Volleyball Preview: Alabama Showdown/Samford

BIRMINGHAM – UAB returns to the state of Alabama for a trio of matchups against in-state competition this week. The Blazers begin the week with a Thursday night contest at Auburn at 6 p.m. before facing South Alabama at 3 p.m. on Friday. UAB concludes the weekend with a 4 p.m. match against crosstown foe Samford at the Pete Hanna Center for the Donate Life Match. UAB students will receive free admission by presenting their ONE Card at the entrance. TOURNAMENT INFO Alabama Showdown Date: Sept. 17-18 Location: Auburn, Ala. Venue: Neville Arena Tournament Central TUNE IN TO THE BLAZERS…