Friday, November 06, 2009
Thursday, November 05, 2009
- Lindsay excited about making official visit
- Montevallo post-game quotes
- Alabama beats Montevallo in Coach Grant's debut
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
- Wednesday practice report
- Nick Saban previews LSU in SEC teleconference
- Tampa junior attracting major interest
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Monday, November 02, 2009
- Georgia standout talks about Tide offer
- Nick Saban's press conference report
- Will Bama start to jell against LSU?
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
- Fast-rising DE catches Tide's attention
- Hightower discusses injury
- Saban previews bye week in SEC Teleconference
- Tide looking at junior QB
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
- Tuesday comments from Nick Saban
- JUCO receiver discusses UA trip
- Hill has exciting time in Tuscaloosa
Monday, October 26, 2009
- Olive Branch OL talks about Alabama visit
- Sims anxious after Bama visit
- Tide interested in junior DB
- Nashville lineman visits UA
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
- JUCO corner has arrived for official visit
- Memphis standout set to visit UA on Saturday
- Inside the 5: Alabama vs. Tennessee
Thursday, October 22, 2009
- SEC Basketball Media Days
- Tide OL target plans to visit on Saturday
- SEC schools interested in Alabama junior
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
- Standout OL plans to visit UA this Saturday
- Wedesday practice report
- Saban previews Tennessee in weekly SEC Teleconference
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
- Tuesday player comments
- Recruiters eyeing John Carroll star for 2011
- Top junior OL plans to visit UA on Saturday
Monday, October 19, 2009
- Nick Saban's press conference report
- Bama puts on a convincing visit for the Fultons
- Arenas trying to manage the pain
Sunday, October 18, 2009
- Shepherd has "awesome" visit
- Bama visit tops off big weekend for Foster
- Prospects watch Tide handle Gamecocks
- South Carolina photos
- Johnson was ready for Spurrier's challenge
- South Carolina post-game notes
- Ingram, defense power Tide past Gamecocks
Friday, October 16, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
- Wednesday's practice report
- Nick Saban previews South Carolina in SEC teleconference
- Big RB interested in Tide
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
- Tuesday player comments
- Anthony Grant press conference transcript
- 2011 safety is one of Florida's best
- Texas safety keeping options open
- Top corner set to visit UA; decision coming soon
- Bama set to finish with another flurry
Monday, October 12, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Friday, October 09, 2009
Thursday, October 08, 2009
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Monday, October 05, 2009
- Saban's press conference
- McClain steps up; staff to prepare young players this week
- Talks between Bama, top OL heat up
Saturday, October 03, 2009
Friday, October 02, 2009
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
- Arkansas photos
- Anders effective, no matter where he lines up
- Tide uses big plays, defensive pressure to beat Arkansas
Friday, September 25, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
- Tuesday post-practice player comments
- Bama on the radar of 2011 LB
- Top junior defensive lineman still favors Tide
Monday, September 21, 2009
- McElroy spreading the ball around
- Tide off to 3-0 start; now it's SEC time
- Saban's press conference report
- Standout LB carefully weighing options
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
- Visit to Alabama changed everything for Alfy Hill
- Wednesday practice report
- Bama lands a big one; Hill picks Tide
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Monday, September 07, 2009
Sunday, September 06, 2009
Saturday, September 05, 2009
Friday, September 04, 2009
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
- Deaderick watches practice; Tide readying for VaTech
- Wells retires; Gaspard takes over
- Alfy Hill ready to announce
Monday, August 31, 2009
- Football notes: Barron coming of age
- Game week: Saban discusses opener
- Ohio linebacker talks Tide
- Five out-of-state stars who could put UA on top
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Friday, August 28, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
- Day 17: Tide returns to practice
- Bama in the running for big OT
- UA in good shape for junior LB
- Jones picks Bama
Monday, August 24, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
- Day 12: Not a good Tuesday
- Day 12 photos
- 2011 corner talks Tide, Tigers
- Hill down to two; decision next week
Monday, August 17, 2009
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
