Lebo Finished as Auburn Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Auburn Head Coach Jeff Lebo has been dismissed from the men’s basketball team. The announcement came Friday from Auburn Athletics Director Jay Jacobs.
"I want to thank Coach Lebo for all that he has done for Auburn University over the past six years," Jacobs said. "Coach Lebo has worked hard and has always represented Auburn with character, class and integrity. However, we feel like the time has come for Auburn basketball to move in a new direction. We deeply appreciate all that he and his staff have done for Auburn, and we wish each of them and their families nothing but the best."
"Dodge Domestic Violence" Dodgeball Tournament
Sunday, March 7, Auburn greek organizations, AXΩ & ΠKA, hosted their 5th annual "Dodge Domestic Violence" philanthropy Dodgeball Tournament. More than 50 teams of students and locals in the Auburn community went head to head in the Dodgeballl tournament-smack-down, raising over $3,000 from team participants and attendees.
All proceeds raised from the dodgeball event contributed toward the Domestic Violence Intervention Center of Opelika.
March 8, 2010 (S10:07)
Eagle Eye News brings you an update on what students are doing in preparation for midterms, and we talk to local officials about how they are making street crossings safe. Plus we have a look at all of your highlights from Men's tennis, gymnastics, equestrian, and a special farewell to Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum.
Auburn beats Mississippi St. 89-80 In Final Game in Beard-Eaves-Memorial Coliseum History
Auburn played well with Waller scoring 22 points and Knox picking up 21 to lead Auburn to an 89-80 win over Mississippi State on Wednesday night in a game where the five seniors accounted for all but 11 of the Tigers' points. Auburn also said goodbye to Beard-Eaves on Wednesday night with a special post game ceremony. Former players, coaches, and fans were in attendance at the game. Watch the video for more.
March 1, 2010 (S10:06)
This week, Eagle Eye takes you to to Montgomery to hear both sides of the debate on gambling in Alabama, we show you how Auburn University has earned the title of Tree Campus USA, and we take a look at a new place for some cool treats. Plus, we have all your highlights from Men's Basketball vs. LSU, Gymnastics vs. Florida, the Men's Baseball Tiger Classic, and special interviews with former Auburn Tigers Bo Jackson, Frank Thomas, Tim Hudson, and Gregg Olson.
Kurt Sasser Wins SGA Presidential Run-Off
In a special run-off election, Kurt Sasser won 57% of the vote becoming the next SGA President at Auburn University. Right after the victory Sassor said "I've never experienced anything like this in my life...The face should describe it all. I’m in shock, I’m excited." Eagle Eye News was there for the announcement and celebration.
A Hug From Taylor Swift
Michael Wekall and Ryan Leander take you along for their journey to get a hug from Taylor Swift. They have been using social media like Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube to help spread the word about their goal. Their Facebook group currently has over 1600 members and growing. Last week, they also went out with our camera crew to practice hugging and continue filming their flip camera documentary. They even went down to Disney World in Orlando, FL to practice hugging some of your favorite cartoons. To find out more visit http://www.ahugfromtaylorswift.com.
Kristi McGahee Elected Miss Auburn, Cink and Sasser in Run-off for SGA President
Kristi MaGahee, whose platform is P.A.W.S. (Plainsmen in Action for Wounded Soldiers), was just announced the 2010 Miss Auburn. As Miss Auburn, she will serve as the official hostess for Auburn University, and continue to promote her platform throughout the community.
Ashley Nichols, with 69% of the vote, was elected SGA Vice President over Brandon Gillespie.
Spencer Moore, who ran unopposed will serve as the 2010 SGA Treasurer.
The SGA Debate on Eagle Eye TV
Watch Monday nights SGA Debate and Miss Auburn platform presentation. The Miss Auburn Candidates are first, followed by the Treasurer, Vice Presidential candidates, and finally the Presidential Candidates.


