John Mitchell

John Mitchell

Joined: May 30, 2012

John is the Site Expert at Bama Hammer and a lifelong fan of the Alabama Crimson Tide. He has written for a variety of online platforms since 2007 with bylines at multiple Fansided sites including Saturday Blitz and Busting Brackets. He has previously covered Alabama high school athletics for East Alabama Sports Today. John is also a cinephile who really ties the room together.

Jan 29, 2025; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Jalil Bethea (3) reacts after scoring against the Virginia Cavaliers during the first half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Alabama basketball reportedly getting a visit from former 5-star, Miami transfer

Feb 8, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Paul Bryant guard Adrian Wooley (14) goes to the basket over several Northridge defenders in the 6A Area Final at Paul W. Bryant High School. Bryant defeated Northridge 70-59 to claim the area title.

New Transfer Portal entry likely to be priority target for Nate Oats, Alabama basketball

Gary Danielson gives the keynote speech during the Winged Foot Scholarship Awards Banquet, Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, Fla.

Lane Calkins of Naples High won the 2022 Winged Foot Scholar Athlete Award.

Legendary CBS Broadcaster Gary Danielson announces retirement following 2025 season

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Nate Oats, Alabama basketball out to prove a point defensively against BYU

DePaul's Derek Zammit (15) breaks a tackle from Pope John's Sam Conetta (9) during the NJSIAA Non-Public B high school football championship game between DePaul and Pope John on Friday, Nov. 29 at MetLife Stadium.

Alabama football makes 'Final Four' for 4-star 2026 QB who is visiting soon

Mar 20, 2025; Tuscaloosa AL, USA; Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron (1) celebrates at second after connecting for a three-run double against Tennessee at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

Alabama Crimson Tide News: Lebron walks off, Williams/Philon photo, Barker's historic performance

Alabama v Tennessee

Recruiting expert predicts Alabama football to land game-changing 5-star prospect

Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Donovan Dent (2) dribbles in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Did Alabama's Mark Sears replacement just enter the Transfer Portal?

Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats coaches guard Mark Sears (1) in the second half against the St. Mary's Gaels during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Alabama Basketball History: How has Crimson Tide fared in past Sweet 16 appearances?

Mar 22, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Trey Stewart (1) reacts after defeating the Wisconsin Badgers in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Everything you need to know about BYU, Alabama's Sweet 16 March Madness opponent

Mar 24, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (3) takes a shot over Maryland Terrapins guard Saylor Poffenbarger (6) during the first half at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Sarah Ashlee Barker's record-setting performance not enough as Alabama falls to Maryland in 2nd Round

Saint Mary's v Alabama

3 sequences that shaped Alabama basketball's NCAA Tournament win over Saint Mary's

Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats coaches guard Mark Sears (1) in the second half against the St. Mary's Gaels during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Nate Oats quote credits Alabama's superior depth for wearing out Saint Mary's

Mar 23, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats reacts in the second half against the St. Mary's Gaels during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Alabama fans are calling for a lifetime contract for Nate Oats after 3rd straight Sweet 16

Mar 22, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Sarah Ashlee Barker (3) takes a shot over Green Bay Phoenix center Jenna Guyer (30) during the first half at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

What time does Alabama Women's Basketball play vs. Maryland in NCAA Tournament?

Mar 21, 2025; Tuscaloosa AL, USA; Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron (1) connects with a pitch during the second game of the series with Tennessee at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

What's next for Alabama baseball following series loss to Tennessee?