Schedule of Events

We are happy to announce an outstanding event lineup to kick off the 2025 college football season in Atlanta, Georgia. The Southern University Jaguars will face-off against the North Carolina Central University Eagles on Saturday, August 23rd at 7:30 PM.

 

Below please find the schedule of events as well as the links for your friends and fans to purchase tickets and parking for the game.
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*PLEASE NOTE: Schedule is Subject to Change.

WEDNESDAY
AUG 20th

7:15 PM

HBCU Night at Truist Park

Show your love for Historically Black Colleges and Universities on HBCU Night, presented by Truist, as the Atlanta Braves battle the Chicago White Sox.

THURSDAY
AUG 21st

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

High School Seminar

Location TBD - The Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge has always been “More Than Just A Game,” and there is no better example than the High School Seminar. Launched in 2008, the High School Seminar has positively impacted over 5000 students across the Southeast, from Florida to Louisiana and most recently, Georgia. Each year, the event features a panel discussion that focuses on career opportunities in sports, but in a way that most high school students haven’t considered yet – off the field. In recent years, the event has added a life skills component, as sponsors have offered their take on topics like personal branding and entrepreneurship. ESPN SportsCenter anchor Jay Harris is a longtime supporter of the High School Seminar, having hosted each and every year.

FRIDAY
AUG 22nd

7:00 PM

ESPN WELCOME RECEPTION

TBD

SATURDAY
AUG 23rd

3:00 PM

FAN EXPERIENCE BEGINS

SUMMERHILL LOT A

6:00 PM

GATES OPEN

CENTRE PARC STADIUM

7:00 PM

FAN EXPERIENCE ENDS

SUMMERHILL LOT A

7:30 PM

KICKOFF LIVE ON ABC

CENTRE PARC STADIUM

**5th Quarter Battle of the Bands following Post-game presentation**

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We’ve spent 16 years building on a legacy and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s events. From Pep Rallies to the 5th Quarter, join us in celebrating the HBCU community.

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