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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

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Serving the campus of the University of Alabama since 1894

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Nick Robbins

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10 former Alabama football players selected in the NFL draft

10 former Alabama football players selected in the NFL draft

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer April 30, 2023

It was a busy weekend in Kansas City for Nick Saban and his former Alabama players as 10 Crimson Tide alumni were selected across the seven rounds of the NFL Draft, with an additional five signing as undrafted...

Men’s tennis struggles Thursday at home with No. 9 Georgia

Men’s tennis struggles Thursday at home with No. 9 Georgia

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer March 5, 2023

It was a tough night on the courts for Alabama men’s tennis as the team lost 6-1 to No. 9 Georgia at home in Roberta Alison Baumgardner Tennis Facility on Thursday, March 2.   Georgia won the doubles...

Fans wait in line to pay the raised Coleman Coliseum concession prices of the 2022-2023 season.

The price for a night out at Coleman Coliseum keeps adding up  

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer March 1, 2023

There is nothing quite like sitting down in your favorite stadium and grabbing a bite to eat. Whether their preference is a hot dog, a beer or some popcorn, fans love to be able to eat classic stadium...

Former Alabama football players showcase talents at Senior Bowl

Former Alabama football players showcase talents at Senior Bowl

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 5, 2023

It was a productive week in Mobile, Alabama, for several University of Alabama football seniors as they looked to build their draft stock ahead of April’s NFL Draft at the annual Reese’s Senior Bowl....

Alabama Women’s Tennis Downs Navy 6-1 to Kick off 2023 Season

Alabama Women’s Tennis Downs Navy 6-1 to Kick off 2023 Season

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer January 16, 2023

The Alabama women’s tennis team kicked off its 2023 campaign with a win, defeating the U.S. Naval Academy 6-1 on Sunday at Roberta Alison Baumgardner Tennis Facility. Sophomore Loudmilla Bencheikh and...

Men’s and Women’s Tennis compete at the ITA All-American Championships

Men’s and Women’s Tennis compete at the ITA All-American Championships

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer October 10, 2022

Alabama men’s and women’s tennis teams each sent two athletes to compete at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association All-American Championships. The men’s tournament was held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and...

The Other Side: A Preview of the Aggies with The Battalion 

The Other Side: A Preview of the Aggies with The Battalion 

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer October 5, 2022

The No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide (5-0) will take on the Texas A&M Aggies (3-2) under the lights this Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Crimson White sat down with The Battalion’s assistant sports...

Nick Saban walks in a suit alongside a colleague

Saban to Texas? Why it never happened

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer September 7, 2022

When Alabama and Texas met at the Rose Bowl for the 2010 BCS National Championship game, it was a matchup of programs heading in different directions.   Two historic programs, two historic coaches...

Saban inks new extension through 2030 to become college football’s highest paid coach

Saban inks new extension through 2030 to become college football’s highest paid coach

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer August 23, 2022

Saban’s not going anywhere.   Alabama football head coach Nick Saban signed a new extension adding one year to the last seven-year deal he signed. The deal keeps Saban in charge of the Crimson Tide...

CW/ David Gray

Becoming an Alabama Fan

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer August 8, 2022

They always talk about Saturdays down South.   Those days are special for any of the 14 SEC schools on any given Saturday in the fall. You never truly understand it until you step on campus and stand...

Mercy Chelangat runs at the NCAA Track and Field Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Women’s Track and Field team finishes 15th at NCAA Outdoor Championships

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer June 13, 2022

Alabama women’s track and field finished up a strong weekend at the NCAA Outdoor Championships placing 15th. The Crimson Tide picked up 15 points over two days of competition at Hayward Field on the...

Women’s golf wraps up season at NCAA Championships

Women’s golf wraps up season at NCAA Championships

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer May 23, 2022

The Alabama women’s golf team wrapped up its strong 2022 campaign at the NCAA Golf Championship at the Greyhawk Golf Club Raptor Course in Scottsdale, Ariz. The Crimson Tide placed 24th at the tournament...

The Alabama womens golf team poses after finishing second in the NCAA Franklin Regional at the Vanderbilt Legends Club North Course in Franklin, Tennessee.

Women’s golf finishes runner up at regional, punch ticket to NCAA Tournament

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer May 12, 2022

The 2022 season will go on for the Alabama women’s golf team.  Fifth year senior Polly Mack finished first overall in the regional as the Crimson Tide slotted into second, qualifying for the NCAA...

Alabama men’s golf finishes last at SEC Golf Championship

Alabama men’s golf finishes last at SEC Golf Championship

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer April 24, 2022
It was a disappointing week for Alabama men’s golf at the Sea Island Golf Club at St. Simons Island, Georgia.
Zane Denton trotting back to the dugout against Alabama State on Feb. 23.

Perfect start from McNairy leads baseball to win over Troy

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer March 3, 2022

The pitchers were in a groove and the bats were hot for Alabama baseball en route to an 8-1 win over Troy on a beautiful and sunny Wednesday afternoon at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The Crimson Tide’s victory...

