Join the New Orleans Alabama Almuni Chapter
as we kick off this season with a Bama BBQ Bash on September 5th
at The Rusty Nail, home of the chapter’s game viewing events.
Festivities start at 3pm leading up to the kickoff of Bama vs Va Tech at 7pm!
Bama BBQ Bash Wednesday, Aug 19 2009
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Crescent City SEC Kickoff Party Wednesday, Jul 22 2009
Chapter Events alabama, new orleans, alabama football, sec football, nick saban, crimson tide, Football, louisiana, roll tide, sec 7:02 pm
Crescent City SEC Kickoff Party at The Republic!
When: Friday, August 28, 2009, 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Republic is located at 828 S Peters Street in the CBD
What: Come join fellow Alabama and other SEC Alumni at The 9th Annual Crescent City SEC Kickoff Party!
Entertainment will be provided by Band Camp and a portion of the proceeds will go to the New Orleans Sports4Kids Foundation. The event includes food, music, drink specials, and a raffle with door prizes.
Come out and support the Alabama Alumni Chapter! Even if you are not a member of the chapter or UA Alumni you are still more than welcome to come and join in the fun!
Cost: $20.00 in advance (Click HERE to buy tickets) or $25.00 at the door
We need a strong contention of Alabama fans so be sure to wear Crimson and be loud!
New Orleans Named Chapter Of The Year Tuesday, Apr 21 2009
Chapter Events a-day, alabama, alabama alumni, alumni, award, new orleans 10:03 pm
Congratulations to the New Orleans Chapter of the Alabama Alumni Association for being named the 2008-2009 out of state chapter of the year. The chapter was presented a plaque and patch for the chapter banner. The presentation was made during A-Day weekend at the annual meeting of all alumni chapters. The award was also noted during the alumni luncheon. Congratulations to everyone who has contributed since the reforming of the chapter- whether it be serving as an officer, volunteering at the golf tournament, or simply attending chapter events. The chapter is only getting larger and better with every event. Congratulations and Roll Tide!
A-Day Spring Game on ESPN Monday, Mar 16 2009
Chapter Events and Football A-day game, alabama, Football, nick saban, spring practice, tuscaloosa 8:29 pm
The University of Alabama’s annual A-Day Game will be televised live to a national audience by ESPN on Saturday, April 18. A-Day is the 15th and final practice of the spring with kickoff from Bryant-Denny Stadium scheduled for 2:00 p.m. (CDT). Admission will once again be free to the public.
The Rusty Nail will be hosting an A-Day game watching party for those of you not making the trip to Tuscaloosa. The event will feature the A-Day game on the numerous TV’s and projector and all you can eat boiled crawfish for only $10! The party will begin at noon on April 18th.
Touchdown Club Honors Gene Stallings Tuesday, Feb 17 2009
Chapter Events alabama, new orleans, alabama football, crimson tide, louisiana, roll tide, gene stallings, touchdown club, saints, national champions 5:35 pm
The New Orleans Chapter of The University of Alabama Alumni Association congratulates Coach Gene Stallings for receiving the Collegiate Award from the Touchdown Club of New Orleans. The award recognizes outstanding contribution to the game of football. Coach Stallings will be presented the award at the annual awards banquet, hosted by former New Orleans Saints quarterback Bobby Hebert. All proceeds from the event go towards the Ray Hester Leukemia Research Fund at Ochsner Foundation.
What: Annual Touchdown Club of New Orleans Awards Banquet. Event includes cocktails and dinner
When: Saturday, March 21, 2009. 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: The Windsor Court Hotel, 4th Floor Gallery
Price: $100 per person or click the link below for information about becoming a sponsor
Reservations: Contact Terri Lowe at (504) 460-8128 or M. J. Axinn at (504) 914-6242
Click HERE for more details and information about the event
Recruiting Analyst Tim Watts Monday, Jan 5 2009
Chapter Events alabama, alabama football, bamaonline, college football, crimson tide, Football, high school football, national signing day, nsd, recruiting, roll tide, sec 6:17 pm
What: Come join fellow Alabama Alumni and friends as we welcome back BamaOnLine.com and Rivals.com Senior Recruiting Analyst Tim Watts
When: Thursday, February 5, 2009, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Rusty Nail (1100 Constance Street)
Price: $25, non chapter members; $20, chapter members; $10 Children under 12
In his first 2009 speaking engagement after National Signing Day, Tim will analyze Alabama Coach Nick Saban’s second full football recruiting class, future recruiting classes, and Alabama basketball recruiting. The presentation will include clips and highlights from all incoming players and a question and answer session.
Tim Watts is Managing Director and Senior Recruiting Analyst at BamaOnLine.com (“BOL”). BOL is an integral part of the Rivals.com sports network. Tim oversees the day-to-day management of BamaOnLine.com along with working as the publication’s senior football and basketball recruiting editor.
There will be secure parking provided underneath the overpass. Price includes admission and hors d’oeuvres. Two drink tickets for members and a cash bar as well. Reservations are necessary; space is limited. Please RSVP to Sevanne Steiner at zzaz@aol.com.
