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50th Annual Bayou Classic Events, Notes, How To Watch

The 50th Annual Bayou Classic will be a historic battle between the Southern Jaguars and Grambling State Tigers.

Kyle T. Mosley

NEW ORLEANS - The 50th Annual Bayou Classic will be a historic battle between the Southern Jaguars (5-5, 4-3 SWAC) and Grambling State Tigers (5-5, 4-3 SWAC). Saturday's kickoff will occur at 1 PM CT in Caesars Superdome as NBC and Peacock will broadcast the annual event for millions of nationwide viewers.

Southern leads the Bayou Classic series over Grambling State, 25-24.  Past legends like Doug Williams other Bayou Classic MVPs will be honored at the game.

Broadcast: Southern Jaguars vs. Grambling Tigers — 1 PM CT on NBC, Stream: Peacock

50th Annual Bayou Classic
50th Annual Bayou Classic

  

BATTLE OF THE BANDS

The 50th Bayou Classic was terrific as the Grambling State University's "World Famed Marching Band" and Southern University's "Human Jukebox" headlined the night of performances hosted by Big Tigger. Local area high school bands - McDonogh #35, L.B. Landry, George Washington Carver, and Abramson - were invited to participate in the Bayou Classic Invitational High School Battle of the Bands hosted by Wild Wayne.

Later, the Greek Show with Kool DJ Supamike hit the stage for the fraternities and sororities from HBCU schools.

Once again, a packed crowd of spectators enjoyed the music, dancing, and showmanship of the two legendary bands and Greek organizations.

50th BAYOU CLASSIC EVENTS

DOC GRIGGS "TWO TIMES AROUND THE DOME" FAMILY FITNESS FUN WALK

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • REGISTRATION AT 7:30 AM/ KICK - OFF 8:00 AM.
  • PLAZA LEVEL, GATE C OF THE CAESARS SUPERDOME

UNITED FLAG FOOTBALL GAME

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • 9:00 AM
  • ST. AUGUSTINE PRACTICE FIELD - 2525 BRUXELLS STREET - NEW ORLEANS

ANNUAL BAYOU CLASSIC FAN FESTIVAL

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • 9:00 AM - NOON
  • FREE AND OPEN TO ALL AGES
  • CHAMPIONS SQUARE AT THE CAESARS SUPERDOME

Special performances by Boosie, Treety, Subtweet Shawn, and hosted by Wild Wayne.

50TH ANNUAL BAYOU CLASSIC FOOTBALL GAME

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • KICK OFF 1:00 PM
  • DOORS OPEN AT 11:00 AM
  • CAESARS SUPERDOME
  1. SINGING LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING: BLAIR DOTTIN-HALEY OF THE BLAIRISMS
  2. NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGER: ANTHONY HAMILTON & THE TON3S
  3. OFFICIAL GAME DAY DJ: ZEUS
Aug. 26, 2023; Southern University's "Fabulous Dancing Dolls" perform at the 2023 PepsiCo National Battle of the Bands. Credit: Kyle T. Mosley, HBCU LegendsAug. 27, 2022; 2022 National Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium; Houston, TX; Photo Credit: Kyle A. Mosley, HBCU Legends
Grambling State Marching Band
Aug. 26, 2023; Southern University's "Fabulous Dancing Dolls" perform at the 2023 PepsiCo National Battle of the Bands. Credit: Kyle T. Mosley, HBCU LegendsAug. 27, 2022; 2022 National Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium; Houston, TX; Photo Credit: Kyle A. Mosley, HBCU Legends

50TH ANNUAL BAYOU CLASSIC HALFTIME SHOW

  • The halftime show will feature recording and movie artist, Fantasia.
  • Southern will go on first.
  • Grambling as the home team is last.

THE OFFICIAL BAYOU CLASSIC CELEBRITY AFTER PARTY

  • SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • 10:00 PM
  • METROPOLITAN NIGHTCLUB (GENERATIONS HALL - DOWNTOWN NOLA)
  • 310 ANDREW HIGGINS BOULEVARD NEW ORLEANS
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Kyle T. Mosley
KYLE T. MOSLEY

I am Kyle T. Mosley, the Founder, Managing Editor, and Chief Reporter for the HBCU Legends, Saints News Network, and Pelicans Scoop on FanNation a Sports Illustrated team channel since October 2019.  Morehouse Alum, McDonogh #35 Roneagles (NOLA), Drum Major of the Tenacious Four.  My Father, Mother, Grandmother, Aunts and Uncles were HBCU graduates! Host of "Blow the Whistle" HBCU Legends, "The Quad" with Coach Steward, and "Bayou Blitz" Podcasts. Radio/Media Appearances:  WWL AM/FM Radio in New Orleans (Mike Detillier/Bobby Hebert),  KCOH AM 1230 in Houston (Ralph Cooper), WBOK AM in New Orleans (Reggie Flood/Ro Brown), and 103.7FM "The Game" (Jordy Hultberg/Clint Domingue), College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt), Jeff Lightsly Show, and Offscript TV on YouTube. Television Appearance: Fox26 in Houston on The Isiah Carey Factor, College Kickoff Unlimited (Emory Hunt). My Notable Interviews:  Byron Allen (Media Mogul), Deion Sanders (Jackson State University, Head Coach), Tomekia Reed (Jackson State Lady Tigers Basketball Coach), Taylor Rooks (NBA Reporter), Swin Cash (VP of Basketball - New Orlean Pelicans), Demario and Tamala Davis (NFL Player), Jerry Rice (Hall of Famer), Doug Williams (HBCU & NFL Legend), Emmitt Smith (Hall of Famer), James "Shack" Harris (HBCU & NFL Legend), Cris Carter (Hall of Famer), Solomon Wilcots (SiriusXM NFL Host), Steve Wyche (NFL Network), Jim Trotter (NFL Network), Travis Williams (Founder of HBCU All-Stars, LLC), Malcolm Jenkins (NFL Player), Cam Jordan (NFL), Demario Davis (NFL), Allan Houston (NBA All-Star), Drew Brees (Former NFL QB), Deuce McAllister (Former NFL RB), Willie Roaf (NFL Hall of Fame), Jim Everett (Former NFL Player), Quinn Early (Former NFL Player), Dr. Reef (NFL Players' Trainer Specialist), Nataria Holloway (VP of the NFL). I am building a new team of journalists, podcasters, videographers, and interns.  For media requests, interviews, or interest in joining HBCU Legends, please contact me at kmosley@hbcusi.com. Follow me:

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