Southern Heritage Classic tickets go on sale Friday
The game between Alcorn State and Arkansas-Pine Bluff will be played at 6 p.m. on Sept. 27 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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March 2025
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Why the Southern Heritage Classic changed dates/teams
The Southern Heritage Classic in 2025 will feature new teams and a new date. TSU and JSU are gone, this year’s game — in late September — will feature Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Alcorn State. What happened to cause the changes?
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February 2025
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Here’s who is playing in the 2025 Southern Heritage Classic
The 2025 Southern Heritage Classic will not include TSU for the first time in the event’s history.
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January 2025
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Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will have reduced capacity, according to new plans
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott said the new capacity for Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will be 42,000-44,000 — not the 50,000 that was originally planned.
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Teams for 2025 Southern Heritage Classic remain uncertain
The Southern Heritage Classic has never had a game that didn’t include Tennessee State. The 2025 Classic could be the first.
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September 2024
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Tennessee State handles Arkansas-Pine Bluff in 35th Southern Heritage Classic
Tennessee State beat Arkansas-Pine Bluff in the latest edition of the historically Black college and university (HBCU) football series.
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Southern Heritage Classic preview: Tennessee State vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Here’s what to know heading into Saturday’s kickoff at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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Southern Heritage Classic looks different for 35th year
Renovations at Liberty Stadium will impact attendance.
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Exhibition showcases three decades of Southern Heritage Classic history
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What to know about Southern Heritage Classic parking
More than 130,000 people are expected for Cooper-Young Fest; blocks away, more than 30,000 fans could come to the Southern Heritage Classic.
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Exhibition showcases three decades of Southern Heritage Classic history
It will feature 120 items from founder Fred Jones Jr.’s collection, as well as memorabilia from the five HBCUs that have participated since its 1990 inception.
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Five must-see shows for September
A noted rapper takes her ‘Cinderella’ tour to Minglewood Hall, storied rock bands take the stage at Snowden Grove and the Radians Amphitheater, and a rising country-soul singer comes to Hernando’s Hide-A-Way.
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March 2024
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2024 Southern Heritage Classic tickets go on sale March 15
The game between the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and Tennessee State University will kick off at 6 p.m. on Sept. 14 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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January 2024
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Transfer of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium to U of M finalized
Now that the meeting minutes are approved, the U of M Auxiliary Services Foundation will receive Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
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December 2023
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What the Southern Heritage Classic contract says and how it could change
Memphis City Council approved the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium ownership transfer but with the caveat that the U of M, the City and Fred Jones would continue to negotiate.
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September 2023
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Five must-see shows in Memphis for September 2023
A soul legend will play the Orpheum Theatre during Southern Heritage Classic festivities, a viral singer-songwriter will play 1884 Lounge, a harpist will play The Green Room and hardcore punk bands will take the Growlers stage.
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Southern Heritage Classic: Tennessee State holds off Arkansas-Pine Bluff
A blocked field goal return in the final minute helps the Tigers defeat the Golden Lions in the 34th annual Southern Heritage Classic.
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Southern Heritage Classic Parade marches through Orange Mound
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Southern Heritage Classic Parade marches through Orange Mound
Community members came out to watch the spectacle before the Southern Heritage Classic, at which Tennessee State University will play the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
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Southern Heritage Classic Football Preview: Tenn. State, Ark.-Pine Bluff both hungry for a win
Since Eddie George has taken over the helm as the Tigers’ head coach before the 2021 season, he has yet to win the Southern Heritage Classic. Rookie head coach Alonzo Hampton of UAPB is leading his program into their first-ever SHC.
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August 2023
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UAPB alumni excited about Southern Heritage Classic inclusion
For the first time since 1993, the Southern Heritage Classic will not include Jackson State University for its annual football showdown against the Tennessee State Tigers.
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June 2023
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Southern Heritage Classic concerts include Morris Day, Gladys Knight
The entertainment lineup surrounding the 34th Southern Heritage Classic has been released.
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February 2023
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Southern Heritage Classic tickets go on sale Friday
Former band members from new participant Arkansas at Pine Bluff can’t wait to see their school play Tennessee State in Memphis.
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December 2022
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Southern Heritage Classic announces 2023 teams
Founder Fred Jones announces who will play in the Classic against Tennessee State in 2023 and 2024.
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September 2022
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Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
Patrick Lantrip snapped a slew of pictures to capture what may be the final Southern Heritage Classic matchup for Jackson State and Tennessee State. Take a look and select your favorite.
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Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victory
Jackson State University kicker Alejandro Mata claimed game’s MVP award while JSU’s defense continues to shine.
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Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3
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Southern Heritage faces possible change, but hopefully keeps classic feel
JSU might be ready for a new chapter, but Southern Heritage Classic Founder Fred Jones is looking at this week as if it is just another Classic in Memphis.
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