- Day 9 photos
- In-state junior likes the Tide
- Bama passes the eye test; players are bigger and stronger
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
- Day 7: Young players trying to make a mark
- Wednesday photos
- Florida WR to narrow list soon
- Tide among favorites for 2011 DE
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
Sunday, August 09, 2009
- Day 4 practice obs
- Fan Day shots
- More Fan Day scenes
- Fan Day photos
- McElwain, Smart meet the media
- Saban likes leadership by example
Saturday, August 08, 2009
Friday, August 07, 2009
- Day 2 for Tide
- Friday practice photos
- Junior QB is one to watch
- Impressive freshman class gets cranked up
Thursday, August 06, 2009
- Evening practice photos
- Replacing a record-setter nothing new for McElroy
- Morning practice photos
- Bama opens camp; DL looks impressive
- 2011 corner has speed to burn
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Monday, August 03, 2009
Friday, July 31, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
Friday, July 24, 2009
- Would Sims switch to Tennessee? Not a chance
- Sentimore close to gaining eligibility
- Junior OL set to emerge
Thursday, July 23, 2009
- Rolando McClain: Trying to become a leader
- Mike Johnson hoping to end a stellar career
- Nick Saban: Addressing the 2009 season
- Bama felt like home to Grant
- Opelika speedster picks Tide
- Tide still recruiting Texas DB
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
- Tide surges ahead for elite 2011 prospect
- Saban moves in on top junior DB
- C.J. Mosley back from UA camp
- Vogler felt at ease picking Bama over OU
- Top TE picks Tide over Sooners
- Recruiting notes
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
- Gray back from Tide camp
- Elite RB is narrowing his list
- Theodore stars taking part in Bama camp
- UA makes good impression on Mississippi DLs
- Georgia junior talks early offers
Monday, July 20, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
- Grant plans to announce this week
- Big-time linebacker slips into Tuscaloosa
- Blue-chip TE wraps up UA visit
- Final camp gets underway today
Friday, July 17, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
- Sensational receiver set to visit UA on Sunday
- Chris Jackson to talk to other schools
- Florida ATH talks favorites
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
Friday, July 10, 2009
Thursday, July 09, 2009
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Monday, July 06, 2009
Friday, July 03, 2009
Thursday, July 02, 2009
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
- Commitment to UA a dream come true for Thomasville punter
- Mississippi star shows something at UA camp
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
- SC duo has great experience at Bama's camp
- Moore, Witt at odds with NCAA ruling
- NCAA: Tide must vacate wins in textbook case, but will not lose scholarships
- UA camp impresses in-state RB
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
- Florida speedster excelled at camp
- Bama camp met expectations of Florida star
- 2011 receiver discusses UA camp
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
- 2011 star didn't want to leave UA camp
- Big OT enjoys Tide camp
- Tide evaluating Florida QB
- Cherokee County DB camps at UA
Monday, June 08, 2009
- Star tight end visits Tuscaloosa
- Georgia DT blown away by UA visit
- Opelika RB keeping options open
- Olive Branch OT talks about Bama camp
- Georgia star picks up UA offer at camp; Tide leads
- Recruiting notes
- Georgia RB has top-notch visit to UA
- 2011 athlete raking in offers
Friday, June 05, 2009
- Bama remains on top for blue-chip DB
- Junior standout talks Tide
- Louisiana star talks recruiting
- Georgia LB a rising star for 2011
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
- Olive Branch OL tandem talk about recruiting
- Recruiting notes
- South Florida elite defender talks about UA
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Monday, June 01, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
Thursday, May 21, 2009
- Alabama falls to LSU
- Mississippi DL catches Tide's attention
- Alabama loses heart-breaker; Smith injured on final play
- Elite WR has summer schedule full of visits
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
- Craig Sanders: "It was Alabama all the way"
- Texas OL names Alabama his favorite
- Offers coming in for athletic corner; Bama leads
Monday, May 18, 2009
- Tide offers top south Florida cornerback
- DL heads Bayou 2011 class; Bama offer expected soon
- Tide in the hunt for VA standout
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Friday, May 15, 2009
- Linebacker Prince Hall transfers to Central Washington
- Atchison glad he made the switch to Bama
