Bike Polo
Although the grass version of Bike Polo dates back to the 1890s and even competed as an Olympic Sport in the early 20th century, Hard Court Bike Polo began in the 1990s in Seattle. What started as a way for bike messengers to pass the time between runs soon morphed into a worldwide sport played on every continent except Antarctica.
Birmingham Bike Polo began in 2021 and can be found playing at Fountain Heights Community Complex every Sunday afternoon and Tuesday evenings. Using their own materials and labor, the club renovated the abandoned tennis courts and have hosted several regional tournaments, league nights, and community events. As of 2024, Athletic Alabama and Birmingham Bike Polo are partnering with the Parks and Recreation Department to build a new multi-use and multi-sport court for the Fountain Heights Community.
All ages are welcome to come play. Equipment and bikes provided.
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Tallahassee and Lexington players compete
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Sunday pick up
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Polo meets the mayor!
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Sunsets at the park
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Polo at City Walk
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Bike Polo is okay.
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Youth lessons
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321 polo!
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Testing the new lights
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Merch!
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Building the courts
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St. Louis vs Tallahassee
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Come try it out!
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Regional tournament - Nov. 5th, 2023
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Good People Brewing sponsors the Summer League!
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Birmingham Bike Polo club
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Bike polo at City Walk
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Moody Sundays
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Kids bike drive!
Tall Bike Joust
Birmingham’s Tall Bike Joust started in the early 2010s as a fun way for Redemptive Cycles to raise awareness for Birmingham’s only non-profit community bike cooperative. The event grew over the years and became the Redemptive’s most popular and anticipated event of the year, drawing hundreds of spectators and participants.
Athletic Alabama has since partnered with our friends at Redemptive Cycles to take over the crowd pleasing event! The bikes and “lances” are provided—all you have to bring is a sense of adventure and a friendly sense of competition!
More info here to participate in the next Tall Bike Joust competition!
Tall Bike Joust XII
Tall Bike Joust XII
Tall Bike Joust XII
Get your tickets here!!
Magic City Softball League
Do you miss the days of playing low-stakes sports with friends as a kid? So do we! We believe you’re never too old to enjoy the fun of playing team sports with your friends, which is why the Magic City Softball League has no age cap.
What’s better than hanging out with friends and building community through friendly competition with other teams, all while encourage the use of public park spaces. More info here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1221611205516171
