Nick Vander Tuig scattered four hits over seven-plus innings and UCLA produced just enough offense to defeat North Carolina State 2-1 in the College World Series on Tuesday night.More >>
Never has a team swinging metal bats produced so few runs through two College World Series games yet found itself in such an enviable position.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.More >>
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.More >>
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.More >>
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...More >>
Oregon State used a seven-run fourth inning to break open the game against mistake-prone Louisville, and the Beavers stayed alive in the College World Series with an 11-4 victory on Monday.More >>
It's one down and three to go for Oregon State.More >>
The U.S. team will face Spain in the Under-20 World Cup on Friday, with FIFA promising increased security following anti-government protests in Istanbul and other Turkish cities in recent weeks.More >>
The Under-20 World Cup kicks off Friday in Turkey with FIFA promising increased security following sometimes violent, anti-government protests that have gripped Istanbul and other Turkish cities in recent weeks.More >>
Tens of thousands of Brazilians again flooded the streets of the country's biggest city to raise a collective cry against a longstanding lament - people are weighed down by high taxes and high prices but get...More >>
Scattered street demonstrations popped up around Brazil Wednesday as protesters continued their collective cry against the low-quality public services they receive in exchange for high taxes and rising prices.More >>
By The Associated Press Serena Williams says she's reaching out to the family of the victim in the Steubenville rape case after the tennis star was quoted in a Rolling Stone article saying...More >>
By The Associated Press Serena Williams says she's reaching out to the family of the victim in the Steubenville rape case after the tennis star was quoted in a Rolling Stone article saying "she...More >>
The historic wave of protests that has swept across Brazil in recent days has gained some important allies - the players of the Brazilian national football team.More >>
The historic wave of protests that has swept across Brazil in recent days has gained some important allies - the players of the Brazilian national football team.More >>
Marion Bartoli of France has withdrawn from the Eastbourne grass-court tournament with a viral infection, giving No. 2-seeded Li Na of China a walkover into the quarterfinals.More >>
Marion Bartoli of France has withdrawn from the Eastbourne grass-court tournament with a viral infection, giving No. 2-seeded Li Na of China a walkover into the quarterfinals.More >>
IOC inspectors have concluded their second visit to Pyeongchang by praising organizers for making good progress on preparations for the 2018 Winter Games.More >>
IOC inspectors have concluded their second visit to Pyeongchang by praising organizers for making good progress on preparations for the 2018 Winter Games.More >>
The city of Huntsville is trying to spice up life in its downtown area with two new entertainment districts. Promoters plan a launch for the new area, where restaurant and bar patrons will be able to purchase alcohol to-go...More >>
The Hornets are without Greivis Vasquez for Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Clippers because of the starting point guard's sprained right ankle. Vasquez was hurt during Tuesday's night's...More >>
There's optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches with winning track records. The Crimson Tide brought in former Purdue and Texas Tech coach Kristy Curry...More >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
Frank Wren is facing a dilemma that general managers covet but also dread. The Atlanta Braves must make room in an already deep rotation as Brandon Beachy is almost set to return from elbow surgery. Beachy was perhaps...More >>
By STEVE DOUGLAS AP Sports Writer Ever since Greg Norman's final-round implosion allowed Nick Faldo win the Masters in 1996, a generation of fine English talent has come up short in golf's...More >>
By STEVE DOUGLAS AP Sports Writer Ever since Greg Norman's final-round implosion allowed Nick Faldo win the Masters in 1996, a generation of fine English talent has come up short in golf's four...More >>
This wasn't the way it was supposed to end, not on Phil Mickelson's birthday and not at Merion Golf Club, where history will record with little fanfare outside of England that Justin Rose won his first...More >>
This wasn't the way it was supposed to end, not on Phil Mickelson's birthday and not at Merion Golf Club, where history will record with little fanfare outside of England that Justin Rose won his first major...More >>
