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Birmingham Stallions Fold After 5 Seasons | Huntsville News
Birmingham’s beloved Stallions, a spring football powerhouse with five seasons under their belt, are officially folding — a shocking blow to the city’s sports scene. The UFL cited Birmingham’s massive 47,000-seat Protective Stadium as the culprit, calling it too big for their business model compared to the league’s average 21,000-seat venues. Local leaders are furious, calling the decision a betrayal after investing heavily and covering stadium costs — even as ticket sales grew. One league co-owner had openly pushed for smaller, more intimate venues, but alternatives fell through. Though the…
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