Tallassee-Reeltown season opener to allow limited number of fans

For the first time in 20 years, Tallassee and Reeltown are set to renew their rivalry on the football field. The two teams are slated to meet Aug. 20 at J.E. ‘Hot’ O’Brien Stadium and even though the game is still on as scheduled, there will be some major changes due to the threat of COVID-19.

In a news release Friday afternoon, Tallassee City Schools announced the stadium will be at limited capacity for the game and all tickets will have to be purchased in advance without any being available at the gate. The release stated the event will be limited to approximately 68 percent capacity with each school getting 1,100 tickets allotted to their fans.