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August 19, 2009
Top stars shine for Tide in scrimmage
TUSCALOOSA — Alabama’s first scrimmage of training camp produced standout play from the usual suspects — Greg McElroy, Julio Jones, Mark Ingram, Rolando McClain and Dont’a Hightower — and not a lot of surprises to Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban.
August 12, 2009
Hightower destined to be next great Bama LB
If you’re looking for one of the candidates for Breakout Player of the Year in the SEC, look no further than Alabama’s Dont’a Hightower.
He was a first-team Freshman All-American last season. He’s poised to be one of the best linebackers, period, in the SEC this season.
What does ‘Bama’s Arenas fear? Failure
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama’s Javier Arenas is finally getting as much recognition as a cornerback as he does for his punt return abilities.
August 11, 2009
Sal Sunseri busy molding Bama’s next wave of pass rushers
First-year assistant coach Sal Sunseri is supposed to resurrect Alabama’s dormant pass rush.
So how exactly is he doing it?
August 10, 2009
Brandon Fanney lands at North Alabama
FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) - Former University of Alabama linebacker Brandon Fanney has transferred to North Alabama.
Tide freshmen going through learning curve
TUSCALOOSA — A couple days into any college football training camp, newcomers’ heads are spinning. It’s exactly that way at the University of Alabama.
August 07, 2009
Alabama starts season at No. 5 in coaches’ poll
It’s been said there’s only a handful of teams that have a realistic shot at winning the national championship when the college football season begins.
If that truly is the case, then Alabama has to be considered one of those teams.
Coaches rank Tide preseason No. 5
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama is ranked fifth in the USA Today preseason Top 25 college football coaches poll.
August 06, 2009
Lawrence one of 10 players not returning for Tide
Alonzo Lawrence, a Parade All-American in high school and one of Alabama’s prized signees in 2008, is no longer a member of the Crimson Tide.
The 6-foot, 204-pound Lawrence was expected to do big things in Tuscaloosa before his career was over, but he was redshirted as a true freshman last season and a violation of team rules during the offseason led to his leaving the program.
Tide reports to practice, Saban discloses roster
TUSCALOOSA — For 364 days a year, the big story surrounding Alabama football centers on who is or who will be on the team.
August 03, 2009
Fan Day set for Bryant-Denny Stadium
Alabama fans who can’t wait for the season opener against Virginia Tech will get an early chance to see the Crimson Tide at Fan Day, which is next Sunday.
July 31, 2009
Bama’s ‘92 title run included magic moment in Starkville (audio included)
Everyone remembers the 34-13 Sugar Bowl win over Miami, but what some people might not remember about Alabama’s last run to the national championship in 1992 was the Crimson Tide’s close-call escape in Starkville, Miss.
July 28, 2009
Bama hopes trend of playing in Atlanta continues
Alabama is getting well-acquainted with Atlanta’s Georgia Dome these days.
July 27, 2009
Javier Arenas set for a standout senior year at Alabama, then the NFL
TAMPA — As the sun beat down on his University of Alabama cutoff T-shirt, former Robinson High athlete and rising Alabama senior cornerback and return specialist Javier Arenas tossed a football back and forth in his hands, staring down at the grass beneath his cleats.
Can Alabama pull surprise by landing Owens?
The battle for ESPNU 150 Watch List linebacker LaDarius Owens (Bessemer/Jess Lanier) appears to be coming to a close.
July 24, 2009
SEC Media Days: Johnson praises OL work ethic
HOOVER—Alabama’s offensive line anchor for 2009—veteran left guard Mike Johnson—spoke to a throng of reporters Thursday at SEC Media Days.
The standout senior is likely to be joined on the first-team offensive front by new left tackle James Carpenter or freshman D.J. Fluker, new center William Vlachos, new right guard Brian Motley or John Michael Boswell and returning right tackle Drew Davis.
Alabama LB Rolando McClain at SEC Media Days
Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain speaks at SEC Media Days.
Alabama OL Mike Johnson at SEC Media Days
Alabama offensive lineman Mike Johnson addresses the media at SEC Media Days.
Alabama coach Nick Saban at SEC Media Days
Alabama head coach Nick Saban addresses the media at SEC Media Days.
UPDATED: Opelika’s Grant chooses Crimson Tide
A day after picking up a commitment from an ESPNU 150 Watch List tight end, Alabama picked up a pledge from speedy running back Corey Grant (Opelika/Opelika) Thursday.
Grant picked Alabama over Florida and Auburn.
July 23, 2009
SEC Media Days: Saban addresses recent player defections
Almost as newsworthy lately as the players committing to play for Alabama are the players choosing not to return to Alabama.
Linebacker Prince Hall won’t be back. Neither will Chris Jackson. Rumors of other defections also are beginning to crop up. Alabama head coach Nick Saban addressed the departures at SEC Media Days Thursday.
Opelika’s Grant chooses Crimson Tide
The crimson wave continues.
A day after picking up a commitment from an ESPNU 150 Watch List tight end, Alabama picked up a pledge from speedy running back Corey Grant (Opelika/Opelika) Thursday.
SEC Media Days: Bama may have ruined possible return of Georgia blackout
HOOVER—Georgia still has its black jerseys. Whether or not the Bulldogs ever wear them again is another story.
The last time Georgia did its “Blackout”—complete with the players, coaches and fans all donning black—visiting Alabama unleashed a 41-30 whipping on the then No. 3 Bulldogs. That was last September.
Tide on possible verge of another commitment wave
Looks like Alabama may be on the cusp of another commitment wave.
SEC Media Days: Tide might not want to underestimate Mullen-led Bulldogs
HOOVER—If Alabama fans think Mississippi State is destined to remain doormat material forever, they may want to think again.
Dan Mullen may be just the guy to put some bite back in the Bulldogs. If nothing else, he proved Wednesday at SEC Media Days, he’s got the character, personality, charm, smarts, enthusiasm, optimism, pedigree and presentation skills to woo talent to Starkville, Miss.
July 22, 2009
SEC Media Days ‘09 starts today with lightweights
The 2009 college football season is finally here.
At least the parade of cliches regarding SEC football in the form of SEC Media Days.
The three-day event kicks off this afternoon at the Wynfrey Hotel in Hoover. Each SEC school will be represented by its head coach and two accompanying players and they will all take turns addressing the print, television and radio mediums.
SEC, ESPN help make SEC Network a reality
Everyone knew once the Big Ten tried it with success, it was just a matter of time before the SEC followed suit.
July 13, 2009
Tide to rely on super sophomores Jones and Hightower
The white-hot days of summer conditioning continue on campuses around the country, including in Tuscaloosa.
July 02, 2009
Alabama places 90 on SEC Spring Academic Honor Roll
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A total of 90 University of Alabama student-athletes representing nine different teams were named to the Southeastern Conference Spring Academic Honor Roll, the SEC office announced on Wednesday.
June 23, 2009
Bert Bank, founder of Alabama Football Network, dies
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Bert Bank, a World War II veteran who became a state legislator and founded the Alabama Football Network, has died.
