Saturday, December 22 2012 5:10 PM EST2012-12-22 22:10:06 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Alabama continued BCS National Championship Game preparations on Thursday inside the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility while junior linebacker C.J. Mosley made news following theMore >>
Alabama continued BCS National Championship Game preparations on Thursday inside the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility while junior linebacker C.J. Mosley made news following the two-hour practice.More >>
Nick Saban will have to fill a hole on his staff following the BCS National Championship game in January.
Alabama secondary coach Jeremy Pruitt will leave his alma mater to become the defensive coordinator at Florida State after the Crimson Tide's title game against Notre Dame on January 7.
"He will stay here and coach the bowl game, which I don't feel is an issue or a problem." Saban said on Thursday after Alabama's third BCS title game practice. "The guy played at Alabama. He loves Alabama. It's tough for him to leave Alabama, but it's a professional decision I think he had to make."
Pruitt was hired to Saban's staff in 2007 as the Director of Player Development before being promoted to his current position following Alabama's 2009 national championship season. He is credited for the development of two first round NFL draft picks in safety Mark Barron and cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick, and he will likely have a third player drafted in the first round with the likely early departure of Dee Milliner, who is currently projected as a top 10 pick in the 2013 draft.
In a post-practice interview on Thursday, Milliner said he understood Pruitt's decision to leave and wishes him nothing but the best.
"That's just part of college football. You're going to get the opportunities to help your families and do different things." Milliner said. "For him to be a defensive coordinator, that's great for him. I wish him the best and hope he can go along to Florida State and win more games."
Along with the promotion to a coordinator position, Pruitt will receive a significant pay raise in Tallahassee on Jimbo Fisher's staff. He is reportedly set to make around $540,000 per season at Florida State, which is more than double the $260,000 he made at Alabama this season.
Pruitt takes over on defense for Mark Stoops, who left the Seminoles earlier this month to become the new head coach at Kentucky.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:46:14 GMT
State legislators end their session at midnight. School security and a gun bill were on the table and a disagreement put the Governor and the Legislature at odds on the Alabama Accountability Act. Today,More >>
State legislators pass school security and a gun bill and a disagreement put the Governor and the Legislature at odds on the Alabama Accountability Act.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:54:30 GMT
Governor Robert Bentley issued a statement following the deadly tornado that struck Oklahoma on Monday afternoon. "Dianne and I are offering prayers of support for everyone in Oklahoma. The people ofMore >>
The people of Alabama can identify first-hand with those who have suffered such a devastating loss. We understand how painful it is to lose friends, neighbors and loved ones. We understand the challenges of a massive recovery and rebuilding effort. We will stand with the people of Oklahoma in the coming days, weeks, months and years.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:01:27 GMT
The Republican majority in the Alabama Legislature has handed the Republican governor a major defeat by rejecting his proposal to delay the start of private school tax credits for two years. The HouseMore >>
Legislature kills amendment calling for delay to school tax credits.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:47:12 GMT
The Alabama Center for Real Estate says residential home sales spiked significantly last month compared to April home sales in previous years. They were up 43 percent over last year, but 80 percentMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:29:41 GMT
Etowah County Sheriff Todd Entrekin says just because a woman wants to put her own life at risk with drugs, doesn't give her the right to endanger her unborn child. Entrekin says this must end. Women areMore >>
Etowah County Sheriff Todd Entrekin says this must end. Women are being prosecuted for actions that endanger their unborn children.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:33:05 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies restsMore >>
Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies rests at his feet.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:06:23 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional at Rhoads Stadium. WithMore >>
In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:39:48 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.A native of Fairmont, WV, Saban has been theMore >>
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:40:31 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- Director of Athletics Bill Battle formally introduced Kristy Curry as the next head women's basketball coach for The University of Alabama on Thursday in a press conference in theMore >>
