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December 25, 2009

Auburn’s freshmen class long on potential, short on initial impact

Auburn’s freshmen class long on potential, short on initial impact AUBURN — When Gene Chizik was hired just over a year ago, he quickly had to build and maintain his first recruiting class by scouting players, convincing stragglers and hunting for new blood. The result was a hastily assembled class that included 24 freshmen. Of…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
December 25, 2009

Heisman-winning son fills imprisoned father with pride

Heisman-winning son fills imprisoned father with pride JAMAICA, N.Y. — When Alabama running back Mark Ingram won the Heisman Trophy nearly two weeks ago, he delivered one of the most heartfelt acceptance speeches in the award’s 75-year history. Ingram wiped tears from his eyes several times as he thanked his family, including his father, Mark…