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An Auburn swimmer competes in a freestyle event at the James E. Martin Aquatic Center on Feb. 4, 2023.

Swim & Dive shines to pave the way for a championship appearance

By Raegan Batten | Sports Writer | March 16

Auburn’s Swim & Dive team travelled east for the NCAA Zone B diving championships for an action-packed four-day tournament at Gabrielson Natatorium in Athens, Georgia. Two separate championships will be held for the men’s and women’s teams. The Women’s 2026 NCAA Swim & Dive Championships are expected to begin on March 18 at the McAuley Aquatic Center in Atlanta. 10 Auburn female athletes are expected to compete. The Men’s 2026 NCAA Championships occur at the same venue, later that week on March 25th, with the same number of athletes present as the women’s.

A basketball player in a white jersey pulls a shirt over his mouth while other players and a cheering crowd are in the background.

Auburn named No. 1 overall seed in 2026 NIT

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | March 15

The Tigers have accepted a bid to play in the 2026 National Invitation Tournament for the first time since 2009.

A man with short, slicked-back hair is animatedly shouting, his mouth wide open, while wearing a dark blue jacket on a blurred background.

Auburn left out on Selection Sunday, misses NCAA Tournament for first time since 2021

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | March 15

After losing nine of its last 12 games to end the season, Auburn has missed the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2021.

A baseball player in a navy jersey with "Auburn" on it celebrates enthusiastically while standing on a dirt field.

Elite pitching powers No. 6 Auburn to sweep of Missouri in SEC opener

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | March 15

No. 6 Auburn kicked off SEC play with an impressive road sweep of Missouri.

A gymnast performs an intricate move on a balance beam, surrounded by an audience of cheering fans.

Strong individual performances highlight Auburn's senior night loss to Missouri

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | March 14

The No. 15 Auburn gymnastics team came up short Friday against No. 7 Missouri with a total of 196.7 on Senior Night at Neville Arena.

Bub Terrell celebrates Auburn's win against Nebraska on March 1, 2026.

No. 6 Auburn and Missouri put winning streaks on the line in SEC Opener

By Gwendolyn McCasland | Sports Writer | March 13

No. 6 Auburn and Missouri are set to put their winning streaks on the line this weekend as SEC play opens up.

A female softball player in an orange uniform with blue stripes stands on a dirt field, poised and focused on the game.

Tigers hit the road to face No. 4 Oklahoma

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 13

After taking their first SEC series of the year, winning two out of their three matchups against a solid Kentucky team last weekend, the Auburn Tigers softball team will head up to Norman, Okla., this weekend to take on their toughest opponent of the season so far, the No. 4 Oklahoma Sooners.

EUGENE, OR - JUNE 05 - Ja’Kobe Tharp during Day 1 of the NCAA D1 Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, OR on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Photo by David Gray/Auburn Tigers.

Auburn track set for NCAA Championship run

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 13

As the indoor season comes to a close, the Auburn Tigers track and field team is set to send eight athletes to the NCAA Indoor Championship this Friday and Saturday in Fayetteville, Ark.

A gymnast in a sparkling blue and white leotard performs an expressive move on a mat, surrounded by an audience.

No. 15 Auburn seeks first SEC win against No. 7 Missouri

By Gwendolyn McCasland | Sports Writer | March 12

No. 15 Auburn gymnastics returns to the Plains Friday night to host No. 7 Missouri in its final meet before the SEC Championships in Tulsa, Okla.

A player in dark uniform jumps to score while another in light uniform attempts to block the shot near the basketball hoop.

Auburn awaits Selection Sunday after late-game collapse against Tennessee

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | March 12

Auburn’s season came melting down in the last 10 minutes of its SEC Tournament matchup with Tennessee, as the Volunteers went on a 20-0 run to clinch the 72-62 victory.

A basketball player in an Auburn jersey hangs from the hoop, celebrating while two opponents look on.

Auburn rallies past Mississippi State to keep NCAA Tournament hopes alive

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | March 11

The Tigers got the job done Wednesday afternoon, taking down Mississippi State 79-61, behind Kevin Overton’s 22 points.

AUBURN, AL - MARCH 10 - Auburn's Chase Fralick (3) during the game between the #5 Auburn Tigers and the UAB Blazers at Plainsman Park in Auburn, AL on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Photo by David Gray/Auburn Tigers

Auburn hits four homers in dominant 17-2 win over UAB

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 10

The No. 6 Auburn Tigers baseball team ended its non-conference schedule with a bang Tuesday night, dominating the UAB Blazers 17-2 in a seven-inning run-rule victory.

A baseball player stands ready to bat, while a catcher crouches in front, with spectators visible in the background.

Auburn hosts UAB in final midweek rehearsal before conference play

By Asher Cassee | Sports Writer | March 9

Auburn will face their first SEC opponent in Missouri later this week, but it’s important they don’t overlook a tough in-state matchup.

AUBURN, AL - MARCH 08 - Auburn's Nicholas Heng during the match between the #19 Auburn Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Yarbrough Tennis Center in Auburn, AL on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Photo by David Gray/Auburn Tigers

Tigers take down Charlotte, sweep Alabama in statement weekend series

By Asher Cassee | Sports Writer | March 9

No. 19 Auburn claimed two victories at home this weekend, including a 4-0 defeat of rival Alabama that marked the squad’s third conference win of the season.

A player in an Auburn basketball uniform looks distressed, while a crowd in the background shows excitement.

Auburn falls to Alabama in regular season finale

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 7

In a game in which the Auburn Tigers were hoping to build a winning streak heading into the SEC Tournament, they instead faced a rival Alabama team that had their number all night long, losing to the Crimson Tide for the second time this season, 96-84.

AUBURN, AL - MARCH 07 - Auburn's Eric Guevara (8) - #6 Auburn Tigers vs. Winthrop Eagles at Plainsman Park in Auburn, AL on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Photo by Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

No. 6 Auburn’s bats stay hot despite inclement weather, Tigers complete weekend sweep of Winthrop

By Gwendolyn McCasland | Sports Writer | March 7

The No. 6 Tigers grabbed their 12th consecutive home regular-season series win on Saturday after silencing the bats of the Winthrop Eagles,

Caroline Buchannan had an amazing ride for Auburn at todays event against Georgia Equestrian team on March 1, 2025.

No. 1 Auburn finishes season with senior night win over No. 5 Texas A&M

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | March 7

The No. 1 Auburn equestrian team ended the season off on a high note, toppling No. 5 Texas A&M, 15-4, Saturday afternoon at the Auburn Equestrian Center.

Auburn travels to Tuscaloosa for Iron Bowl rematch

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | March 7

After getting back in the win column against LSU, Auburn wraps up the regular season with arguably its most important game of the year, as they face No. 16 Alabama at Coleman Coliseum on Saturday night.

A softball player in an orange uniform with "AUBURN" written on it runs towards home plate, while a teammate in a striped outfit prepares to catch.

Softball set to begin SEC play at home this weekend

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | March 6

After a non-conference slate in which they recorded two wins against ranked opponents and boasted a solid record of 17-6, the Auburn Tigers Softball Team looks forward to hosting the 18-4 Kentucky Wildcats this weekend to begin SEC play for the squad.

Jake Marciano (4) throws the first pitch in Plainsman Park against Youngstown State on Feb. 13, 2026.

No. 7 Auburn set to host red-hot Winthrop to conclude non-conference slate

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | March 6

No. 7 Auburn baseball is ready for its final non-conference series against a red-hot Winthrop Eagles squad.