Tag: Birmingham

Birmingham has been chosen to host the 2027 Invictus Games, a prestigious event where injured military personnel and veterans from around the world compete in various sports. This decision comes after Birmingham beat out...

Rickwood Field is a special place in Birmingham that allows people to escape from reality. The field's original concrete wall, added in 1928, captivated visitors and made them stop and think. The outfield dimensions,...

As Ajay Stone walked around the historic Rickwood Field, he was surrounded by tributes honoring Willie Mays and other Negro Leaguers. Stone held a cherished memory close to his heart - a photo from...

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama - The atmosphere at Rickwood Field was filled with emotion and silence as the crowd paid tribute to the legendary Willie Mays. Despite Mays' passing at the age of 93, his presence...

Returning to Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama brought up a mix of emotions for Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson. On a significant night, just before the Giants and Cardinals faced off in MLB's...

Willie Mays, a legendary baseball player, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire players like Mike Yastrzemski of the San Francisco Giants. Yastrzemski had the privilege of interacting with Mays...

Rickwood Field is a historic stadium with a magical history that sets it apart from other baseball venues. This stadium has seen legends like Derek Jeter and David Ortiz grace its field, making it...

Major League Baseball is making its debut at Alabama's Rickwood Field this week, but the history of this iconic ballpark runs deep. Legends like Willie Mays and Satchel Paige have graced the field, alongside...

Tim Anderson, a former member of the Birmingham Barons, reminisces about playing in the 20th Annual Rickwood Classic Game back in 2015. Despite the lack of fanfare and marketing around the event, Anderson recognized...

British tennis player Katie Boulter had to retire from her match against Anhelina Kalinina at the Birmingham Classic due to illness. Boulter, who had recently won the Nottingham Open, decided that she was not...