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August 10, 2008
TIGER TALES: Christian Thompson
To give our readers a deeper insight into this year’s freshman class, the Opelika-Auburn News presents Tiger Tales—a question-and-answer feature to help get to know the newest Auburn football players.
SZVETITZ COLUMN: Random summer sports thoughts
While waiting for Mike McCarthy’s blood pressure to come down, I started thinking ...
August 09, 2008
VIDEO: Chris Todd speaks to reporters
Auburn quarterback Chris Todd speaks to reporters after practice.
Tide looks to McClain for leadership
A year ago, Alabama middle linebacker Rolando McClain was the student, getting a crash course in Nick Saban Defense 101.
AUBURN NOTEBOOK: Defense looking for answers after scrimmage
Sen’Derrick Marks couldn’t argue the facts.
Tuberville: Offense performs well in scrimmage
Auburn’s spread offense is designed to wear down opposing defenses with a fast-paced, no-huddle approach. When the offense is really clicking, the quick pace limits defense’s opportunities to substitute and keeps defenders from catching their breath.
Former Auburn swimmers Coventry and Gangloff advance in Olympic prelims
BEIJING — Former Auburn swimmers Kirsty Coventry and Mark Gangloff both advanced in their respective events Saturday as swimming got under way at the 2008 Olympics.
August 08, 2008
Auburn wide receiver Smith adjusting to new offensive system
By now, Rod Smith knows to expect the questions.
Auburn High, Opelika wrap up first week of preseason practice
The countdown to the 2008 high school football season started as soon as the 2007 season ended.
Auburn athletes ready for Olympics
The countdown to 08.08.08 has come and passed with the opening ceremonies of the 29th Olympiad in Beijing.
Hanks, Arenas set for battle in Tide’s first scrimmage
TUSCALOOSA — Chances are pretty good that early in Alabama’s first scrimmage of fall camp today at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Darius Hanks is going to line up in the slot and see Javy Arenas directly in front of him.
Former AU pitcher Gregg Olson to be inducted into Orioles Hall of Fame
The first and only two-time All-American to play baseball at Auburn, Gregg Olson will be inducted into the Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame tonight, prior to the Orioles 6:05 p.m. game against the Texas Rangers.
AU volleyball team opens practice
The calendar in the home of first-year Auburn volleyball coach Wade Benson has had Friday marked on it for quite some time, and it is not just because it’s his birthday.
AUBURN NOTEBOOK: Tiger defense ready for first scrimmage
Today is a big day for the Auburn football team
TIGER TALES: Drew Cole
To give our readers a deeper insight into this year’s freshman class, the Opelika-Auburn News presents Tiger Tales—a question-and-answer feature to help get to know the newest Auburn football players. Today: Drew Cole.
AUBURN NOTEBOOK: Experienced offensive line fighting injuries
It was a rare accomplishment: When Auburn started spring practice back in February, the Tigers returned all five starters on the offensive line.
Auburn Orange All-Stars eliminated by North Carolina
LaGRANGE, Ga. — Auburn Orange had its chances, but just couldn’t seem to cash them in.
Cielo, Hawke take bond to Beijing
Cesar Cielo and Brett Hawke aren’t brothers. But they sure act like it.
Lyman Ward hires football coach
CAMP HILL — Lyman Ward Military Academy hired Sheldon Ward as its head football coach.
Former Tide star Humphrey supports Saban
DOTHAN — Could Bobby Humphrey shred Mississippi State for 284 yards? Could he burn Penn State for 220? Or Tennessee for 217?
Still a slender 6-foot-2, he looks like it, but, remember, he’s 41 years old.
August 07, 2008
Burns, Todd quarterback battle still undecided
Auburn’s quarterback competition shows no sign of being resolved any time soon.
AU soccer holds first practice
With a roster that boasts 17 returning letter winners off of the 2007 NCAA Tournament squad, the Auburn soccer team began fall practice on Thursday with an early morning and late afternoon practice.
AU cross country announces five signees
Auburn head cross country coach Peter Watson announced the addition of five newcomers, one transfer and four freshmen, to the men’s roster for the 2008 season.
VIDEO: Brad Lester on Thursday’s practice
Auburn running back Brad Lester speaks to reporters after Thursday’s practice
Favre saga over as QB gets fresh start with Jets
Brett Favre’s journey from retirement and back has finally ended — in New York.
TIGER TALES: QB Barrett Trotter
To give our readers a deeper insight into this year’s freshman class, the Opelika-Auburn News presents Tiger Tales—a question-and-answer feature to help get to know the newest Auburn football players. Today: Barrett Trotter.
August 06, 2008
AUBURN NOTEBOOK: Savage out for the year with knee injury
When Auburn cornerback Aairon Savage injured his right knee in practice Monday, few onlookers saw any reason for optimism.
Auburn Orange stays alive in AAA World Series
LaGRANGE, Ga. — It’s becoming a trend.
Bama kicker Tiffin hopes for big year in ‘08
TUSCALOOSA — Leigh Tiffin is a soft sell. A student of understatement.
ALABAMA NOTEBOOK: Gameday to be in Atlanta for Alabama-Clemson game
ESPN’s College GameDay will be part of the festivities leading up to Alabama’s Aug. 30 season opener against Clemson in Atlanta.



