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Dacosta's career day not enough in Auburn's loss to Florida State

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | September 14

Senior libero Alexis Dacosta’s career afternoon wasn’t enough to carry Auburn past Florida State on Sunday. Dacosta finished with a career-best 25 digs, running down balls across all four sets, but the Tigers ultimately dropped the match to the Seminoles, 3–1.

Unsung Heroes: the importance of Auburn’s offensive line

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | September 14

In yesterday’s victory, Jackson Arnold threw for 142 yards, and Jeremiah Cobb had another 100-yard rushing game, both stepping into the roles this season has thrown at them. However, such an exceptional performance would not have been possible without one key piece - the offensive line.

Questions swirl about the Auburn defense as they head into SEC play

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | September 14

Even though the Tigers ended the day with a comfortable win, Auburn’s defense showed definite signs of weakness at Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday.

No. 24 Auburn wins 34th straight Homecoming game

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | September 13

The Tigers answered the call Saturday afternoon with a 31–15 win over South Alabama, the program’s 34th straight Homecoming victory.

Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs. South Alabama

By Sports Staff | September 13

As the Tigers get set to host the Jaguars for the first time in program history, here's what our staff thinks about the matchup between No. 24 Auburn and South Alabama, complete with score predictions and analysis. Jackie Dominguez, Sports Editor: 41-14 Auburn "Auburn will look to pad its record before ...

Auburn golf prepares to begin season on Monday

By Will Dembo | Sports Writer | September 13

Following a heartbreaking loss in the quarterfinals of the 2025 NCAA Championship, the Auburn Tigers are set to begin a new season and attempt another climb back to the top of the college golf world. The Tigers' 2025-26 campaign will tee off with the Invitational at The Honors Course on September 14-16.

Career-high blocks power Auburn’s sweep of Seminoles

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | September 13

It was all defense, all night, inside Neville Arena as Auburn’s front line smothered Florida State with 17 blocks, carrying the Tigers to a 3-0 sweep (25-21, 25-23, 25-20) and their sixth win of the campaign.

Career-high blocks power Auburn’s sweep of Seminoles

By Grace Stumm | Sports Writer | September 12

It was all defense, all night inside Neville Arena, as Auburn’s front line smothered Florida State with 17 blocks, carrying the Tigers to a 3-0 sweep (25-21, 25-23, 25-20) and their sixth win of the campaign.

Chebii, Coetzee headline Tigers’ strong performance at Southern Showcase

By Jordan Sosebee | Sports Writer | September 12

With a time of 23:30.23, sophomore Nickson Chebii finished seventh in the men’s 8K, while senior Gené Coetzee finished 23rd with a time of 17:15.64 in the women’s 5K.

Get to know: South Alabama

By Cooper Desloge | Sports Writer | September 11

Auburn is set to face off against South Alabama for the first time in program history.

Auburn football hopes to remain undefeated after Homecoming matchup

By Braden Hensley | Sports Writer | September 11

This coming Saturday, the Auburn Tigers will attempt to begin the football season 3-0 for the first time since 2019.

Auburn cross country to compete at the Southern Showcase

By Max Legg | Sports Writer | September 11

The Auburn Tigers Cross Country team will be heading north to compete in the Southern Showcase located at John Hunt Park in Huntsville, Alabama.

Auburn on fire: Tigers look to extend win streak vs. Florida State

By Sarah Sewall | Sports Writer | September 10

The Auburn Tigers play Florida State on Friday, Sept. 12, in Neville Arena at 6 p.m. CST. The match will stream on SEC Network+. The Tigers then hit the road to play at Tully Gymnasium on Sunday in Tallahassee, Florida, at 1 p.m. CST for the Seminoles’ first home match of the season. The last matchup ...

Auburn wins the Showdown, sweeping the Virginia Cavaliers

By Sarah Sewall | Sports Writer | September 10

From the opening set to the final point, the Auburn Tigers delivered a dominant performance, sweeping the Virginia Cavaliers 3-0 (25-17, 25-16, 25-21) to earn the victory in the inaugural Showdown at the Net.

Auburn looks to make a statement against Virginia

By Jonathan Wallin | Sports Writer | September 8

Coming off strong performances in their first five matches this season, the Tigers face Virginia to tip off the inaugural SEC-ACC Showdown at the Net.

Auburn breaks AP poll drought, ranked for first time since 2021

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | September 8

Following victories over Baylor and Ball State, Auburn football finds itself ranked in the AP poll for the first time since Week 11 of the 2021 season.

Auburn's women's soccer secures final victory before conference play

By Braden Hensley | Sports Writer | September 7

Following a 2-0 victory against Utah Valley on September 1st, Auburn (4-2-1) routed Florida Gulf Coast University (2-3-1) 5-0 at home to close out non-conference play.

Explosive rushing game carries Auburn against Ball State

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | September 7

With starting running back Damari Alston sidelined with a shoulder injury, fans wondered how Auburn’s running back room would fare against Ball State. Alston had taken over Jarquez Hunter’s mantle and was the leading rusher for Auburn against Baylor last week. However, the Tigers' running backs brought the heat last night, contributing half of Auburn’s 42 points.

Auburn's defense shuts down Ball State in 42-3 blowout

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | September 7

Defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin and his unit silenced some of their doubters Saturday night, holding Ball State to three points in a 42-3 blowout victory.

Auburn moves to 2-0 after a decisive victory at home

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | September 6

The Auburn offense started off sluggish but found their groove en route to a 42-3 win against Ball State for their first home game of the year. The Tigers offense led by Jackson Arnold amassed 271 total pass yards along with 224 rush yards but the real story of the night for the team was the defense who was unwavering allowing only five first downs and 68 yards in total on the night.