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Alabama
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C.M. Newton Classic presented by TriGreen Equipment logo
University of Illinois athletics logo
Illinois
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Alabama
Crimson Tide
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11.20.24
8:00 PM CST
Legacy Arena at the BJCC
11.20.24 at 8:00 PM CST
Legacy Arena at the BJCC
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Halftime
Tractor Race

Enter to have your child compete in our TriGreen Equipment halftime tractor race! During halftime, four children will pedal a tractor on court, the fastest pedaler wins! The winner of the race will get to keep the pedal tractor and receive a STIHL blower for both your child and you! The four selected will receive four tickets to watch all the action! Children 5-7 are eligible to be selected.

Learn more and enter your child today!

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The Legacy Builder campaign focuses on highlighting nonprofits in the Birmingham area who are building a legacy focused on diversity and inclusion initiatives, just as C.M. Newton did. Anyone can nominate a Birmingham-area nonprofit for their work in diversity and inclusion as a part of the Legacy Builder campaign.

The Legacy Builder organizations will receive a $2,500 donation as well a professional produced video spot that will be shared during the C.M. Newton Classic.

The 2024 Legacy Builder campaign application is closed. Congratulations to our winners!

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2023 Legacy Builder winners being honored at halftime. Left to right: ASF Alabama, Diane’s Heart, Momentum Leaders, Better Basics.
2024 Winners

Thank You to our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
TriGreen Equipment logo
Supporting Sponsors
Alabama Power logoCity of Birmingham logo
Contributing Sponsors
Andrews Sports Medicine logoLegacy Credit Union logoMedical Properties Trust logo