Alabama at Memphis Twilight Classic - LSU Twilight
Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama track & field is set to begin the 2022 indoor season this weekend, as the Crimson Tide travels up the interstate to Birmingham, Ala., for the Blazer Invitational on Friday (14 Jan) and the Vulcan Invitational on Saturday (15 Jan).

Both meets are being held at the at the Birmingham Crossplex and hosted by UAB.

The Tide will take on a total of 17 teams from six states. Power-5 foes include Mississippi State and Ole Miss from the Southeastern Conference and Miami and Louisville from the Atlantic Coast Conference. FIU, Alabama State, Florida A&M, Florida Atlantic, Georgia State, Grambling, Jackson State, Meridian Community College, Samford, South Alabama, Southern Miss., Tulane, and host UAB will also be competing.

Friday’s Blazer Invitational begins Friday at 10 a.m. CT with the men’s high jump and shot put and continues through the 4×400-meter relay at 5:30 p.m. CT. Running events begin at noon CT. On Saturday, Alabama opens the Vulcan Invitational at 10 a.m. CT with the 60 meters and closing the day at 4:30 p.m. CT with the 4×400-meter relays.

Spectators are allowed for both meets and must wear a mask, per UAB policy.

LIVE RESULTS | MEET SCHEDULE

Previous articleBriana Williams, Gabby Thomas clash in 60m at Millrose
Next articleAggies Set to Host Ted Nelson Invitational
blank
Anthony Foster is a renowned Jamaican sports journalist, honored twice as the Jamaica sports journalist of the year (in 2004 and 2005). His journalistic achievements are globally recognized. Notably, he authored an award-winning article on Usain Bolt, the iconic 6-time Olympic champion, 11-time World champion, and record holder for the sprint double. This significant piece was published in the Jamaica Gleaner in 2004. Anthony's extensive coverage includes prestigious events such as the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. He has also provided coverage for seven (7) World Athletics Championships held between 2007 and 2022, alongside various other international sporting events. Noteworthy mentions comprise his coverage of the 2007 World Cup of cricket and his cherished experience reporting on the 2004 clash between his favorite football team, Argentina, and the USA.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here