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South Alabama football opens as a three-point favor over Texas State

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor After not playing for more than three weeks, the South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) will be back in Hancock Whitney Stadium this Saturday as they start Sun Belt Conference play against the Texas State Bobcats (1-4; 1-1 in Sun Belt play). Last year, the Jaguars traveled to San Marcos, Texas, as they lost 30-28 in quarterback Desmond Trotter’s first-ever start … Continue reading South Alabama football opens as a three-point favor over Texas State

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South Alabama loses to the UAB Blazers 42-10 at home

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Photos by: Lauren Barksdale | Photographer After an extended break in a bye-week in week three, the South Alabama Jaguars were back in action against the UAB Blazers on Thursday night in Hancock Whitney Stadium. The Jaguars were looking to get revenge on the Blazers after their loss last season in Birmingham with a 35-3 score. While there were … Continue reading South Alabama loses to the UAB Blazers 42-10 at home

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Jaguars Volleyball drop both matches versus Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks

By: Lauren Barksdale | Contributing writer Photos by: Michael Dunn | Photographer Last Saturday, the South Alabama Jaguars volleyball team hosted the Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks at the Jag Gym. They played in two different four-set matches, both ending in a Jaguar defeat.  In the hard-fought second set, the Jags lost 25-20 as they attempted to come back in a swinging rally from behind in … Continue reading Jaguars Volleyball drop both matches versus Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks

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Jaguars Football to host the UAB Blazers on primetime Thursday night

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The South Alabama Jaguars (1-1) are back in action this Thursday night after having the week off. The Jaguars will host the UAB Blazers (1-1) for their final non-conference of the season. Last season, the Jaguars traveled to Birmingham, Alabama, for the first-ever meeting between the teams as the Blazers crushed the Jags with a 35-3 score. This Thursday, … Continue reading Jaguars Football to host the UAB Blazers on primetime Thursday night

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Jaguars blow big lead against Tulane in first game in Hancock Whitney Stadium

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Last Saturday was a special night for the South Alabama Jaguars football program and the fans. History was made as the Jaguars hosted the Tulane Green Wave in their first-ever game in Hancock Whitney Stadium, their new on-campus stadium. The Jaguar started the game off with a strong lead but were unable to finish the fourth quarter as they … Continue reading Jaguars blow big lead against Tulane in first game in Hancock Whitney Stadium

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USA Soccer drop their first game of the 2020 season 2-1 in double overtime

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Football is not the only collegiate sport that is thriving despite the continuing threats of COVID-19. The South Alabama Jaguars soccer team is back once again as favorites to win the Sun Belt Conference title for the seventh time in their eight-year run. The Jaguars are coming from their dominating performance in the 2019 Sun Belt Conference Championship Tournament … Continue reading USA Soccer drop their first game of the 2020 season 2-1 in double overtime

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USA Makes Huge Statement by Shocking Southern Miss 32-21

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Week one was a new start for the South Alabama Jaguars as they traveled to Hattiesburg to take on the Southern Miss Golden Eagles. Last Thursday was a huge statement for fans, the opponents, and to themselves as the Jaguars shocked the Golden Eagles 32-21. The Jaguars snapped a 15-game road game losing streak as well as account for … Continue reading USA Makes Huge Statement by Shocking Southern Miss 32-21

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2020 South Alabama Jaguars football season preview – Special Teams

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Special teams are an area of the team that is often overlooked by fans and most media. The South Alabama Jaguars football team played their worst season in program history this past year. The special teams were the least of their problems but took some of the bulk as a result of a 2-10 season (1-7 in Sun Belt … Continue reading 2020 South Alabama Jaguars football season preview – Special Teams

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Two USA Jaguars sign free-agent deals with NFL teams

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Every year, several players are able to fulfill their dream of being an NFL Draft pick. This past Thursday through Saturday, the 2020 NFL Draft took seven rounds to have 255 players selected. Several South Alabama Jaguars prospects had the potential to be drafted by their new NFL team. The Jaguars were looking to have their first Jaguar drafted … Continue reading Two USA Jaguars sign free-agent deals with NFL teams

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Women’s Jags Basketball loses in comeback from Troy Trojans 77-73

By: Christian Hinkel | Contributing Writer For the second time this season, the South Alabama Women’s basketball team fell to the hands of the Troy Trojans last Saturday in the double-header with Troy. The Jaguars held a tight game against the Trojans, who had the far superior winning record. Despite the loss, the Jaguars put up a four-quarter fight and gave the Trojans all they … Continue reading Women’s Jags Basketball loses in comeback from Troy Trojans 77-73

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Jaguars upset Red Wolves 34-30 in final game of 2019

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It has not been the best season for the South Alabama Jaguars football team in their second season under head coach Steve Campbell. The day after Thanksgiving was the last chance for the Jaguars to get their second win of the season against a tough Sun Belt Conference foe in the Arkansas State Red Wolves. This game was also … Continue reading Jaguars upset Red Wolves 34-30 in final game of 2019

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Jaguars fight to the end in 37-27 loss to Louisiana Ragin Cajuns

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor With three weeks left in the 2019 College Football season, the South Alabama Jaguars faced a three-game lineup of some of the best Sun Belt Conference teams. Last Saturday, the Jaguars hosted one of the most established rushing offenses in the nation against the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns. The Jags were the more efficient team on offense and defense than … Continue reading Jaguars fight to the end in 37-27 loss to Louisiana Ragin Cajuns

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