Norfolk State and North Carolina Central to meet in 40th Circle City Classic HBCU Game

This year marks a milestone for one of the most anticipated events in Indianapolis — the 40th Annual Circle City Classic. On Sept. 28, two powerhouse HBCUs, the Norfolk State Spartans and the North Carolina Central Eagles, will clash at Lucas Oil Stadium downtown. The event not only celebrates HBCU football excellence but also reflects four decades of cultural and economic influence in the city. The game kicks off at 3 p.m. following the iconic Circle City Classic Parade. For the Norfolk State Spartans, this will be their first-ever appearance in the Classic, while the North Carolina Central Eagles will be returning for the third time. President & CEO of Indiana Black Expo Alice Watson highlighted the significance of this year’s Classic. Read More: How the Circle City Classic supercharges the Black dollar President of IBE Alice Watson. (Photo/Curtis Guynn) “The Circle City Classic this year will be special as it not only brings competitive HBCU football to Indianapolis, but this is the 40th anniversary,” Watson said in a statement. ‘We are so proud of the 40 years of impact and history that this event has made in our community and throughout the Midwest.” The Circle City Classic is about...