Alabama State University Reschedules Homecoming Game Amidst Hurricane Isaias Threat
Alabama State University has rescheduled its homecoming football game against Florida A&M to Friday, October 9th, at 11:05 a.m. in Montgomery. The change is a precautionary measure due to Hurricane Isaias approaching the Gulf Coast and anticipated severe weather, leading…
Montgomery Selma, AL, October 8, 2026 —
Alabama State University (ASU) has announced a schedule change for its highly anticipated homecoming football game against Florida A&M (FAMU).
The game, a key event in ASU’s homecoming festivities, has been moved to Friday, October 9th, with a new kickoff time set for 11:05 a.m. The match will still take place in Montgomery.
This rescheduling is a precautionary measure implemented in response to the approaching Hurricane Isaias and the expectation of severe weather along the Gulf Coast. University officials stated that the decision was made to ensure the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visiting guests.
In addition to the football game, other homecoming events are also subject to adjustments due to the weather concerns. Specific details regarding changes to these other events were not provided.
The original date for the football game was not specified in the announcement. The university is monitoring the path and potential impact of Hurricane Isaias to make further decisions regarding any necessary adjustments to campus operations or remaining events as the situation evolves.
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