- Alabama drops extra inning game at Auburn
- Top JUCO prospect talks about Tide offer
Thursday, May 14, 2009
- Bayou RB turning heads for 2011
- UA assistant watches Mississippi star in action
- Tide eyeing top 2011 safety
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
- Alabama wins 8th straight; Matthes homers again
- North Carolina star very impressed with UA
- Woodson ready to get to Tuscaloosa
Monday, May 11, 2009
Sunday, May 10, 2009
- Bullpen solid again; Tide sweeps Arkansas
- Matthes homers Tide past Arkansas
- Tide takes series opener with classic win
Friday, May 08, 2009
- Coleman elects to leave after graduation
- James' commitment to UA is final
- Tide keeping close tabs on Cherokee County safety
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Monday, May 04, 2009
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Friday, May 01, 2009
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
- Grant's first signee a familiar face
- Eblen to join Tide basketball tam
- Tide DL signee inks with junior college
- Top safety says he's serious about UA
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
- Texas kicker discusses commitment; bringing strong leg to Bama
- UA adds Michigan State to future football schedules
- Phelon Jones transferring to Alabama
- Bama in a strong shape with Georgia DB
- Ming knows he made the right choice
- Florida speedster talks about Bama visit; names top five
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
- Bowman clears first hurdle on way to Tuscaloosa
- Melrose standout likes the Tide
- Austin Shepherd stunned by A-Day visit
- Several schools watching Mississippi athlete
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
- Kellen Williams rehabbing after knee surgery
- Bruising RB has quiet weekend in Tuscaloosa
- Exciting FL receiver likes the Tide
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
- Moseley lands more offers; talks about Tide
- Lacy working to get eligible
- Jess Lanier LB talks about A-Day
- Opelika star playing it close to the vest
Monday, April 20, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
- Harvey enjoys time at UA spring game
- Tide defense stands out to GA defender
- Mack impressed with Bama visit
- Top prospect Gholston discusses A-Day visit
- More A-Day snippets
Saturday, April 18, 2009
- Smith leads Tide to Sweep of No. 28 Vanderbilt
- Dial shows good hands in A-Day
- Tide lands one of nation's best in 2011 class
- A-Day photos
- A-Day notebook: Tide fans fill it up again
- McElroy steaks Crimsons to A-Day victory
- Wilson Love commits to Alabama!
Friday, April 17, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
- Mississippi star visits UA; decides to return for A-Day
- Thursday photos
- Saban: Ingram won't play on A-Day
- McCarron sees bright future for Tide
- Recruiting notes
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
- Sims makes surprise early decision; QB picks Alabama
- Virginia stars discuss Tuscaloosa visit
- Top LB visits UA with a special guest; coming back for A-Day
- South Carolina OL looking forward to A-Day
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
- Scenes from Tuesday
- Tide's Woodall earning his veteran stripes
- An early look at A-Day visitors
- Top QB and DL visiting Bama today
- Super South Carolina DB loves Alabama
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Friday, April 10, 2009
- Ninth-inning error costs Tide in Loss to LSU
- Defense rules scrimmage
- Scrimmage photos
- Big Texas OL closing in on Bama offer
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
- Nick Saban's Wednesday practice comments
- Wednesday photos
- Star receiver says good things about Alabama
- Georgia blue-chipper names six favorites
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Monday, April 06, 2009
- Monday post-practice comments
- Monday photos
- Lindsay: 'Alabama was the only place to go'
- Lone Star blue-chipper opts for Alabama
- McKeller honored to join Tide program
- Sims talks about decision
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Saturday, April 04, 2009
- Howell strikes out 13 as Wells wins 800th game
- Saturday scenes
- Georgia QB makes quick decision for Bama
- Nick Saban's Saturday practice comments
Friday, April 03, 2009
Thursday, April 02, 2009
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
- Texas OL visits UA; Decision coming
- Prattville star commits to Alabama
- Day 7: Saban pleased with first scrimmage
- Scrimmage photos
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
- In-state LB talks about UA offer
- Stinson eager to get to Tuscaloosa
- Tide among favorites for Memphis RB
- Texas star set to announce; it'll be Bama or LSU
Monday, March 30, 2009
- Day 6: Practice notes
- Scenes from Day 6
