The Bayou Classic between Grambling State and Southern is played each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving in New Orleans. The game is one of the biggest games in the SWAC and is a must-see for any Grambling State or Southern fan. The series between these two historically black universities dates back to 1932, and the Tigers hold a 22-21 lead in the all-time series. The football game isn’t the only event at the Bayou Classic as the Battle of the Bands between Grambling’s World Famed Tiger Marching Band and Southern’s Human Jukebox is arguably the bigger draw. Don’t miss the Bayou Classic as it’s one of Grambling State’s biggest events of the year.
The State Fair Classic takes place during the Texas State Fair and pits the Grambling Tigers against the Prairie View A&M Panthers. The game is contested at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas and dates back to 1925. However, the game has only regularly been contested between Grambling State and Prairie View A&M since the mid-1980s. You won’t want to miss the State Fair Classic, so make sure to be in attendance when the Tigers and Panthers square off.
Grambling State Tigers Tailgate Guide
Atmosphere
No trip to Grambling is complete without tailgating, so arrive early and grill out with your friends and family when attending a Tigers game. Fans from all over the country come out to cheer on the Tigers on game days and tailgating is a big part of what makes attending a Grambling State game such a special event.
Everywhere you look on gameday you’ll see a sea of black and gold. The fans here take football and tailgating serious, and as a result, you’ll find an incredible selection of food and drinks on display. Every tailgate here has their special recipes, so you’ll want to bring something to share and make friends quickly when tailgating before a Tigers game.
Finally, if you want to experience the best tailgate party Grambling State has to offer, then make sure to attend the homecoming game. Homecoming is the biggest game of the season for Grambling State fans, alumni, and students making it a can’t miss event.
You’ll have a fantastic time tailgating before a Tigers game, so arrive early and make the most out of your trip to Grambling.
Make sure to check out the homecoming parade if you’re attending the homecoming football game. The parade is a great way to get into the Grambling State spirit before the game making it a must-see for any Tigers fan.
Tailgating AreaEddie Robinson Stadium recently underwent a renovation that added more parking and tailgating area than ever before. If you’re looking to tailgate before a Tigers game, then you’ll find plenty of space, so set up your grill, tent, and cooler for a fun day of tailgating.
Student TailgateIf you’re a Grambling State student who wants to tailgate, then the student tailgate is just the place for you. You’ll have an excellent time celebrating a Tigers game day with your fellow students, and it's an excellent place to make some new friends before the game.
Grambling State Tigers Stadium Guide
In Game
While the Grambling State Tigers may be one of the most decorated teams in the FCS having won 15 black college football national championships and 25 conference titles, it’s the World Famed Tiger Marching Band and Orchesis Dance Company that steal the show at Grambling State games. The band and dance team are some of the most decorated in all of college sports, and they put on a fantastic performance that is worth the price of admission all on its own. No trip to Grambling is complete without seeing these two groups perform, so enjoy their displays during the game.
In addition to the incredible marching band and dance team, Grambling State also boasts a fantastic fan base. Fans from all over the country come out to support the Tigers on game days, and you’ll see a sea of black and gold in the stands when attending a game. Grambling State fans are also very friendly and knowledgeable meaning if you want to learn more about the team all you’ll have to do is ask.
Lastly, Eddie Robinson Stadium just underwent a $2 million renovation, which makes attending a Tigers game better than ever before. The new scoreboard will make attending a Tigers game better than ever before and is a must-see for longtime as well as new fans attending games this fall.
A Grambling State Tigers football game is an excellent experience for any college football fan, so plan your trip to Grambling today.
Grambling State University announced an approximately $2 million renovation that will add a new scoreboard in 2017. Enjoy the new scoreboard when attending a Grambling State game at Eddie Robinson Stadium.
Arrive early and get a glimpse of the tiger stripe pattern in the seats. The pattern gives Eddie Robinson Stadium a unique look and is something you can’t find at just about any other stadium in the FCS.
The World Famed Tiger Marching Band is one of the best marching bands in the world and one of the few to perform at consecutive presidential inaugurations. The band is absolutely incredible, so enjoy their performance when attending a Grambling State football game.
In addition to the marching band, you also won’t want to miss the Orchesis Dance Company’s routines. The dance team is one of the most renown dance teams in college sports and is a must-see for anyone taking in a Tigers game.
Keep an eye out for the Grambling Tiger when attending a Grambling State game. The mascot is a fun part of any Tigers football game especially for kids as you never know what kind of shenanigans he’ll get into next.
Fight, for dear old Grambling,
Fight, we’re going to win.
Light, the torch of victory,
We will win this game.
Rah! Rah! Rah!
Fight for dear old Grambling,
Fight, we’re going to win.
There’s no doubt that we are
The pride of the USA.
Grambling State Alma Mater
Ole Grambling, Dear Grambling
We love thee, dear Ole Grambling
We’re loyal to thee, Our dear old School
And when life’s game is fought and won
the hills will ring with Vic’tory’s song,
Ole Grambling, Dear Grambling
We love thee, Dear Ole Grambling – Grambling
Ole Grambling, Dear Grambling
We love thee, dear Ole Grambling
Long may they stand
‘Till all the land has felt the worth,
Of thy greathand
And when thy sons to battle go,
The hills will ring from shore to shore,
Ole Grambling, Dear Grambling
We love thee, Dear Ole Grambling – Grambling
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