By The Associated Press Justin Rose ends a 43-year English drought with the 32-year-old Briton winning the U.S. Open. Phil Mickelson celebrates his 43rd birthday with his sixth silver medal. Shawn...More >>
By The Associated Press Justin Rose ends a 43-year English drought by winning the U.S. Open. Phil Mickelson celebrates his birthday with a second-place finish. Shawn Stefani hits a hole-in-one on the 17th...More >>
Jason Leffler, like every other racer, understood the risks of his profession. It's a conversation he had with his longtime girlfriend when his NASCAR prospects dried up and a return to the sprint car circuit was...More >>
Jason Leffler, like every other racer, understood the risks of his profession. It's a conversation he had with his longtime girlfriend when his NASCAR prospects dried up and a return to the sprint car circuit was the...More >>
Greg Biffle raced to his second straight Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway, easily holding off Kevin Harvick after points leader Jimmie Johnson smacked the wall in the final laps Sunday.More >>
Greg Biffle gave Ford a milestone victory - right down the road from company headquarters.More >>
Ryan Hunter-Reay continued Andretti Autosport's domination at the Milwaukee Mile, winning the IndyCar event Saturday for the second year in a row.More >>
When Ryan Hunter-Reay picked up his first win of the season in Alabama, he regretted that his wife and newborn son weren't on hand for Victory Lane photographs.More >>
Points leader Regan Smith won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday, holding off Kyle Larson in the final 10 laps.More >>
The rain drops splashed down on the pavement at Michigan International Speedway about an hour after Regan Smith's victory Saturday.More >>
Brandon Moss and John Jaso homered off Yu Darvish and the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics beat Texas 6-2 on Tuesday night.More >>
Facing Yu Darvish has been no problem for the Oakland Athletics. They have beaten the Texas Rangers' Japanese ace four times, more than any other team.More >>
Nick Vander Tuig scattered four hits over seven-plus innings and UCLA produced just enough offense to defeat North Carolina State 2-1 in the College World Series on Tuesday night.More >>
Never has a team swinging metal bats produced so few runs through two College World Series games yet found itself in such an enviable position.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Zack Wheeler lived up the hype in his major league debut, pitching six scoreless innings to lead the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the first-place Atlanta Braves and a doubleheader sweep on Tuesday.More >>
After a long day at Turner Field, the future suddenly looks a lot brighter for the New York Mets.More >>
Kevin Youkilis needs back surgery and Mark Teixeira has returned to the 15-day disabled list with an aching right wrist, the latest injury setbacks for the depleted New York Yankees.More >>
They come back for a bit, then they're gone again. So it goes for the New York Yankees and many of their ailing stars this season.More >>
Mario Chalmers broke out of a shooting slump to score 10 points, lifting the Miami Heat to a 27-25 lead over the San Antonio Spurs after one quarter of Game 6 in the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.More >>
LeBron James saved a championship reign, canceled a celebration.More >>
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.More >>
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...More >>
During his team's Game 3 rout of the Heat, Gregg Popovich was shown on TV talking to his players while they were in the process of burying Miami with a stirring offensive display.More >>
During his team's Game 3 rout of the Heat, Gregg Popovich was shown on TV talking to his players while they were in the process of burying Miami with a stirring offensive display.More >>
Five things to watch for in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs try to clinch their fifth title and end the Miami Heat's reign on Tuesday night:More >>
Five things to watch for in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs try to clinch their fifth title and end the Miami Heat's reign on Tuesday night:More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:24:37 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruitersMore >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:00:19 GMT
Alabama football picked up a commitment from offensive lineman J.C. Hassenauer.Hassenauer didn't waste time accepting Alabama's scholarship offer. He attended the Tide's OL/DL camp last weekend. CoachMore >>
Alabama football picked up a commitment from offensive lineman J.C. Hassenauer.Hassenauer didn't waste time accepting Alabama's scholarship offer. He attended the Tide's OL/DL camp last weekend. CoachMore >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-06-15 23:50:20 GMT
