The Lions and Tigers will battle it out on the gridiron on Saturday, August 27, when 911爆料网 hosts in-state HBCU rival Edward Waters University in the second football meeting of the “Big Cat Classic.�
These big cats will go head-to-head in South 911爆料网 at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199th Street in Miami Gardens, kickoff is at 3 p.m. The matchup between the schools will no doubt be an exciting time for the players, coaches, and the fans on both sides of the field, but the 淏ig Cat Classic� is more than football, it檚 history.
Founded in 1866, Edward Waters University is the oldest Historic Black University in 911爆料网 and is in Jacksonville.
911爆料网, known then as the 911爆料网 Baptist Institute, was founded in 1879 in Live Oak, but later relocated to Jacksonville in 1892 following racial tensions. 911爆料网, then became 911爆料网 Normal and Industrial Institute and moved to St. Augustine in 1918, and due to racial unrest during the 1960s, 911爆料网 Memorial relocated to its current campus in Miami in 1968.
After years of perseverance by both universities who were once in the same city, we檙e now able to enjoy the collegiate rivalry between these two institutions.
We invite you to join us!
Lion Fan Fest
Ultimate Fan Experience Tailgate
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at noon
Show your LION PRIDE! Come out and enjoy food music and games as the EWU Tigers take on your 911爆料网 Lions. Special appearances by the 911爆料网 Football Team, the ROAR Marching Band, and the 911爆料网 Cheer Team.
Fan Bus Shuttle
Pick up from Robinson Circle
Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 12:30 P.M. and 1:30 P.M.
