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Albany State takes the Fountain City Classic at A.J. McClung Stadium

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Albany State owns Fountain City bragging rights. The Golden Rams rolled past Fort Valley State in Columbus.

Law enforcement counted about 35,000 to 40,000 fans, Executive Director Robbie Branscomb said, and attendance was about the same as in previous years. The AJC reported more than 21,000.

Two reports put the Fountain City Classic crowd far apart

Sources: WTVM.com, ajc

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Law enforcement, high40,000
Law enforcement, low35,000
AJC, more than21,000

Branscomb said both schools met their financial goals, and officials expect a $2.5 million economic impact. If you want to relive it, the Albany Herald posted more than 300 photos by Reginald Christian.

$2.5 millionexpected economic impact of the Fountain City Classic

Officials expect that impact, and Branscomb said both schools met their financial goals.

Source: WTVM.com

  • Score: Albany State 49, Fort Valley State 0
  • Scholarships raised: $10,000 from the Chairman's Reception and golf classic

Sources: WTVM.com, ajc, Albany Herald

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