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Published on Apr 20, 2025

South Alabama starting linebacker enters transfer portal

South Alabama linebacker Aakil Washington has entered the NCAA transfer portal, AL.com has confirmed. Washington started 10 games at Wolf (outside) linebacker last season, his first with the Jaguars after transferring in from Liberty. The Atlanta native — …

Source: AL.com - Alabama - Center-left
Published on Apr 19, 2025

No. 8 Florida wins rubbers match against No. 22 Alabama

With the game tied 3-3 in the bottom of the seventh inning, No. 8 Florida needed just one big play to take the game – and the series – over No. 22 Alabama. Senior left fielder Korbe Otis stepped up to the plate with runners on first and second. Facing a …

Source: The Independent Florida Alligator - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Former Alabama Lt. Governor George McMillan dies at 81

Posted: Apr 19, 2025 5:27 PM CDT by WAKA Action 8 News Former Alabama Lt. Gov. George McMillan with Gov. Kay Ivey – Photo from the Office of Governor Kay Ivey Former Alabama Lieutenant Governor George McMillan has died at the age of 81. McMillan was born …

Source: Alabama News Network - Neutral
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Photos: Florida softball cruises past Alabama Friday in run-rule victory

Alan Youngblood Special to the Sun Gator fans celebrate with the team after an NCAA softball game at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Friday, April 18, 2025. Florida won 12-4 in the fifth inning. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville SunAlan …

Source: The Gainesville Sun - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Alabama softball surrenders late lead, Florida walks off to win SEC series

Source: The Gadsden Times - Alabama - Pending
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Ragin' Cajuns complete first Sun Belt sweep of season to extend streak over South Alabama

With the unexpected finger injury to UL shortstop Cecilia Vasquez two days ago, one of the Cajuns’ best bats off the bench is now starting second baseman in Gabbie Stutes. The former St. Thomas More slugger’s confidence in her new spot soared when UL …

Source: The Advocate - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Alabama softball surrenders late lead, Florida walks off to win SEC series

Florida defeated Alabama 4-3 in the final game of their softball series, winning 2-1. Alabama won the first game 7-4, while Florida took the second 12-4. The Crimson Tide are now 31-18 overall and 8-10 in SEC play. Alabama tied its school record for double …

Source: The Tuscaloosa News - Alabama - Pending
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Ex-South Alabama cornerback headed to SEC school via transfer portal

Former South Alabama cornerback Ricky Fletcher will transfer to Ole Miss, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-3, 197-pound Fletcher missed the entire 2024 season with a back injury, but participated in spring practice before entering the transfer …

Source: AL.com - Alabama - Center-left
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Alabama House approves bill requiring Ten Commandment displays in public schools

The Alabama House of Representatives approved a bill on Thursday requiring K-12 public schools to display the Ten Commandments in common school areas and classrooms routinely used to teach US history. The bill states that displaying the Ten Commandments “ …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Apr 19, 2025

Alabama Juneteenth Bill carried by Rep. Rehm passes House

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The bill to make Juneteenth a state holiday in Alabama is one step closer to passing as it has successfully advanced through the House. District 85 Representative Rick Rehm (R-Dothan) led the charge for House Bill 165. The bill aims …

Source: WTVY - Alabama - Pending