Offensive lineman Barrett Jones became the latest former University of Alabama player to sign a rookie contract to play in the NFL when he agreed to a four-year deal with the St. Louis Rams this week.AMore >>
Offensive lineman Barrett Jones became the latest former University of Alabama player to sign a rookie contract to play in the NFL when he agreed to a four-year deal with the St. Louis Rams this week.More >>
Saturday, June 15 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-06-15 20:07:06 GMT
Alabama landed one of the top quarterback recruits in the nation on Friday.Five-star prospect David Cornwell announced on twitter that he had committed to the Crimson Tide."Officially committed to theMore >>
Alabama landed one of the top quarterback recruits in the nation on Friday.Five-star prospect David Cornwell announced on twitter that he had committed to the Crimson Tide.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:32 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:32:38 GMT
Former Alabama star Barrett Jones has signed with the St. Louis Rams.Jones got a four year deal worth $2.605 million and a $445,200 signing bonus from the Rams, according to the Baltimore Sun.Jones couldMore >>
Former Alabama star Barrett Jones has signed a four-year, 2.605 million deal with the St. Louis Rams.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-06-12 21:28:01 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama men's basketball head coach Anthony Grant announced the final changes to his staff for the upcoming 2013-14 campaign. Former video coordinator Sean Dwyer moves into the specialMore >>
Alabama men's basketball head coach Anthony Grant announced the final changes to his staff for the upcoming 2013-14 campaign.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:20 AM EDT2013-06-12 04:20:14 GMT
By STEVE MEGARGEEAP Sports Writer ATHENS, Tenn. (AP) - Alabama coach Nick Saban wants to make sure the defending national champions take nothing for granted. Saban said Tuesday during an Athens (Tenn.)More >>
Alabama coach Nick Saban wants to make sure the defending national champions take nothing for granted.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:13 AM EDT2013-06-12 04:13:57 GMT
ATHENS, Tenn. (AP) - Former first-round draft pick Rolando McClain is back at his alma mater now that his NFL career has ended. Alabama coach Nick Saban said Tuesday at an Athens (Tenn.) Area ChamberMore >>
Former first-round draft pick Rolando McClain is back at his alma mater now that his NFL career has ended.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-06-12 02:34:33 GMT
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- All 21 University of Alabama varsity athletic teams scored well above the national cutoff standard of 930 in the latest Academic Progress Rate (APR) the NCAA announced Tuesday.More >>
All 21 University of Alabama varsity athletic teams scored well above the national cutoff standard of 930 in the latest Academic Progress Rate the NCAA announced Tuesday.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-10 19:31:43 GMT
Alabama coach Nick Saban's planned appearance at a benefit event Tuesday in Tennessee shows the Crimson Tide-Volunteers rivalry is alive and well, even if it's been one-sided lately. Saban's speech atMore >>
Alabama coach Nick Saban's planned appearance at a benefit event Tuesday in Tennessee shows the Crimson Tide-Volunteers rivalry is alive and well, even if it's been one-sided lately. Saban's speech atMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:39:01 GMT
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. They join the ten signees that had previously reported.The new arrivalsMore >>
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:24:37 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruitersMore >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-06-15 02:07:59 GMT
AUBURN, Ala. -- Sunny Golloway has been named Auburn's head baseball coach, Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Friday. Golloway has spent the past eight seasons as head coach at the UniversityMore >>
Sunny Golloway has been named Auburn's head baseball coach, Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Friday.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:35:09 GMT
Auburn softball found a championship caliber coach.Clint Myers is the Tigers new coach, following an eight year run at Arizona State that resulted in two national championships and seven trips to the Women'sMore >>
After guiding the Arizona State softball program to two NCAA national championships and seven Women's College World Series appearances, Clint Myers has decided to try his hand in the SEC, accepting an offer to become the Tigers' new head coach.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-06-12 22:11:25 GMT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Ndamukong Suh went to the front of the line to lead the way. And when it wasn't Suh's turn, he had words of encouragement — which included a playful jab — for his fellow defensiveMore >>