Director of Athletics Bill Battle formally introduced Kristy Curry as the next head women's basketball coach for the University of Alabama Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:10:21 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- The Alabama softball team (42-13) is making its 15th trip to the NCAA Tournament as the Crimson Tide will host the Tuscaloosa Regional this weekend at Rhoads Stadium. UA is hostingMore >>
The Alabama softball team is making its 15th trip to the NCAA Tournament as the Crimson Tide will host the Tuscaloosa Regional this weekend at Rhoads Stadium.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:11:42 GMT
On Friday, May 24th, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) will launch a "Congress in Your Community" town hall meeting tour through Jefferson County to provide an opportunity for residents of the 7th CongressionalMore >>
On Friday, May 24th, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) will launch a "Congress in Your Community" town hall meeting tour through Jefferson County to provide an opportunity for residents of the 7th CongressionalMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:19:46 GMT
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography. U.S. District Judge C. Lynwood Smith, Jr. sentenced LoydMore >>
A federal judge Monday sentenced a former museum security guard to more than eight years in prison for receiving and possessing child pornography.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:56:48 GMT
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot. Investigators say the shooting happened Sunday afternoon in the 3600 block of Jaybird Road in BrightonMore >>
Bessemer Police investigating a shooting into an occupied vehicle, where a 4-year-old child was shot.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:54:59 GMT
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall. The road is closed between Mineral Springs Road and Bowman Circle. The Alabama DepartmentMore >>
A portion of Highway 174 between Pell City and Odenville was washed away over the weekend due to heavy rainfall.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 2:38 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:38:10 GMT
A wounded military veteran from Jacksonville has a new life to look forward to thanks to the community and some supportive foundations. Sunday night, The Gary Sinise Foundation along with community partnersMore >>
A wounded military veteran from Jacksonville has a new life to look forward to thanks to the community and some supportive foundations. Sunday night, The Gary Sinise Foundation along with community partnersMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:03:59 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs is adamant that the football program and overall department will rebound from a rough year and that he'll be aroundMore >>
Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs is adamant that the football program and overall department will rebound from a rough year and that he'll be around to enjoy the resurgence.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 >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:52 AM EDT2013-05-14 12:52:35 GMT
A six-person committee has completed a review of Auburn's athletic department. Committee member Mac Crawford said Monday the review found that the department is "in good shape" overall. He says the committeeMore >>
A six-person committee has completed a review of Auburn's athletic department.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:39 PM EDT2013-05-09 03:39:10 GMT
Auburn, Ala. -- Tina Deese, who has led the Auburn softball program for the last 17 seasons, has been dismissed as head coach, Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Wednesday. "I deeply appreciateMore >>
Tina Deese, who has led the Auburn softball program for the last 17 seasons, has been dismissed as head coach, Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-05-08 23:13:19 GMT
Hal Baird will return to the diamond at this month's SEC Baseball Tournament. The programs all-time wins leader will be a part of this year's SEC Legends class. Baird coached Auburn for 16 seasons (1985-2000)More >>
Hal Baird will return to the diamond at this month's SEC Baseball Tournament.More >>
The Alabama Legislature has passed a bill making it a felony for a parent to neglect to promptly notify authorities when their child is missing or dead in response to the Caylee Anthony case in Florida.More >>
The Alabama Legislature has passed a bill making it a felony for a parent to neglect to promptly notify authorities when their child is missing or dead in response to the Caylee Anthony case in Florida.More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than 2 days, bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park favorite.More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than two days - 384 times, up and around - bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park...More >>
An ethno-inspired flute and drum tune from Denmark is the bookmakers' favorite to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, which also features a bizarre opera pop number from Romania and an Armenian rock song...More >>