- Defensive front looks very strong
- Grant to meet with Birmingham star today
- Broadway to visit UA soon
- Texas kicker blown away by Bama visit
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
- Tide keeping tabs on in-state LB
- NC defender raking in the offers
- Oklahoma star has UA high among favorites
- Florida kicker planning UA visit
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
- Saban not pleased with practice
- Scenes from Day 2
- Nico Johnson ready to make an impact
- Steen aiming to play early
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Friday, March 20, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
- Louisiana WR has UA's attention
- Prattville star discusses Alabama offer
- May, DiFazio help Tide set home run record
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
- Mobile WR gaining confidence
- Alabama ties homerun record in win over Alabama A&M
- Lacy not afraid of the competition at Bama
- Marrow to bring size, power to UA offense
- Florida DE is long on potential
Monday, March 16, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Friday, March 13, 2009
- Alabama falls to Tennessee at the SEC Tournament
- McElroy has waited his turn
- Nick Saban spring preview transcript
- More spring scenes
- Scenes from Day 1
- Saban previews Bama spring
- Patrick preparing to play next season
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
- Louisiana DT favors two
- Gee, Green and Knox earn SEC postseason honors
- Tide watching top Mississippi defensive linemen
Monday, March 09, 2009
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Friday, March 06, 2009
- Bama pursuing Florida standout
- Oklahoma OL interested in Bama
- Tide in good position with GA receiver
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
- Missed free throws equal blown game as Tide falls to AU
- Louisiana star discusses Tide offer
- Top Texas OL to visit UA on April 1
- Texas defender on UA watch list
Monday, March 02, 2009
- In-state safety getting looks
- Tide in the hunt for dual-threat QB
- Four early offers for Mississippi standout
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
- Elite TE has great time in Tuscaloosa
- South Florida pass rusher thinking hard about UA
- NC defender blown away by UA
- Top South Carolina DB wowed at Bama
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
- All Tiders score in slopping of Hogs
- Louisiana standout has Tide's attention
- Disruptive defender likes the Tide
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
- Demopolis star discusses Junior Day
- Speedy Ohio LB has Tide among favs
- Big-time OL with Bama ties pursued by Tide
- Georgia pass rusher gives UA high marks
- Memphis OL talks about Tide's Junior Day
Monday, February 23, 2009
- Colorado QB excited about UA offer
- Star South Carolina RB has strong interest in UA
- Electric WR discusses Junior Day
- Big-time WR enjoys Tuscaloosa
- Peach State speedster has great visit to UA
Sunday, February 22, 2009
- Memphis LB talks Junior Day trip
- UA visit impresses Georgia RB
- Big Tennessee OL talks UA visit
- Top defender back from Junior Day
- Tide in top two for Florida star
Saturday, February 21, 2009
- Top juniors converge on Tuscaloosa
- Pass rusher picks up UA offer at Junior Day
- Tide dumps 'Dogs in OT, snaps streak
Friday, February 20, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
- Tide loses at Florida
- Playmaker picks up offer from Saban today
- Georgia pass rusher plans to visit UA on Saturday
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
- Bama blast from the past: John Causey
- Several schools eyeing Cordova junior
- Georgia athlete getting some looks
Monday, February 16, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Friday, February 13, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
- Jones discusses Tide offer
- Jones discusses Tide offer
- Jones discusses Tide offer
- In-state star lands Bama offer today
- James Willis sealed the deal for Brandon Moore
- Georgia standout to attend UA's Junior Day
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Monday, February 09, 2009
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Friday, February 06, 2009
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
- It was down to the wire for Kelly
- Sweet Home Alabama for Kirkpatrick
- Richardson's decision elated Saban
- Nick Saban's NSD press conference transcript
- Saban reels in another top class
- NSD Crystal Ball: A lot of close calls
Monday, February 02, 2009
Sunday, February 01, 2009
- 2010 OL checks out Tide, Tigers and Noles
- Love, Trimble expecting UA offers
- Jackson visits UA; to make final decision Tuesday night
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Friday, January 30, 2009
- Is West still in Tide's plans?
