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Three things to know about Alabama guard Mark Sears
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Three things to know about Alabama forward Grant Nelson
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Three things to know about Rutgers transfer center Clifford Omoruyi
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Three things to know about Alabama guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr.
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Three things to know about USF transfer PG Chris Youngblood
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Three things to know about Pepperdine transfer PG Houston Mallette
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Three things to know about Alabama sophomore forward Jarin Stevenson
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Three things to know about Alabama sophomore forward Mo Dioubate
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Three things to know about Auburn transfer PG Aden Holloway
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Three things to know about Alabama freshman forward Derrion Reid
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Three things to know about Alabama freshman forward Naas Cunningham
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Three things to know about Alabama freshman guard Labaron Philon
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Three things to know about Alabama freshman forward Aiden Sherrell
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Three things to know about four-star edge rusher Noah Carter
By Dean Harrell, Staff Writer via bamainsider, premium-icon 5m ago football Edit While most of Alabama's freshmen joined the team during the early part of the year, the Crimson Tide brought in a few new reinforcements over the summer. With the opening kickoff in less than three... premium-icon PREMIUM CONTENT You must be a member to read the full article. Subscribe now for instant access to all premium content. icn-check-mark Created with Sketch.
Three things to know about Alabama freshman receiver Amari Jefferson
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TideIllustrated - Three things to know about three-star linebacker Quinton "QB" Reese
While most of Alabama's offseason additions joined the team during the early part of the year, the Crimson Tide brought in a few new reinforcements over the summer. With the opening kickoff in less than three months, TideIllustrated will highlight each of the newcomers. Starting everything off is the three-star inside linebacker out of Birmingham, Quinton “QB” Reese. Despite his nickname, the 6-foot, 215-pound athlete is far from a quarterback.
TideIllustrated - Alabama baseball concludes its season after shutout loss against Stetson
Alabama baseball’s postseason nightmare continues once more as the Crimson Tide’s poor performance at the plate resulted in a 4-0 loss to the Stetson Hatters to end its season in the Tallahassee Regional. Following the loss, first year head coach Rob Vaughn wrapped up his debut season with the Crimson Tide with a 33-24 record overall, and a 13-17 record in the SEC. From the start, Alabama’s performance wasn’t pretty.
Baseball ⚾️ - Alabama vs. Stetson in Tallahassee Regional (elimination game)
Today's 11 a.m. game has been pushed back to at least noon due to a weather delay.
TideIllustrated - Briski and Beaver keep Alabama softball alive after elite performances
If it’s one thing that Alabama softball does well, it’s pitching. Throughout the last decade and beyond, the Crimson Tide have consistently put together elite pitching rotations which have been able to string together incredible success in the circle. From talents such as Jackie Traina to Montana Fouts, head coach Patrick Murphy knows what to look for in his pitchers. Most notably, the veteran head coach found his most recent stars this season.
TideIllustrated - Alabama softball fends off Duke in a win or go home pitcher's duel
For the second time in the postseason, Alabama softball found itself in a win or go home scenario. This time, however, the outcome had even higher stakes. Facing off against the No. 10 seed Duke Blue Devils, the Crimson Tide were down to its last life in the Women’s College World Series. A win would mean an opportunity to stay in the tournament, but a loss would mean the end of the road.
TideIllustrated - Game rewind: No. 10 South Carolina upsets No. 7 Alabama in SEC Tournament
Postseason baseball is underway now, and the No. 7 seed Alabama Crimson Tide took on the No. 10 seed South Carolina Gamecocks in the SEC Tournament at the Hoover Met on a sunny Tuesday afternoon. Offense became the name of the game rather quickly as the bats seemed to get hotter and hotter as the afternoon progressed.
TideIllustrated - Weekend Recap: Alabama baseball drops two; wins a delayed game three
After a hard fought season, it finally came time for Alabama baseball to wrap things up in the most thrilling way possible. Finishing off the final series of the regular season, the Crimson Tide traveled to the plains to face a bitter rival down south against the Auburn Tigers.
TideIllustrated - How to watch: Alabama vs. Auburn in final regular season series
After wrapping up the home schedule against the LSU Tigers last weekend, Alabama baseball has just three more games remaining in the regular season, and is looking to increase its seeding in the regional tournament as much as possible. This week, the Crimson Tide will be taking a road trip to the plains to take on the Auburn Tigers at Plainsman Park.
TideIllustrated - A look at Alabama baseball's NCAA Tournament resume (May 14)
It has been quite the season for Alabama baseball so far. Bringing in a brand new head coach, new players entering the program, and adjusting to an even stronger conference this season, the Crimson Tide have been through it all this year and are still in a good position as the postseason closes in. This past weekend, head coach Rob Vaughn’s squad wrapped up its home schedule for the regular season after a three game series against the defending champion LSU Tigers inside Sewell-Thomas Stadium.
