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Auburn’s veterans help solidify Eastern Kentucky series

By Caitlyn Griffin | Sports Reporter | February 17

Auburn clinched its Opening Weekend series on Saturday as the Tigers as the Tigers defeated Eastern Kentucky 6-1. Bobby Peirce led the way with three RBIs, and pitcher Joseph Gonzalez officially made his return to the mound for the first time since February 2023.

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NCAA selection committee names Auburn No. 13 team in nation

By Matthew Wallace | Assistant Sports Editor | February 17

In its early bracket preview show, the NCAA selection committee named Auburn as its current No. 13 overall seed. The Tigers, who would be the top No. 4 seed in the bracket, would currently be placed in the West Region.

Auburn earns run-rule win over Eastern Kentucky on Opening Day

By Matthew Wallace | Assistant Sports Editor | February 16

Auburn opened its 2024 season with a dominant win over Eastern Kentucky at Plainsman Park, downing the Colonels 17-6 in seven innings.

Tigers set to host Kentucky in massive matchup

By William Halliday | Sports Writer | February 16

Auburn and Kentucky will square off against one another this Saturday in Neville Arena as the Tigers look to secure their second top-25 win in four days.

Auburn dismantles Kentucky for second consecutive conference win

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | February 15

Auburn used a complete team effort Thursday night to down Kentucky and win its second consecutive SEC game.

No. 25 Auburn sweeps doubleheader against UC Davis, No. 13 Utah

By Caitlyn Griffin | Sports Reporter | February 15

Auburn swept its two games in the Puerto Vallarta College Challenge on Thursday, beating UC Davis and No. 13 Utah. Amelia Lech led the Tigers' offense against UC Davis while Maddie Penta pitched a gem against the Utes.

No. 12 Auburn gymnastics seeks to upset No. 3 LSU on the road

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | February 15

Auburn and LSU are set to meet each other in gymnastics this Friday as the two will compete in a top-15 SEC matchup.

No. 23 Auburn hosts Eastern Kentucky in season opener

By Tyler Cox | Sports Writer | February 15

Baseball season will soon be underway on the Plains as Auburn opens its season on Friday – hosting Eastern Kentucky for the first time in program history.

Cannon, Peirce feel a difference in this year’s roster

By Caitlyn Griffin | Sports Reporter | February 15

Auburn baseball begins Friday and veterans Bobby Peirce and Will Cannon explained how this upcoming season and this Auburn roster feels different than past years.

Tigers to face No. 13 Utah, No. 8 Clemson in Puerto Vallarta Collegiate Challenge

By Emily Porch | Sports Writer | February 15

Auburn kicked off the Puerto Vallarta College Challenge on Wednesday with a win over Wichita State but still has three games on hand and two chances to beat a ranked opponent before the competition ends.

Auburn wins extra-inning showdown to start Puerto Vallarta College Challenge

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | February 15

Auburn and Wichita State fought into extra innings Wednesday, with the Tigers coming out on top 8-6. Maddie Penta recorded 10 strikeouts and Rose Roach had three RBIs in the eight-inning win.

No. 13 Auburn uses season-best shooting night to obliterate No. 11 South Carolina

By Matthew Wallace | Assistant Sports Editor | February 14

No. 13 Auburn remained unbeaten at home, taking a dominant 101-61 win over No. 11 South Carolina. The Tigers shot 61% from the field and 60% from 3-point range against the Gamecocks' SEC-best scoring defense.

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Auburn women's basketball returns home to face Kentucky

By Craig Noyes | Sports Writer | February 14

After two weeks away from home, Auburn will finally return to Neville Arena to host Kentucky as the Tigers look to strengthen their NCAA Tournament resume.

Scott Foxhall's return to the Plains and what it means for Auburn baseball

By William Halliday | Sports Writer | February 14

Director of Player Development Scott Foxhall is back on the Plains and spoke about how much confidence he has in Auburn's baseball program and head coach Butch Thompson.

Tigers start tough home stand with No. 11 South Carolina

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | February 14

Auburn and South Carolina meet Wednesday night for the first ranked-versus-ranked matchup ever between the two as the Tigers and Gamecocks continue their run toward an SEC championship.

Teaford adds depth to Thompson's coaching staff

By Caitlyn Griffin | Sports Reporter | February 13

New Auburn pitching coach Everett Teaford recently spoke with the media and outlined what his role has been since joining the Plains and how he feels about the Tigers' pitching rotation.

Auburn women's basketball picks up first SEC road win against Missouri

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | February 11

Auburn held off a third quarter surge from Missouri Sunday afternoon as Auburn picked up its first road conference win of the season thanks to 24 points from Honesty Scott-Grayson and a double-double from JaMya Mingo-Young.

Auburn versus Belmont game declared no contest

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | February 11

Rain interrupted the Tiger Invitational for the second straight day as Auburn's game against Belmont was declared a no-contest after two scoreless innings Sunday afternoon.

Auburn travelling to Missouri in search of SEC bounce back

By Hector Hernandez | Sports Writer | February 10

Auburn will travel to Columbia, Missouri, to face the Missouri Tigers on Sunday as Johnnie Harris and her squad look to pick up their first road SEC win of the season.

Tigers suffer largest defeat of season, lose 15th straight in Gainesville

By Matthew Wallace | Assistant Sports Editor | February 10

Auburn suffered its largest loss of the season in an 81-65 defeat at Florida. It was the 15th straight time Auburn left Gainesville with a loss and dropped Auburn out of the tie for first place in the SEC.