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Auburn’s women’s basketball team announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring a season‑opening home game, a road trip to Texas Tech, a tournament in Puerto Rico, and high‑profile matchups against Stanford and Wake Forest.
The Mobile County Sportsplex Soccer Complex has completed a major expansion, adding four new fields, a restroom/concession building, and a 300‑space parking lot. The upgrades support a range of youth sports, enhance tournament capacity, and are projected to stimulate local tourism and economic growth, as highlighted by County Commission President Connie Hudson.
The 2026 Alabama high school football season begins on August 20, featuring a top 25 ranking released by the USA TODAY Network and culminating in championship games in Mobile and Montgomery.
The 2026 Mizzou Tigers football team’s linebacker group faces significant changes after losing three key contributors to the NFL. Nicholas Rodriguez, the most experienced returning player, saw a major increase in playing time in 2025, making him a critical leader. Newcomer Robert Woodyard Jr. is expected to be a starter, having shown elite defensive play in the SEC. Jeremiah Beasley, a transfer from Michigan, is poised to take on a key role as the third linebacker. The team’s depth includes returning players like Brian Huff and Dante McClellan, as well as freshmen JJ Bush and Keenan Harris, who may contribute on special teams. The challenge will be determining who will step up behind Rodriguez and Woodyard in the linebacker room.
Samford enters the match with a 2‑0‑1 record, while South Alabama looks to rebound; the game will be streamed live on ESPN+.
Washington's football program boasts seven players on the Panini Senior Bowl preseason watchlist, highlighting depth and NFL draft potential.
Ben Conken, a 20‑year‑old football standout from Mobile, Alabama, died after a battle with cancer. His story reflects a blend of athletic promise, community spirit, and an unyielding commitment to helping others.
Four Auburn players earn spots on the Panini Senior Bowl Top‑300 watchlist, highlighting the program’s offensive firepower and defensive depth as they gear up for the upcoming senior all‑star game.
Georgia Tech’s rising stars Justice Haynes and E.J. Lightsey have been recognized in the 2027 Panini Senior Bowl Top 300, highlighting a promising season for the Yellow Jackets.
Five Florida Gators football players were named to the 2027 Senior Bowl Top 300 list, recognizing achievements that span defensive dominance, transfer impact and all‑purpose playmaking.
The Tar Heels' standout pass rusher is recognized among the nation's top prospects as he heads to Mobile for the Senior Bowl and a historic game in Ireland.
The fifth‑year senior’s dominant season, marked by minimal sacks and a high‑scoring offense, positions him as a top prospect for the NFL Draft.
Senior linebacker Chris Rodgers is selected among the nation's top 300 draft‑eligible players after a breakout 2025 campaign that helped Tulane achieve its first playoff appearance.
Chris Bracy, a former three‑star recruit from Mobile, Alabama, is set to debut for the Michigan Wolverines in 2026, bringing a blend of experience and resilience to a secondary that already boasts elite talent.
Former Mobile-area football player Flip Rudolph organized the inaugural Chosen Ones Camp at Peters Park, offering free training, meals and haircuts while emphasizing faith and confidence.
The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its 2026 preseason football rankings, outlining key dates, defending champions and a revised classification structure that will shape the upcoming season.
The Gadsden Times has launched a fan‑driven contest to identify the region’s top high school football punter and kicker, inviting supporters to vote once per day until noon CT on August 6. The Alabama high school season begins August 20, and for the first time the championship events will be held in Mobile from December 2‑5.
BYU’s fall practice highlights Williams’ transition and his push for a starting role in the secondary.
The 2026 Alabama high school football season begins Aug. 20‑22 for Montgomery‑area squads, running through Oct. 30 before region games and the AHSAA postseason, culminating in a December championship in Mobile.
The Gadsden Times has launched a fan‑driven poll to determine the area’s best offensive lineman, with voting running through July 23 and the winners set to be celebrated in Mobile in early December.
The university’s soccer program detailed a calendar of events that blends competition with a series of fan‑focused promotions, kicking off with a season‑opening clash against Alabama State on Aug. 20.
At a luncheon in Lafayette, Louisiana, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette baseball program celebrated its 2026 season and unveiled a packed 2027 schedule, featuring non‑conference series, Sun Belt matchups and neutral‑site events, while newcomer Drew Markle expressed appreciation for the local support.
Ranked 14th among the Razorbacks' top 30 players for 2026, KJ Jackson brings experience, leadership and a strong arm to the quarterback competition.
The 2026 football season for Montgomery-area high schools begins Aug. 20, runs through Oct. 30, and culminates with playoff games and championship events in Mobile and November.