Kennington Smith Iii, Author at The Rapid City Post

Texas guard Rori Harmon (3) works inside past Alabama guards Jessica Timmons (23) and Ta'Mia Scott (15) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Madison Booker scores 21 to lead No. 4 Texas women over No. 24 Alabama 72-65

March 1, 2026

Madison Booker had 21 points and nine rebounds, Jordan Lee and Kyla Oldacre each scored 11 and the No. 4 Texas women beat No. 24 Alabama 72-65. Booker surpassed 1,800 career points on Sunday, becoming the seventh player in program history to pass that mark. Lee started the game with a fast break layup to put Texas ahead and the Longhorns never trailed. The Longhorns forced 19 Crimson Tide turnovers, blocked five shots and recorded seven steals. Jessica Timmons had 24 points in the final home game of her Alabama career.

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) shoots during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Alabama Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Darius Acuff Jr. scores 49 points against Alabama and nearly delivers in OT for Arkansas

February 18, 2026

Darius Acuff Jr. nearly delivered No. 20 Arkansas a stunning victory in double overtime on a night when the Razorbacks were down to a seven-man rotation against 25th-ranked Alabama. Acuff scored 49 points — the second most in college basketball this season — and carried Arkansas much of the night in 117-115 loss at Alabama. He made 16 of 27 shots, including 6 of 1o from 3-point range, and added five rebounds and five assists. He played all 50 minutes for coach John Calipari’s injury-depleted squad and had two decent looks at game-winners. He missed jump shots at the end of each overtime period.

FILE - Alabama center Charles Bediako (14) pulls down a rebound while guarded by Maryland guard Ian Martinez, left, during the second half of a second-round college basketball game in the men's NCAA Tournament in Birmingham, Ala., March 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)

Judge rules 7-foot center Charles Bediako is no longer eligible to play for Alabama

February 9, 2026

An Alabama circuit judge has denied Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako’s motion for a preliminary injunction, ending the 7-foot center’s collegiate eligibility and his season with the Crimson Tide. County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Pruet cited that Bediako “failed to demonstrate that he is entitled to the injunctive relief that he seeks,” according to court documents. Bediako was playing under a temporary restraining order that allowed the former NBA G League player to join Alabama in the middle of the season despite questions regarding his collegiate eligibility. NCAA President Charlie Baker said in a statement that he was glad the court “upheld the rules of our members.”

Alabama’s Charles Bediako preparing to play again while judge mulls decision in eligibility case

February 6, 2026

An Alabama circuit judge didn’t rule immediately following Charles Bediako’s lawsuit hearing against the NCAA, clearing a path for the 7-footer to continue to play. The Crimson Tide play at rival Auburn on Saturday. County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Pruet said he would have a ruling “soon” but did not provide one by the end of the business day. Bediako is expected to continue to play under a temporary restraining order that allowed him to join Alabama in the middle of the season despite questions regarding his collegiate eligibility. The 23-year-old Bediako is averaging 9.5 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in four outings. Alabama is 2-2 in those contests.

No. 17 Alabama plans to play 7-footer Charles Bediako, who turned pro in 2023, against Tennessee

January 23, 2026

Alabama coach Nate Oats says 7-foot center Charles Bediako, who gave up his college eligibility in 2023 to enter the NBA draft, will play against Tennessee on Saturday. Although Oats called the NCAA system that is allowing professional players to return to college “broken,” he is taking advantage of the loophole. The 23-year-old Bediako practiced with the 17th-ranked Crimson Tide a day after a judge in Tuscaloosa temporarily reinstated the player’s college eligibility and blocked the NCAA from retaliating for his return. Bediako has signed several NBA developmental contracts since 2023, including playing for the Motor City Cruise in the NBA’s G League as recently as last week. He spent two seasons at Alabama before turning pro.

Alabama guard Aden Holloway (2) tracks a long three-point shot with Kentucky guard Otega Oweh (00) defending during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Aden Holloway scores 26 to lead No. 14 Alabama over Kentucky 89-74

January 3, 2026

Aden Holloway tied a career-high with 26 points, Labaron Philon Jr. added 17 points and No. 14 Alabama beat Kentucky 89-74. Kentucky fought back from a 21-point deficit, cutting the lead to single digits, 77-68, with 5:38 to play. But the Wildcats were outscored 12-6 down the stretch, with all but two of the Crimson Tide’s points being scored by Holloway and Philon. Otega Oweh had 22 points and Jaland Lowe scored 21 for the Wildcats. The Crimson Tide won its fourth straight game over the Wildcats.

