Auburn’s New Coach Gets Backing from Major Donor Jimmy Rane
Long‑time Auburn benefactor Jimmy Rane voiced confidence in coach Alex Golesh, highlighting his dedication and promising resources as the program navigates a new era.
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Long‑time Auburn benefactor Jimmy Rane voiced confidence in coach Alex Golesh, highlighting his dedication and promising resources as the program navigates a new era.

Alex Golesh, the newly appointed head coach of Auburn football, talks about his blue‑collar approach, his extensive coaching journey, and the expectations awaiting him in the SEC.

After a whirlwind career across college football, Alex Golesh sees Auburn’s blue‑collar identity as the perfect stage to reshape the Tigers’ destiny.

Four‑star offensive lineman Jatori Williams will announce his college commitment on May 22, revealing a final list that includes Auburn among six programs.
Josh Donaldson, a three‑time All‑Star who starred at Auburn before a 13‑year Major League Baseball career, is set to be inducted into the university’s Wall of Fame, joining iconic figures such as Bo Jackson and Frank Thomas.
Auburn’s baseball squad enters a pivotal SEC series against the top‑ranked Georgia Bulldogs, who have already clinched the league’s regular‑season crown. The matchups, broadcast details and key player confrontations are outlined below.

Auburn University will face Baylor University in the 2026 Aflac Kickoff Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, continuing a pattern of opening the season against the Bears and marking the Tigers' first appearance in Atlanta since 2018.

Cam Coleman’s transfer to Texas brings a potent mix of size, speed, and talent that could translate into a 1,000‑yard receiving season and national award consideration.

The 2026 schedule presents a gauntlet of elite opponents for Auburn's new head coach, Alex Golesh, as the program seeks to rebound

Quentin Burrell, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound receiver ranked No. 85 in the 2027 class, announced his pledge to the University of Michigan, highlighting his route-running IQ and the impact of his sister’s legacy.

Quentin Burrell, a 6‑foot‑2, 195‑pound receiver from Chicago, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan on Tuesday. Ranked No. 85 overall in the 2027 class, he selected the Wolverines over Notre Dame, Arizona State and Missouri, marking the first wide receiver pledge in Michigan’s 2027 recruiting cycle.

Davion Jones, a 4-star safety from Cornelius, North Carolina, includes Indiana among his top five college choices and is set to visit Bloomington this weekend, accompanied by edge rusher Myles Smith.

Four-star safety Davion Jones, a top sprinter from North Carolina, has trimmed his list to five programs and will begin official visits with Indiana University this weekend, with a final decision expected on July 25.
Auburn's recent surge, highlighted by a 13‑win stretch in 18 games and high national rankings, places the program on the cusp of a coveted national seed and a regional hosting slot.
This week's Swampcast recap explores the upcoming 2026 football slate, the baseball team's surge toward a top‑seed regional, and the softball squad's deep postseason aspirations under Coach Tim Walton.
This week’s Swampcast brings together veteran voices Kevin Brockway, Andrew Abadie and Noah Ram as they unpack the Gators’ 2026 slate across football, baseball and softball. In football, the conversation centers on a 7.3 average win total for opponents, a slight dip from last year, and the marquee Week 3 road test at Auburn that could set the tone for first‑year head coach Jon Sumrall’s tenure. Baseball has ridden a late‑season surge that not only secures a regional host but also places the team in the mix for a Super Regional and a top‑eight national seed, with the final push likely to be decided between Florida and Southern Miss. Softball enters the season as the No. 6 national seed, set to host Georgia Tech, Texas State and Florida A&M in the Gainesville Regional, and a potential Super Regional showdown with Texas Tech could pit the Gators against star pitcher NiJaree Canady. Under head coach Tim Walton, Florida softball has not lost a home regional in 14 years and has never fallen in a Super Regional outside of matchups with Georgia, underscoring a home‑field advantage that could prove decisive.
Auburn’s 2026‑27 schedule features a marquee game against Wisconsin in Nashville, a return to the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, and a continuation of its series with Arizona, all while key players Tahaad Pettiford and Kevin Overton come back to lead an experienced backcourt.

The Badgers and Tigers will meet for the second time in nearly two decades, with the game set to showcase top talent from both programs.

The Badgers will meet Auburn at Bridgestone Arena on Dec. 19, 2024, with tickets going on sale May 14. The game marks the second all‑time matchup between the programs.

Ethin Bingaman arrived at Auburn with a pitcher's pedigree but has emerged as a .331 hitter with 10 home runs, earning praise from coaches and teammates as the team prepares to close its non‑conference schedule against Jacksonville State.