UAB Football Players Injured in On-Campus Stabbing Incident
Two UAB football players sustained stab wounds Saturday morning in an assault that took place at the school’s Football Operations Center, according to reports from AL.com. Authorities have confirmed one suspect is in custody, and there is currently no perceived threat to the broader campus community.
“UAB Police and Public Safety is investigating an assault that took place this morning at the Football Operations Center,” the university stated in a released statement. “Injuries are believed to be non-life threatening. The suspect is in custody, and there is no threat to campus.” Both injured players were promptly transported to UAB Hospital for medical attention, where their injuries were assessed as not life-threatening.
The incident occurred just hours before the Blazers are scheduled to face off against South Florida at 3 p.m. CT on Saturday afternoon at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama. As of this publication, the university has not announced any alterations to the scheduled kickoff time in light of the morning’s events.
Details surrounding the altercation remain scarce, and the identities of the players involved have not been publicly released. Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation to determine the motive behind the attack and to gather further information regarding the circumstances that led to the stabbing.
The UAB football program, under the leadership of head coach Trent Dilworth, has been steadily gaining momentum in recent seasons. This incident casts a shadow over the team’s preparations for their Saturday afternoon contest, but university officials have emphasized that the safety and well-being of their students and staff remain their top priority. The focus now shifts to supporting the injured players and ensuring a secure environment for the entire UAB community.
