Auburn
Morning News
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Auburn. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Auburn Tigers softball swept five games at the War Eagle Classic this past weekend in Auburn, winning every match by run rule with at least eight-run margins and now prepares for a tough series next weekend at the Mary Nutter Classic in Cathedral City, California. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ Auburn High’s Lady Tigers won the girls’ 7A Area 4 championship with a 62-54 score against Central on Feb. 13 — strong defense and Kayden Carr’s 25 points helped secure the win as they now focus on the state tournament. The Observer
- ➤ Beauregard High's Lady Rams beat Valley High's Lady Hornets 53-46 on Feb. 10 in the 5A Area 7 championship game as junior guard Kayden Dooley scored 13 fourth-quarter points & led a strong defensive effort. The Observer
- ➤ On Feb. 11, Auburn High School's Lady Tigers clinched a playoff spot by defeating Opelika High School 61-29. They will now face the Central-Phenix City Red Devils in the state playoffs (the win also helped avenge two earlier season losses). The Observer
- ➤ On Valentine's Day, the Auburn Tigers lost to No. 21 Arkansas in Fayetteville after coach Steven Pearl benched Keyshawn Hall for discipline — a decision underscoring team standards — with Tahaad Pettiford scoring 29 points. The Tigers will face No. 25 Kentucky on Feb. 21 at Neville Arena. The Auburn Plainsman
- ➤ Today Auburn’s swim and dive team competes at the SEC Swimming and Diving Championships in Knoxville, as they continue their drive for a top finish in the SEC. The team includes standout athletes such as senior Danny Schmitt and freshman Daniel Krichevsky — each carrying the legacy of strong performances. The Auburn Plainsman
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Alabama Crimson Tide at Auburn Tigers Women's Gymnastics
7:45-9:45 p.m. — Neville Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the thrilling showdown as the Alabama Crimson Tide takes on the Auburn Tigers in women's gymnastics.
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Georgia Bulldogs at Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Neville Arena — Ticketed event — Watch the thrilling clash as Auburn takes on Georgia in women's basketball.
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Nebraska Cornhuskers at Auburn Tigers Baseball
5:59-9:59 p.m. — Plainsman Park — Prices vary — Cheer on the Auburn Tigers as they take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers in an exciting collegiate baseball matchup.
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LSU Tigers at Auburn Tigers Basketball
9-11 p.m. — Neville Arena — Check for ticket prices — A thrilling NCAA basketball showdown awaits in Auburn as the Tigers face off on the court.
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Gymnastics Meet: Auburn vs. Michigan State
7-8 p.m. — Neville Arena — Admission details not specified — Witness an exciting gymnastics showdown as Auburn takes on Michigan State.
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