Sports

Defense responds to halftime adjustments against Arkansas

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Jeremy Johnson led the way for Auburn in the first half with 243 passing yards and two touchdowns, but the defense was the reason why the score was tied at half since the Arkansas rushing attack dominated the Tigers defense for 151 yards.

Football overcomes tough first half, weather delay to start season 1-0

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Auburn started the 2014 football season off on the right foot, beating SEC West foe Arkansas 45-21, in a game that included an hour and 28 minute delay due to inclement weather with 9:55 to go in the fourth quarter.

Soccer kicks off home schedule with rout of UC Irvine

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | August 30

The Auburn Tigers defeated the UC Irvine Anteaters 3-0 in their home opener Friday night at the Auburn Soccer Complex.

Alyssa Ivey prepares to serve the ball during the Volleyball game in the Auburn Arena on October 20, 2013. (Jenna Burgess / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR)

Volleyball splits season openers Friday in Washington D.C.

August 29

The Auburn volleyball team opened the 2014 season with a win against North Dakota and a loss against George Washington in Washington D.C Friday.

VIDEO: This Week in Sports | 8.29.14

By Kris Sims | Multimedia Editor | August 29

This week, sports editor Eric Wallace and assistant sports editor Kyle Van Fechtmann discuss Auburn football in preparation for their first game.

Catching up with Auburn's athletic director Jay Jacobs

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | August 29

Since a dismal 2012 athletics season, in which many, including our own publication, called for his removal, Auburn athletics director Jay Jacobs has been at the helm of a stunning revival in the athletic department. Jacobs sat down with Plainsman sports editor Eric Wallace to discuss the high profile hires behind the turnaround and the future of Auburn's sports programs.

Basketball receives commitment from four-star center

August 28

Today, just two days before the first game of the 2014 football season, Pearl struck again, receiving a commitment from former Maryland signee Trayvon Reed, a 7-foot-1 center from Georgia

Auburn students and fans greet men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl after the end of his show-cause penalty Aug. 24.

OPINION: Pearl boosting basketball fever

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 28

It's an undeniable fact the excitement for this season of Auburn football is beginning to boil over. The sport that hasn't had much excitement surrounding it in recent history is basketball. Until now, that is. When Bruce Pearl was hired to try and veer Auburn basketball in he right direction, I asked journalism professor John Carvalho if he had ever seen this much excitement revolving around Auburn basketball.

Alexa Filley, who played at Assumption High School in Louisville, Kentucky, earned the Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year for 2013-14.

Gatorade National Volleyball Player of the Year preps for first fall

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | August 28

Only two incoming SEC volleyball players have ever earned Gatorade National Volleyball Player of the Year. The most recent recipient is a 5'9 freshman setter for Auburn out of Assumption High School in Louisville, Kentucky. Alexa Filley, the 2013-14 Gatorade National Volleyball Player of the Year, looks to be a factor in getting the ball to Auburn's hitters this season, regardless of her height.

Johnson sticks up for Marshall, predicts Heisman

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 28

"With the incident that happened, I called him right away," Johnson said. "He learned from his mistake and I know for a fact that he won't do it again."

OPINION: Bringing casual fans back to our national pastime

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | August 28

From performance-enhancing drug scandals to three-hour game times and decreased scoring, baseball is battling a litany of issues that seem to drive casual fans from the game.

Casie Ramsier was Auburn's leading goal-scorer in her first sesaon on the Plains, scoring nine goals and being named to the All-SEC Freshman Team.

Soccer's top scorer Ramsier gunning for goals in sophomore season

By Andrew Monson | Sports Writer | August 27

Coming out of Plano West High School in Plano, Texas, Casie Ramsier had several accolades next to her name. All-American, team captain and state champion were just a few. Auburn's leading goal-scorer was not one many expected to add after only her freshman season. Not even head coach Karen Hoppa saw it coming.

Former Auburn tightend Philip Lutzenkirchen died in a car accident June 29.

Tiger greats to be honored Saturday during season opener

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | August 27

Former Auburn football players Philip Lutzenkirchen and David Langner will be honored prior to this Saturday's kickoff against the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Concession stand changes, scalper licenses and smartphone integration are just a few of the changes being made to the gameday experience this fall.

Concessions, scalping rules highlight gameday changes

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 27

Auburn University has announced a list of 25 enhancements coming to football game days in an attempt to make Saturdays at Jordan-Hare Stadium more enjoyable.

Auburn football players warm up prior to the first practice of fall camp.

Coaches said new freshmen living up to the hype in first fall practice

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 27

Auburn University's incoming freshman class came to The Plains as a top 10 recruiting class, and the freshmen offensive players have already helped prove in fall camp why they deserved those high recruit rankings, according to Auburn coaches.

Lutz's death sends reminder to stay safe while driving

By Kate Seckinger | Intrigue Reporter | August 27

Hearts were broken across the Southeast when a car crash claimed the life of 23-year-old Philip Lutzenkirchen, a former Auburn football player, on June 29. Just as the Auburn Family was beginning to heal from its loss, Georgia State Police released the blood alcohol content levels of the driver of the vehicle and Lutzenkirchen, which reopened the wound for those affected by his death. USA Today said the supplemental accident report published Aug. 6 revealed Joseph Ian Davis, 22, who was driving Lutzenkirchen and two other passengers, had a BAC level of 0.17 - more than twice Georgia's legal limit of 0.08.

OPINION: Auburn fast is '13 seconds better' in 2014

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 26

Although this year's slogan of Auburn Fast will most likely become true because of head coach Gus Malzahn's now famous hurry-up no huddle offense, this year will be yet another 'New Day' for the senior class that has been through the worst, the mediocre and some of the best days of Auburn football.

Football releases depth chart; Marshall, Mincy replacements

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | August 26

Auburn's 2014 depth chart was released leading up to the SEC season-opener against the Arkansas Razorbacks Saturday. Sophomore Jeremy Johnson was officially announced starting quarterback for the game by head coach Gus Malzahn, while Senior Nick Marshall was still listed as starter on the depth chart.

Basketball lands two four-star recruits over weekend

August 24

Less than 24 hours since the end of his show-cause penalty, Auburn men's basketball head coach Bruce Pearl has received commitments from two four-star recruits.

Soccer bounces back with road victory over Furman

August 24

Kristen Dodson and Ashley Kotero were the goal-scorers for the Tigers, and goalkeeper Alyse Scott had three saves.