Hurricane Isaias: Georgia-Alabama gameday schedule released

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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 28: Alabama Crimson Tide mascot Big Al and Georgia Bulldogs mascot UGA XI look on during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox

Saturday night’s game between No. 2 Georgia and No. 6 Alabama appears to be going on as scheduled.

The University of Alabama has been monitoring the Hurricane Isaias forecast as the storm moves closer to making landfall along the Gulf coast late Friday night.

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Alabama athletics announced Thursday that tailgating will not be permitted on campus before noon. On Friday, the department shared a timeline for gameday in Tuscaloosa.

The schedule includes the planned 7:30 p.m.ET/6:30 p.m. CT kickoff for the SEC on ABC primetime game on Channel 2.

Alabama also released details on how the screening process will go with President Donald Trump set to attend the game.

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Parking, shuttles delayed

Campus parking lots and shuttle services are currently scheduled to open at noon central time Saturday.

Fans attempting to park on campus before then will be turned away until the lots officially open.

Shuttle buses will begin operating once parking lots open, although sustained winds could cause additional delays.

Fans with parking passes purchased through Clutch! will receive updates directly if conditions change.

Pregame events canceled

Several pregame activities have also been canceled because of the weather.

Those include:

  • All activities on and around the Quad
  • Champions Lane activities
  • The public announcement of the successful conclusion of the Rising Tide 2.0 capital campaign, which had been scheduled for Friday night at Gorgas Library

The Elephant Stomp is also not currently planned.

ESPN College GameDay moving inside

ESPN’s College GameDay will also look different Saturday because of the weather.

The program will be held inside Coleman Coliseum. The north and east doors will open at 5:30 a.m., while fans can begin lining up at 5:15 a.m.

Overnight queuing and camping outside Coleman Coliseum will not be permitted because of the anticipated weather.

Only clear bags will be allowed inside Coleman Coliseum and will be inspected upon entry.

The field goal kick will also take place inside Coleman.

The university said it is continuing to monitor conditions and could make additional changes if necessary. Fans are encouraged to stay alert to weather updates and make responsible decisions about travel and shelter.

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