Alabama Superfan Partners with YETI for Tailgate Event

The Alabama Crimson Tide makes the trip to Austin, TX this weekend to take on the Texas Longhorns in a battle of two of college football's heavyweights.

Though Bama fans will have to travel if they hope to watch their team in person, one Crimson Tide superfan has partnered with YETI to bring Alabama to Austin.

Matt Pittman, lifelong fan of the Crimson Tide, will be serving up both Texas and Alabama style barbecue ahead of the exciting matchup on Saturday, September 10.

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Pittman owns and operates the brand, "Meat Church," which sells grilling products like seasoning blends and marinades. He has appeared on the hit show, "BBQ Pitmasters," and has competed in countless cooking competitions around the country.

The event is being held to announce the launch of YETI's new, "Roadie," 48 and 60 quart coolers, described as, "the perfect tailgate cooler." Pittman will be working behind the grill to bring both Texas style brisket and Alabama style pulled pork to fans who are in town for the game.

The event is set to start at 8 A.M. CT sharp on Saturday and will be held on Bevo Boulevard right in the heart of Austin. Make sure to stop by and get a taste of the town before heading into watch the Crimson Tide at 11 A.M CT.

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