NSU LABOR DAY CLASSIC SCHEDULE OF EVENTSNORFOLK, Virginia -- The Norfolk State University Department of Athletics unveiled Wednesday this year's activities leading up to the Labor Day Classic, which culminates in the Spartan football team's season-opener against long-time rival Virginia State on Saturday, Sept. 1. New Team Spartan Corporate Partner Union Bank & Trust (www.bankatunion.com) is the title sponsor for the 2018 Labor Day Classic.
The week begins with the Battle of the States Labor Day Giving Challenge. From noon on Monday, Aug. 27 through halftime of the football game on Sept. 1, NSU and VSU will wage a friendly competition to see which school can secure the most donations from its alumni and fans. Fans will be prompted through social media platforms to visit donation web sites and make their gifts. The winning university will be announced during the fourth quarter of the Labor Day Classic. NSU won the inaugural giving challenge last year, with $325,270 raised from 612 donors.
On Thursday, Aug. 30, the NSU campus will hold its Labor Day Health Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Center. The health fest includes a blood drive and various health screenings for the community, with various services to promote well-being. Activities later that evening from 6-8 p.m. include a cheerleading clinic followed by a women's football clinic, "Heels and Helmets." The interactive introduction to football for women will be led by local football experts teaching the ins and outs of the game. The women's clinic will be followed by a powder puff game.
Friday's schedule features a number of events. The 10th annual Labor Day Classic Golf Tournament begins at 10 a.m. at Bide-A-Wee Golf Club in Portsmouth. On campus, a pep rally will be held from noon to 2 p.m. in conjunction with College Colors Day.
On Friday evening, Echols Hall will be the site for the Battle of the Bands between NSU and VSU. The battle runs from 6:30-8:30 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the event.
Friday concludes with Casino Royale from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel. The event features a night of blackjack, poker, roulette, craps and more and will include live music by RaJazz. Various raffle prizes will be available for fans. VIP and sponsorship opportunities are available. Tickets are $60 through Aug. 18, and $75 after. For more information, contact Melody Webb at (757) 823-8404.
On game day, tailgating lots open at 10 a.m. Greek organizations from both universities will take part in a Greek stroll-off beginning at 4 p.m. at the NSU Student Center. The 52nd all-time meeting between NSU and VSU will kick off at 6 p.m.
The weekend concludes with a trio of activities on Sunday. There is a gospel brunch at 11 a.m. in the Scott Dozier Dining Hall. New this year is the Hampton Roads Cheerleading Showcase from 4-6 p.m. in Echols Hall. Entry into the event is one canned good or $2, to be donated to the NSU Student Food and Toiletries Pantry.
The Labor Day Gym Jam for current NSU and VSU students begins at midnight, also in Echols Hall.
Tickets for the Battle of the Bands and Casino Royale are available for purchase online at NSUSpartansTickets.com and at the NSU Ticket Center on campus. Season football tickets are also on sale at both locations, with single-game ticket sales set to begin Aug. 1.
For more information on Labor Day Classic week activities, download the flyer at NSUSpartans.Com or call (757) 823-8152.
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