World Games 2022 Celebrates Ticket Launch, One Year Countdown

The World Games 2022 introduces mascots and announces performers one year from Opening Ceremonies.

Legion FC's 'Juneteenth' Jersey Auction Raises More Than $5K

The Birmingham Legion's special "Juneteenth Jersey" auction was a success, raising money for the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.

Highland Park Golf Course Named One Of Nation's Best

Golf Magazine named Highland Park one of the best municipal courses in the country.

UAB Hires Casey Dunn As New Baseball Coach

Casey Dunn had been Samford's baseball coach for the last 17 seasons, and will now take over at UAB.

Legion FC To Wear Civil Rights Institute-Themed Kit On Juneteenth

Legion FC is partnering with the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute again this year, wearing a commemorative BCRI-themed jersey Saturday.

Alabama High School Athletic Association Names New Director

The AHSAA has named Alvin Briggs its new executive director, replacing Steve Savarese, who is retiring after 15 years.

Vonetta Flowers Named Honorary Co-Chair Of The World Games 2022

Olympic gold medalist and UAB alum Vonetta Flowers has been named honorary co-chair of the World Games 2022.

Legion FC To Play Next Home Game At Legion Field

After field conditions at BBVA Field were criticized, the Legion FC will play its next home game at Legion Field.

Legion FC Drops Opening Game, Criticizes Field Conditions

Birmingham Legion FC president and general manager Jay Heaps said the conditions at BBVA Field were "unacceptable."

Alabama Red Snapper Season Parameters Different For 2021

Alabama’s 2021 red snapper season for private recreational anglers will be different than in previous years.

Alabama, Auburn Spring Football Games: What To Know

Planning on attending A-Day in Tuscaloosa or Auburn this weekend? Here are few things you need to know.

Carver's Randrea Wright Named 5A Player Of The Year

The Alabama Sports Writers Association named girls basketball star Randrea Wright of Carver its Class 5A Player of the Year.

Birmingham Legion FC’s 2021 Schedule Released

Birmingham's pro soccer team will play 32 matches this season, beginning May 1.

Legion FC Eyes Opening Match May 1

The Birmingham Legion FC will host Indy Eleven in the team's season opener May 1.

Birmingham Legion FC To Play Atlanta United In Preseason Match

Season ticket holders are granted exclusive match day access for the March 28 event at BBVA Field.

Alabama High School Basketball Scores: Keep Up On Patch

See which local boys and girls basketball teams are still alive in their quest for a state championship.

Alabama High School Basketball Tournament 2021: Keep Up On Patch

Several area schools are still alive for a state championship in the AHSAA girls and boys basketball tournament. Check the scores on Patch.

Birmingham Barons Return To The Field: 2021 Schedule Released

After having to cancel the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Birmingham Barons will return to Regions Field in May.

Birmingham Area Basketball Tournaments: Keep Up On Patch

Keep up with all of the scores in the Birmingham metro area high school basketball tournaments right here on Patch.

Birmingham High School Basketball Scores: Keep Up On Patch

Keep up with all of the Birmingham area high school basketball scores right here on Patch.

Birmingham Barons Name New Manager, Coaching Staff

A new skipper will lead the Birmingham Barons onto the field in 2021, with some new coaches on the staff as well.

3 New Competition Venues Announced For The World Games 2022

Birmingham CrossPlex, Legion Field and Boutwell Auditorium will join Protective Stadium as World Games 2022 venues.

UAB Football To Host Virtual Signing Day Event

Wednesday is National Signing Day for high school football recruits, and UAB is holding a virtual event for fans.

Alabama-Ohio State Championship Game On As Scheduled, For Now

After some doubt was cast on the playing of Monday night's championship game, reports say the Tude and Buckeyes will play as scheduled.

Dye, Perkins Faced Off In Some Of The Most Legendary Iron Bowls

Pat Dye and Ray Perkins faced each other four times, in some of the most classic Iron Bowls ever. Both coaches died in 2020.

South Carolina Backs Out, Gasparilla Bowl Canceled

Sources close to the South Carolina football team say the Gamecocks will not play in this weekend's bowl game in Tampa.

Bill Clark To Auburn? UAB Coach Interviews At AU

Although UAB coach Bill Clark was contacted by Auburn in regard to its head coaching vacancy, Clark is staying put for now.

UAB To Face SEC Opponent In Gasparilla Bowl

UAB is headed to Tampa to play in the Gasparilla Bowl Saturday, Dec. 26, at Raymond James Stadium.

Birmingham Bowl Among Several Bowl Games Canceled

The Birmingham Bowl will not be played this year, one of 13 bowl games canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.

Auburn Fires Gus Malzahn

Auburn coach Gus Malzahn is out after eight years leading the Auburn Tigers football team, compiling a 68-35 record.

UAB Football: Blazers Set To Take Field For First Time In 42 Days

UAB will play Rice in the regular season finale Saturday, the Blazers' first game in more than a month.

Birmingham Barons Asked To Remain White Sox Affiliate

The Chicago White Sox Wednesday asked the Birmingham Barons to continue to be the team's minor league affiliate.

UAB And Middle Tennessee Football Game Sunday Canceled

For the fourth straight weekend, COVID-19 has caused the cancellation of a UAB football game, this time against Middle Tennessee State.

High School Playoff Scores: Ramsay Takes On Pleasant Grove

Keep up with the AHSAA 5A semifinal action between Ramsay and Pleasant Grove right here on Patch.

Birmingham Area 2020 High School Football Playoff Scores: Round 3

Keep up with all of the AHSAA football playoff scores for Birmingham-area teams right here on Patch.

Tickets Available For UAB's First Season At Protective Stadium

Season tickets for UAB's first football season at the new Protective Stadium downtown are on sale now.

UAB Football Team Cancels Next 2 Games Due To Coronavirus Tests

Multiple positive COVID-19 tests within the UAB football program have prompted the team to cancel its next two games.

Birmingham High School Football Scores: 2020 Playoffs Round 2

Keep up with all of the Birmingham area high school football scores in Round 2 of the AHSAA playoffs here on Patch.

UAB Hosts North Texas In Annual 'Salute To Service' Game

The UAB football team returns to Legion Field this Saturday to host North Texas for its annual Salute to Service game.

Alabama, Auburn Games Postponed Due To Coronavirus

Alabama's game against LSU and Auburn's game against Mississippi State have been postponed after multiple positive COVID-19 tests.