Birmingham Stallions Exit UFL | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

The UFL has shut down the Birmingham Stallions after three championship seasons, sparking outrage from owner Roy S. Johnson over league co-owner Mike Repole’s claim he was “too big” for the UFL. Birmingham, once a cornerstone of spring football with its new stadium and passionate community, saw its relationship with the league sour as teams became less connected to the city and threats of relocation loomed. Despite the breakup, Johnson remains bullish on Birmingham’s sports potential, citing the stadium’s thriving event calendar and favorable financial terms — even without the Stallions. He…