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Protective Stadium, situated on the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex campus in the Uptown Entertainment District, serves as a premier destination for sports and live entertainment. Hosting teams such as the UAB Blazers Football, Birmingham Legion FC, and Birmingham Stallions, as well as the JLab Birmingham Bowl, the stadium offers modern facilities and an unforgettable experience for fans and visitors alike. With convenient interstate access and dining options just steps away, Protective Stadium is a vibrant hub for the Birmingham community. It continuously showcases a diverse lineup of events, making it a central fixture in the local sports and entertainment landscape. Generated from the website

Mary Bowers Field is the dedicated home stadium for the UAB Blazers softball team, opened on February 23, 2010, and named in honor of Mary and Keith A. Bowers on March 1, 2016. This state-of-the-art facility, designed to enhance the athletic experience, features a scoreboard with video capabilities, expanded seating, and modern dugouts, providing a fitting tribute to Mary Bowers' legacy. Under the leadership of head coach Marla Townsend, UAB's softball program has thrived, earning a spot in the NCAA tournament in five of the last eight seasons. The field has also hosted significant events, including the Conference USA Softball Championship, further solidifying its reputation as a premier venue for collegiate softball in Birmingham. Generated from the website