University of Alabama encouraging students to social distance during national championship

by: Jordan Highsmith

Posted: Jan 11, 2021 / 02:51 PM CST / Updated: Jan 11, 2021 / 02:59 PM CST

Students wander among heavy car traffic on The Strip, the University of Alabama’s bar scene Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. More than 20,000 students returned to campus for the first time since spring break with numerous school and city codes in effect to limit the spread of COVID-19. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — The University of Alabama is using some humor to encourage its campus community and fans to be safe while cheering on the Crimson Tide in Monday night’s national championship game.

Encouraging fans to “follow the process,” a theme touted by legendary Tide Coach Nick Saban, the University pushed out a video that encourages fans to watch responsibly by using safe plays like the “z” (for zoom) and “prevent the spread” formations.

#UA community: as you cheer on the Tide tonight, do so responsibly, respectfully + safely. Make smart decisions before, during and after the game to protect yourself + others ↓
Wear your mask😷
Avoid large gatherings🚶‍♂️
Keep a 6-foot distance from others 🐾 🐾 🐾#RollTide pic.twitter.com/UzwKgE6atQ
— The Univ. of Alabama (@UofAlabama) January 11, 2021

Whether cheering on the team live in Miami, in Tuscaloosa or elsewhere, please remember:
– Wear your mask.
– Avoid parties or any large gatherings and stay 6 feet away from others.

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— The Univ. of Alabama (@UofAlabama) January 11, 2021

The University is also sending its students, faculty and staff multiple messages reminding them to be safe and responsible. And, the UA Police Department is partnering with other local law enforcement agencies to help address any crowd issues on and around the campus.