Reviewed by: Caleb Turrentine
How one local company’s volunteers make the 83rd Magic City Classic possible
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In case you missed it, the 83rd Magic City Classic—the annual matchup of HBCU rivals Alabama A&M and Alabama State Universities—is taking place this Saturday, October 26, 2:30PM at Legion Field.
One local company is the official volunteer program sponsor, and they’ve been working hard since August to make sure you have an amazing experience. Keep reading for all the details and get your tickets now.
Magic City Classic week events run on volunteer power
The Magic City Classic is way more than a football game. It’s like a homecoming, family reunion, tailgate / block party and annual pilgrimage rolled into one.
The events have already started, and you’ll find Regions sponsoring events throughout the week alongside other partners like Protective, Alabama Power, the City of Birmingham and more.
Regions hosts a Thursday evening reception for both schools with both Presidents attending, as a way to say “thank you for coming to Birmingham” and a Friday luncheon that brings together student athletes, coaches, cheerleaders and alumni.
All together, more than 200 volunteers from Regions will be playing behind-the-scenes roles at the Classic to ensure that everyone has a good time.
There’s nothing like the Magic City Classic for connecting with community. (Regions)
Floresha Watkins, VP Community Relations Manager, spoke about why the company decided to get involved in this way, highlighting their relationship with both schools:
“At Regions, we believe that everyone should have an opportunity to succeed. Higher ed is an important tool to help individuals and their family achieve success through education. That’s why education and workforce readiness are key pillars to our community engagement strategy.
We partner with both schools for the Magic City Classic to help deliver this commitment and foster inclusive prosperity throughout the communities we serve.
We are proud to have long-lasting relationships with both universities—Alabama A&M and Alabama State. Volunteering and being a part of all the other wonderful events that are taking place this week, makes a meaningful difference in both schools. We are proud to support this year’s Magic City Classic.”
The Saturday morning parade is safe + fun thanks to volunteers
Saturday morning at 8AM, the fun begins at the corner of 18th Street and 7th Avenue North and ends at the corner of 16th Street and 4th Avenue North.
31 volunteers will arrive at 6AM for breakfast, then they’ll get ready to fill a number of roles at the big parade:
- 6 bike riders
- 12 float riders
- Crowd walkers
- Parade marshalls
Activation areas add to the fan experience
The tailgate party is a can’t miss part of the Classic.
Be sure to stop by and take your picture at the Regions big green bike selfie station and pick up some swag.
Head over to the west side of Legion Field between 10AM-2PM to enjoy the food, the people and the activation areas.
You’ll find volunteers throughout the event
Whether you’re taking an elevator, eating in one of the suites, listening to the pre-game roll call or just enjoying the action on the field, volunteers will be helping to make this year’s Magic City Classic a great one.
Get your tickets now + enjoy the game!
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