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After a 10-month hiatus due to COVID-19, Samford football is back on the practice field.

Christina Chambers

Samford football waiting on decision from Power 5 Conferences regarding upcoming season

Christina Chambers

Bucky McMillan hired as new head basketball coach at Samford

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Samford women’s basketball earn top seed in SoCon tournament

The Samford women’s basketball team is looking to continue to make history this weekend at the Southern Conference basketball tournament as the No.1 seed.

Published March 4, 2020 at 12:10 PM

Pat Sullivan meant the world to Birmingham, AL sports figures

Pat Sullivan always had a friendly and kind word to me whenever we saw one another,

Sheldon Haygood

Published December 2, 2019 at 6:38 PM

It’s coach when Samford’s Chris Hatcher talks about his son, Ty

The scoreboard shows Auburn manhandled Samford 52-0, but when you look at the stats you will see two passes, two completions for four yards for Samford quarterback Ty Hatcher.

Sheldon Haygood

Published November 23, 2019 at 8:55 PM

Samford football player changes his last name to honor stepfather

Samford offensive lineman George Grimwade legally changed his last name from Grimwade to Musto to honor his stepfather, who helped raise him.

Christina Chambers

Published October 17, 2019 at 1:47 PM

Samford University enjoys buzz after former QB Devlin Hodges’ big win

Samford University enjoying a bit of fame after former Quarterback Devlin Hodges led the Steelers to a win.

Randi Hildreth

Published October 14, 2019 at 9:58 PM

Alabama native and former Samford QB Devlin Hodges has first NFL start for the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday

Hodges mother talks about her son's debut as a NFL starter.

Sheldon Haygood

Published October 12, 2019 at 11:37 PM

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Samford women's basketball team earns top seed in SoCon Tournament

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Samford falls to #14 Furman 58-14 at home

The Samford football team dropped a 58-14 decision to 14th-ranked Furman Saturday afternoon at Seibert Stadium.

Christina Chambers

Published October 5, 2019 at 8:27 PM

Samford taking on Alabama basketball in Chick-fil-A Birmingham Classic

Two area college basketball teams will be meeting in Birmingham later this year as Samford will play Alabama at the Chick-fil-A Birmingham Classic.

WBRC Staff

Published September 30, 2019 at 8:08 PM

Samford takes braggin’ rights with win over Alabama A&M

the Samford bulldogs win for the second straight week, beating in-state foe Alabama A&M 55-21

Sheldon Haygood

Published September 21, 2019 at 10:25 PM

Samford QB Chris Oladokun emerges as leader under center

Samford quarterback Chris Oladokun made his first start for Samford Saturday night and led the team to a 21-14 win at No. 21 Wofford.

Christina Chambers

Published September 19, 2019 at 4:48 PM

Samford falls to Youngstown State 45-22 in season opener

he Samford football team dropped a 45-22 decision to Youngstown State in the Guardian Credit Union FCS Kickoff Saturday afternoon at Cramton Bowl.

Christina Chambers

Published August 24, 2019 at 10:08 PM

Samford football is ready for the big stage on national TV

The Samford Bulldogs' season opener is Saturday in the FCS Kickoff Classic down in Montgomery.

Sheldon Haygood

Published August 22, 2019 at 3:09 PM

Will Devlin Hodges make the Steelers roster? Here’s why it’s possible.

Devlin Hodges is doing everything he can to be a Pittsburgh Steeler in 2019.

Brandon Miller

August 21 August 21

The biggest question mark this spring is at quarterback, as the Bulldogs try to replace Walter Peyton Award winner Devlin Hodges.

Christina Chambers

April 12 April 12

Samford baseball opens the season this weekend at South Florida. The Bulldogs were picked as the favorite to win the SoCon in last week’s preseason poll.

Christina Chambers

February 13 February 13

Samford Football adds 15 Bulldogs for 2019 class

The Samford football program has signed 15 student-athletes to National Letters of Intent, head coach Chris Hatcher announced Wednesday.

WBRC Staff

February 6 February 6

There was no better FCS offensive player than Devlin Hodges in 2018.

Brandon Miller

Published January 4, 2019 at 10:06 PM

Samford QB sets FCS record for career passing yards

In a 38-27 win against East Tennessee State, Hodges past former Alcon State quarterback Steve McNair’s record of most career passing yards in the FCS.

Brandon Miller

Published November 17, 2018 at 5:07 PM

Comeback win for Samford makes it 3 in a row

Samford scored four touchdowns in the second half to come back and defeat Furman 38-25.

Brandon Miller

Published October 20, 2018 at 7:48 PM

Samford offense lights up scoreboard in 73-22 win

The Bulldogs scored 10 touchdowns in a 73-22 win against VMI.

Brandon Miller

Published October 13, 2018 at 7:59 PM

Hodges' record-setting day leads Samford to 66-28 win

The Bulldogs crushed Western Carolina 66-28 behind Devlin Hodges' strong performance.

Brandon Miller

Published October 6, 2018 at 5:16 PM

Bobby Bowden: Family, spiritual life, more important than football

The legendary Florida State coach, and Birmingham native, talks championships, almost becoming the Alabama head coach, his family, and serving God’s purpose.

Sebastian Posey

Published October 4, 2018 at 10:23 AM

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Samford rally falls short against Mercer

Samford, a week off nearly upsetting Florida State, fell at home to Mercer, 30-24.

WBRC Staff

Published September 15, 2018 at 5:42 PM

Samford battles Florida State deep into 4th quarter, falls 36-26

Samford is in the midst of a possible upset over Florida State

Brandon Miller

Published September 8, 2018 at 11:14 PM

Samford dominates in season-opening win vs. Shorter

Samford opened the 2018 season with a strong performance against Shorter.

WBRC Staff

Published August 30, 2018 at 11:13 PM

He may be a record-setting Samford quarterback, but Devlin Hodges also excels at something else: Duck calling.

Rick Karle

Published July 10, 2018 at 11:03 AM

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