The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
The 2021 Pepsi Spring Game: What You Need to Know
4/8/2021 2:16:00 PM | Football
BIRMINGHAM – The UAB football team hits the gridiron at Historic Legion Field for the final time on Saturday as the Blazers host the 2021 Pepsi Spring Game, with kickoff set for 1 p.m.
THINGS TO KNOW:
HEAD COACH BILL CLARK:
On playing at Legion Field for a final time . . .
"I saw Jamell Garcia-Williams at practice today and it reminded me of the block against Louisiana Tech, which really helped get the 21-game home winning streak going at that home game in 2017. I think a lot of that will come out this week when we know that this is our last real event there."
On the emotions of UAB football's last event at Legion Field . . .
"I think the whole point of what is going on with the new stadium is the fact that, every day, I have multiple people saying, 'Coach, we are so excited about the stadium.' Of course, it makes me think of Legion and the good times we have had there. But obviously, we get to go to something new next year."
On a favorite memory at Legion Field . . .
"There are so many, even going back to when I was a high school coach and winning two state championships there, playing in three championship games. The LA Tech block is special. Beating Southern Miss to win the West. Every one of those games are big games and important games. Even 2014, the first game against Troy. We could go on all day."
For more information on the UAB football team, follow the Blazers on Twitter and Instagram (@UAB_FB).
THINGS TO KNOW:
- Tickets to the 2021 Pepsi Spring Game are complimentary thanks to presenting sponsor, Pepsi. Tickets will be available the day of the game at Legion Field, or fans can call the UAB Athletics Ticket office at (205) 975-UAB1.
- Masks are required at Saturday's spring game per UAB policy and the City of Birmingham's mask ordinance, even though the statewide mask mandate expires on April 9.
- There will be no Blazer Village prior to the game, and fans are asked to park, enter the stadium and follow social distancing guidelines. All seating will be general admission. Parking will be available on game day at $5 per car. Gates open at 12 p.m.
- The Blazers will play four 15 minute quarters. The first half will be a traditional format, while the second half features a running clock.
- Be a part of history on Saturday! The 2021 Pepsi Spring Game is UAB football's final event at Legion Field, as the Blazers move into brand new Protective Stadium for the 2021 season. The Green and Gold went 21-1 at Legion Field upon returning to action in 2017.
HEAD COACH BILL CLARK:
On playing at Legion Field for a final time . . .
"I saw Jamell Garcia-Williams at practice today and it reminded me of the block against Louisiana Tech, which really helped get the 21-game home winning streak going at that home game in 2017. I think a lot of that will come out this week when we know that this is our last real event there."
On the emotions of UAB football's last event at Legion Field . . .
"I think the whole point of what is going on with the new stadium is the fact that, every day, I have multiple people saying, 'Coach, we are so excited about the stadium.' Of course, it makes me think of Legion and the good times we have had there. But obviously, we get to go to something new next year."
On a favorite memory at Legion Field . . .
"There are so many, even going back to when I was a high school coach and winning two state championships there, playing in three championship games. The LA Tech block is special. Beating Southern Miss to win the West. Every one of those games are big games and important games. Even 2014, the first game against Troy. We could go on all day."
For more information on the UAB football team, follow the Blazers on Twitter and Instagram (@UAB_FB).
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