A Champion
Will Rise

The Story Never Ends

The Story Never Ends

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2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl HBCU National Championship

2025 Cricket Celebration Bowl HBCU National Championship

December 13, 2025 • 

12:00 PM • 

Mercedes-Benz Stadium • 

Atlanta, GA

December 13, 2025 • 

12:00 PM

Mercedes-Benz Stadium • 

Atlanta, GA

Join Us In
Celebrating 10 Years

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We are celebrating 10 years of championship football between the MEAC and SWAC and look forward to seeing you at this year’s events. From Pep Rallies to the 5th Quarter, join us in all of the fun the HBCU community is about.

Become an Ambassador

Become a brand ambassador and be part of an exciting, impactful team! As an ambassador, you’ll represent ESPN Events with professionalism and enthusiasm. Your role is essential to our success, and we rely on your dedication and positive energy!

Know Before You Go

Prepare for game day at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta! Plan for parking, know stadium policies, and review the event schedule for a smooth game-day experience. Get ready to celebrate some HBCU football!

MB Stadium Road
Ticket Information

We are celebrating 10 years of championship football between the MEAC and SWAC and look forward to seeing you at this year’s events. From Pep Rallies to the 5th Quarter, join us in all of the fun the HBCU community is about.

Know Before You Go

Prepare for game day at the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta! Plan for parking, know stadium policies, and review the event schedule for a smooth game-day experience. Get ready to celebrate some HBCU football!

Become an Ambassador

Become a brand ambassador and be part of an exciting, impactful team! As an ambassador, you’ll represent ESPN Events with professionalism and enthusiasm. Your role is essential to our success, and we rely on your dedication and positive energy!

A Decade of Champions — Celebrate with Us!

  • 4

    Apr 2025

    HBCU Celebration Swim Meet

    7:00 AM EST

    Morehouse College

  • 4

    Apr 2025

    HBCU Celebration Swim Meet Warm Up

    6:00 AM EST

    Morehouse College

  • 4

    Apr 2025

    SWAC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

    7:00 PM EST

    Omni Hotel

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A Champion Will Rise
A Champion Will Rise

Conference Standings

School Conf. All Streak
South Carolina State Bulldogs
South Carolina State Bulldogs
5-0 9-3 L1
North Carolina Central Eagles
North Carolina Central Eagles
4-1 8-3 W2
Morgan State Bears
Morgan State Bears
3-2 6-6 W1
Norfolk State Spartans
Norfolk State Spartans
2-3 4-8 L1
Howard Bison
Howard Bison
1-4 4-8 L3
Delaware State Hornets
Delaware State Hornets
0-5 1-11 L10
Jackson State Tigers
Jackson State Tigers
8-0 12-2 W10
Florida A&M Rattlers
Florida A&M Rattlers
5-3 7-5 W2
Alabama State Hornets
Alabama State Hornets
5-3 7-5 W2
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
Alabama A&M Bulldogs
4-4 6-6 L1
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
2-6 2-10 L3
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils
1-7 1-11 L1
Southern Jaguars
Southern Jaguars
7-1 8-5 L1
Alcorn State Braves
Alcorn State Braves
5-3 6-6 L1
Texas Southern Tigers
Texas Southern Tigers
4-4 5-6 W2
Prairie View A&M Panthers
Prairie View A&M Panthers
3-5 5-7 L2
Grambling Tigers
Grambling Tigers
2-6 5-7 L2
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
2-6 3-9 L4

Plan Your Trip for
the Whole Family

Plan Your Trip for
the Whole Family

Planning your trip for the big game? Discover where to stay, what to do, and everything else you need to know for your visit!

Planning your trip for the big game? Discover where to stay, what to do, and everything else you need to know for your visit!