- Saban offers top junior today
- Early playing time lures top pass rusher to Bama
Thursday, January 29, 2009
- Tide falls to Razorbacks
- Texas junior WR eyeing Tide
- LB commit excited about the Tide
- Bama, LSU offer top junior tight end
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
- Kendall Kelly is down to three
- Petey Smith picks Tide
- Transcript of Mal Moore's press conference
- The Crystal Ball: Tide expected to roll on signing day!
Monday, January 26, 2009
- Tide drops in on junior RB
- Quotes from press conference following Gottfried's resignation
- Gottfried resigns
Sunday, January 25, 2009
- In-state standout enjoys UA official
- Reid's never seen anything like Tuscaloosa
- Tide makes impression on LA back
- Top lineman knows where he's going
- Ming discusses UA visit
- Massie loved Alabama visit
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
- Torrance, Tide turn away Rebels
- Florida LB says Willis a great move for UA
- Patrick surprised by hiring of Willis
- James Willis completes football coaching staff
- Sal Sunseri named to coaching staff
- Louisiana star to make official visit
- Lineman closing in on decision
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Monday, January 19, 2009
- McCarron enjoys his time in Tuscaloosa
- Sunseri expected to join Tide staff
- Visit goes better than expected for Florida linebacker
- UA fans hoping for another fast finish
Sunday, January 18, 2009
- Richardson visits Florida; remains committed to Bama
- Star LB has great visit to Tuscaloosa
- Dre back from Gainesville
- Bama visit was top of the line
- Randle's visit goes well
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
- Atchison not fazed by Thompson's departure
- McCarron: "I've got a special relationship with Coach Saban"
- Mississippi star has great visit
- Sources: Lance Thompson going to Tennessee
- Top junior thinking about four SEC schools
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
- Alabama falls at Mississippi State
- Blue-chipper cancels weekend visit to UA
- Physical LB set to visit UA
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
- Dre talks in depth about Bama visit
- Top safety is worth waiting on
- Dial has awesome visit to UA
- Murphy joins Crimson Tide
Sunday, January 11, 2009
- Mississippi star has great visit to UA
- Pass rusher plans to stick with State
- Moore returns from UF; discusses favorites
- Fluker back from UA
- Star prospect has "really good time" in Tuscaloosa
- Tide, Gee out-hustle Tigers in SEC opener
- Prize RB commit talks Bama visit; sees early playing time
- Ohio standout talks UA visit
- Big GA receiver enjoys official visit
- Norwood discusses visit; better than expected
Friday, January 09, 2009
Thursday, January 08, 2009
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
- Another school jumps in the fray for Cox
- Impressive collection of talent set to visit
- Recruiting notes
- Is Bowman solid to Alabama?
- Alabama-MSU dead even for Mississippi star
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
- Alabama basketball falls at Clemson
- Saban meets with Florida speed rusher
- Down to the nitty-gritty for pass rusher
- UA coach visits top receiver
- Saban visits with top DB
- Tide among favorites for Mississippi junior
Monday, January 05, 2009
Sunday, January 04, 2009
Saturday, January 03, 2009
- Steele leads Tide over Jackets
- Scenes from the Sugar Bowl
- Notebooking the 75th Allstate Sugar Bowl
- Tide Sugar Bowl experience more low than sweet