl became the head basketball coach last April and has already established himself as one of the most involved coaches on campus. In an attempt to stir interest in Auburn's basketball program, Pearl has often been seen throughout campus participating in different events.

No shakers with stick handles allowed at Ole Miss

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 29

Auburn fans making the trip to Oxford this weekend will not be able to carry shakers with stick handles into Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Saturday night for the Tigers' matchup with No. 4 Ole Miss.

A view of Lake Saugahatchee from the 18th green of the Lake course at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Grand National.

Auburn's Sophia Schubert wins Alamo Invitational

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | October 29

Auburn's Sophia Schubert shot a seven-under-par Tuesday to win the individual competition at the Alamo Invitational at Brigg Ranch Golf Club.

Club Soccer ready for regionals

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | October 29

The Auburn men's club soccer team wrapped up their regular season Sunday, Oct. 19, with a 2-0 win over Memphis and now looks forward to regionals in North Carolina this weekend.

Nova gazes out over the stadium after her traditional pre-game flight around Jordan-Hare.

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Auburn gets third spot in first CFB Playoff rankings

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 28

The first ever College Football Playoff rankings were released Tuesday night and Auburn took the third spot. Filling out the rest of the top four were Mississippi State at 1, Florida State at 2 and Ole Miss at 4. So, if the season were to end today, Auburn would be participating in this year's inaugural playoff by way of a match up against last year's national championship opponent Florida State.

Gus Malzahn reacts to beating South Carolina.

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Malzahn talks Rebel defense on his 49th birthday

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 28

Head coach Gus Malzahn talked about a stout Ole Miss defense on his 49th birthday at his weekly press conference Tuesday. It will be the first ever meeting of top-10 teams in Oxford, Mississippi as Auburn (6-1, 3-1 SEC) takes on Ole Miss (7-1, 4-1 SEC) Saturday at 6 p.m. The Rebels' defense has scored almost as many touchdowns as they have allowed this season.

Kala Faulkner. Anna Grafton / PHOTO EDITOR

Kala Faulkner named SEC Defensive Player of the Week

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | October 28

Auburn defender Kala Faulkner was named SEC Defensive Player of the Week and was selected to TopDrawerSoccer.com's Team of the Week following her performances against Mississippi State and Alabama this past weekend. This is the first award for the junior in her career, and the first time since 2012 that an Auburn player has been awarded SEC Defensive Player of the Week.

Basketball lands two on top-100 list

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 28

SBNation.com released their pre-season top 100 players list Tuesday, and two Auburn players made the list. Coming in at 99 was senior guard K.T. Harrell , who led the Tigers in scoring in elven games last year after transferring from Virginia in 2012 and redshirting that season at Auburn. Harrell averaged 18.3 points per game last year.

VIDEO: Player interviews from after the AU vs USC win

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 27

Auburn University football players Ricardo Luis, Quan Bray, Cameron Artis-Payne, Reese Dismukes, and Nick Marshall speak on the team's performance against University of South Carolina, and their hopes for next weeks game.

Auburn announces football series with Cal

Football announces series with California

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | October 27

Auburn announced a future home-and-home series with a new opponent Monday. On September 19, 2019, the Golden Bears of California will roll into Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Auburn women's golf tied for lead at Alamo Invitational

October 26

Auburn's women's golf team shot the second-best round in team history Sunday to share the lead with Arkansas in the opening round of the Alamo Invitational.

Auburn's edge in a successful Nick Marshall

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | October 26

A successful night from quarterback Nick Marshall usually means a win for Auburn. The Tigers' (42-35) victory over South Carolina Saturday night at Jordan-Hare stadium confirmed that.

Ricardo Louis scores a touchdown against South Carolina.

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Tigers No. 4 in both polls after outlasting Gamecocks

October 26

After outlasting South Carolina Saturday night, Auburn moved up in the polls this week thanks to losses from then No. 3 Ole Miss.

Bruce Pearl's Fore the Children Golf Tournament will take place Oct. 27 at Willow Point Golf Course.

Bruce Pearl supports local charity with Fore The Children Golf Tournament

By Rachel King | Community Writer | October 26

Bruce Pearl, men's basketball head coach, has partnered with Children's Harbor to host Fore the Children Golf Tournament. The event will take place Oct. 27 at Willow Point Golf Course and Country Club in Alexander City. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Children's Harbor is a non-profit dedicated to supporting children with serious illnesses. Fore the Children Golf Tournament is held completely through sponsorship. The Children's Harbor facilities are maintained through donations and by patrons, such as Pearl.

UPDATED: Tigers escape Saturday night shoot-out with Gamecocks

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | October 25

In a back-and-forth game, Auburn was able to make big plays in clutch situations to come away with the victory over South Carolina 42-35. With the Tigers leading by a touchdown, South Carolina was driving inside the Auburn redzone, seemingly destined to tie the score.