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Senior forward Kenny Gabriel throws down a dunk against the Gamecocks Saturday. The Tigers defeated South Carolina 63-52 at home. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Tigers hit the road for two

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 26

Following a solid home victory against South Carolina, the Auburn Tigers are on the road for two conference matchups.

Braves roll into Academy

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 26

The annual Braves Country Caravan, a meet and greet with former and current players and coaches from the Atlanta baseball team, will roll through Auburn on its tour of the Southeast.

Adams poses beside the scoreboard of his world record run. (CONTRIBUTED)

Adams sets world record at Auburn Indoor Invite

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 26

Junior sprinter Harry Adams came to Auburn as a wide receiver, but he will leave one of the fastest sprinters in Auburn track and field history.

Recently named SEC and National Swimmer of the Week, Arianna Vanderpool-Wallace, senior in hotel and restaurant management, prepares Friday morning for a meet. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Vanderpool-Wallace earns swimming accolades

By Bradley Roberts / WRITER | January 26

Senior swimmer Arianna Vanderpool-Wallace was recognized last week in the conference and nationally by being named both SEC and National Swimmer of the Week.

Physics determine efficient exercise

By Hayley Blair / ASSOCIATE INTRIGUE EDITOR | January 26

Physics may not be the first thing people think about when it comes to fitness, but it may actually be the most important aspect of exercise.

New offensive coordinator Scot Loeffler answers questions during his introductory press conference. (TODD VAN EMST)

Loeffler named new offensive coordinator

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 26

When Scot Loeffler was named Auburn's new offensive coordinator, he got a congratulatory phone call.

Varez Ward transferred from Texas last season to be closer to his mother. Ward suffered a season-ending injury his sophomore year at Texas and was redshirted last season at Auburn. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Ward determined to fight back

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 26

Varez Ward hasn't been in the starting lineup for long.

Barbee's begging pays off

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 26

The 12th win of the season is rarely a milestone for a basketball team. But for Auburn, it was a big one.

Auburn loses by three to Arkansas

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 25

The Auburn Tigers battled down to the wire, but lost their fourth SEC matchup of the season 53-56 to Arkansas.

Women's basketball loses to Mississippi State

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 23

The Auburn Tiger women's basketball team fell to the Mississippi State Bulldogs 62-57 Sunday afternoon.

Men's tennis defeats Troy

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 22

The Auburn Tiger Men's Tennis team triumphed over the Troy Trojans 7-0 at the Yarbrough Tennis Center Saturday, Jan. 21.

Auburn's defense gives Tigers edge over Gamecocks

By Ali Jenkins / WRITER | January 22

The Auburn Tigers defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 63-52 in Auburn Arena Saturday.

Women's gymnastics tumble to Georgia

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 21

The Auburn gymnastics team lost its season home opener Friday against Georgia. The Tigers couldn't overcome the No. 6 Bulldogs, losing 195.975-195.600.

Women's basketball wins against South Carolina

By Rachel Cooper / WRITER | January 20

The Auburn Tigers defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks Thursday to mark their first home SEC win.

Sophomore forward Tyrese Tanner drives to the hoop against a Georgia defenderJan. 8. The Tigers lost the game 70-45. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Women's basketball participates in 'We Back Pat' week

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 19

The Auburn women's basketball team faces South Carolina and Mississippi State in its next two contests.

Tennis serves new year in Yale

By Andrew Yarn / WRITER | January 19

The Auburn women's tennis team is heading north to New Haven, Conn., this weekend to begin its spring season at the Yale Invitational.

Getting defensive

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 19

For a defense to be a feared unit, it must have a calling card, a reputation, a personality to hang its hat on.

Sophomore forward Josh Langford drives on Kentucky forward Darius Miller during last week's contest against the Wildcats. Langford contributed four points in the 68-53 loss. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Arkansas brings youth to conference match

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 19

Arkansas will enter Wednesday's game against the Tigers with one of SEC's most potent offensive weapons: guard BJ Young.

Mshon Pulliam, senior midfielder, battles with a Georgia opponent for position during a match last season. (CONTRIBUTED)

Lacrosse club signs first non-student head coach

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 19

For the first time in history, the men's lacrosse team will have a non-student coach leading the team.

Horsing around with Helfer

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 19

Lisa Helfer's passion for horses started with something a little smaller.