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    Christopher Walsh

    Christopher Walsh is the founder and publisher of BamaCentral, which first published in 2018. He's covered the Crimson Tide since 2004, and is the author of 26 books including Decade of Dominance, 100 Things Crimson Tide Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die, Nick Saban vs. College Football, and Bama Dynasty: The Crimson Tide's Road to College Football Immortality.

    He's an eight-time honoree of Football Writers Association of America awards and three-time winner of the Herby Kirby Memorial Award, the Alabama Sports Writers Association’s highest writing honor for story of the year. In 2022, he was named one of the 50 Legends of the ASWA. 

    Previous beats include the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, along with Major League Baseball’s Arizona Diamondbacks. Originally from Minnesota and a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, he currently resides in Tuscaloosa.

    Articles From This Author

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    Everything Alabama Tackle J.C. Latham Said After Being No. 7 Pick in NFL Draft

    Christopher Walsh
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    Alabama Cornerback Terrion Arnold Selected by Detroit Lions in 2024 NFL Draft

    Christopher Walsh
    Crimson Tikes: Technical Foul
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tikes: Technical Foul

    By Christopher Walsh
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    ASWA

    ASWA Announces High School Basketball Players of the Year Finalists

    By Christopher Walsh
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    ASWA

    2024 Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State High School Basketball Teams

    By Christopher Walsh
    Crimson Tikes: Deboer Does Abide
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tikes: DeBoer Does Abide

    By Christopher Walsh
    Tennessee guard Jasmine Powell (15) reaches in for a ball held by Alabama guard Loyal McQueen (0) during the second quarter of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament game at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. Friday, March 8, 2024.
    Basketball

    Alabama Women's Basketball Quickly Eliminated from SEC Tournament

    By Christopher Walsh
    Del'Janae "Burger" Williams as Alabama defeated Tennessee at Coleman Colisuem
    Basketball

    Alabama Tops Tennessee in Women's Basketball, 72-56

    By Christopher Walsh
    Green SEC logo for St. Patrick's Day
    All Things Bama

    SEC Announces Revenue Distribution of $741.0 million for 2022-23

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama basketball women's head coach Kristi Curry
    Basketball

    Crimson Tide Coach Kristy Curry Collects Career Win No. 500

    By Christopher Walsh
    A high school basketball court
    ASWA

    Final 2023-24 ASWA High School Basketball Rankings

    By Christopher Walsh
    Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) runs for a touchdown against Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr. (31) during the second half of the NFC divisional round at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024.
    Bama/NFL

    Bama in the NFL: How to Watch Crimson Tide Players on Championship Weekend

    By Christopher Walsh and Kristi F. Patrick
    A high school basketball court
    ASWA

    2023-24 ASWA High School Basketball Late January Rankings

    By Christopher Walsh
    Nick Saban statue
    Football

    Let the Debate on How to Honor Nick Saban Begin: 5 Suggestions

    By Christopher Walsh
    Nov 4, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) celebrates his touchdown against the LSU Tigers with offensive lineman Tyler Booker (52) during the second half at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
    Football

    Eligibility Tracker: Who's on the 2024 Alabama Crimson Tide Football Roster?

    By Christopher Walsh
    The statue of University of Alabama football head coach Nick Saban on the Walk of Champions outside Bryant-Denny Stadium after the team introduced their new head football coach Kalen DeBoer at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
    Football

    How Many Coaches Did Rest of SEC Have During the Nick Saban Era? All Things CW

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama vs. LSU Sports Illustrated cover, Jan. 16, 2012, Too Much Bama
    All Things Bama

    The University is Closed, But Alabama Basketball Game On, Roll Call: Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024

    By Christopher Walsh
    Sports Illustrated cover Eddie Lacy, January 14, 2013
    All Things Bama

    Christian Harris has Playoff Pick-6; Crimson Tide Roll Call: Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024

    By Christopher Walsh
    Ryan Grubb
    Football

    Offensive Coordinator Ryan Grubb Says Goodbye to Washington Huskies

    By Christopher Walsh
    A high school basketball court
    ASWA

    2023-24 ASWA High School Basketball Mid-January Rankings

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban at the Rose Bowl coaches press conference at the Sheraton Grand.
    Football

    The Nick Saban Legacy, Greatest of All-Time, Final Numbers at Alabama

    By Christopher Walsh
    Nick Saban
    Football

    Column: Nick Saban's Legacy is Simple, Greatest College Football Coach Ever

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) leaves the field after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
    Football

    Should Alabama be Considered the Football Team to Beat in 2024?

