"The Block" in 1989 was one of the greatest plays in Alabama football history. Here's the story of the man who was responsible for that incredible moment, Thomas Rayam. talegatesports.com/the-oak-tree/

They don't make many point guards like they used to. Take a walk down memory lane and watch our interview with former Crimson Tide point guard Gary Waites: youtube.com/watch?v=bavPrr…

Here are a few of our upcoming interviews. Tell us, what sports star or personality would you like to see on our podcast? We try to keep it semi-local (athletes with a connection to the state of Alabama) but we are open to suggestions!

Congratulations to Haleyville High School on their fourth consecutive state golf title! Learn more about this team and their journey by watching this documentary we produced on one of their outstanding golfers and young men, Hudson Lawson: youtube.com/watch?v=wCw0Nt…

Congratulations to Talegate Featured Athlete alum Garrett Reid for helping lead Deshler baseball to its first-ever state title! Pictured is Garrett with Cooper Thompson, another outstanding student-athlete at Deshler High.

We recently partnered with Brackyard Films to produce our second Talegate Stories Documentary called "5 Strong." This is the story of Yancey Young, a former baseball player at Sumiton Christian School in Sumiton, Alabama. We extend a special thanks to our generous sponsors:

One of the best sports hall of fames in the country adds to its already illustrious list: talegatesports.com/alabama-sports…

In this episode of The Talegate Podcast, Al speaks with "Do Right" producers Dr. Chandra Clark and Michael Bruce! "Do Right" is a documentary on Coach Gene Stallings. youtube.com/watch?v=S-d1aH…

Check out the second documentary in our Talegate "Stories" series entitled 5 Strong: The Yancey Young Story. In association with Brackyard Films. youtube.com/watch?v=GPBeGb…

Historic Venue: Beard-Eaves-Memorial Coliseum in Auburn, Alabama. Opened: 1969 Closed for Competition: 2010 Photo by Al Blanton

Alabama football legend Bobby Humphrey sits down with Talegate's Al Blanton for a conversation at Legion Field in Birmingham. youtube.com/watch?v=rnSTTg…

We love hearing tributes from former players! Here's a tribute to the Crimson Tide by Jasper native and former Alabama guard Griff Redmill: talegatesports.com/my-tide-tribut…

Now let's hear from an Auburn legend: talegatesports.com/my-tiger-tribu…

Talegate is partnering with Brackyard Films to produce our 3rd documentary called Coach Clem: Legend in a Small Town! Tell us, what are some other great sports stories around the state of Alabama that we should consider for a documentary?

So what's the big deal about the 1899 Sewanee football team? Norman Jetmundsen provides the answer on the Talegate Podcast: youtube.com/watch?v=X1CX5p…

Congratulations to Talegate Featured Athlete alum Emma Brooke Levering, who recently set a school record in the 1600 with a time of 4:50.12 while competing in the Mile (she posted a 4:51.64 in the Mile). Photo by Al Blanton

What the coolest baseball stadium you've ever been to? 📷 Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, OH | Photo by Al Blanton

Did you know that Haleyville boys' golf has won 4 state championships in a row? Talegate recently sat down with the head coach of the Lions, Jamie White, to discuss the team's journey, its keys to success, and a few challenges along the way: youtu.be/RxUHv3u1euQ?si…

Congrats to Curry High School's Ambrey Taylor, who was named 2025 Ms. Softball by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. The Alabama softball commit batted .597 with 105 hits, 26 home runs, and 100 RBI this season. She also holds the AHSAA career record for doubles with 138.

Prediction Time: What will Alabama's regular season record be this coming year?