Sugar Bowl Events Wednesday, Dec 10 2008
Chapter Events alabama, alabama football, bama, blues traveler, crimson tide, Football, french quarter, louisiana, new orleans, new year, new year's eve, river boat, roll tide, sec, sec football, southeastern conference, sugar bowl, superdome, utah, vieux carre 9:44 pm
Congratulations to the Alabama Crimson Tide on their record 13th appearance in the New Orleans Sugar Bowl. It’s only fitting that Alabama play in the 75th anniversary considering that five of Alabama’s twelve National Championship seasons ended with a trip to the Sugar Bowl.
This section of the web site will be updated periodically with events and information for Alabama fans coming to New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl. Please feel free to contact the New Orleans Alumni Chapter if you have any questions or comments about the local events.
December 30, 2008: 40th Annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sugar Bowl Breakfast with featured speaker Anthony McFarland. The Breakfast is from 7:30am-9:00am in the Grand Ballroom of the Riverside Hilton.
Click here for the registration forms and details
December 31, 2008: Sugar Bowl Fan Fest will be in the Jax Brewery parking lot located at 600 Decatur Street in the French Quarter from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Utah will be having their pep rally on site at 3:00pm.
December 31, 2008: Join Coach Nick Saban for the Nick Saban Show live at 6:00pm from the Armstrong Ballroom (Eighth Floor) at the Sheraton New Orleans at 500 Canal Street. Drinks and food will be available for purchase. From 6:00 to 7:00, Tom Roberts, Barry Kraus, and Tyler Watts will host the show – with surprise guests. At 7:00 pm, Coach Saban will join the crew for a full hour.
December 31, 2008: Head to the French Quarter to watch the giant fleur de lis drop from on top of Jax Brewery at midnight, followed by fireworks over the Mississippi River!
Click here for a list of events for New Year’s Eve
January 1, 2009: Sugar Bowl Fan Fest will be in the Jax Brewery parking lot located at 600 Decatur Street in the French Quarter from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Alabama will be having their pep rally on site at 2:30pm. The band Blues Traveler will be performing free of charge in the same area from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
January 1, 2009: The National Alumni Association presents a Riverboat tailgate party and pep-rally on the Creole Queen Riverboat. The three hour event includes a buffet dinner, open bar, music, and an evening on the Mississippi River. Big Al and the Alabama cheerleaders will also be on board. The boat will also have TV’s so you can enjoy the evening without missing any of the other bowl games.
Tickets are $40 for adults and $35 for ages 5 to 20. The boat boards from the Riverwalk/Canal Street dock at 6:00pm and will be on the river from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Click here for the event flyer and more details
January 2, 2009: Sugar Bowl Legends Luncheon featuring eight former Alabama players and coaches. Scheduled to speak at the luncheon are Archie Manning (on behalf of the returning players), Frank Broyles (on behalf of the coaches) and former SEC Commissioner Roy Kramer, the keynote speaker. The luncheon begins at 11:30am and will be in the Grand Ballroom of the Riverside Hilton.
Click here for registration details and a complete list of players and coaches scheduled to attend
January 2, 2009: Pre-game block party at the Rusty Nail (1100 Constance Street). Party starts an 12:00pm and continues all afternoon and night. They will also have the game playing on every TV for those that don’t have tickets.
Click here for a map to the party or Click here for a flyer for the party
January 2, 2009: The Sugar Bowl Fan Jam will be at the Superdome from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. The event will be on the Gate C bridge and is free to the public. Fan Jam features a live show by The Alley Cats, food, interactive games and entertainment, including appearances by both schools’ bands and cheerleading squads.
January 2, 2009: Alabama vs. Utah at the Louisiana Superdome. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00pm. The game will be televised by Fox Sports.
Alabama Alumni Night at the Hive Tuesday, Dec 9 2008
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2nd Annual Zydeco Crimson Holiday Party Tuesday, Nov 11 2008
Chapter Events alabama, alumni, bama, bowling, holiday, louisiana, new orleans, zydeco 3:23 am
When: Thursday, December 11, 2008, 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Mid City Lanes Rock n’ Bowl is located at 4133 S. Carrollton Avenue
What: Come join fellow Alabama Alumni and friends at the 2nd Annual Zydeco Crimson Holiday Party!
The event includes live zydeco music, door prizes, an open bar with beer and wine, food, soft drinks, and all the bowling you can handle.
Come out and support the Alabama Alumni chapter during the Holiday Season and have a great time doing it! Roll Tide and Happy Holidays!
Cost: $30 for non alumni chapter members or $25 for members
12.11.08 Update: Thanks to everyone who came out for the annual Rock n’ Bowl party! The chapter was successful in raising money for the scholarship fund and everyone had a great time. Hope to see everyone again next year. Below are a few pictures from the party. Thanks again and Roll Tide!
Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament Friday, Oct 3 2008
Chapter Events alabama, golf, louisiana, lsu, new orleans, saban 9:25 pm
What: 3rd Bi-Annual Alabama Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament
When: Friday, November 7, 2008- 12:30pm Shotgun Start, rain or shine
Where: Pelican Point Golf Club, Gonzales Louisiana
Course info: www.golfthepoint.com
Price: Foursome, $500 ($125 per person)
Corporate Sponsorship: $2,500
Hole Sponsor: $100 (1) or $175 (2)
Entry fee includes the following: green fee, cart fee, tee gifts, soft drinks, and a New Orleans style lunch furnished by Gary Granata with PerformWell
