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Solverson has 725 assists on the women's volleyball team. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Diggin' and Spikin'

By Sarah Layne / WRITER | July 21

Unlike a lot of collegiate athletes, Christina Solverson's athletic career did not consume her early life.

The indoor practice facililty is scheduled to be finished July 29. The football players would be allowed to be in the facility on the July 30, but won't report to practice until a few days later. (Nicole Singleton / Sports Editor)

Indoor facility finished soon

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | July 14

The football practice facility will be officially finished this month.

Havron was named Most Improved Player in 2009. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Kicking it with Havron

By Alex Harper / WRITER | July 14

When it's game time for the women's soccer team, no one is more dependable than defensive player Heather Havron, one of four returning seniors.

Grace Socha finished this season 9-4 over fences. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Bucking the high horse

By Hayley Blair / ASSOCIATE INRIGUE EDITOR | July 14

Grace Socha began her successful career as an equestrian rider when she was three, becoming enamored with horseback riding through long trail rides with her mother.

Dawn Schueller trained to run in a marathon ten years ago. (Nicole Singleton / Sports Editor

Schueller transitions from conditioning coach to director

By Brandon Miller / WRITER | July 14

Dawn Schueller's work ethic, which gained her a job as a volunteer for Auburn's gymnastics team, has also gained her a new position as the first Director of Gymnastics Operations.

Program provides tickets for heroes

By Courtney Smith / INTRIGUE EDITOR | July 7

For many students and season ticket holders, spending a Saturday tailgating and going to a football game is a privilege often taken for granted.

Football team nominated for ESPYs

By Robert Lee / WRITER | July 7

The ESPY awards have given sports teams and individual athletes from around the globe recognition for outstanding performances over the last 18 years, and this year Auburn University has its name in the spotlight.

Auburn football fans should keep spirits high for this season

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | July 7

Needless to say, you can't get much better than this past year's football season.

Vanderpool-Wallace is a 12-time All-American. (Todd Van Emst / MEDIA RELATIONS)

Swimming for the 2012 Olympics

By Kelley Rouse / WRITER | July 7

Olympic athlete, NCAA record-holder and Auburn Tiger Adrianna Vanderpool-Wallace, has proved to be an irreplaceable member of the Auburn women's swimming and diving team

The Tigers received their championship rings Sunday, June 19 after a 5-month wait.(Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Respect the rings

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | June 30

After five months of waiting, the rings are finally on the hands of BCS champions.

Journalism values taking a nosedive

By Crystal Cole / MANAGING EDITOR | June 30

During the football team's championship run and in the months since, Auburn has faced a lot of negative attention in the media.

Carlsson was recently selected to represent Sweden at the 2011 European Amateur Team Championship. (Todd Van Emst / MEDIA RELATIONS)

Freshman begins career with honors

By Hayley Blair / ASSOCIATE INRIGUE EDITOR | June 30

Niclas Carlsson sits studying while having a break during one of the many golf tournaments he plays throughout the year, determined to meet the goals he set academically and athletically.

Rowland has the know-how

By Laura Hobbs / WRITER | June 30

Former All-American gymnast Jenny Rowland wears many different hats.

Bolton holds the record for games started in a season with 35. / (CONTRIBUTED)

From Tiger to hall of famer

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | June 23

After being inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, former Auburn basketball star Ruthie Bolton-Holifield said she was overwhelmed, but history shows this was an undeniable path.

Bass club adviser honored

By Jake Winfrey / WRITER | June 23

Former Auburn University employee Jann Swaim has been named American Outdoor Sportsman of the Year by the Legends of the Outdoors organization.

Dufner was an All-American. (Todd Van Emst / MEDIA RELATIONS)

Tiger alum golfer in US Open tournament

By Sarah Layne / WRITER | June 23

Former Auburn golfer Jason Dufner made his fifth U.S. Open appearance last week at Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Md. after being selected as an alternate.

Mazzaferro and Meissner were each awarded the McWhorter Award on June 2. (Todd Van Emst / MEDIA RELATIONS)

Swimming to success

By Crystal Cole / MANAGING EDITOR | June 16

Although two members of the Auburn swimming and diving teams are currently working on internships in Europe, they are still receiving awards on their athletic and scholastic success

New assistant volleyball coach returns home to Alabama

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | June 16

It took a nation-wide journey for coach Eysha Ambler to find herself back where she began.

Chizik featured on FOX program special

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | June 16

Football head coach Gene Chizik appeared on SportsSouth Tuesday night in a program recapping the 2010 season.

Baseball camps showcase potential Auburn athletes

By Brandon Miller / WRITER | June 16

Although the 2011 Auburn baseball season is over, the staff is still busy at work.