Ladd-Peebles Stadium

05/29/2026

📢 MOBILE & SURROUNDING AREAS — GET READY! 🙌🏾🎶

We are excited to announce the headliner for the Gulf Coast Challenge Gospel Xplosion Concert…

🎤 FRED HAMMOND LIVE IN CONCERT! 🎤

Join us on Thursday, October 1st right outside Ladd Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, for an unforgettable evening of praise, worship, and inspiration!

🎟️ Concert Tickets: $55

🔥 OR get even more value with a $35 Game Day Ticket, which includes:
✅ Admission to the Fred Hammond Gospel Xplosion Concert
✅ Admission to the Friday Night Concert (Artist Announcement Coming Soon!)

Now that’s a DEAL!

Bring the kids 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, bring the family ❤️, grab your lawn chairs 🪑, and come experience a powerful night of music, fellowship, and celebration.

This exciting concert kicks off the Ultimate HBCU Weekend as Alabama A&M takes on Jackson State! 🏈🔥

Stay tuned for more details at www.mobilegulfcoastchallenge.com

05/22/2026

🏈✨ IT’S MORE THAN A GAME… IT’S AN EXPERIENCE ✨🏈

🚨Media Day - Tuesday, June 23rd

The Gulf Coast Challenge returns to Ladd-Peebles Stadium as Jackson State University faces off against Alabama A&M University 🔥

🎤 Kick things off with Media Day — where the teams, coaches, and community come together for an exclusive first look at the BIG matchup!

📸 Interviews
🎥 Behind-the-scenes access
🙌 Fans, alumni & community vibes

This is where the energy starts building… and you don’t want to miss it.

04/14/2026

Are you ready for the ultimate tailgate concert experience? This year we are partnering with American Entertainment Group to bring you an unforgettable night of music, energy, and pure Southern vibes! 🎶🔥

Legendary artists and rising stars will come together for a celebration you do NOT want to miss!

🎤 Featuring live performances by:
Big Pokey, Cupid, 69 Boyz, Urban Mystic, Nathaniel Kimble, Fat Daddy, Kai, Ida Lee, David J, and more!

This isn’t just a concert… it’s a whole tailgate experience 💯
Grab your lawn chairs, pull up with your crew, and bring those good vibes—because this is where music meets culture and memories are made!

Get your tickets now!

🎟️ https://www.mobileportcityclassic.com/events/

04/06/2026

📅 SAVE THE DATE: October 1–3, 2026

The Gulf Coast Challenge returns to Mobile for an unforgettable weekend celebrating the pride, culture, and tradition of HBCUs!

🏈 Jackson State University vs. Alabama A&M University
📍 Ladd-Peebles Stadium – Mobile, Alabama
🕓 Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 4:00 PM

This isn’t just a football game — it’s three days of the ultimate HBCU experience featuring concerts, community events, leadership gatherings, and opportunities for students.

Mark your calendars now and get ready for one of the biggest HBCU events on the Gulf Coast!

🎟 Tickets and full event details available July 1.

04/01/2026

Great Job Mobile Sports Authority we are ready!!

🚨Big News🚨

The Port City will be hosting the Iron Bowl in 2028. 👀🏈 Check comments for details! Mobile Sports Authority

03/24/2026

Murphy High School 2026 Football Schedule.
All home games will be played at Ladd-Peebles Stadium.

02/10/2026

History at Ladd Stadium. The first official middle school soccer game was held today. Hankins Middle vs Barton Academy Middle School.

11/30/2025

Congratulations to Vigor High School/Official

11/28/2025

Game on! Williamson and Vigor square off tonight at 7 p.m. in an AHSAA 5A state semifinal showdown at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Get your tickets at GoFan.co. And good luck to both teams!

11/25/2025

The Vigor Wolves and the Williamson Lions, two MCPSS teams, will face off in a much-anticipated rematch at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Friday, November 28. Kick off will be at 7 p.m.
• Gates for the Vigor v. Williamson game will open at 5 p.m.
• Williamson is the home team and will occupy the west side (press box side) of Ladd-Peebles Stadium.
• Every fan must purchase a ticket to attend. MCPSS recommends that fans purchase tickets in advance on GoFan.co. Tickets are $14. Children under the age of 6 are free. There will be a cash-only option to purchase tickets at the gate.
• Parking will cost $10 per vehicle, cash-only. The parking lot will open at 4 p.m.
• There will be no tailgating.
MCPSS will implement its regular Game Day Safety Procedures.
• Only clear bags will be allowed at Ladd-Peebles Stadium, and all bags are subject to search upon entry.
• All fans will walk through a metal detector at the gate. Williamson fans should enter gate 2 West or 3 West. Vigor fans should enter gate 2 East or 3 East. There will be no crossing over to the other team’s side.
• Prohibited items include the following: outside food or beverages; umbrellas; fog horns or any other loud noisemakers; drones; lasers; alcoholic beverages or any type of weapon.
• MCPSS reserves the right to deny entry and/or to remove anyone. There will be no re-entry once a fan leaves the stadium.
• We strongly recommend that all students/minors be accompanied by adults when attending the game.
• Only media with official AHSAA playoff credentials will be allowed.

Congratulations to the Vigor Wolves and the Williamson Lions on making the AHSAA football semifinals! The winner will play for the AHSAA State Championship game in
Birmingham on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 7pm.

Let’s fill Ladd-Peebles Stadium with pride, sportsmanship, and the kind of energy only Mobile can bring.

Go Wolfpack!
Go Lions!