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If you renew by June 7th:

• 35% off UFLShop.com

• Exclusive party with select league and football personnel during the 2027 season

• Entry to win a “Aviators Player For A Day” experience

• Entry to win “Aviators Pregame Field Access Passes” to a home game during the 2027 regular season

If you renew by September 15th:

• Entry to win a “Aviators Player For A Day” experience

• Entry to win “Aviators Pregame Field Access Passes” to a home game during the 2027 regular season

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>Columbus, OH (May 19, 2026) – The Columbus Aviators announced today a pair of ticket initiatives for this Saturday’s “Hats Off to Heroes” game against the Birmingham Stallions at Historic Crew Stadium, designed to provide access and support for military members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

>In partnership with GovX, eligible active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and law enforcement personnel can access exclusive discounted tickets for the Week 9 matchup. Fans can visit UFLAviators.com/tickets for more information and ticket access.

>The Aviators are also working with Vet Tix to provide complimentary tickets to military members, veterans, and their immediate families on a limited, first-come, first-served basis as part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to serving those who have served.

>In addition, sponsors and Columbus Aviators season ticket members have the opportunity to donate tickets to the Vet Tix program to help expand access for local military families and veterans throughout the community.

>More information on all Columbus Aviators ticketing options including suites and group sales can be found at UFLAviators.com/tickets.

>The first 5,000 fans through the gates will receive a Hats Off to Heroes Columbus Aviators hat. Saturday’s matchup marks the conclusion of the back-to-back series between Columbus and Birmingham. Kickoff is set for noon 3 pm ET at Historic Crew Stadium, with national coverage on ABC.

FYI, typo in press release. Kickoff is 3 pm ET, not noon.

Direct link for the promo deal here.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

>Game day is almost here, and it's Hats off to Heroes presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union. All game long, we're honoring the people who show up for our community every day - active military, veterans, first responders, healthcare workers and so many more! This Saturday belongs to them and to you.

>Before you step inside Historic Crew Stadium, here's everything you need to know before you go:

>1:00PM - PARKING LOTS OPEN

>Parking lots open 4 hours before kickoff.

>1:30PM - FAN FEST & GATES OPENS

>All fans enter through Gate 4 only. Follow signage from the parking lots. First 5,000 fans through the score a FREE Aviators hat. Once inside, the party kicks off at Fan Fest on the plaza! Enjoy photo ops, inflatables and activities for all ages. Plus enjoy $5 12oz Bud Light Draft from 1:30-3:00PM on the plaza.

>3:00PM - KICKOFF

>Get loud, get on your feet and welcome back your Columbus Aviators to the field!

>A few more things:

>GENERAL PARKING will be available for $20 per space utilized in lots south of Historic Crew Stadium located on E 17th Avenue. Parking will open 4 hours prior to kickoff.

>TAILGATING is permitted however there is not access to restrooms on Ohio Expo Center grounds.

>SECURITY screening will be in place at stadium gates. Bags may not be larger than 5x8x1 and must be searched prior to entry.

>WRISTBANDS If you're in Section 112 or purchased Upper 90 Lounge access, pick up your wristband at the Upper 90 Lounge entrance located on the second level of Historic Crew Stadium on the Southeast corner of the stadium.

>Most concessions will remain open through the end of the game. Alcohol sales conclude at the end of the 3rd quarter.

>United We Fly!

If you can't make it out, the game will be broadcast on ABC and streamed on the ESPN app (Unlimited).

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The Columbus Aviators drop to 2-6 on the season.

Columbus is still alive thanks to Louisville beating DC yesterday, but needs to win out to stay alive from here.

