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Clayton leads with precision

By Blake Hamilton / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | December 2

If there's one thing Jerry Clayton knows, it's collegiate athletics.As the assistant track coach prepares to enter his 28th year of training field-event athletes, Auburn throwers say his expertise in the subject is immediately evident.

Athletes try to force lady luck

By Abby Townson / WRITER | December 2

Many Auburn athletes have pregame routines and good luck rituals they believe bring them success

Concussions causing concerns

By Patrick Dever / WRITER | December 2

Concussions in the sporting world are not a new occurrence.Athletes in contact sports have always suffered from concussions, but since it's happening to NFL players more often this season, discussions on how to prevent them have become commonplace on TV shows like "Sportscenter."

Frisbee prepares for spring

By Courtney Smith / WRITER | December 2

Frisbee just got a lot more competitive at Auburn.Brad Smith, president and captain of the men's Ultimate Frisbee team, said he wants to clear up the misconception that Ultimate Frisbee is a "hippie sport."

Let's do it again

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | December 2

This Saturday, the Auburn Tigers will make its fourth appearance in the Southeastern Conference Championship game, facing Steve Spurrier and the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Getting to know the voice of Auburn

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | December 2

Every university has its voice, and Auburn found its own in Rod Bramblett.Bramblett is now entering his seventh season as the voice for Tiger football and basketball.

Alverson shines in class and on court

By Sara Weeks / WRITER | December 2

Scoring points on the basketball court is one of Blanche Alverson's most recognizable talents, but according to her coaches and teammates, it is not the only thing she is good at doing.

Wrestling Tigers pin to win

By Chelsea Harvey / STAFF WRITER | December 2

The Auburn Wrestling Club is a small, but tightly knit community.According to Will Griffin, president of the club, the group is so close that even former members who have graduated continue to come to practices.

Chizik prepares team physically, mentally for Iron Bowl

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | November 23

Coach Gene Chizik talked about preparing for Friday's game againstrival Alabama in his press conference Monday.

Women look to rebound off close loss to Florida St.

By Chelsea Harvey / STAFF WRITER | November 18

The women's basketball team will face Duke Thursday at the Auburn Arena.For some players, the ACC school represents a familiar rival.Sophomore Morgan Toles recognized Duke senior Jasmine Thomas as a challenge.

All we do is win

By Crystal Cole / SPORTS EDITOR | November 18

Auburn looks to snap a second rivalry losing streak this season

Dega's motivation lifts team

By Sarah Hansen / WRITER | November 18

Edgard da Gama e Silva is the assistant women's volleyball coach.His players, along with the rest of Auburn Athletics, affectionately call him "Dega."

A chance at greatness

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | November 18

With three games left in the season, the Auburn volleyball team controls its NCAA destiny

Ragsdale inspires with generosity, selflessness

By Jake Cole / WRITER | November 18

Senior midfielder Addie Ragsdale has traveled to SEC and NCAA tournaments with the Auburn soccer team all four years of her collegiate career, but she can trace the beginnings of her interest in the sport to humble origins.

Fall's great games

By Nick Van Der Linden / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | November 18

First, I want to congratulate the 2010 SEC Western Division champions, the Auburn Tigers.The Tigers did not get distracted and took care of business, earning a well-deserved trip to Atlanta.

Karate club teaches discipline, self-confidence

By Mary Gillman / WRITER | November 18

The AU Karate Club does not just train students how to defend themselves--it also teaches self-confidence and stress relief.

Too little, too late for men's basketball team

By Aaron Ellis / WRITER | November 18

A fourth-quarter rally wasn't enough to push the men's basketball team past UNC Asheville in the season opener. The team seeks redemption Friday against Samford

Soccer loses in first tournament

By Blake Hamilton / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | November 18

The Auburn soccer team came up empty handed in its fifth-consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, losing to South Florida 3-1.