Good morning, Auburn.

Auburn University's SGA hosted its 79th Hey Day on Oct.

14 with tents along Campus Green, Edge, Mell, and Cater, where volunteers handed out free T-shirts, pins, and snacks while a pep rally and live music helped students connect.

Students from 4-H and FFA competed in a dairy cattle judging and quiz bowl contest at Teague Arena during the Alabama National Fair, showing their agricultural skills and commitment to the farm industry's future.

The fair continues through Sunday, Oct. 18.

Auburn football coach Alex Golesh said he remains confident in starting center Cole Best despite his poor performance against Tennessee, calling it his worst game this season.

He stressed the need to fix issues as the offense faces tougher tests in upcoming road games.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said that if Congress fails to pass national sports standards, the conference will consider setting its own rules to address issues including playoff expansion and athlete eligibility.

He made the remarks during SEC media days in Birmingham yesterday.

High school volleyball area tournaments continue with matches held Thursday and Friday and a Class 3A tournament scheduled for Saturday in Brewton (after Hurricane Isais caused damage).

Winners and runners-up in Class 5A-1A will advance to subregional play on Oct. 19.

Auburn lost its preseason exhibition 82-71 to Florida State on Wednesday night as senior point guard George Kimble III led with six assists & rebounds while newcomers showed promise; the Tigers will face rival Alabama next Thursday in Birmingham.

With starting linebacker Xavier Atkins suspended, coach Alex Golesh is turning to Bryce Deas and De’Marcus Riddick—both earning increased playing time—to face Georgia tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. CT in Athens.

Auburn soccer ended its winning streak with a 1-1 draw against Kentucky Thursday night at Auburn Soccer Complex.

The Tigers tied late on a corner kick and will host No. 23 Mississippi State on Sunday at 5 p.m. CDT.

Banana Ball will kick off its 2027 season with three nights of games at Plainsman Park and Jordan-Hare Stadium from Feb.

25-27. The matchups will include the Tailgaters versus the Clowns and the Firefighters against the Savannah Bananas.

A report says the College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams for the 2027-28 season.

CFP and TV network officials are in talks & SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said his league is now open to change as final format details remain pending.

Auburn women’s basketball defeated UCF 65-59 at Boutwell Auditorium on Wednesday.

The Tigers now prepare to face Columbus State at Neville Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 28 & they overcame a late comeback thanks to key plays by Ja’Mia Harris and Kaitlyn Duhon.