Denmark's Emmelie de Forest has won this year's Eurovision Song Contest with her ethno-inspired flute and drum tune "Only Teardrops," despite tough competition from spectacular stage shows by performers from...More >>
An Oregon funeral home in Eugene offers natural burials where the ride to the person's final resting place is on the back of a three-wheeled bicycle.More >>
An Oregon funeral home in Eugene offers natural burials where the ride to the person's final resting place is on the back of a three-wheeled bicycle.More >>
Anchorage police say a young man who didn't want to return to jail ran out onto the uncertain ice of an Alaska lake to escape officers armed with an arrest warrant.More >>
Anchorage police say a young man who didn't want to return to jail ran out onto the uncertain ice of an Alaska lake to escape officers armed with an arrest warrant.More >>
Patrick Corbin tossed a three-hitter for his first complete game and struck out a career-high 10, lifting the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 5-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.More >>
Patrick Corbin tossed a three-hitter for his first complete game and struck out a career-high 10, lifting the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 5-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.More >>
Gustav Nyquist and Drew Miller scored 31 seconds apart midway through the second period and Pavel Datsyuk restored a two-goal lead in the third to help the Detroit Red Wings beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1 Monday...More >>
The young Detroit Red Wings have made the mighty Chicago Blackhawks look vulnerable, beating them two straight times to gain an advantage in their last playoff matchup as Western Conference rivals.More >>
Adam Dunn hit a three-run homer in the first inning and the Chicago White Sox handed Jon Lester his first loss of the season with a 6-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Monday night.More >>
Adam Dunn hit a three-run homer in the first inning and the Chicago White Sox handed Jon Lester his first loss of the season with a 6-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Monday night.More >>
Vernon Wells doubled in the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees hit four solo homers in a 6-4 victory over the Orioles on Monday night, extending Baltimore's losing streak to six games.More >>
Vernon Wells doubled in the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees hit four solo homers in a 6-4 victory over the Orioles on Monday night, extending Baltimore's losing streak to six games.More >>
Clayton Kershaw scattered three singles in his second complete game of the year and Matt Kemp hit his first home run since April 24, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on...More >>
Clayton Kershaw scattered three singles in his second complete game of the year and Matt Kemp hit his first home run since April 24, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night.More >>
Jay Bruce hit a tiebreaking homer and drove in two runs to back Johnny Cueto's wild but effective return from the disabled list, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 4-3 Monday night.More >>
Jay Bruce hit a tiebreaking homer and drove in two runs to back Johnny Cueto's wild but effective return from the disabled list, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 4-3 Monday night.More >>
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:33:39 GMT
The Pisgah softball team rolled to its eighth state championship after taking down Winfield in Class 3A and Hayden grabbed its first Class 5A title in the AHSAA Tournament Saturday at Montgomery's LagoonMore >>
The Pisgah softball team rolled to its eighth state championship after taking down Winfield in Class 3A and Hayden grabbed its first Class 5A title in the AHSAA Tournament Saturday.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:14:17 GMT
The Pelham High School baseball team swept Hewitt-Trussville 2-0 to win the AHSAA Class 6A state championship Saturday in Montgomery.The Panthers (28-13) claimed the school's first state baseball titleMore >>
The Pelham High School baseball team swept Hewitt-Trussville 2-0 to win the AHSAA Class 6A state championship Saturday in Montgomery.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:33:05 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies restsMore >>
Nick Saban's scowling face now greets fans coming into the state of Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and a box of his cherished oatmeal cream pies rests at his feet.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:33:41 GMT
The Hatton High School softball team won its fourth straight Class 2A state title Friday while Haleyville captured its second straight title in Class 4A. The Sparkman girls capped off an undefeated seasonMore >>
Haleyville captured its second straight title in Class 4A while the Sparkman girls capped off an undefeated season by winning the Class 6A crown in the AHSAA state softball championships at Lagoon Park in Montgomery.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:17:05 GMT
The Hartselle High School baseball team staged an exciting comeback in the final two innings to overcome Spanish Fort and win the Class 5A state baseball championship Saturday at Montgomery's RiverwalkMore >>