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide running back Roydell Williams (5) reacts against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half in the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
    Football

    Final AP Top 25 Poll Stunningly Drops Alabama to No. 5

    By Christopher Walsh
    Antonio Langham
    Football

    Cornerback Antonio Langham Selected for College Football Hall of Fame

    By Christopher Walsh
    Terrion Arnold (3)
    Football

    Alabama Cornerback Terrion Arnold Announces NFL Draft Decision

    By Christopher Walsh
    Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) dunks the basketball against the Miami Heat during the second quarter at Kaseya Center on Dec 13, 2023.
    Basketball

    Former Alabama Crimson Tide Players in the NBA, MLB

    By Christopher Walsh
    Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) puts his helmet on before heading out to warm-up before the NFL game against the Dallas Cowboys at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Dec. 24, 2023.
    Bama/NFL

    Bama in the NFL, Week 18: A Lot on the Line as Regular Season Closes

    By Christopher Walsh and Kristi F. Patrick
    Hall of Fame Bowl cover, Alabama vs. Michigan, Jan. 2, 1988
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tide Roll Call: Tuesday, January 2, 2024

    By Christopher Walsh
    Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh shakes hands with Alabama coach Nick Saban after U-M's 27-20 overtime win over Alabama at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
    Football

    Everything Michigan, Jim Harbaugh Said After Overtime Rose Bowl Win

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban talks to the media before the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game against the Michigan Wolverines at Rose Bowl.
    Football

    What Nick Saban Said After Alabama's Season Ended at the Rose Bowl

    By Christopher Walsh
    Michigan Wolverines defensive back Mike Sainristil (0) tackles Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jase McClellan (2) in the second quarter in the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Rose Bowl.
    Football

    Despite Outcome Alabama's Roller-Coaster Rose Bowl One for the Ages

    By Christopher Walsh
    2021 Rose Bowl at Arlington, Texas, game program: Alabama vs. Notre Dame
    Football

    The Alabama Rose Bowl Win That Wasn't in the Rose Bowl

    By Christopher Walsh
    2010 BCS Championship Game game program cover: Alabama vs. Texas at the Rose Bowl
    Football

    The Alabama National Title That Wasn't Technically A Rose Bowl Win

    By Christopher Walsh
    Crimson Tikes: Rose Bowl 2024
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tikes: 2024 Rose Bowl

    By Christopher Walsh
    1946 Rose Bowl program cover: Alabama vs. USC
    Football

    End of an Era? Yes, Alabama's Played in One of Those Rose Bowls as Well

    By Christopher Walsh
    2024 Rose Bowl and CFP Playoff logo
    Football

    How to Watch the Rose Bowl: Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Michigan Wolverines

    By Christopher Walsh
    1938 Rose Bowl cover: Alabama vs. Cal
    Football

    What Does it Take to Beat Alabama in the Rose Bowl? A Perfect Thunderstorm

    By Christopher Walsh
    Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) is turned upside down as his is tackled by Houston Texans cornerback Steven Nelson (21) in the second half at NRG Stadium.
    Bama/NFL

    Bama in the NFL: Seven Things to Watch For During Week 17

    By Christopher Walsh and Kristi F. Patrick
    1935 Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Stanford
    Football

    “Stanford Made a Mistake in Scoring First; It Just Made Those Alabama Boys Mad”

    By Christopher Walsh
    1931 Rose Bowl game program cover
    Football

    Alabama had 'Greatest Swan Song' by a coach in Rose Bowl History

    By Christopher Walsh
    Retro ASWA logo
    ASWA

    Finalists for Major ASWA High School Football Awards Announced

    By Christopher Walsh
    Running back Roydell Williams holds a rose in his mouth as the Crimson Tide checks in at the Rose Bowl
    Football

    Alabama Crimson Tide Arrives at Rose Bowl

    By Christopher Walsh
    Rose Bowl gave cover, Alabama vs. Stanford, Jan. 1, 1927
    Football

    Alabama's Only Rose Bowl Tie Also Meant a Share of the National Title

    By Christopher Walsh
    Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs with the ball after a catch against the New York Giants during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.
    All Things Bama

    Hurts, Smith Help Eagles Get Key Win; Crimson Tide Roll Call: Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023

    By Christopher Walsh
    1926 Rose Bowl game cover: Alabama vs. Washington
    Football

    Rose Bowl Has Been Alabama's West Coast Home for Nearly 100 Years

    By Christopher Walsh
    Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) runs the ball along the sideline for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the fourth quarter at Cleveland Browns Stadium.
    Bama/NFL

    Bama in the NFL, Week 16: Crimson Tide Players in Middle of Playoff Push

    By Christopher Walsh and Kristi F. Patrick
    The north end zone stands reflect in the face shield of Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) as he warmed up before the start of a game agains the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 19, 2023.
    Bama/NFL

    Bama in the NFL, Week 15: Derrick Henry's Milestones Now of the Career Variety

    By Christopher Walsh and Kristi F. Patrick
    Crimson Tikes: SEC Schedule Reaction
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tikes: Schedule Reaction

    By Christopher Walsh
    A high school basketball court
    ASWA

    First 2023-24 ASWA High School Basketball Rankings

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide running back Mark Ingram (right) poses with his coach Nick Saban after being awarded the 2009 Heisman Trophy at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
    All Things Bama

    Crimson Tide Roll Call: Tuesday, November 12, 2023

    By Christopher Walsh
    Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dallas Turner (15) and defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) celebrate after a stop on third down to force a Georgia Bulldogs field goal attempt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
    Football

    Alabama Leads All Teams With 3 First-Team All-Americans by AP

    By Christopher Walsh
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