TideIllustrated - Weekend Recap: Alabama wraps up final home series with win over LSU
Alabama baseball has begun the final stretch of the regular season, and is looking to stay in the fight for the SEC West with a few more victories under its belt. Wrapping up the final home series inside Sewell-Thomas Stadium this weekend, the Crimson Tide had the opportunity to do so against the defending champion LSU Tigers.
TideIllustrated - How to watch: Alabama baseball vs. LSU in final home series at The Joe
Alabama baseball has just six games remaining on the regular season schedule, and have been fighting to retain a spot in the top-25 throughout the last few weeks. Fortunately for the Crimson Tide, it has a perfect opportunity to do so this weekend.
TideIllustrated - A look at Alabama baseball's NCAA Tournament resume (May 8)
Alabama baseball has just a week and a half left of games to play before the postseason begins, and it is looking to take any momentum it can get after a long roller coaster of a season this far. After wrapping up the non-conference matchups with a tough victory over the No. 21 Troy Trojans Tuesday night, the Crimson Tide are in a great position to pick up several key wins in the final stretch of the year.
TideIllustrated - Alabama baseball wraps up non-conference with a narrow victory over Troy
After falling out of the top-25 this week, Alabama baseball had its work cut out to find its way back into recognition. Fortunately for the Crimson Tide, it was able to face a tough No. 21 Troy Trojans squad on the road Tuesday night for a perfect opportunity.
TideIllustrated - Weekend Recap: Alabama drops two games; rallies in game three against MSU
Alabama baseball has entered the final month, along with the final stretch of the regular season and every game left becomes more and more important. After traveling to Starkville, the No. 23 Crimson Tide spent its weekend on the road against the No. 16 Mississippi State Bulldogs who sat in the third place position in the SEC West.
TideIllustrated - Alabama beats Samford, turns attention to road series against Ole Miss
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama baseball is entering the final stretch of the regular season, and still has some work to do in order to make some much needed noise in the country. Taking on the Samford Bulldogs on Tuesday night, the No. 23 Crimson Tide were able to take care of business, and come away with a 14-5 victory inside Sewell-Thomas Stadium for the final non-conference home game of the season. “That's a really good team over there," head coach Rob Vaughn said.
TideIllustrated - Germie Bernard shines in his Alabama debut at the A-Day game
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama concluded spring practice by playing in the annual A-Day game inside Bryant-Denny Stadium Saturday afternoon. While several players experienced a Tuscaloosa atmosphere for the first time, wide receiver Germie Bernard shined the brightest of them all. After following head coach Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama, Bernard joined the team in January and has been a prominent receiver for the squad throughout spring camp.
TideIllustrated - The full list of Alabama A-Day spring camp awards
Alabama concluded its 15th and final practice of the spring with the annual A-Day game on Saturday afternoon. Following the game, the Crimson Tide handed out multiple awards after the 34-28 victory by the offensive team. Junior running back Jam Miller took home the Dixie Howell Memorial Award, given to the MVP of the A-Day game. The veteran back concluded his afternoon with two touchdowns and 83 yards off of just eight carries.
TideIllustrated - Alabama veterans give advice to A-Day newcomers
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama football has nearly finished spring camp and has only one more practice remaining until the annual A-Day game inside Bryant-Denny Stadium this weekend. After completing 13 practices so far, the Crimson Tide are closing in on the finish line for the spring, and are prepared to display their work on a national stage. Following Tuesday’s practice, a few A-Day veterans gave some advice to some of the players making their debuts on Saturday.
Kalen DeBoer gives an injury update on Jaeden Roberts
Dean Harrell * TideIllustrated Staff Writer TUSCALOOSA, Ala - Alabama completed its second spring scrimmage on Saturday afternoon, but it concluded with one minor hiccup. From various reports, redshirt junior offensive lineman Jaeden Roberts went down with a leg injury during the scrimmage. Following practice, Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer addressed Roberts' status. "Jaeden's going to be fine," DeBoer said. "He might be down for a little bit here, but he'll be fine.
TideIllustrated - Kalen DeBoer gives an injury update on Jaeden Roberts
TUSCALOOSA, Ala — Alabama completed its second spring scrimmage on Saturday afternoon, but it concluded with one minor hiccup. From various reports, redshirt junior offensive lineman Jaeden Roberts went down with a leg injury during the scrimmage. Following practice, Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer addressed Roberts’ status. “Jaeden’s going to be fine,” DeBoer said. “He might be down for a little bit here, but he’ll be fine. We’ll do some follow up evaluations.
TideIllustrated - Kalen DeBoer gives an update on Parker Brailsford's status with the team
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama football has been taking part in spring practice for just over a month now, but it hasn’t come without some drama and speculation. However, with just one week remaining before the A-Day game, one prominent question was answered.
TideIllustrated - How Alabama's defensive line is like a "tag-team" unit this season
Alabama’s defensive line is a hard-nosed, aggressive force at the line of scrimmage, and has the ability to make its opponent tap out at will. With all the depth at the position, the Crimson Tide’s first line of defense can easily turn into a Wrestlemania event, tagging in teammates off the bench to finish the job. Following Wednesday’s practice, several members of the defensive line commented on Alabama’s “tag-team” approach up front.
