Auburn Announces Dates for 2026 AMBUSH Tour

New head football coach Alex Golesh and basketball coach Steven Pearl will meet with fans across the South.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Auburn has announced the dates for its 2026 AMBUSH tour, an annual coaches tour that will feature new head football coach Alex Golesh and basketball coach Steven Pearl meeting with Auburn fans in eight cities across the South, including Houston, Dallas, Montgomery, Nashville, Destin, Birmingham, Lake Martin, and Tampa.

Why it matters

The AMBUSH tour is an important way for Auburn's new coaches to connect with the passionate Auburn fan base and build excitement for the upcoming seasons. It's a longstanding tradition that helps strengthen the bond between the university and its supporters.

The details

The AMBUSH tour includes eight events between April and July, with stops in Houston, Dallas, Montgomery, Nashville, Destin, Birmingham, Lake Martin, and Tampa. This will be Golesh's first AMBUSH tour as Auburn's new head football coach, while it will be Pearl's first as the new head basketball coach. The events will include dinners where fans can meet and interact with the coaches.

  • The AMBUSH tour will take place between April 27 and July 20, 2026.
  • The first stop will be in Dallas on April 27, followed by Houston and Montgomery on April 28.
  • Additional stops include Nashville on May 4, Destin on May 7, Birmingham on May 11, Lake Martin on July 1, and Tampa on July 20.

The players

Alex Golesh

The new head football coach at Auburn University.

Steven Pearl

The new head basketball coach at Auburn University.

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What they’re saying

“Getting out and meeting the Auburn Family is one of the most important things I can do in this role. AMBUSH gives us an elite opportunity to do that at a level that matches what Auburn is all about.”

— Alex Golesh, Head Football Coach (Auburn Athletics)

“Auburn has the best fan base in the country, and AMBUSH gives us a chance to connect with them in a meaningful way and keep building the passion that drives Auburn forward.”

— Steven Pearl, Head Basketball Coach (Auburn Athletics)

What’s next

More details on specific locations, venues, and registration information for the AMBUSH tour events will be announced at a later date.

The takeaway

The AMBUSH tour is a valuable opportunity for Auburn's new head coaches to engage directly with the university's passionate fan base and build excitement for the upcoming seasons. It's a longstanding tradition that helps strengthen the bond between Auburn and its supporters.