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Tennessee State football pulls out of Southern Heritage Classic over financial concerns
For the first time in 34 years, Tennessee State will not play in the Southern Heritage Classic in Memphis this fall.
What’s next for the Southern Heritage Classic?
The future of the Southern Heritage Classic is unknown at this time after the first game was played 35 years ago.
Tennessee State officially out of the Southern Heritage Classic, turns down $400,000
For the first time in 35 years, Tennessee State University will not play in the Southern Heritage Classic after turning down a $400k offer.
HBCU football classic sees 25-year partnership end due to finances
Tennessee State has played Arkansas Pine-Bluff, another SWAC HBCU, over the last two seasons in the game. The post HBCU football classic sees 25-year partnership end due to finances appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
TSU football not participating in 2025 Southern Heritage Classic
For the first time in the history of the Southern Heritage Classic, Tennessee State University will not participate.
Mixed reactions over TSU not returning to the Southern Heritage Classic
Some people are upset about Tennessee State University not returning to the Southern Heritage Classic this year. On the corner of North Parkway and North Manassas, Cozy Corner Restaurant known worldwide for its barbecue ribs,
TSU launches new "The Legacy Series" Classic, leaving future of Southern Heritage Classic in limbo
Tennessee State University officially pulls out of Southern Heritage Classic; the president of Memphis Tourism explains how the city is working to bring more events.
Tennessee State University launches new Legacy Series, leaving future of Southern Heritage Classic in limbo
TSU revealed it will host a new football series, the Legacy Series, featuring Alabama A&M University, another historically Black university. The series will be held for four years, starting with the ...
Tennessee State football announces four-year deal to play Alabama A&M, reveals 2025 schedule
Two days after Tennessee State football revealed it would not play in the Southern Heritage Classic, school officials announced a four-year series to play University Alabama A&M beginning this season.
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2025 Southern Heritage Classic lineup uncertain
Tennessee State University announced its 2025 football schedule and the Southern Heritage Classic is not on it. FOX13 got in touch with Fred Jones, founder of the Southern Heritage Classic ...
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Thousands expected in Memphis for Southern Heritage Classic
This weekend, thousands are set to be in Memphis for the Southern Heritage Classic. Ahead of the festivities, WREG spoke with Fred Jones, the man who envisioned the annual tradition 35 years ago.
Exclusive interview with Mayor Paul Young
Alex Coleman sits down for an exclusive interview with Mayor Paul Young. The two discuss the future of the Southern Heritage ...