⛳️ The road to John A. Merritt Classic Rivalry Weekend starts on the course. Join us for the inaugural John A. Merritt Classic Directors’ Cup, where Tennessee State and Jackson State supporters, alumni, corporate partners, and golf enthusiasts tee it up to kick off one of the biggest HBCU football weekends in the country. 🏌🏾 Thursday, August 27 📍 Gaylord Springs Golf Links 🕖 Registration: 7:00 AM | Shotgun Start: 8:00 AM 🎟️ Tickets: $250 Individual | $1000 for Foursome Team Then get ready for an unforgettable weekend as the Tennessee State Tigers and Jackson State Tigers renew one of HBCU football’s most historic rivalries in the 2026 John A. Merritt Classic on Saturday, August 29 at FirstBank Stadium. Find tickets, the full weekend schedule, hotel information, and more at the official John A. Merritt Classic website. #JohnAMerrittClassic #DirectorsCup #BigBlue #TSUTigers #JacksonState HBCUGolf HBCUFootball RoadToJMC