Ndamukong Suh went to the front of the line to lead the way. And when it wasn't Suh's turn, he had words of encouragement — which included a playful jab — for his fellow defensive linemen.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-06-11 21:13:25 GMT
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Former Rutgers basketball player Jerome Seagears has changed his mind about transferring to Auburn. Auburn coach Tony Barbee said in a statement Monday that Seagears told the coachesMore >>
Former Rutgers basketball player Jerome Seagears has changed his mind about transferring to Auburn.More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-06-07 23:02:20 GMT
The last of four Auburn University football players charged in a 2010 armed robbery has pleaded guilty. Former tight end Dakota Mosley entered a guilty plea Friday and will serve three years in prisonMore >>
The last of four Auburn University football players charged in a 2010 armed robbery has pleaded guilty.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-06-05 02:20:18 GMT
The CNR Regions Tradition Pro-Am tournaments will get underway Wednesday morning, and several celebrities are set to participate in the annual event at Shoal Creek Country Club.Alabama head football coachMore >>
The CNR Regions Tradition Pro-Am tournaments will get underway Wednesday morning, and several celebrities are set to participate in the annual event at Shoal Creek Country Club.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:57:08 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - UAB athletic director Brian Mackin believes fans will see much improved football and basketball teams next season. The Blazers went through someMore >>
UAB athletic director Brian Mackin believes fans will see much improved football and basketball teams next season.More >>
Saturday, May 25 2013 9:18 PM EDT2013-05-26 01:18:40 GMT
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- No. 2-ranked Florida scored two runs in its last at bat Saturday to rally past UAB, 4-3, in the first game of the NCAA Softball Super Regional at Pressly Stadium. Katie Medina'sMore >>
No. 2-ranked Florida scored two runs in its last at bat Saturday to rally past UAB, 4-3, in the first game of the NCAA Softball Super Regional in Gainseville. More >>
Thursday, April 25 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-04-26 02:36:01 GMT
UAB basketball got a commitment from junior college guard Thaddeus Rideau. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard was an NJCAA Division II All-American last season for Brown Mackie College in Salina, KS. RideauMore >>
UAB basketball got a commitment from junior college guard Thaddeus Rideau. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard was an NJCAA Division II All-American last season for Brown Mackie College in Salina, KS. RideauMore >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 10:02 PM EDT2013-04-07 02:02:10 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The UAB football team completed its second week of spring drills on Saturday as the squad moved to Legion Field for a two-hour morning workout. "It was really fun to be out here today,"More >>
The UAB football team completed its second week of spring drills on Saturday as the squad moved to Legion Field for a two-hour morning workout.More >>
Thursday, April 4 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-04-04 19:57:13 GMT
UAB has granted guard Isaiah Jones his release and he is expected to transfer out of the program at the end of the school year. Jones played in 23 of the Blazers 33 games this season, with averages 2.8More >>
UAB has granted guard Isaiah Jones his release and he is expected to transfer out of the program at the end of the school year. Jones played in 23 of the Blazers 33 games this season, with averages 2.8More >>
Thursday, March 14 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-03-14 21:14:03 GMT
TULSA, Okla. -- Neil Watson scored 23 points and Dwayne Davis scored 20 to lead second-seeded Southern Mississippi to an 81-66 victory over UAB on Thursday in the quarterfinals of the Conference USAMore >>
Neil Watson scored 23 points and Dwayne Davis scored 20 to lead second-seeded Southern Mississippi to an 81-66 victory over UAB in the quarterfinals of the C-USA Tournament. More >>
Wednesday, March 13 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-03-14 01:56:51 GMT
TULSA, Okla. -- Jordan Swing scored 17 points, including a layup with 9 seconds to play, and UAB beat SMU 53-52 in the opener of the Conference USA tournament on Wednesday. Swing had a team-high nineMore >>
