Against all odds, the Birmingham-Southern baseball team just keeps winning. Once unsure if they’d be included in the NCAA Tournament field, the Panthers have captured a nation’s heart over the past two weeks with a storybook run to the competition’s final round. CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?! YOUR BIRMINGHAM-SOUTHERN PANTHERS ARE SUPER REGIONAL CHAMPIONS AND ADVANCE […]

Prior to the GEICO 500, NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace took the stage at Talladega Superspeedway alongside retired NASA astronaut Leland Melvin, commercial astronaut Dr. Sian Proctor, and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Vice President Brian Talbot. The eclectic panel’s purpose? Promoting the Space4All STEM Awareness Campaign, a public-private partnership aimed at “igniting interest in future […]

In a groundbreaking move that will award athletes more than $15 billion over the next 10 years, the NCAA has joined the ACC, Big 12, and Big 10 in approving a settlement in the House, Carter, and Hubbard antitrust cases. The presidents of the SEC and Pac-12 were expected to vote today. The NCAA and […]

June Jam, the annual charity benefit concert hosted by the band Alabama, has announced perhaps its most star-studded lineup ever. The Fort Payne natives will be joined on stage by Grammy-winning country group Shenandoah, former American Idol winner Taylor Hicks, “God Bless the U.S.A.” singer Lee Greenwood, and Old Dominion, the reigning Academy of Country […]

Just weeks away from dissolution, the Birmingham-Southern baseball team is writing one last chapter in its proud history. On Sunday afternoon in Lexington, Kentucky, the Panthers knocked off second-seeded Transylvania to advance to the Division III Super Regionals for the first time since 2022. Spurred by impressive performances from outfielder Eli Steadman and catcher/infielder Ty […]

The state of Alabama’s football coaches have long been known for their love of golf. Nick Saban would take “insane measures” to make tee times. Hugh Freeze, a self-proclaimed golf fanatic, has played at Augusta National several times. Even former Auburn coach Gus Malzahn was known to spend some time on the links. However, a […]

Former UAB quarterback Joe Webb has been hired as the head football coach at Jackson-Olin High School, he announced in a statement posted to social media on Thursday morning. Blessed for the opportunity to become the next Jackson Olin High School head football coach. Mustangs nation let’s go!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/fXe3OaxJ0E — Joe Webb III (@JoeWebb_14) May […]

With the NCAA and its power conferences in “deep talks” to settle the House v. NCAA lawsuit, more details have emerged on what the future of college athlete compensation could look like.  House v. NCAA, filed in 2020 by former Arizona State swimmer Grant House, alleges that the NCAA’s rules on name, image, and likeness […]

Despite being nearly five months removed from retiring, Nick Saban has been a busy man in 2024. He’s been spotted relaxing at the Masters, giving advice at Senate roundtables on Capitol Hill, and providing commentary on NFL Draft broadcasts. How does Saban prepare for his travels? The former coach told ABC 33/40 that he relies […]

Samford basketball star forward Achor Achor has entered his name into the transfer portal and made the announcement on social media Wednesday morning. I appreciate everyone at Samford University for the last 2 years of my career. I had a great time with everyone and am extremely proud of our accomplishments together! With that being […]

It doesn’t take a genius to see that college football is in the midst of a profound sea change. Earlier this month, Virginia’s state legislature passed into law a bill allowing schools to directly sign their players to name, image, and likeness deals. As a result of an NIL-related lawsuit, the NCAA is reportedly in […]

The NCAA and its power conferences are involved in “deep discussions” to reach a settlement in the House v. NCAA lawsuit, ESPN reports. The case, filed in 2020 by former Arizona State swimmer Grant House, alleges that the NCAA’s rules on name, image, and likeness (NIL) violate both “federal antitrust laws and the common law.” […]

In a historic development, UAB football players tell ESPN that their entire roster has agreed to sign up for Athletes.org, a group that describes itself as “the players association for college athletes.” The Blazers will become the first Division 1 football team to publicly join the organization. The move was announced by UAB quarterback Jacob […]

Just seven hours apart, two babies named Johnny Cash Davis and June Carter Clark were each born on April 10 at Huntsville Hospital. Their parents say it was a complete coincidence. “We do love Johnny Cash, but we really just thought the name ‘June’ was beautiful,” Clark’s mother Sophie told WAFF’s Tennessee Valley Living. “I […]

The Ramsay High School football team has added former Alabama running back Trent Richardson to their coaching staff, they announced Friday morning on social media. We will like to welcome Coach Richardson. pic.twitter.com/lKYLxNe5OD — Ramsay Football (@RamsayFootball) April 19, 2024 Richardson joins a Rams program that has ranked among the state’s elite in recent years. […]

On Saturday, the University of Alabama System unveiled a plaque at Bryant-Denny Stadium honoring late trustee Jim Wilson, a longtime member of the board who passed away in 2023. “Jim Wilson was a remarkable individual whose impact on The University of Alabama is truly immeasurable,” said UA President Stuart Bell. “Jim’s leadership was instrumental in […]

Thursday morning, Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin signed into law legislation permitting Virginia’s universities to directly sign student-athletes to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals, a development that could spell massive changes across college athletics. The NCAA currently prohibits schools from directly paying players, meaning most NIL money is raised and distributed through third-party organizations called […]

Innovate Alabama has announced recipients for the fourth round of the Innovate Alabama Supplemental Grant Program, awarding nearly $4 million to 22 small businesses. 17 of the 22 recipients are currently based in Alabama and received an average of more than $175,000. For the first time, the Supplemental Grant Program has expanded beyond the borders […]

The Alabama men’s basketball team has secured their second portal addition of the offseason. On Saturday afternoon, South Florida transfer and Tuscaloosa native Chris Youngblood announced his intent to spend his final year of eligibility in his hometown. BREAKING: USF transfer guard Chris Youngblood has committed to Alabama, he tells @On3sports. The 6-4 Tuscaloosa native […]

The UAB football team concluded spring practice Saturday morning with mixed reviews from the Blazers coaching staff, hosting a scrimmage at the Blazers’ Football Operations Center. Trent Dilfer on his team's defense: I thought our (No.) 1 defense took huge strides this last week, like massive. It’s really been this whole week that the 1 […]

According to a new poll conducted by UpONE Insights, Alabama GOP primary voters oppose the Supreme Court’s February 16th IVF ruling by a ratio of nearly two-to-one. The court ruled that stored embryos are afforded the same legal protection as children under the state’s Wrongful Death of a Minor Act of 1872. The decision led […]

In a seismic move that will send waves throughout the college basketball landscape, Kentucky men’s head basketball coach John Calipari, who led the Wildcats since 2009, will be leaving for the same position at Arkansas. ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports the deal will be finalized within “the next 24 hours.” Sources: John Calipari is finalizing a […]

Confetti began to fall as the clock ticked down on UAB’s dominant AAC championship victory over Temple. Small forward Alejandro Vasquez, who paced the Blazers with 29 points, couldn’t contain his excitement. Forward Yaxel Lendeborg emotionally accepted the tournament’s MVP award. Big man Christian Coleman threw his hands up in joy. Point guard Eric Gaines […]

One heroic Mark Sears performance later, the Alabama Crimson Tide has made it to the Final Four for the first time in program history. They face their toughest challenge of the season on Saturday, taking on the defending national champion Connecticut Huskies in Phoenix, Arizona.  The odds are stacked against Nate Oats’ group. At the […]