Tuskegee football to play under the lights for first time ever. Here’s when

For the primary time of their greater than 100-year historical past, the Tuskegee soccer staff will play an evening recreation at Cleve Abbott Memorial Stadium.

Tuskegee introduced Thursday morning that its Saturday, Sept. 6, house recreation towards SIAC opponent Central State can be performed below newly put in lights at Abbott Memorial Stadium. This marks the primary time the Shed will host an evening recreation.

“Tuskegee College college students, alumni and soccer followers are anticipated to fill the stadium in September to witness one thing we’ve got all needed for a very long time,” TU president and CEO Mark A. Brown stated in an announcement launched by the college. “The thrill round this recreation is critical due to our partnership with Alabama Energy. Their dedication and monetary help to this college to mild up all the campus can’t be understated.”

“This can be a transformational second not just for Tuskegee Athletics however for all the college and group,” athletic director Reginald Ruffin added. “Taking part in below the lights at Abbott Memorial Stadium provides us new alternatives to interact our fanbase, present a greater recreation day expertise, and showcase our wealthy traditions to a nationwide viewers. We’re proud to take this step ahead and make historical past in 2025.”