Joe Gaither

Joined: May 8, 2023

Joe Gaither oversees videos and podcasts for Alabama Crimson Tide On SI/BamaCentral. He began his sports media career in radio in 2019, working for three years in Tuscaloosa covering the University of Alabama and other local high school sports. In 2023 he joined BamaCentral to cover a variety of Crimson Tide sports and recruiting, in addition to hosting the “Joe Gaither Show” podcast. His work has also appeared on the Boston College, Missouri and Vanderbilt web sites.

Jun 14, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide pitcher Matthew Heiberger (7) pitches against the Texas Longhorns during the second inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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Everything you need to know, including TV and radio information, about the College World Series

Jun 13, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Oklahoma Sooners center fielder Jason Walk (1) steals second against Alabama Crimson Tide shortstop Justin LeBron (1) during the third inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

All Things Bama

Thoughts and takeaways from inside Charles Schwab Stadium after the Crimson Tide was shut out by the Sooners in the College World Series.

Jun 13, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Oklahoma Sooners starting pitcher Cord Rager (99) celebrates while walking off at the end of the seventh inning against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Baseball

The Crimson Tide didn't face the freshman left-hander in the regular season, but saw enough on Saturday as he pitched a shutout to open the College World Series.

Jun 13, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Oklahoma Sooners head coach Skip Johnson watches practice before the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

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Full transcript and press conference video from the Sooners head coach, plus catcher Deiten LaChance and pitcher Cord Rager after sending the Crimson Tide to the losers' bracket.

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Score updates and analysis from Charles Schwab Field, as the Crimson Tide opens College World Series play against the Oklahoma Sooners.

May 1, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron (1) makes the play on a bouncer to short as the Crimson Tide downed Vanderbilt in game 2 of the series 5-0 in Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

Baseball

The Crimson Tide and Sooners met in April, but each program evolved over the last 10 weeks to reach the College World Series.

Jun 7, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama base runner Eric Hines (42) goes from first to third on a hit in Game 2 of the Super Regional between Alabama and St. John's at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

Baseball

The Crimson Tide freshman was inserted into the starting lineup midseason, igniting the back half of the batting order.

All Things Bama

The show dives into Alabama's basketball facility before predicting the College World Series action. | Episode 706

All Things Bama

Thoughts and takeaways from inside Charles Schwab Stadium after the Crimson Tide held an open practice at the College World Series.

Baseball

The Crimson Tide took the field at Charles Schwab Stadium before the College World Series kicks off on Friday.

Jun 8, 2026; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron (1) is all smiles as the Crimson Tide players and coaches celebrate their 7-2 win over St. John’s to earn a trip to the College World Series.

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Justin Lebron and Myles Upchurch were selected for awards after strong seasons.

All Things Bama

The program discusses Elijah Haven and Trent Seaborn at Elite 11 before previewing the weekend in Omaha. | Episode 704

Joe Gaither

Joined: May 8, 2023

BamaCentral Instant Analysis After Alabama Lost To Texas at the College World Series

Shortstop Justin Lebron 'Changed the Trajectory of Alabama Baseball'

Live Game, Weather Updates: College World Series, No. 7 Alabama vs. No. 6 Texas

Former Alabama Baseball Players React to Crimson Tide's Return to College World Series

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Alabama Baseball's College World Series Central: Schedule, How to Watch, Bracket Breakdown

All Things Bama

BamaCentral Instant Analysis After Alabama Lost To Oklahoma at the College World Series

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Alabama Baseball 'Had No Chance' Against Cord Rager in College World Series

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Everything Skip Johnson, Oklahoma Baseball Said after Shutting Out Alabama at CWS

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Live Game, Weather Updates: College World Series, No. 7 Alabama vs. Oklahoma

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How We've Changed: Alabama, Oklahoma Both Different Teams Ahead of CWS Rematch

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Alabama-Oklahoma Round Two: How Eric Hines Changed the Tide Since April

All Things Bama

Can Alabama Start the College World Series with a Win? The Joe Gaither Show

Postcard from Alabama Baseball Practice at the College World Series

Alabama Baseball College World Series Practice Report

Alabama Baseball Stars Chosen For Postseason Honors

Elite 11 Report and College World Series Outlook on The Joe Gaither Show