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Miami Herald
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
HBCU fans offered direct flight for big Las Vegas game
Las Vegas is ready to welcome Jackson State fans in a big way for the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic-and now getting there just got easier. For those traveling from Mississippi, Southwest Airlines is offering nonstop flights from Jackson to Las Vegas to help Tiger fans represent at Allegiant Stadium. The inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic will feature a historic matchup between Jackson State and Grambling State on October 25, 2025. The game is presented by the Las Vegas Raiders and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). It will mark the 73rd all-time meeting between the two SWAC rivals, who have been foundational pillars of HBCU football for help fans get to the action, direct flights have been added from Jackson to Las Vegas. The outbound flight departs on October 23 at 11:00 AM and arrives in Las Vegas at 12:45 PM. The return trip departs Las Vegas on October 26 at 10:30 AM and arrives in Jackson at 3:55 PM. These exclusive nonstop flights ensure fans have ample time to enjoy the weekend's events. Those events include the game, pregame festivities, and performances from Jackson State's "Sonic Boom of the South" and Grambling's "World Famed" Tiger Marching Band. 'The Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium are proud to host the HBCU Classic, celebrating the rich legacy, talent, and culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities,' said Raiders President Sandra Douglass Morgan. She emphasized the franchise's long-standing ties to HBCU football and its enduring impact on the Hill, president and CEO of the LVCVA, echoed those sentiments. "This game is more than just a competition-it's a celebration of culture, tradition, and community that resonates far beyond the field."With direct flights, a world-class venue, and two legendary HBCU programs, Jackson State fans have every reason to rep THEE Tigers in Las Vegas this October. The post HBCU fans offered direct flight for big Las Vegas game appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Miami Herald
03-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Las Vegas HBCU Classic to air on Black-owned broadcast network
HBCU football is headed to the Las Vegas Strip. This fall, the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic will mark a major milestone -not just in location, but in legacy. Set inside the glistening confines of Allegiant Stadium, the state-of-the-art home of the Las Vegas Raiders of the NFL. The game will feature a marquee matchup between two titans of Black college football: Jackson State and Grambling State. But the spotlight won't only be on the field. In a move that marries authenticity with innovation. Allen Media Group's HBCUGo will be the broadcast and streaming partner of the marquee Classic. The partnership isn't just about airing a game. It's about aligning a historic moment with a historic mission. A new high-profile classic backed by a Black-owned broadcast network starts a bold new chapter in the broadcast history of HBCU football. With Byron Allen's Allen Media Group launching HBCUGo in 2022 as a free, ad-supported streaming platform dedicated exclusively to HBCU sports and culture, the network has quietly become a go-to hub for fans who want more than just box scores. They want the band, the pageantry, the legacy-and HBCUGo delivers all of it. At the heart of the game is one of Black college football's most iconic rivalries. Jackson State vs. Grambling has been a staple of HBCU gridiron greatness for decades. Think Eddie Robinson vs. W.C. Gorden. Think Deion Sanders bringing his primetime flair to the SWAC. Think NFL-bound talent clashing in front of packed stadiums and battle-tested bands. Now, that rich history takes center stage in one of the most high-tech venues in the world, placing HBCU tradition on a stage that matches its magnitude. Juxtaposing the timeless spirit of these two programs with the ultra-modern aesthetics of Allegiant Stadium is symbolic. HBCUs are no longer relegated to the margins of college sports. They're thriving, innovating, and now-streaming globally with Black ownership at the wheel. As the network continues to grow its slate of games, pregame coverage, and cultural content, the Las Vegas HBCU Classic serves as a defining moment for the surging network. One that says: Black-owned HBCU sports media isn't coming-it's here. The post Las Vegas HBCU Classic to air on Black-owned broadcast network appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pre-sale for tickets to Las Vegas HBCU Classic event
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – There is an exclusive pre-sale opportunity for tickets and fan experience packages for the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic. The game will be between Jackson State and Grambling State at Allegiant Stadium on October 25. JSU's football team honored at Mississippi State Capitol The pre-sale ensures fans can take full advantage of premium seating and curated experiences before tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, March 7. During the pre-sale period, Jackson State fans will have priority access to: Premium Game Tickets Exclusive fan experience travel packages Special Las Vegas entertainment options VIP weekend experiences Starting March 3, get early access to ticket and fan packages during the pre-sale: Tickets (Jackson State): Fan Packages (Jackson State): Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
JSU will face Grambling in Las Vegas HBCU Classic
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic will feature Jackson State University (JSU) and Grambling State on October 25, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium. 'We are excited about the opportunity to travel to Las Vegas,' VP/Director of Athletics Ashley Robinson said. 'This trip will give us an opportunity to bring the Jackson State experience out West. Our student-athletes will get the chance to play in a first-class venue in front of a national audience and showcase our university.' Southern Miss will face Jackson State during 2025 football season According to organizers, the event will celebrate the rich legacy and culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), showcasing one of college football's most storied rivalries. The matchup will mark the 73rd all-time meeting between the two Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) programs. Grambling earned a 41-20 victory in the last meeting on September 21, 2024. 'We are excited about the opportunity to play in Las Vegas,' head coach T.C. Taylor said. 'This is a chance for our players to play in a world class stadium in front of a national audience. I can't wait to see Tiger Nation show up in Vegas for the game.' Presales for tickets and fan experience travel packages will go on sale on March 3. The public on sale will begin on March 7. For information on travel packages and tickets, visit Broadcast details, kickoff time, and credential information will be announced at a later date. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
