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USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Georgia schedules another cupcake 2026 nonconference opponent
The Georgia Bulldogs are scheduled to play the Tennessee State Tigers in 2026, per Mike Organ of the Tennesseean. In 2026, Georgia is already scheduled to play the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (home) on Sept. 12, the Louisville Cardinals (away) on Sept. 19 and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Nov. 28 (home). Georgia will also play their permanent SEC opponent, the Florida Gators. Based on Georgia's decision to schedule Tennessee State, we expect the SEC to play just eight conference games in 2026. The SEC has long discussed adding a ninth conference game like the Big Ten. However, it does not appear that will be the case in 2026. The SEC has not released the conference schedule for the 2026 season. Based on Georgia's other nonconference games, we would expect for the Bulldogs to host Tennessee State on Sept. 5 in Week 1. Georgia is paying to play Tennessee State in a one game series, but we don't know how much at this time. Georgia will be the first of three SEC opponents that Tennessee State will play from 2026-2029. The Tigers and head coach Reggie Barlow are also set to play Tennessee in 2027 and Vanderbilt in 2029. "You're talking about SEC games, you're talking about great tradition programs like Georgia, like Tennessee and, of course, like Vanderbilt who's coming along and doing some wonderful things," Barlow said after scheduling three future games against SEC opponents. "Just being able to go and play in those stadiums and get that experience for our young men here and our coaches is going to be exciting. Obviously, we know that it's a huge task and a huge challenge, but I just look forward to being in that atmosphere and that environment." While Tennessee State is not the most exciting opponent for Georgia, pay to play games are important for smaller programs. Tennessee State's last game against an FBS opponent came in 2023 when the Tigers lost to Notre Dame 56-3. Follow UGAWire on Instagram or Threads!
Washington Post
10-07-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Tennessee State pushes back inaugural season of its men's hockey program to 2026-27
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State is delaying the inaugural season of its men's hockey program by a year as the school addresses financial issues associated with launching the program. The Tigers will now start playing in the 2026-27 season rather than in 2025-26. Tennessee State announced in June 2023 that it was planning to become the first historically Black college and university to sponsor Division I men's hockey. Duanté Abercrombie was hired as the program's first head coach in April 2024.
Fox Sports
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Tennessee State pushes back inaugural season of its men's hockey program to 2026-27
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee State is delaying the inaugural season of its men's hockey program by a year as the school addresses financial issues associated with launching the program. The Tigers will now start playing in the 2026-27 season rather than in 2025-26. Tennessee State announced in June 2023 that it was planning to become the first historically Black college and university to sponsor Division I men's hockey. Duanté Abercrombie was hired as the program's first head coach in April 2024. School officials said Thursday the decision to delay the start of competition was made in collaboration with the NHL, Nashville Predators and College Hockey Inc., and that it reflected their 'shared commitment to building a sustainable and competitive program from day one.' 'Working closely with the NHL and the Predators, we agree that an additional year will provide the program with the time and resources it needs to launch at full strength and with long-term financial success in mind,' Tennessee State Interim President Dwayne Tucker said in a statement. "The extra preparation period will focus on recruiting, facility planning, staff development, and fundraising efforts. It also aligns with a broader vision to grow the sport of hockey in diverse communities.' The release announcing the move noted that the school had received a $250,000 grant from the NHL/National Hockey League Players Association and continued support from the Predators. 'Deferring the inaugural season of TSU Tigers hockey to 2026-27 is the right step to build a foundation worthy of the university,' said Kevin Westgarth, the NHL's vice president of hockey development and strategic collaboration. 'TSU has faced challenges before and always met them and come back stronger, and we expect hockey to be the latest chapter of that story.' ___ AP college sports: recommended Item 1 of 3
Winnipeg Free Press
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Tennessee State pushes back inaugural season of its men's hockey program to 2026-27
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee State is delaying the inaugural season of its men's hockey program by a year as the school addresses financial issues associated with launching the program. The Tigers will now start playing in the 2026-27 season rather than in 2025-26. Tennessee State announced in June 2023 that it was planning to become the first historically Black college and university to sponsor Division I men's hockey. Duanté Abercrombie was hired as the program's first head coach in April 2024. School officials said Thursday the decision to delay the start of competition was made in collaboration with the NHL, Nashville Predators and College Hockey Inc., and that it reflected their 'shared commitment to building a sustainable and competitive program from day one.' 'Working closely with the NHL and the Predators, we agree that an additional year will provide the program with the time and resources it needs to launch at full strength and with long-term financial success in mind,' Tennessee State Interim President Dwayne Tucker said in a statement. 'The extra preparation period will focus on recruiting, facility planning, staff development, and fundraising efforts. It also aligns with a broader vision to grow the sport of hockey in diverse communities.' The release announcing the move noted that the school had received a $250,000 grant from the NHL/National Hockey League Players Association and continued support from the Predators. 'Deferring the inaugural season of TSU Tigers hockey to 2026-27 is the right step to build a foundation worthy of the university,' said Kevin Westgarth, the NHL's vice president of hockey development and strategic collaboration. 'TSU has faced challenges before and always met them and come back stronger, and we expect hockey to be the latest chapter of that story.' ___ AP college sports:
Associated Press
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Tennessee State pushes back inaugural season of its men's hockey program to 2026-27
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee State is delaying the inaugural season of its men's hockey program by a year as the school addresses financial issues associated with launching the program. The Tigers will now start playing in the 2026-27 season rather than in 2025-26. Tennessee State announced in June 2023 that it was planning to become the first historically Black college and university to sponsor Division I men's hockey. Duanté Abercrombie was hired as the program's first head coach in April 2024. School officials said Thursday the decision to delay the start of competition was made in collaboration with the NHL, Nashville Predators and College Hockey Inc., and that it reflected their 'shared commitment to building a sustainable and competitive program from day one.' 'Working closely with the NHL and the Predators, we agree that an additional year will provide the program with the time and resources it needs to launch at full strength and with long-term financial success in mind,' Tennessee State Interim President Dwayne Tucker said in a statement. 'The extra preparation period will focus on recruiting, facility planning, staff development, and fundraising efforts. It also aligns with a broader vision to grow the sport of hockey in diverse communities.' The release announcing the move noted that the school had received a $250,000 grant from the NHL/National Hockey League Players Association and continued support from the Predators. 'Deferring the inaugural season of TSU Tigers hockey to 2026-27 is the right step to build a foundation worthy of the university,' said Kevin Westgarth, the NHL's vice president of hockey development and strategic collaboration. 'TSU has faced challenges before and always met them and come back stronger, and we expect hockey to be the latest chapter of that story.' ___ AP college sports:
