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Athletics

Quick Stats

Athletic Association
  • NAA
  • NCAA
Athletic Division NCAA Division I-A
Athletic Conferences Football: Southeastern Conference
Basketball: Southeastern Conference
School Colors Crimson and white
School Nickname An elephant named Big Al
Men Playing Varsity Sports 309 - 3%
Women Playing Varsity Sports 288 - 3%
Students Receiving Athletic Financial Aid Football: 86
Basketball: 26
Baseball: 36
Cross Country/Track: 48
Other Sports: 158
Graduation Rates of Athletic Financial Aid Recipients Football: 45%
Basketball: 71%
Baseball: 57%
Cross Country/Track: 14%
Other Sports: 74%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Football is almost a religion in Alabama. It’s a tradition that takes over the school and even the town. Students count down the days until the fall in anticipation of the start of the football frenzy. People from all over pack into the Bryant-Denny Stadium for every home game to show their Crimson Pride. Football game days are a statewide holiday in Alabama. If you’re not a football fan, don’t fret. All you have to do is experience just one Bama game in the student section and you will be changed. The game is not the only fun part about football. There are parties, bar and restaurant specials, bands, and new people to meet. Game days are a tradition on this campus that will never get dull.

Football is not the only sport Bama takes pride in. The baseball, basketball, and gymnastics teams are always ranked high. If you’re a fan, you won’t have a problem showing your support since admission is free to students. All you have to do is to show your Action Card. Try Bama’s IM sports if you’re interested in playing. There are plenty to choose from, and there are teams for men, women, and both. No matter what sport you’re a fan of, Bama’s athletics won’t let you down. If you’re going to be a true fan, be prepared to yell, “Roll Tide!”

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Athletics at University of Alabama

caitlindestef

'15

Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition

4.6
A

Roll Tide

Game days are always the best days of the year. The quad is covered in tailgating tents and TVs to watch the game. Everything on campus revolves around the sports teams mainly football.

Dec 06, 2011

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christinahughes80

'15

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

4.6
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Sports

Obviously football runs the school, and you don't hear many people complaining about that. The school spirit is absolutely amazing and there is nothing in this world like waking up on game day with that excitement in the air! I don't know much about the other athletic teams, unfortunately.

Nov 16, 2011

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lrbrown1

'15

Biology

5.0
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University of Alabama Athletics

Football is very popular at Alabama. It’s a tradition that takes over the school and even the town. Students count down the days until the fall in anticipation of the start of the football frenzy. People from all over pack into the Bryant-Denny Stadium for every home game to show their Crimson Pride. Game days are a tradition on this campus that will never get dull. The University of Alabama athletic centers are fantastic. More than 1 student center is on campus with very easy access. If you want to become involved in campus activities, you only have to ask and so many opportunities present themselves. Students and professors are willing to help with student involvement. It is very interesting and exciting.

Jul 27, 2011

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Facts

Men's Varsity Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
Women's Varsity Sports
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Volleyball
Intramurals
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Bowling
  • Dodgeball
  • Flag Football
  • Holiday
  • Horseshoes
  • Kickball
  • Punt Pass Kick
  • Racquetball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Wallyball
  • Wiffleball
Club Sports
  • Bowling
  • Climbing
  • Crew
  • Cricket
  • Cycling
  • Disc Golf
  • Fishing
  • Ice Hockey
  • Kayaking
  • Lacrosse (men's and women's)
  • Paintball
  • Racquetball
  • Rugby
  • Skeet Shooting
  • Soccer (men's and women's)
  • Table Tennis
  • Tennis
  • Tri-athlete
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Waterskiing
  • Wheelchair basketball
  • Wrestling
Athletic Fields & Facilities
  • The Aquatic Center
  • Coleman Coliseum
  • Football Building
  • Hank Crisp Indoor Facility
  • The Student Recreation Center

Most Popular Sports

Football is by far the most popular sport at UA. It’s not only a popular sport, but it’s a tradition. All other sports take a backseat to football, but basketball and gymnastics gather a pretty big crowd, as well.

School Spirit

School spirit is all around the University of Alabama. Students are proud to say UA is their school. The colors of crimson and white are worn by many proud students and fans of Alabama. During football games or other athletic events, you can walk up to a complete stranger that has an Alabama shirt or hat on and say “Roll Tide,” and instantly you will get one back. During football season, school spirit is even surrounded by the town. Football is almost like a holiday here, and the students look forward to it all year. Sit in the student section during one football game, and the school spirit will make you an instant Bama fan. Roll Tide!

Getting Tickets

Getting student tickets for UA athletic events is probably the easiest thing to do on this campus. Students can simply get into any event by showing their Action Card, except for football games. Getting football tickets consists of a little more work, but not much. All students have to do is sign up for football tickets online (www.rolltide.com). The student package consists of one ticket for every home football game, and the package costs $35. This is a great deal since these tickets are usually sold around campus at extremely higher prices.

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