Relive UAB Football’s first night under the Protective Stadium lights in these photos from UAB photographers — and check out a recap video featuring the sights and sounds of this new era for the Blazers.
The field at Protective Stadium is decorated with UAB Athletics logos. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The exterior of Protective Stadium. ANDREA MABRY / University Relations
The UAB Football locker room, complete with player graphics on the walls. ANDREA MABRY / University Relations
A mural on Protective Stadium’s exterior featuring Birmingham icons. LEXI COON / University Relations
Fans grilled up wings at tailgates outside the stadium. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The UAB Blazerettes struck a pose. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The student section was packed and ready to cheer on the Blazers. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The UAB Cheerleading squad led the crowd in encouraging players on the field. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The UAB Football team rushed the field. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
Blazer players broke through a smokescreen onto the field. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
The Marching Blazers kept the crowd on beat throughout the game. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
Blaze was a hype man on the sidelines. STEVE WOOD / University Relations
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