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| Courtesy Central State University Sports Information |
"This is an exciting day for Circle City Classic®, said Tanya Bell, IBE president & Chief Executive Officer. "Classics across the country are evolving which requires unique approaches. The multi-year agreement with Midwest rival teams will help us better plan, avoid our traditional date bumping up against college homecomings and increase our chances for warmer weather," added Bell.
Statement from Harry Stinson, Kentucky State University Athletic Director
We are excited and thrilled to have our rivalry against Central State University showcased in the Circle City Classic®. This partnership with the Indiana Black Expo creates avenues for us to increase our student athlete experience by playing the game in an NFL stadium; it increases the exposure of our universities in the Indianapolis area and the Mid-West region and provides an unique opportunity for our fans, alumni and student bodies to have an awesome experience in Indianapolis.
The opportunity to market, promote and engage the communities in Indianapolis in a multi-year deal provides 365 day exposure for our university that cannot be quantified. It provides us exposure to the brightest stars and scholars in the high schools and provides a platform for them to get to know our universities. As we embark on a new era in higher education and athletics, generating partnerships that increase awareness, branding opportunities, exposure, and revenue are essential. This partnership speaks to all of the areas of today's higher education needs and surrounds that around a sporting event. We are excited about the future and look forward to us being victorious not only on the field of play but also in recruiting students to attend both of our universities.
Statement from Jahan Culbreath, Central State University Athletic Director
The Circle City Classic® is a fixture not only in Indianapolis but throughout the country as one of the premier classics. It gives the opportunity to showcase the talent of our students, and helps promote awareness of two tremendous HBCU institutions in the Midwest. It is also exciting to know that Central State and Kentucky State will continue their rivalry on this stage for at least the next three years. Central State is pleased to continue to work alongside KSU athletic director Harry Stinson III and the wonderful folks who organize the Circle City Classic. By committing to be part of the Circle City Classic® shows our dedication to enhance our brand and broaden our fan base. Most importantly, our presence in Indianapolis continues to help grow the quality collegiate experience for all of the CSU family.
The theme for Circle City Classic® is "Buy One. Send One." which reflects the purpose that Classic serves as a fundraiser to send Indiana students to college. "A ticket purchase will help pay for a student to attend college," Bell said. Since 1984, more than 3 million dollars in scholarships have been awarded to Indiana youth. The Circle City Classic® dates for 2015 – 2017 include:
2015: Saturday, September 26, 2015
2016: Saturday, September 24, 2016
2017: Saturday, September 23, 2017
The Circle City Classic® will also feature half-time celebrity performance and a pre-game Your Life Matters® – The Remix youth forum.
Tickets for Circle City Classic® officially go on sale Friday, May 8th. Tickets are available by calling the IBE Box Office at 317.925.2702, the Lucas Oil Stadium Ticket Office at 317.262.3389, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at any Ticket Master outlet.
To purchase tickets in the Kentucky State University block contact our box office at 502-597-6011.
COURTESY KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY SPORTS INFORMATION
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