Steve Harvey's Alabama State University Turkey Day Classic: 'Hollywood to Montgomery'
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on November 09, 2016 WHEN: Starts Nov. 19 Steve Harvey has partnered with ASU to bring a full schedule of fun, excitement and empowerment to Homecoming 2016 and the Turkey Day Classic. Social media is buzzing with the news of Steve Harvey's release of the 2016 Turkey Day Classic schedule. Harvey has been hitting the airwaves himself for weeks building the excitement about ASU's Homecoming and promising to bring "Hollywood to Montgomery." "Alabama State University is extremely excited about our partnership with Mr. Harvey and HarCal Live," said ASU President, Dr. Gwendolyn E. Boyd. "His team has worked with the University to produce a schedule of events that has broad appeal, while remaining true to 'that Ole 'Bama State Spirit.'" The Homecoming schedule actually begins on November 19. Events include the Steve Harvey Golf Tournament Challenge, three star-studded concerts, a comedy show, a day party, pep rallies, an Entrepreneur Summit, the "Bobby-Que" contest, Daniel Marshall's Cigars and Stars After Party and a live broadcast of the popular Steve Harvey Morning Show. The President's Gospel Explosion on Sunday, Nov. 20, features Byron Cage, Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin and the ASU Gospel Choir. The Hornet Nation Comedy Show follows on Monday, Nov. 21, with DC Young Fly, Clayton English, Karlos Miller and special guest, DJ Tone. On Tuesday, Young Dolph and Migos will perform in the Hip Hop Concert, sponsored by ASU's Student Government Association. Hornets faithful will enjoy the Old School Concert, which features R&B/soul singer Kem and the ever-popular, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. "All of these events and so much more will be here at ASU and in downtown Montgomery, leading up to the Hornets' big game against the Golden Bears of Miles College," said Boyd. "We're expecting Hornets from across the country to be here for a week of fun and festivities. This will definitely be the place to be for the best Hornets Homecoming ever!" Tickets for Homecoming events are on sale now. Visit www.theturkeydayclassic.com to purchase your tickets and get more information about Hornets Homecoming 2016. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
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