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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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Jaguars prepare for first-ever on-campus game against Tulane Green Wave

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor One week after their huge road victory over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles, the South Alabama Jaguars are preparing for their next biggest game of the season this Saturday night. The Jaguars will host the Tulane Green Wave in their first-ever game in Hancock Whitney Stadium. The Grambling State Tigers were originally slated to be the first home opponent … Continue reading Jaguars prepare for first-ever on-campus game against Tulane Green Wave

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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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Jaguars travel to Southern Miss for the first game of 2020 College Football season

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor This year has been difficult for everyone, especially in the world of sports, but there will be some definition of normal returning as college football for the South Alabama Jaguars starts back this Thursday. The Jaguars will be traveling to Hattiesburg, Mississippi to face the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a pivotal non-conference matchup. The game will be televised … Continue reading Jaguars travel to Southern Miss for the first game of 2020 College Football season

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Two Jaguars Selected For Top Watchlist of 2021 Senior Bowl

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor This semester, college football is going as planned for multiple teams including the South Alabama Jaguars. This season will be a big season for the Jaguars as a team but there it is a big opportunity for two individuals in their final season. Long-time starters in wide receiver Kawaan Baker and outside linebacker Riley Cole were named by the … Continue reading Two Jaguars Selected For Top Watchlist of 2021 Senior Bowl

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USA adjusts 2020 Football Schedule and Gameday Procedures

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Each day more conferences and teams make their decisions on the upcoming 2020 college football season because of COVID-19. Most of the power five conferences like the SEC and the Big Ten are making teams play conference-only games with ten games. Other conferences like the Sun Belt Conference are looking to keep their 12-game format. The South Alabama Jaguars … Continue reading USA adjusts 2020 Football Schedule and Gameday Procedures

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Jaguars left scrambling to find home-opener for 2020

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It has been a difficult year for the entire world. The sports world is no exception with all sports of little leagues to the professional taking a serious postponement to cancelations. With some sports trying to take off in the best way they can, the NCAA and its conference are taking every measure they can to ensure the participant’s … Continue reading Jaguars left scrambling to find home-opener for 2020

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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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2020 South Alabama Jaguars football season preview – Defense

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The term ‘defense wins championships’ is a real phrase that has significant meaning for a position group that gets often overlooked because of the offense. For the South Alabama Jaguars (2-10; 1-7 in Sun Belt Conference play), they have much work to do in the remaining offseason to build a potential conference championship program. The program is looking to … Continue reading 2020 South Alabama Jaguars football season preview – Defense

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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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Tra Minter has a chance to continue football legacy in the NFL

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor After every college football season, some of the top seniors and underclassmen look to achieve their dreams of playing in the NFL. The NFL Draft is an annual event where all 32 NFL teams participate in a seven-round selection process where they select a player from college based on position needs, potential, and impact on the team. For some … Continue reading Tra Minter has a chance to continue football legacy in the NFL

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