Sports

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.

Senior guard Alli Smalley shoots the ball against Mercer Friday night. Auburn won 79-61. (Emily Adams / Photo Editor)

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.

Sophomore running back Onterio McCalebb stiff-arms Bacarri Rambo. (Charlie Timberlake/Assistant Photo Editor)

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."

Senior middle blocker Alyssa Davis blocks a shot during Sunday's game against Ole Miss. (Charlie Timberlake / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

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.

Shannon Price and Dilbur Arsiwalla participate in a partner exercise that combines defensive tactics and offensive movements at practice Thursday. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

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.

Sophomore guard Earnest Ross drives down the court against Asheville guard Matt Dickey. (Emily Adams / Photo Editor)

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

Katy Frierson celebrates with her teammates after scoring the winning goal in overtime against FSU earlier this season. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

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.

Dottie Grubb competes in hunt seat over fences at home against Georgia Nov. 12. (Kelly Tsaltas / Photo Staff)

Equestrian team takes time off until spring

By Brent Godwin / ASSISTANT CAMPUS EDITOR | November 18

The Auburn equestrian team has had a great ride so far in the 2010-2011 season.The team holds a 7-2 record after defeating the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs Nov. 12.

Women's basketball struggles against FSU, beats Mercer

By Chelsea Harvey / STAFF WRITER | November 16

Auburn women's basketball took away both a win and a loss in the past four days.

Soccer receives NCAA tournament bid

By Blake Hamilton / ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR | November 11

The women's soccer team will appear in the 2010 NCAA Soccer Tournament.This will be the ninth total tournament appearance and fifth consecutive year the team will have appeared in the postseason, a school record.

Volleyball prepares for last home match of season

By Jeremy Gerrard / WRITER | November 11

The Auburn volleyball team (17-11, 8-8 SEC) will finish the last of a three-game homestand Sunday against the Ole Miss Rebel Black Bears (17-8, 11-5 SEC).