Kalen DeBoer, Alex Golesh to speak in Mobile on June 16

# **THE PORT CITY POWER MOVE: Kalen DeBoer and Alex Golesh Headline the Summer’s Most Elite Football Summit** **MOBILE, AL** — If you thought the Gulf Coast heat was the only thing rising this June, think again. The gridiron discourse is about to reach a fever pitch as the 33rd annual **First Light Community Football Preview Dinner** prepares to turn the Mitchell Center into the epicenter of the college football universe on June 16. In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the coaching ranks, USF mastermind **Alex Golesh** has officially been added to a lineup that was already dripping with "main character" energy. Golesh, known for his high-octane offensive philosophy, is set to join a panel that is, quite frankly, a certified flex for football junkies. ### **THE HEAVY HITTERS** This isn’t just your standard rubber-chicken circuit dinner. We’re talking about a stage featuring: * **Kalen DeBoer:** The man currently holding the keys to the Alabama Crimson Tide empire. * **Major Applewhite:** South Alabama’s tactical wizard looking to protect the home turf. * **Ivan Maisel:** The undisputed GOAT of sports storytelling and legendary author. * **Phil Savage:** The former Senior Bowl guru and NFL scout who sees the game in 4D. The vibes are immaculate, but the stakes are higher. This preview dinner shares the spotlight with the **Mobile Sports Hall of Fame’s 2026 Induction Banquet**. Doors swing open at 6:00 p.m., with the main event kicking off at 6:30 p.m. sharp. ### **LEGENDS ONLY** According to the deep dive over at **205focus.com**, the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 is absolutely stacked with local icons who redefined their respective games. We’re talking about: * **Joe Niland** (The blueprint for coaching and AD excellence) * **Derrick Coleman** (The hardwood powerhouse) * **Derrick Burroughs** (A defensive nightmare on the turf) * **Eric Yelding** (The diamond specialist) This marks the third year these two powerhouse events have joined forces, creating a one-night-only synergy of nostalgia and future-focused football hype. ### **SECURE THE BAG (FOR A GOOD CAUSE)** Want a seat at the table where the real conversations happen? Tickets are retailing for **$70**, which is a steal considering the IQ in the room. If you’re looking to go big, sponsorship opportunities are still on the table for those who want to show out for the community. For the "locked in" crowd wanting tickets or tables, hit up **Office@FirstLightCommunity.org** or dial **251-438-2094** before the "Sold Out" signs go up. ### **BEYOND THE GRIDIRON** While the football talk will be legendary, the mission is what matters. **First Light Community of Mobile** (the organization formerly known as L’Arche) is doing the real work. They are dedicated to a revolutionary mission where men and women, with and without intellectual disabilities, share life in a way that’s truly transformative. Operating six homes and a bustling activity center in Mobile, they aren't just a charity—they’re a movement. Get the full scoop on how they’re changing the game at **FirstLightCommunity.org**. **Bottom line:** If you aren't at the Mitchell Center on June 16, are you even a fan? Don't fumbled the bag—get your tickets and witness the new era of Alabama football leadership rub shoulders with Mobile’s finest.