Sports, barbecue, beer and old friends. It’s that time of year.

Fall sports are starting up, and one of the ways to celebrate it is through Bakersfield College’s 58th annual barbecue. The barbecue is also the major fundraiser for the BC Alumni Association.

Alumni association president Becki Whitson said she is expecting a big crowd.

“I am hoping for at least 1,000 this year in preparation for a larger turnout for next year’s 100th anniversary,” Whitson said.

Athletes and coaches from fall sports teams will be introduced, and the BC Cheer Team will be performing. Local band Mento Buro will provide entertainment.

The barbecue is taking place on the BC football practice football field Sept. 13 starting at 5:30 p.m. The dinner begins at 6 p.m., and the event will last until 8 p.m.

On the menu are steaks and chicken prepared by the culinary arts students under the direction of Pat Coyle and food services under the direction of Alex Gomez.

Dessert will be provided by a Ben and Jerry’s booth. There will also be beer and wine for those of age. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for students with ID, and $5 for children 12 and younger. Tickets can be purchased at the BC Business Office, which is located in the same building as the bookstore.

Proceeds for the event benefit students.

“The majority of the money goes toward scholarships for BC students,” said Whitson. “A portion of it goes to help athletics and other events on campus that benefit students, like Women’s History Month, and Homecoming. It would help if the students of Bakersfield College would get involved and attend the BBQ.”