The Bulldogs biggest rivals are the Jacksonville State Gamecocks who play 80 miles away in Homewood, Alabama. There are always a lot of fans of both teams at the games when these two Alabama-based schools clash, and there are lots of bragging rights as well making every matchup between Jacksonville State and Samford a must-see. The Gamecocks hold a slim 23-21-3 lead in the all-time series, so come out and watch the Bulldogs try to narrow the gap.

Samford Bulldogs Tailgate Guide

Atmosphere

Tailgating is a huge part of the college football game day experience in Alabama, and it’s no different at Samford. While it may not rival what you’d find at Alabama or Auburn, Samford has an impressive tailgating scene considering the size of the school. Samford students, alumni, and fans pack The Quad on game days creating a fun tailgating experience that any college football fan will enjoy.

One of the best parts of the tailgating experience at Samford is the Bulldog Walk. The Bulldog Walk takes place two hours before kickoff and features the band, cheerleaders, and football team marching to the stadium. If you want to get into the Samford spirit, there is no better way to do so than attending the Bulldog Walk.

Additionally, make sure to check out the Bobby Bowden statue before entering the stadium. The statue honors one of the best coaches in college football history as well as a former Bulldog great.

You’ll love tailgating at Samford, so get here early and enjoy all the pregame festivities surrounding a Bulldogs game.

Traditions

Bulldog Walk

The Bulldog Walk takes place 2 hours before kickoff and is one of the best parts of tailgating at Samford. The Bulldog Walk is a great way to get into the game day spirit, and your chance to give the football team some last minute encouragement before the game. Don’t miss the Bulldog Walk as it’s a can’t-miss part of the pregame festivities.

Bobby Bowden Statue

Make sure to get a picture with the Bobby Bowden statue before the game. The legendary coach played his college ball at Samford and got his start here, so stop by and see his statue before the game.

Post-game Concert

You won’t want to miss the band’s post-game concert on the quad following the game. The concert is the perfect way to conclude a Bulldogs game day, so head to the quad after the game for the show.

Where to tailgate

The Quad

Bulldogs fans who are looking to tailgate before the game will want to set up shop on The Quad. The Quad is where you’ll find the majority of fans on game days and is home to the best tailgates Samford has to offer.

Samford Track and Field Complex Parking Lot

If you’re a fan of the visiting team and want to tailgate, then the Samford Track and Field Complex Parking Lot is the place for you. Here you’ll meet lots of visiting fans making it a great place to tailgate before the game.

Samford Bulldogs Stadium Guide

In Game

Samford is a beautiful place to watch a football game in the fall as the gorgeous campus and surrounding natural beauty provide a picturesque setting. The beautiful setting makes a trip to Samford a treat, so if you want to watch a football game on a gorgeous fall day, then you can’t beat Seibert Stadium.

In addition to the natural beauty surrounding you, you’ll also enjoy the pageantry on display at a Bulldogs game. The Samford Marching Band provides incredible in-game entertainment and will keep spirits high with their in-game music. The school’s two mascots are also a fun part of the action, and the cheer team is superb as well.

Finally, Samford is home to a fantastic fan base. The fans here love their team, and they fill the stands on Saturdays throughout the fall creating a fun in-game atmosphere.

Samford offers just about everything you could want in a college football experience, so head on down to Homewood, Alabama for a fun day of football action.

Things to check out

Samford Marching Band

The Samford Marching Band is a big part of the pageantry at a Bulldogs game, so enjoy their performances throughout the game. The band’s pregame and halftime shows are must-see events, and they also do a superb job pumping up the crowd with their in-game tunes.

Rex

Don’t miss catching a glimpse of Samford’s live mascot Rex at the game. Rex is a fun part of any Samford football game, so keep an eye out for the loveable bulldog during the game.

Spike

If you like costumed mascots, then you’ll love Spike. Spike gets into all kind of antics during the game making him a fun part of any Bulldogs football game.

Samford Cheer

Join the cheerleaders to give the Bulldogs as much of a home field advantage as possible. The cheer team does a fantastic job supporting the team making them a great part of any Bulldogs football game.

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