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AUBURN, AL - FEBRUARY 06 - Auburn swimmer during the game between the Auburn Tigers and the Georgia Bulldogs at James E. Martin Aquatic Center in Auburn, AL on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. Photo by Estela Muñoz/Auburn Tigers

Auburn swim and dive closes regular season with AU Invite, turns focus to SEC Championships

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | February 8

The Auburn Tigers hosted the Auburn Invitational over the weekend as a last-chance, tune-up meet before the 2026 SEC Championships.

AUBURN, AL - NOVEMBER 08 - Auburn’s Avery Glynn during the game between the #3 Auburn Tigers and the #2 South Carolina Gamecocks at Auburn University Equestrian Center in Auburn, AL on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Photo by Olivia Amason/Auburn Tigers

No. 1 Auburn comes up short at No. 6 South Carolina, 10-9

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | February 7

No. 1 Auburn fell short 10-9 in the SEC matchup at No. 6 South Carolina after almost completing a comeback in Blythewood, South Carolina.

AUBURN, AL - MAY 14 - NCAA Tournament - during Round 3 of the Auburn Regional at Auburn University Club in Auburn, AL on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Photo by Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Kouvin leads Auburn to historic weekend at Amer Ari Invitational

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | February 7

Auburn dominated the field at the Amer Ari Invitational matching the NCAA scoring record in a 77-under-par victory hosted by Mauna Lani Golf Club.

Tahaad Pettiford, Kevin Overton and Filip Jovic celebrate a defensive stop against Alabama on Feb. 7, 2026.

Alabama’s second-half surge spoils Steven Pearl’s head coaching debut in Iron Bowl of Basketball

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | February 7

The Tigers fell in head coach Steven Pearl’s first experience in the Iron Bowl of Basketball by a score of 96-92.

Aden Holloway and Tahaad Pettiford embrace after Auburn beat Alabama on Feb. 15, 2024.

Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs Alabama

By Sports Staff | February 7

Auburn is set to face Alabama this weekend at Neville Arena. Here's what our staff expects of the upcoming matchup:

A gymnast in a blue and silver leotard performs on a balance beam while an audience watches, capturing the moment with a camera.

Auburn’s slow start continues in Neville Arena

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | February 7

The Auburn Tigers’ gymnastics team continued its slow start to the 2026 season, dropping its fourth straight meet against the unranked Kentucky Wildcats, 197.325-196.275, in Neville Arena on Friday night.

Tahaad Pettiford celebrates after a call was made from the referee in Auburn's favor during the game against South Carolina on Jan. 17, 2026 in Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn and Alabama set to clash in Neville Arena

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | February 7

One of the greatest rivalries in all of college sports is set to make its way to Neville Arena this Saturday as first-year head coach Steven Pearl and the Auburn Tigers men’s basketball team take on the Alabama Crimson Tide for the first of two matchups this season.

Auburn Softballs wins against NC State at Jane B. Moore Field on May 2, 2025.

Auburn softball begins 2026 campaign with opening weekend in Florida

By Will Dembo | Sports Writer | February 5

After a long offseason filled with new faces, the Auburn Tigers softball team is back and ready to step foot on the diamond once again. The 2026 season officially commences this weekend in the Sunshine State, where Auburn opens its year with a packed weekend full of tests.

Tigers open spring slate in star-studded Hawaii field

By Lila Weitz | Sports Writer | February 5

The Auburn Tigers men’s golf team returns to one of collegiate golf’s most prestigious, early-season tournaments: the Amer Ari Invitational. This tournament is from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, all day, at the Mauna Lani Golf Club in Waikoloa, Hawai’i.

Auburn looks to get back on track in matchup at Florida

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | February 4

The Tigers are looking to complete the sweep against Florida and pick up their first SEC road win of the year as they travel to the O'Connell Center in Gainesville, Florida.

Ole Miss outrebounds Auburn in 71-45 neutral-site matchup

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | February 3

Despite a strong opening, Auburn fell to No. 13 Ole Miss on Monday night with a final score of 71-45.

ATHENS, GA - FEBRUARY 01 - Auburn's Emma Wehry during the game between the #11 Auburn Tigers and the #8 Georgia Bulldogs at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, GA on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Photo by Addi Ray/Auburn Tigers

Auburn gymnastics falls to No. 8 Georgia despite strong beam performance

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | February 1

The Auburn gymnastics team suffered a tough loss on Sunday night in Athens to the No. 8 Georgia Bulldogs.

A basketball player stands with his hands on his head, visibly distressed, while a crowd celebrates in the background.

Auburn’s late surge falls short in loss to Tennessee

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | January 31

Auburn men’s basketball suffered a 77-66 loss at Tennessee on Saturday night at Thompson-Boling Arena after a late rally fell short.

Two basketball players are competing for a rebound on the court, surrounded by a cheering crowd.

Auburn faces Tennessee in crucial SEC clash

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | January 31

Steven Pearl and the Auburn Tigers men’s basketball team will be hoping to continue their impressive streak of conference wins this Saturday against Pearl’s alma mater, the Tennessee Volunteers.

Two gymnasts in navy leotards embrace each other, smiling and showing a sense of camaraderie, with other teammates visible in the background.

No. 11 Auburn gymnastics looks to upset No. 8 Georgia on the road

By Noah Pray | Sports Writer | January 30

No. 11 Auburn gymnastics looks to get its first in-conference victory of the season as the Tigers travel to Athens, Georgia, on Sunday to face No. 8 Georgia.

Angena Belloso throws a pass across the court against South Carolina on Jan. 29, 2026.

No. 3 South Carolina dominates Auburn in 81-51 victory

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | January 29

Joyce Edwards led No. 3 South Carolina to a huge victory at Neville Arena.

A group of female basketball players in uniforms sits in a huddle, focused on a coach who is speaking.

Auburn welcomes No. 3 South Carolina to Neville Arena

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | January 29

After a tough seven-point loss to No. 16 Oklahoma last Sunday, the Auburn Tigers women’s basketball team is set to face off against an even tougher visiting team, the No. 3 South Carolina Gamecocks on Thursday night.

A tall basketball player in an orange and white uniform is closely engaged with an opponent wearing a brown jersey.

Tigers overcome 14-point deficit to topple Longhorns

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | January 28

The Auburn Tigers came back from a 14-point hole to defeat the Texas Longhorns 88-82 in Neville Arena this evening.

GAINESVILLE, FL - JANUARY 24 - Auburn's Keyshawn Hall (7) during the game between the Auburn Tigers and the #16 Florida Gators at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026. Photo by Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Keyshawn Hall leads Auburn home riding three-game win streak

By Sarah Sewall | Sports Writer | January 27

The Auburn Tigers will return to Neville Arena riding the momentum of two dominant road wins as they prepare to host Texas on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 6 p.m. CST. The matchup marks Texas’s first trip to Auburn since Feb. 11, 1911, a historic date that also stands as the Longhorns’ first game played east of the Mississippi River.

AUBURN, AL - JANUARY 18 - Auburn’s Nicholas Heng during the game between the Auburn Tigers and the Alabama A&M Bulldogs at Yarbrough Tennis Center in Auburn, AL on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. Photo by Grace Fountain/Auburn Tigers

Auburn shows grit in ITA Kickoff Weekend in Starkville

By Sarah Sewall | Sports Writer | January 26

Auburn men’s tennis completed the ITA Kickoff Weekend with a comeback victory over Alabama on Friday, before falling to No. 7 Mississippi State in Saturday’s championship match at the Rula Tennis Pavilion.