Our History

Shortly after being named head coach at Auburn in 1981, Coach Pat Dye recognized the need to keep former players connected to the University and connected with each other when their playing days were over.

He commissioned several former players to form an organization to which letterwinners could belong. They formed THE AUBURN FOOTBALL LETTERMEN CLUB which offered former players the opportunity to enjoy the camaraderie and benefits that the club offered.

Players who played but did not letter could belong as Associate Members when nominated by their teammates and approved by the AFLC Board of Directors. Honorary membership status was awarded to individuals who were not players, but who made a significant and lasting contribution to the betterment of Auburn.

When the East side of Jordan-Hare Stadium was undergoing construction, Coach Dye as Athletic Director, included a permanent Executive Club space for former players to congregate, known as the Lettermen Lounge. Each year this space is the main gathering place for lettermen and their families to socialize on game days.

In 1991, the club became a 501C3 non-profit organization with tax exempt status with the mission of continuing to foster fellowship, offering additional benefits and undertaking philanthropic endeavors.

The AFLC aimed to promote loyalty to Auburn and strengthen relationships with the Athletic Department and coaching staff. AFLC promotes the Auburn spirit, traditions and value of sportsmanship and excellence and fosters loyalty among lettermen through events such as club outings, fundraising events, tail-gaiting, and other programs to support its goals.

The club welcomes Auburn graduates and non-graduates who have earned the Auburn varsity “A” by encouraging continued brotherhood, involvement, and participation in Auburn Athletics.

The club has grown to over 600 dues-paying members from various generations of Auburn football lettermen united by their shared experience and passion for the program.