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South Alabama Women’s Volleyball takes on Troy at home

Photos By: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor By: Gracie King | Contributing Writer After coming off of a strong winning weekend against the Georgia Southern Eagles and Georgia State Panthers, the South Alabama Lady Jaguars Women’s Volleyball were looking to dominate on the court yet again against the Troy Lady Trojans. The Lady Jags continued to dominate by winning 3-0 at home against Troy.   At … Continue reading South Alabama Women’s Volleyball takes on Troy at home

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South Alabama football loses to #21 Appalachian State at homecoming

Photos by: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It was homecoming week for the University of South Alabama that concluded with the Jaguars’ toughest task of the season. This past Saturday, the Jaguars had to host undefeated and ranked #21 Appalachian State Mountaineers. The Mountaineers would be the second ranked team faced since week one against the #24 Nebraska Cornhuskers. … Continue reading South Alabama football loses to #21 Appalachian State at homecoming

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Jaguars football to host undefeated Appalachian State Mountaineers

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor This season has given many tough tasks and matchups to the South Alabama Jaguars (1-6). This Saturday might be their toughest yet as they will host the #21 Appalachian State Mountaineers (6-0). Not only are the Mountaineers the best team in the Sun Belt Conference but they are also the highest ranked opponent the Jaguars have played or likely … Continue reading Jaguars football to host undefeated Appalachian State Mountaineers

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South Alabama Lady Jags prepare for another double-header

By: Gracie King | Contributing Writer Last weekend, the South Alabama Women’s Volleyball team traveled to Texas to face the UT Arlington Mavericks and the Texas State Bobcats on the court. The team went 1-1 for the weekend, beating the Mavericks but then losing the Bobcats. Coach Meekes-Rydell still says there were shining moments in the loss. The Jaguars bounced back from losing the first … Continue reading South Alabama Lady Jags prepare for another double-header

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South Alabama Jaguars lose to their rivals Troy Trojans in the Battle for the Belt 37-13

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The eighth annual Battle for the Belt rivalry commenced once again between the South Alabama Jaguars and the Troy Trojans. The Jaguars were not having the season that they wanted halfway through the season but there was hope Wednesday night at Troy. Before last night’s game, the home team was 2-5 in this rivalry. The Jaguars played very well … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars lose to their rivals Troy Trojans in the Battle for the Belt 37-13

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South Alabama Womens’ Volleyball Prepares for Out of State Match-Ups in Texas

By: Gracie King | Contributing Writer With eager and prepared eyes locked on their goal, the South Alabama Womens’ Volleyball team will be heading out of state this weekend for two back-to-back tough matches. On Friday, October 18th, they will be playing the UT Arlington Mavericks at 6:30 pm. The next day, they will be playing the Texas State Bobcats at 6:30 pm. Coach Meekes … Continue reading South Alabama Womens’ Volleyball Prepares for Out of State Match-Ups in Texas

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History of the Battle for the Belt Rivalry between South Alabama and Troy

By; Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The eighth annual Battle for the Belt trophy between the South Alabama Jaguars (1-5) and the Troy Trojans (2-3) will take place once again in the middle of the week on October 16th in Troy, Alabama. In the short time of the heated in-state rivalry, the Trojans are currently leading the series 4-3. No program has had a winning … Continue reading History of the Battle for the Belt Rivalry between South Alabama and Troy

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South Alabama Jaguars lose at home 20-17 in double overtime to Georgia Southern

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The South Alabama Jaguars came into their home conference game of the season looking to get a good momentum going after their loss to Louisiana-Monroe the week before. Last Thursday was the toughest the Jags played as a ten-point underdog to the Georgia Southern Eagles. The Jaguars had a 17-10 lead with 4:26 left in the game until Georgia … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars lose at home 20-17 in double overtime to Georgia Southern

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South Alabama Jaguars (1-4) loses at Louisiana-Monroe (2-2) 30-17

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor A revitalized South Alabama Jaguars felt good all week preparing for their first Sun Belt Conference at the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks this past Saturday. It was a tough stretch for both teams leading up to the matchup with their tough non-conference schedules. South Alabama started off strong on their first drive with a three-yard touchdown run from quarterback Cephus Johnson. … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars (1-4) loses at Louisiana-Monroe (2-2) 30-17

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South Alabama and Lousiana-Monroe look to get their first Sun Belt win of 2019

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It’s a brand-new season for the South Alabama Jaguars (1-3) as they start Sun Belt Conference play this Saturday. They will travel to face the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks (1-2), who also start their conference play this Saturday. The Jaguars have faced a brutal schedule with tough losses to Nebraska, Memphis, and UAB. The Warhawks have also encountered highly difficult non-conferences … Continue reading South Alabama and Lousiana-Monroe look to get their first Sun Belt win of 2019

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Australian native Jack Brooks contributing early as South Alabama’s starting punter

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Some of the most overlooked players on a football team are the punters and kickers. For the South Alabama Jaguars, they have a reliable punter from an abnormal place. Freshman punter Jack Brooks is looking to help the Jaguars win big games this season. He looks to do in his first season away from his home in New South … Continue reading Australian native Jack Brooks contributing early as South Alabama’s starting punter

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South Alabama (1-3) finish out tough non-conference schedule with a 35-3 loss to UAB

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Last Saturday, the South Alabama Jaguars football had one final test before they started Sun Belt Conference play in week five. The Jaguars traveled to face the UAB Blazers who were looking to become more efficient on offense. The Jaguars were looking to finish out their tough non-conference with a win, but lost to the UAB Blazers (3-0) with … Continue reading South Alabama (1-3) finish out tough non-conference schedule with a 35-3 loss to UAB

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