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Feb 28, 2025; Birmingham, AL, USA; The University of Alabama celebrated the retirement of Dr. Ginger Gilmore from the athletic training staff Friday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Athletics director Greg Byrne speaks during the reception.

The Alabama athletic director's new deal runs through the 2032-33 season, while softball's Patrick Murphy and gymnastics' Ashley Johnston also got extended.

Feb 28, 2025; Birmingham, AL, USA; The University of Alabama celebrated the retirement of Dr. Ginger Gilmore from the athletic training staff Friday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Athletics director Greg Byrne speaks during the reception.

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The Alabama athletic director's new deal runs through the 2032-33 season, while softball's Patrick Murphy and gymnastics' Ashley Johnston also got extended.

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Alabama outfielder Audrey Vandagriff celebrates a base hit in the third game of the series against Texas on Apr. 4, 2026.

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Initial thoughts regarding the Crimson Tide's tough conference slate in 2027.

Alabama pitcher Jocelyn Briski prepares to pitch in the first game of the series against Kentucky on Apr. 17, 2026.

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For the third straight year since the conference expanded, the Crimson Tide will face the defending national champion in the regular season.

Alabama Head Coach Patrick Murphy in action against Georgia Tech during the Buzz Classic at Shirley Clements Mewborn Field in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, Feb 7, 2026.

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Patrick Murphy picked up three players from the transfer portal this offseason to fulfill some of the needs on the roster.

Alabama Softball Player Audrey Vandagriff (12) in action against Arkansas at Rhoads Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Sunday, Mar 15, 2026.

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A way-too-early look at what Patrick Murphy's squad could look like next season after retaining all the eligible returners and bringing in three players from the portal.

New Alabama softball commit Karlee Ford

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Iowa State transfer and former member of the All-Big 12 Freshman Team announced her commitment to the Crimson Tide on Friday.

Details photo before Alabama faced LSU during the NCAA Super Regionals at Rhoads Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Friday, May 22, 2026.

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Outfielder Noelani Livingstone hit .526 with 57 RBIs and 32 stolen bases last season.

Alabama softball head coach Patrick Murphy, transfer commit Kailey Plumlee and pitching coach Lance McMahon

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Former Tennessee pitcher Kailey Plumlee announced her commitment to the Crimson Tide on Wednesday.

Alabama Baseball Wins Tuscaloosa Super Regional

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The Crimson Tide's baseball program's trip to the College World Series gave Alabama the final Infinity Stone needed to achieve a historic mark.

The 2026 Alabama softball team huddle at the Women's College World Series

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Keeping up with the comings and going of the Crimson Tide roster and the transfer portal action following the 2026 season.

Alabama softball team celebrates win at the 2026 Women's College World Series

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The Crimson Tide earned the top seed and reached the semifinals this season without a lot of postseason experience in the starting lineup.

Alabama infielder Brooke Wells (15) is hit by a pitch in the sixth inning of the second softball game between Texas Tech and Alabama at the Women’s College World Series at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, on Monday, June 1, 2026.

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Less than an hour after facing the Texas Tech ace in the first semifinal, Canady completely shut down the Crimson Tide to eliminate Alabama at the WCWS.

Jun 1, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Patrick Murphy talks with pitcher Jocelyn Briski (23) during a timeout in the third inning against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the NCAA Women’s College World Series at Devon Park.

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Full transcript from the Crimson Tide head coach, plus infielder Jena Young and catcher Marlie Giles after Texas Tech eliminated top-seeded Alabama.

Texas Tech pitcher Nijaree Canady (24) and Texas Tech players celebrate beating Alabama at the Women’s College World Series at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, on Monday, June 1, 2026.

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Full transcript from Red Raiders head coach Gerry Glasco, plus student athletes NiJaree Canady, Kaitlyn Terry and Mia Williams.

Alabama outfielder Ana Roman (21) celebrates getting on second base in the second inning during a softball game at the Women’s College World Series between Texas Tech and Alabama at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, on Monday, June 1, 2026.

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After the Crimson Tide lost a closely contested game in the first semifinal, NiJaree Canady shut down Alabama in the rematch to end the Tide's season.

Marlie Giles celebrates a home run against Texas Tech- June 1, 2026

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Score updates and analysis from Devon Park in Oklahoma City as the Crimson Tide takes on the Red Raiders with a spot in the national championship series on the line.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide catcher Marlie Giles (34) stomps on home plate and surrounded by teammates after a three run home run in the first inning against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the NCAA Women’s College World Series at Devon Park.

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The Crimson Tide needs one win against No. 11 Texas Tech on Monday night to advance to its first WCWS Championship Series since 2014.

Alabama fan George Harris shags balls in the outfield at a practice at Rhoads Stadium

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From the first practice in the fall to the last out of super regionals, George Harris spends most of the year at Rhoads Stadium. Now, he's in Oklahoma City cheering on the Tide as it tries to win its first national title since 2012.

Alabama Crimson TIde on SI softball writer Katie Windham after Alabama's win over Nebraska at the Women's College World Series

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Thoughts and takeaways from inside Devon Park in Oklahoma City after the Crimson Tide earned its spot in the Women's College World Series semifinals.

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Rhonda Revelle points towards second base as she discusses a call with an umpire in the second inning against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the NCAA Women’s College World Series at Devon Park.

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Full transcript and press conference video from Huskers head coach Rhonda Revelle, plus student athletes Alexis Jensen and Hannah Camenzind after the Crimson Tide snapped their 27-game win streak.

Coach Patrick Murphy Alabama interviews during the Women’s College World Series (WCWS) media day at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

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Full transcript and press conference video from the Crimson Tide head coach, catcher Marlie Giles and pitcher Jocelyn Briski.

Marie Giles celebrates home run against Nebraska in WCWS

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Jocelyn Briski pitched another complete game as senior captain Marlie Giles drove in four runs.

Devon Park in Oklahoma City during the 2026 Women's College World Series

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Score updates and analysis from Devon Park in Oklahoma City as the Crimson Tide takes on the Cornhuskers at the Women's College World Series with a spot in the semifinals on the line.

May 28, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide infielder Jena Young (4) hits a single in the third inning against the UCLA Bruins during the NCAA Women’s College World Series at Devon Park. Alabama won 6-3.

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Since moving to the leadoff spot in the lineup in the SEC tournament, Jena Young is batting over .400, including three hits in the Crimson Tide's win over UCLA on Thursday night.

Alabama's Jocelyn Briski (23) celebrates with Marlie Giles (34) following the Women's College World Series softball game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the UCLA Bruins at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, May 28, 2026.

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After a three-run third inning, Briski shut out the Bruins over the final four frames in the WCWS opener.