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Fountain City ClassicWednesday, November 4

Albany State and Fort Valley State meet Saturday in the 36th Fountain City Classic

The Today in Columbus teamFrom Wednesday’s edition · 1 min read · 3 sources

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If you like HBCU football, circle Saturday. Albany State and Fort Valley State play at , with kickoff set for 2 p.m. The rivalry's history dates back to 1945, according to the .

36thplaying of the Fountain City Classic

The rivalry's history dates back to 1945, according to the .

Sources: WRBL, WTVM.com

“It provides for not just a game but a great gathering.”

Calvin Smyre, Fountain City Classic chairman

Smyre told WRBL the neutral site lets the Columbus area get involved. At a media luncheon in Columbus, emcee D.J. Jones said the game gives the community a chance to learn more about historically Black college football. Heading out? Ticket details are below.

  • Adult tickets: $20 plus fees
  • Student tickets: $12 plus fees
  • Will Call: opens at 11 a.m. on game day
  • Advance pickup: ASU Athletics Office, West Campus, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fountain City Classic events run through Saturday's kickoff

  1. Nov. 5Cufflinks and Pearls runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  2. Nov. 7The Parade starts at 9 a.m.
  3. Nov. 7Albany State and Fort Valley State kick off at 2 p.m. at .

Sources: WRBL, WTVM.com

Sources: WRBL, WTVM.com, Columbus events calendar

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