FILE - Alabama linebacker Deontae Lawson celebrates after recovering a fumble against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Alabama defenders Hubbard, Lawson and Jefferson are traveling redemption road to the Rose Bowl

December 30, 2025

Alabama’s defense is filled with comeback and redemption stories. There’s safety Bray Hubbard. There’s linebacker Deontae Lawson. There’s fellow linebacker Justin Jefferson. The trio leads the way for a unit that seems determined to make amends for a disappointing season last year. They’ll no doubt be ones to watch when the 13th-ranked Crimson Tide (10-3) take on No. 1 Indiana (13-0) and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup at the Rose Bowl on Thursday.

Alabama defensive back Zabien Brown (2) celebrates his touchdown against Oklahoma during the first half in the first round of an NCAA College Football Playoff, Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)

Zabien Brown has a ‘clutch gene’ that has become part of Alabama’s DNA heading into the Rose Bowl

December 29, 2025

Alabama cornerback Zabien Brown has a knack for making big plays. He’s delivered so many during two seasons with the Crimson Tide that there’s only one explanation: it’s part of his DNA. He says he has “that clutch gene.” He’s on the verge of becoming legendary and could get there when Alabama (10-3) plays No. 1 Indiana (13-0) and Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza in the Rose Bowl in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff on Thursday. Brown, a sophomore from California, returned two interceptions for touchdowns this season, including a 50-yarder against Oklahoma in the opening round of the CFP.

Oklahoma wide receiver Jer'Michael Carter (84) celebrates a 23-21 win over Alabama after an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

No. 11 Oklahoma travels with its defense again and upsets No. 4 Alabama 23-21

November 15, 2025

Oklahoma’s playmaking defense traveled great again, this time coming up with 17 points off three turnovers for a 23-21 upset of Alabama. The Sooners’ win on Saturday throws more chaos into the Southeastern Conference and College Football Playoff pictures. The 11th-ranked Sooners backed up their win two weeks ago at Tennessee with an even bigger shocker — this time taking down the fourth-ranked Crimson Tide. Eli Bowen returned an interception 87 yards for a touchdown, Kip Lewis had two sacks and OU snapped Alabama’s 17-game home winning streak while handing its second-year coach, Kalen DeBoer, his first loss at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Alabama guard Aden Holloway, left, shoots and hits a 3-point basket over Purdue guard C.J. Cox (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

Braden Smith scores 29 and No. 2 Purdue tops No. 8 Alabama in season’s first top-10 matchup

November 13, 2025

Braden Smith scored 29 points, including 21 in the second half, and No. 2 Purdue beat eighth-ranked Alabama 87-80 on Thursday night in the first matchup of top-10 teams this season. Trey Kaufman-Renn added 19 points and 15 rebounds for the Boilermakers (3-0), who notched the program’s first road win against a top-10, non-conference opponent since winning at Louisville in 1982. Purdue dominated on the glass, outrebounding the Crimson Tide 52-28. Alabama (2-1) kept it close by hitting 16 of 44 from 3-point range. Aden Holloway led the Tide with 21 points. Taylor Bol Bowen added 13.

Alabama defensive back Zabien Brown (2) grabs an interception meant for Tennessee tight end Miles Kitselman (87) and returns it 99 yards for a pick-six touchdown on the final play of the first half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

No. 6 Alabama stifles No. 11 Tennessee 37-20 for its 4th straight win over a ranked team

October 18, 2025

Zabien Brown returned an interception 99 yards for a touchdown as time expired in the first half and No. 6 Alabama rolled to a 37-20 victory over No. 11 Tennessee in the rivalry known as the “Third Saturday in October.” Brown’s pick gave the Tide a 23-7 lead and was all Alabama’s defense needed while turning in its best performance of the season. The Tide held the nation’s highest-scoring offense to just 410 yards. Joey Aguilar completed 26 of 41 passes for 225 yards and a touchdown for the Vols. DeSean Bishop ran for 123 yards and two touchdowns.

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