Columbus Aviators postgame press conference here

Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions, Week 8 Highlights

Columbus Aviators vs Birmingham Stallions Week 8 Game Book - Individual & Team Statistics

GAME COMPARISON:

Team	CLB	BHM
Total Yds	188	144
Pass Yds	150	126
Rush Yds	61	49
Penalties	3	3
1st Downs	12	11
3rd Downs	5 - 16	2 - 8
4th Downs	1 - 3	0 - 0
Total Plays	61	42
Red Zone	0 - 1	0 - 1
Time of Poss	34:30	25:39
Turnovers	2	1
Fumbles-Lost	1 - 0	1 - 0
Sacks (Yds)	2.0 - 31	5.0 - 23
TFL (Yds)	4.0 (34)	10.0 (32)
Alt. Kickoffs	0 - 0	0 - 0

SCORING SUMMARY:

Team	Qtr	Clock	Play	Score
CLB	2	9:00	J.Dalmas 48 yard field goal attempt is good, Center-P.Bunch, Holder-B.Robbins.	3-0
BHM	3	6:44	D.Thompson-Robinson pass deep left complete [W.Palmore]. Catch made by J.Thomas for 29 yards. TOUCHDOWN.	3-6
BHM	3	6:35	A.Carlson extra point is good.	3-7
BHM	4	8:30	J.Dalmas 55 yard field goal attempt is blocked, Center-P.Bunch, Holder-B.Robbins. S.Gilmore blocked the kick. S.Gilmore recovered the blocked kick. TOUCHDOWN.	3-13
BHM	4	8:18	A.Carlson extra point is good.	3-14

GAME LEADERS:

Team Leaders	Birmingham Stallions	Columbus Aviators
PASS	Dorian Thompson-Robinson 126 YDS, 1 INT, 1 TD	Jalan McClendon 150 YDS, 2 INT
RUSH	Tyrion Davis-Price 8 ATT, 21 YDS	Jalan McClendon 4 ATT, 18 YDS
REC	Jaydon Mickens 2 REC, 33 YDS	Tay Martin 3 REC, 33 YDS

Full week 8 QB comparison:

Team	Name	Att/Com	Com %	Yards	TDs	INTs	Passer Rating	Rush Att	Rush Yards	Other
Orlando Storm	Jack Plummer	24/36	66.7%	238	0	0	85.2	4	70	2 rush TDs
Dallas Renegades	Austin Reed	12/23	52.2%	134	3	1	91.3	6	27
Houston Gamblers	Hunter Dekkers	15/22	68.2%	155	2	1	99.6	4	15
Birmingham Stallions	Dorian Thompson-Robinson	12/20	60%	126	1	1	74.2	5	7
Louisville Kings	Chandler Rogers	11/20	55%	143	1	1	73.5	6	24
St. Louis Battlehawks	Luis Perez	26/47	55.3%	308	1	2	64.8	1	0
Columbus Aviators	Jalan McClendon	20/31	64.5%	150	0	2	49.1	4	18
DC Defenders	Jordan Ta'amu	2/4	50%	62	1	2	95.8	2	13
DC Defenders	Spencer Sanders	7/15	46.7%	83	0	1	36.3	5	27
Houston Gamblers	John Rhys Plumlee	2/3	66.7%	-3	0	0	70.1

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Watch parties at Combustion Brewery in Clintonville and DraftKings Sports & Social in the Hub.

If you can't make it out to a watch party, the game will be broadcast on FOX and streamed on the FOX Sports app.

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>##Termination Via Waiver System:

>Columbus

>* S, Leon O'Neal Jr. >* DT, Perrion Winfrey

>##Free Agent Signing:

>Birmingham

>* T, Brian Dooley

>Columbus

>* K, Jonah Dalmas

>##Moved to Reserve/Injured:

>Orlando

>* ILB, Tavante Beckett

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>##Termination Via Waiver System:

>Columbus

>* K, Ryan Coe

>##Free Agent Signing:

>Orlando

>* ILB, Kana’i Mauga

>##Moved to Reserve/Injured:

>Dallas

>* WR, Deontay Burnett

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Disappointing outcome. He was great for Houston the last couple seasons. Wish him the best.

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