Sports

The bleachers inside Jordan-Hare Stadium await fans at Saturday's game against Utah State. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

New spirit contract generates more interest

By Christina Santee / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | September 1

Although block seating in Jordan-Hare Stadium has always been available to Auburn's Greek life and qualifying organizations, the release of the new 2011-2012 SGA Spirit Contract may cause those who usually turn down the opportunity to rethink their decisions.

Ticket system fails students' demands

By Christina Santee / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | September 1

With Auburn's 2011 season-opener against Utah State this Saturday, students who weren't able to snag a season package are trying to find a way into Jordan-Hare Stadium in time to see the Tigers in action.

Frierson excels on and off the field

By Shanetta Pindleton / STAFF WRITER | August 25

Midfielder Katy Frierson continues to earn awards not only for her on-field soccer performances with Auburn's women's soccer team, but also for her commitment to academic excellence.

Ultimate frisbee gains ground

By Christina Santee / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | August 25

Although it has only existed for 43 years, ultimate frisbee has become one of the "fastest growing sports in the U.S.," as stated by the organization USA Ultimate.

Professional football players get new mommies and daddies

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | August 25

In a pre-draft meeting with Cam Newton, Panthers owner Jerry Richardson laid down the law on what he expected of the prospect.

Ana Cate, junior midfielder, quickly changes direction of the ball against Vanderbilt at home Friday evening. (Maria Iampietro / PHOTO EDITOR)

Soccer gears up for weekend home games

By Shanetta Pendleton / STAFF WRITER | August 25

The soccer team is set to host Middle Tennessee State Friday at 7 p.m. and Kennesaw State Sunday at 7 p.m.

Serving up new season, coach

By Brandon Miller / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | August 25

After reaching the NCAA Tournament for the first time in school history last year, new coach Rick Nold and the Auburn volleyball team have been preparing to repeat the feat in 2011.

Dantin's diving delivers

By Bianca Seward / WRITER | August 25

Vennie Dantin places sixth at nationals and receives a bid to the Olympic trials.

Ana Cate, junior midfielder, quickly changes direction of the ball against Vanderbilt Friday evening.

Soccer season opener results in a loss

By Shanetta Pendleton / STAFF WRITER | August 22

The soccer team lost to #18 Wake Forest 4-1 during their season opener Friday night at the Auburn Soccer Complex.

Diving into a new season

By Nicole Singleton /WRITER | August 18

Auburn swimmers and divers are no strangers to consistent success.

Gene Chizik spoke before reporters July 21 at the SEC Media Day in Hoover. He answered questions concerning the NCAA investigations and the next football season. (Nicole Singleton / Sports Editor)

Chizik remains collected at Media Day

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | July 28

Multiple questions involving the phrase "NCAA investigation" were thrown at Gene Chizik July 21, but they couldn't sway him from his cool, determined demeanor at SEC Media Day in Hoover.

As a freshman, Alverson played in all 31 games and recorded 215 points. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Alverson may joke with teammates, but it is all competition on the court

By Kelley Rouse / WRITER | July 28

She has it--all the talent and the brains. Blanche Alverson, junior guard and forward on the Auburn's women's basketball team, has achieved success on and off the court.

McAlpine stands with the other coaches of the Auburn women's soccer team. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

McAlpine brings a winning past to AU women's soccer team future

By Jake Winfrey / WRITER | July 28

For coach Keidane McAlpine, the timing was just right.

Johnson averaged 2.9 points a game at Clemson. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Johnson trades his former Clemson uniform for an Auburn one

By Laura Hobbs / WRITER | July 28

After being a Clemson Tiger for a year and a half, Noel Johnson, junior in public administration, decided to make a change to become an Auburn Tiger.

Empty pedastals facing the Student Center appear to be a possible place to put the statues, but the placement of the statues has not been announced yet. (Nicole Singleton / Sports Editor)

Heisman trophy winner statues in the works

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | July 21

Cam Newton will never leave us. At least, his replica never will.

McCambridge lettered all four years at Purdue University. (Ben Turner / Purdue University)

McCambridge makes a splash into coaching

By Ariana Diaz / WRITER | July 21

Carrie McCambridge, four-time All-American honoree in diving, has found transitioning from diver to swimming coach to be a challenge.

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.