The Alabama gymnastics team rejoices as senior Shallon Olsen completes her floor routine on Feb. 4, 2022.

Gymnastics secures ‘Power of Pink’ meet win over Georgia

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 12, 2022

Coleman Coliseum was a sea of pink as No. 8 Alabama gymnastics hosted its 18th annual “Power of Pink” meet Friday night. The Crimson Tide downed Georgia 197.475-196.800 en route to their second...

Senior Shallon Olsen completes her floor routine and teammates celebrate. Photographed on Feb. 4

Alabama gymnastics prepares for Power of Pink meet

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 9, 2022
No. 8 Alabama (3-3, 1-2 SEC) and head coach Dana Duckworth hope to channel the ‘Power of Pink’ as they welcome Georgia to Coleman Coliseum Friday night. 
Alabama baseball drops opening fall scrimmage at MS State 

Alabama baseball drops opening fall scrimmage at MS State 

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer October 16, 2021

Alabama baseball and the defending National Champions Mississippi State scrimmaged Friday night in Starkville, Mississippi. The Crimson Tide fell to the Bulldogs 2-1 in a defensive battle.  The scrimmage...

Alabama baseball announces 2022 schedule

Alabama baseball announces 2022 schedule

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer October 14, 2021

Alabama baseball will play 56 games against 28 participants in the 2021 NCAA Baseball Tournament — and 21 of these opponents are SEC teams.  The Crimson Tide will open its season at home against...

SGA is introducing away game fan buses! #TideTravels. This year the Student Government Association is implementing a pilot program for a fan bus to take students to away games. There will be one bus with 52 seats for the game against Mississippi State game in Starkville on Saturday, October 16th. The cost will be $5 per student. SGA Est. 1914.

SGA to Provide Student Transportation Option for Mississippi State Game

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer October 13, 2021
The Student Government Association announced a pilot program to help UA students attend away football games.
Alabama women’s golf places second at weekend invitational

Alabama women’s golf places second at weekend invitational

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer September 29, 2021
The Alabama women’s golf team placed second overall at the Mason Rudolph Invitational, off the back of two individual top-10 performances.
Alabama men’s basketball announces 2021-22 non-conference schedule

Alabama men’s basketball announces 2021-22 non-conference schedule

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer September 1, 2021
Alabama men’s basketball announced its 2021-22 non-conference schedule on Aug. 31.
UA seniors create ticket exchange platform

UA seniors create ticket exchange platform

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer August 11, 2021
There is a new option for students who want to secure football tickets this fall.
UA student-athletes perform on Olympic stage

UA student-athletes perform on Olympic stage

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer August 5, 2021
Current and former student-athletes represented the Crimson Tide on the Olympic stage this summer. 
Reflecting on the old and previewing what’s to come for men’s basketball

Reflecting on the old and previewing what’s to come for men’s basketball

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer August 4, 2021
Alabama Men’s Basketball and Head Coach Nate Oats hope to build on a decorated 2020-21 season as they prepare for the 2021-22 campaign. 
Recap | Baseball drops regional opener

Recap | Baseball drops regional opener

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer June 4, 2021

Alabama’s (31-25) first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014 ended in an 8-1 loss against NC State (31-17) on Friday afternoon. The Crimson Tide will play in an elimination game against Rider University...

Preview | Baseball dives into NCAA Tournament

Preview | Baseball dives into NCAA Tournament

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer June 2, 2021

The NCAA unveiled its baseball tournament bracket on May 31, and Alabama (31-24) saw its name for the first time since 2014.  Alabama was one of nine SEC programs to qualify for the tournament.  This...

CW / Hannah Saad

Riccardo Roberto seals men’s tennis match over Vanderbilt

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer March 8, 2020
Men's tennis defeated Vanderbilt 4-2 on Sunday, with junior Riccardo Roberto providing the clinching point.
Dominant floor routines push gymnastics win over Kentucky

Dominant floor routines push gymnastics win over Kentucky

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 28, 2020
The 9th-ranked Crimson tide had a strong night outside of bars with a 49.300 on vault and a 49.350 on beam. The team finished the night off on floor with a 49.550.
CW / Hannah Saad

Poor three-point shooting costs Alabama

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 20, 2020
Coming into its matchup against Texas A&M, Alabama ranked No. 8 in the nation in three-point attempts. Despite the high number of attempts, the Crimson Tide went 16-for-44 in its loss against Texas A&M.
CW / Hannah Saad

Men’s tennis picks up win over Tulsa

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer February 8, 2020
Alabama men's tennis beat Tulsa on Friday night in its final non-conference match of the season.
CW / Austin Bigoney

Men’s tennis suffers first loss of season to Dartmouth

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer January 25, 2020
Men's tennis lost its first match of the season on Friday night, falling to visiting Dartmouth 4-3.
CW / Austin Bigoney

Alabama sweeps double-header, moves to 4-0 on season

Nick Robbins, Contributing Writer January 20, 2020
Alabama improves to 4-0 on the season after it swept its double-header on Monday.
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