TideIllustrated - How to watch: Alabama basketball vs. North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament
The Crimson Tide is still rolling through the NCAA Tournament and is now one of 16 teams still eligible for a national championship right now. Alabama played one of its most physical games on Sunday night and came away with a 71-61 victory over Grand Canyon in the round of 32. Perhaps one of the biggest takeaways of the night was the Crimson Tide’s incredible defense to close out the game.
TideIllustrated - Latrell Wrightsell Jr. available for Alabama's Sweet 16 matchup vs. UNC
Alabama basketball starting guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. left the Crimson Tide’s round of 32 game against Grand Canyon with a head injury in the first half, and didn’t return to the floor. Sunday night, following the game, Nate Oats provided some positive news on his condition. “Wrightsell will be able to play with us Thursday,” Oats said. “He got thumped on the head, had a head injury, he’s had real bad luck lately.
TideIllustrated - Alabama guard Latrell Wrightsell suffers head injury vs. Grand Canyon
Alabama basketball starting guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. will miss the remainder of the Crimson Tide's second-round matchup against Grand Canyon with a head injury. With 6:36 remaining in the first half, Wrightsell went to contest a3-point shot by Grand Canyon’s Gabe McGlothan and caught an elbow to the top of the head from the Lopes’ guard on the way down.
TideIllustrated - DeVonta Smith talks about 'phenomenal' play from the secondary this spring
Alabama has been through six practices in the spring so far, and just held its second practice in full pads on Saturday afternoon. With three weeks remaining until the A-Day game on April 13, the Crimson Tide are closing in on the halfway point of offseason preparations. Already noticing several improvements so far during practice is redshirt junior safety DeVonta Smith who has seen tremendous improvement from his teammates on the defensive side of the ball.
TideIllustrated - Kalen DeBoer discusses how Alabama will use social media in recruitment
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Kalen DeBoer has been the head coach at Alabama for just over three months, and it is already obvious that a new era has come upon the Crimson Tide football program already. Not only have there been on-field changes during practice, but there have also been a few off-the-field differences as well.
TideIllustrated - Nate Oats provides Nick Pringle update and Davin Cosby Jr. injury update
SPOKANE, Wash. — The NCAA Tournament has begun and so has the madness for the No. 4 seeded Alabama Crimson Tide. After landing in Spokane, Washington on Wednesday afternoon, Alabama had one player not along for the ride. Senior Nick Pringle did not fly with the rest of his teammates, but flew by himself on Thursday afternoon and eventually met up with the rest of the team for practice. “Nick is available to play tomorrow,” Oats said.
TideIllustrated - Robert Gillespie breaks down Alabama's running back room
One thing has remained true with Alabama’s running back unit for the last several years. They don’t rebuild, they reload. After the departure of Roydell Williams to Florida State and Jase McClellan to the 2024 NFL Draft, there were many questions surrounding the Crimson Tide backfield for the upcoming season. Friday night, Alabama running back coach Robert Gillespie broke down his running back room and what to expect from his players.
TideIllustrated - Alabama players discuss differences between practices under DeBoer, Saban
We're not in the Nick Saban era anymore. Alabama opened its first spring camp under Kalen DeBoer this week, and the differences between the first-year head coach and his predecessor couldn't be more apparent than on the practice field. Featuring loud music and a frenetic pace, DeBoer's practices offer a different vibe than Saban's old workouts.
TideIllustrated - Kalen DeBoer's first impression of Michigan transfer Keon Sabb
Alabama took a major step toward reshaping its secondary last month by bringing in Michigan safety Keon Sabb from the transfer portal. Following Sabb's first practice in crimson and white Monday, first-year Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke about what the Crimson Tide is getting in its newest defender. “You bring a guy like him in to be an impact player for you,” DeBoer said.
TideIllustrated - Nick Pringle continues stretch of above average play in 81-74 loss at home
While this season has been far from easy for Alabama senior Nick Pringle, he’s always been able to bounce back and continue to play well. After being on the receiving end of two suspensions this season, Pringle has still proven to be a valuable member of this Crimson Tide basketball team. Following a high stakes matchup inside Coleman Coliseum against the No. 4 Tennessee Volunteers, Nick Pringle played a huge role for head coach Nate Oats’ squad despite the 81-74 loss at home Saturday night.
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TideIllustrated - Davin Cosby Jr. shines against Ole Miss for a career-high 15 points
When a team is struggling on the road and in need of a spark, sometimes a coach will look for a young, streaky player off the bench to give some life to the rest of the team. Wednesday night in Oxford, Mississippi, Alabama head coach Nate Oats did just that. After a below average first half against the Ole Miss Rebels, the Crimson Tide found itself battling for a lead for the majority of the second half as well.
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