Nick Saban Releases Statement Following News of Saban Field

Nick Saban is set to be honored by the University of Alabama and Alabama football with the naming of Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium this season. The ceremony will take place on September 7th when the Crimson Tide faces the University of South Florida during Halftime.

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Nick Saban released a statement following the announcement.

"Terry and I are grateful for the naming of Saban Field, which forever celebrates our accomplishments," Saban said in a statement posted to the Nick's Kids Foundation Instagram account.

“We are humbled that The University of Alabama has honored us with the naming of Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium,” said Saban. “The remarkable success that the football program has achieved over the past 17 years is a reflection of the hard work of many student-athletes, coaches and staff. Being leader of the process at Alabama has been the greatest privilege of my life."

The dedication of Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium will take place on Saturday, September 7 at halftime of the Crimson Tide’s football game versus South Florida.