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Going Hunting: Let’s fill A.J. McCarron’s inbox with Tiger pride

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
November 2, 2011

LSU students, take out your phones. Text your friends. Text your neighbors. Text your dog. Somebody has Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron's phone number, and they need to give it up. LSU once had a strong...

Alabama coach Nick Saban and LSU coach Les Miles shake hands following Alabama’s 27-21 overtime win Nov. 8, 2008 in Baton Rouge.

Coaches’ contrasting personalities add thrill to Saturday’s showdown

By Mark Clements
Sports Writer
November 2, 2011

As similar as No. 1 LSU and No. 2 Alabama look on the field, the head coaches on either sideline couldn't be more different. On one side is LSU coach Les Miles – a witty, strange-talking, grass-eating...

Middle blocker Michele Williams (23) approaches to spike the ball in a game Oct. 1 against Tennessee in the PMAC.

Michele Williams reaches 1,000 career kills

By Albert Burford
Sports Contributor
November 2, 2011

Sunday was a memorable day for the LSU volleyball team. Not only did the Tigers' comeback win against Mississippi State break a two-match losing streak and help solve what LSU coach Fran Flory called a...

Football: SEC coaches paying attention to LSU, Alabama matchup

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
November 2, 2011

No. 1 LSU's matchup with No. 2 Alabama has undoubtedly captured the attention of fans and analysts from every corner of the country. When the Southeastern Conference coaches convened Wednesday for their...

Alabama coach Nick Saban barks orders during a game. Saban is known for his unpredictable temperament on the field.

Body Shots: ‘Napoleonic complex’ brings big problems for Little Nick

By Rob Landry
Sports Columnist
November 2, 2011

The breakdowns of LSU football coach Les Miles' mental psyche have been in full force ever since he bent down to gnaw on a blade of grass during last season's game against Alabama. But there is little,...

Alabama wide receiver Marquis Maze (4) hauls in a pass as Tennessee defensive back Marsalis Teague (10) watches during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Without Jones, Alabama leans on receiver Maze

By Scott Branson
Sports Contributor
November 1, 2011

The Crimson Tide's downfield threat has a different look this season after losing its most dangerous wide receiver to the NFL. Julio Jones, current Atlanta Falcon and No. 6 overall pick in the 2011 NFL...

Reed, Davey’s record days spurred LSU in instrumental 2001 Alabama game

By Chris Abshire
Sports Writer
November 1, 2011

LSU's 2001 Southeastern Conference championship team hardly looked like a title contender when the Tigers traveled to Tuscaloosa, Ala. 10 years ago today. An unranked 4-3 LSU entered Bryant-Denny Stadium...

Miles eager for ‘Bama showdown

By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
November 1, 2011

With the countdown to kickoff between No. 1 LSU and No. 2 Alabama drawing nearer, LSU coach Les Miles said Wednesday his team is eager to take the field. With no suspensions and no injuries — except...

Ticket prices rise for Saturday’s showdown

By Mark Clements
Sports Writer
November 1, 2011

Gas from Baton Rouge to Tuscaloosa: $60. Hotel in Tuscaloosa, Ala., for two nights: $250. Lower level ticket to the game: $1,000. Watching No. 1 LSU battle No. 2 Alabama: Priceless? With one of the most...

Lady Tigers score triple digits in 40-point rout of Xavier

By Mark Clements
Sports Writer
November 1, 2011

The Nikki Caldwell era has begun, and in rather impressive fashion. In the first test of the season, No. 21 LSU topped Xavier University of Louisiana, 102-42, in the Lady Tigers' opening exhibition game,...

Prolong the idea of sustainability

By Technician Staff Editorial
October 31, 2011

  The facts: The WESA works to educate and spread awareness of sustainability on campus to encourage it in the real world.   Our opinion: Our students promote sustainability and the University...

Basketball: Depth highlights versatile roster

By Chris Abshire
Sports Writer
October 31, 2011

As November arrives, so too will the LSU men's basketball season as the Tigers prepare to open Nov. 12 against Nicholls State. Coach Trent Johnson said there hasn't been a standout player or unit through...