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After scoring in bunches against SWAC opponent Jackson State and in two exhibitions versus D-II schools, Memphis will have to prove it can do the same in its first real test of the season Friday against Missouri.
Though it was ugly at first, the Tigers got their season started on the right foot with a comfortable victory over Jackson State. Memphis lit up Jackson State. But are they ready for a real test?Related stories:
The new-look Tigers begin their 2023-24 season with what is expected to be one of the easier matchups in their 13-game non-conference slate.
The Tigers, playing in front of a loud, large crowd at Elma Roane Fieldhouse, never trailed. Memphis will play Ball State Monday in the second round.
DeAndre Williams had a GoPro. Alex Lomax (and his big ones) are on a T-shirt. Yes, Memphis, the Tigers seem to be having a high old time.
Jackson State won 15 straight games before losing to Southern University on a buzzer-beater in the semifinal round of the SWAC Tournament. Tigers set to play in the Women’s National Invitational TournamentRelated story:
Jackson State scored a late touchdown to seal the Southern Heritage Classic win over Tennessee State. Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victoryRelated story:
Jackson State University kicker Alejandro Mata claimed game’s MVP award while JSU’s defense continues to shine. Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3 Related story:
Jackson State and Tennessee State meet Saturday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, in what might be the final Southern Heritage Classic between the two Tigers teams.
The Southern Heritage Classic has been a staple in Memphis for more than 30 years; what will it mean for the city after JSU is no longer involved?
This could be the last time Jackson State plays in the game.
JSU notified the Southern Heritage Classic in February that it plans to withdraw from the series.
JSU said “ongoing communication” regarding termination of its participation in the Southern Heritage Classic was leaked. Classic founder Fred Jones told The Daily Memphian that there was no “ongoing conversation” regarding the contract.
Both Tennessee State and Jackson State feature numerous Memphians, and even a former Memphis Tiger.
It’s Eddie George vs. Deion Sanders at the Liberty Bowl. Which is exactly the matchup that Fred Jones and the Southern Heritage Classic deserve.
Nation’s No. 70 girls basketball senior pledges future to Jackson State.
Southern Heritage Classic founder Fred Jones said there is no downside to “Coach Prime” bringing flair to the game.
Health concerns associated with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic have led to cancellation of the annual Southern Heritage Classic in September.
The Classic College and Career Fair gives high school students a chance to learn about regional colleges they could attend.
The festivities associated with the Southern Heritage Classic culminate Saturday night with the annual game between Tennessee State and Jackson State. Here's our pregame coverage.
For alumni of Jackson State University and Tennessee State University, the Southern Heritage Classic is like a family reunion.
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