Hartselle staged an exciting comeback in the final two innings to overcome Spanish Fort and win the Class 5A state baseball championship Saturday in Montgomery. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:06:23 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional at Rhoads Stadium. WithMore >>
In a back-and-forth affair the Alabama softball team held off Western Kentucky, 7-6, Saturday afternoon in day two of the NCAA Softball Tuscaloosa Regional.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:39:48 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.A native of Fairmont, WV, Saban has been theMore >>
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will be one of eight to be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Saturday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:40:31 GMT
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- Director of Athletics Bill Battle formally introduced Kristy Curry as the next head women's basketball coach for The University of Alabama on Thursday in a press conference in theMore >>
Director of Athletics Bill Battle formally introduced Kristy Curry as the next head women's basketball coach for the University of Alabama Thursday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:56:15 GMT
Class 1A St. Luke's Episcopal captured the school's first state baseball title Thursday sweeping three-time defending state champion Shoals Christian in the AHSAA State Baseball Championships at Montgomery'sMore >>
Class 1A St. Luke's Episcopal captured the school's first state baseball title Thursday sweeping three-time defending state champion Shoals Christian.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:30 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:30:21 GMT
Lincolnton, N.C. -- Former NASCAR driver Richard "Dick" Trickle, 71, died Thursday from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident occurred at 12:02 p.m. at Forest Lawn Cemetery on HighwayMore >>
Former NASCAR driver Richard "Dick" Trickle, 71, died Thursday in North Carolina from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:46:14 GMT
State legislators end their session at midnight. School security and a gun bill were on the table and a disagreement put the Governor and the Legislature at odds on the Alabama Accountability Act. Today,More >>
State legislators pass school security and a gun bill and a disagreement put the Governor and the Legislature at odds on the Alabama Accountability Act.More >>
Hearing on the radio that a violent storm was approaching her rural Oklahoma neighborhood, Lindsay Carter took advantage of the advanced warning, gathered her belongings and fled. When she returned, there was little...More >>
A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against...More >>
Officials at two hospitals say they're treating nearly 60 patients, including more than a dozen children, after a massive tornado hit suburban Oklahoma City.More >>
Officials at two hospitals say they've been treating more than 120 patients, including about 50 children, since a massive tornado hit suburban Oklahoma City.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:54:30 GMT
Governor Robert Bentley issued a statement following the deadly tornado that struck Oklahoma on Monday afternoon. "Dianne and I are offering prayers of support for everyone in Oklahoma. The people ofMore >>
The people of Alabama can identify first-hand with those who have suffered such a devastating loss. We understand how painful it is to lose friends, neighbors and loved ones. We understand the challenges of a massive recovery and rebuilding effort. We will stand with the people of Oklahoma in the coming days, weeks, months and years.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:21:15 GMT
BIRMINGHAM– On Wednesday, May 22, 2013, the American Cancer Society will mark its milestone of 100 years of medical breakthroughs and saving lives. In fact, experts with the organization, credited asMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:11:42 GMT
On Friday, May 24th, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) will launch a "Congress in Your Community" town hall meeting tour through Jefferson County to provide an opportunity for residents of the 7th CongressionalMore >>
On Friday, May 24th, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) will launch a "Congress in Your Community" town hall meeting tour through Jefferson County to provide an opportunity for residents of the 7th CongressionalMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:01:27 GMT
The Republican majority in the Alabama Legislature has handed the Republican governor a major defeat by rejecting his proposal to delay the start of private school tax credits for two years. The HouseMore >>
Legislature kills amendment calling for delay to school tax credits.More >>
Alabama secondary coach Jeremy Pruitt has been named the new Florida State defensive coordinator. (abc3340.com)
Nick Saban said after practice Thursday that Pruitt's decision to leave was a professional one that he had to make. (abc3340.com)
Alabama cornerback Dee Milliner said he hopes Pruitt continues to win at Florida State. (abc3340.com)