Jordan Swing scored 17 points, including a layup with 9 seconds to play, and UAB beat SMU 53-52 in the opener of the Conference USA tournament on Wednesday. More >>
Saturday, March 9 2013 11:43 PM EST2013-03-10 04:43:10 GMT
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The UAB men's basketball team fell on the road to No. 25 Memphis, 86-71, on Saturday at the FedexForum to close out the 2012-13 regular season. The Blazers will await their tournamentMore >>
The UAB men's basketball team fell on the road to No. 25 Memphis, 86-71, on Saturday at the FedexForum to close out the 2012-13 regular season.More >>
Thursday, March 7 2013 12:12 AM EST2013-03-07 05:12:42 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Isaiah Sykes scored 21 points, posted a double-double and hit two late, key free throws as Central Florida held off Alabama-Birmingham 74-70 Wednesday night in Conference USAMore >>
Isaiah Sykes scored 21 points, posted a double-double and hit two late, key free throws as Central Florida held off Alabama-Birmingham 74-70 Wednesday night in Conference USA action.More >>
Saturday, March 2 2013 7:13 PM EST2013-03-03 00:13:56 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- Rod Rucker collected his 10th double-double of the season as Alabama-Birmingham won its fourth straight, defeating Southern Methodist 74-69 Saturday. Rucker had 21 points andMore >>
Rod Rucker collected his 10th double-double of the season as Alabama-Birmingham won its fourth straight, defeating Southern Methodist 74-69 Saturday.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:37:14 GMT
Samford safety Jaquiski Tartt has been named to the preseason watch list for the top defensive back in FCS football.The College Football Performance Awards announced the field on Monday.Tartt was one ofMore >>
Samford safety Jaquiski Tartt has been named to the preseason watch list for the top defensive back in FCS football.The College Football Performance Awards announced the field on Monday.Tartt was one ofMore >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-06-11 22:05:19 GMT
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Four Alabama State athletic teams received postseason bans for the upcoming seasons, including football and men's basketball. The Hornets were among 10 schools with a total ofMore >>
Four Alabama State athletic teams received postseason bans for the upcoming seasons, including football and men's basketball.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:26:54 GMT
The SEC and the Big 12 conferences will tip off the first SEC/Big 12 Challenge this Fall. The inter-conference games begin November 14 with Alabama playing host to Texas Tech. Auburn travels to IowaMore >>
The SEC/Big 12 Challenge tips off this fall.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-05-13 04:19:32 GMT
Four teams from the state of Alabama are in the chase for the NCAA Softball Championship. Defending champ Alabama was given the 10th overall seed and will host a regional Friday through Sunday at RhoadsMore >>
Four teams from the state of Alabama are in the chase for the NCAA Softball Championship. Defending champ Alabama was given the 10th overall seed and will host a regional Friday through Sunday at RhoadsMore >>
Saturday, April 13 2013 5:52 PM EDT2013-04-13 21:52:05 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Samford football team held its final scrimmage of spring practice Saturday afternoon at Seibert Stadium. The scrimmage was the second the Bulldogs have been through this spring.More >>
The Samford football team held its final scrimmage of spring practice Saturday afternoon at Seibert Stadium. More >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-04-07 01:56:38 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The Samford football team held its first scrimmage of spring practice Saturday evening at Seibert Stadium. The team ran about 70 plays during the scrimmage, and head coach Pat SullivanMore >>
The Samford football team held its first scrimmage of spring practice Saturday evening at Seibert Stadium.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-03-26 17:54:51 GMT
Troy has hired Western Kentucky assistant Phil Cunningham as men's basketball coach. Cunningham was introduced in a news conference Tuesday to replace Don Maestri, who retired at the Sun Belt ConferenceMore >>
Troy has hired Western Kentucky assistant Phil Cunningham as men's basketball coach.More >>
Monday, March 25 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-03-25 23:08:53 GMT
UAB football coach Garrick McGee wants to make sure his players don't have a sense of entitlement going into spring drills. "There's no one that's solidified a position," McGee said on Monday. "We haveMore >>
UAB football coach Garrick McGee wants to make sure his players don't have a sense of entitlement going into spring drills. "There's no one that's solidified a position," McGee said on Monday. "We haveMore >>
