Why is the Florida A&M vs Alabama State game trending today?
The Florida A&M–Alabama State homecoming game was rescheduled from Saturday to Friday to avoid conflicts with the approaching Hurricane Isaias. The change also shifted the broadcast to SWAC TV.
What happened
- Earlier
Alabama State announced the homecoming game against Florida A&M would be moved to Friday, Oct. 9 at 11:05 a.m. due to the approaching hurricane [2]
- Later
Montgomery Public Schools closed Friday, Oct. 9, after many staff requested leave following the game’s rescheduling and the storm threat [1]
What you need to know
The game is part of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) schedule.
It will be played at ASU Stadium in Montgomery, Ala.
Broadcast will be on SWAC TV instead of HBCU GO.
All other homecoming events have been postponed or rescheduled.
The exact impact of Hurricane Isaias on the game’s attendance and any further schedule changes have not been confirmed.
Background
Alabama State University’s homecoming weekend includes a football game against Florida A&M, a traditional SWAC rivalry. The event was originally set for Saturday but was moved up a day as tropical storms approached the River Region, prompting both schools to avoid potential delays [2].
In response to the storm threat and the game’s shift, Montgomery Public Schools closed on Friday, Oct. 9, citing a high volume of leave requests and safety concerns, and will remain closed through Oct. 13 [1].
The rescheduling also changed the broadcast partner from HBCU GO to SWAC TV, ensuring the game can still be televised despite the weather‑related adjustments.
Questions people ask
Why was the game moved to Friday?
Alabama State moved the game to avoid disruptions from Hurricane Isaias and to ensure player and fan safety.
Where will the game be televised?
The matchup will air on SWAC TV rather than the usual HBCU GO channel.
Will other homecoming events still happen?
Most other events have been postponed or rescheduled; the Thursday concert will proceed as planned.
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