Historic HBCU matchup set for Shreveport Kickoff Classic

Grambling returns to Shreveport for 2025 season opener against NAIA HBCU

SHREVEPORT, La. — Grambling State University will face Langston University in the Shreveport Kickoff Classic to open the 2025 football season Aug. 30 at Independence Stadium. The 7 p.m. matchup brings together two historically Black universities in an event with roots dating to the 1911 Red River State Fair Classic. “We’re thrilled to open our season with the Shreveport Kickoff Classic against an outstanding program like Langston University,” sa…

Historic HBCU matchup set for Shreveport Kickoff Classic

Courtesy of Grambling State Athletic Communications SHREVEPORT, La. | The Grambling State University football team will open the 2025 HBCU football season in the Shreveport Kickoff Classic versus Langston University at Independence Stadium at 7 p.m. on Aug. 30 in Shreveport, La. “We’re thrilled to open our season with the Shreveport Kickoff Classic against a outstanding program like Langston University,” said GSU Vice President for Intercollegia…