NCCU Football Schedule Features Thursday Opener, Rival A&T At Home

Eagles' Gridiron Slate Includes Six Home Games, Four MEAC Opponents in 2010

DURHAM, N.C. (www.NCCUEaglePride.com) – The 2010 North Carolina Central University football schedule features six home contests, including a Thursday night season-opener and the return of rival North Carolina A&T to O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium, along with four games against conference foes, as NCCU announced its gridiron slate on Thursday (Feb. 11).

The 2010 NCCU schedule also includes the continued series with rival Winston-Salem State, a return trip to Appalachian State, the first home contest against Hampton in 19 years, a game inside the Georgia Dome, and Bethune-Cookman’s first visit to O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium.

“It’s a very competitive schedule,” said Mose Rison, entering his fourth season as head football coach at NCCU. “We play six games on our campus, which is a big plus. Our kids enjoy playing in front of our student body and our fans.

“Without a question, this is a great home schedule, with the likes of Winston-Salem State, A&T, Hampton and Bethune-Cookman coming to Durham. Plus, the return of former CIAA opponent Johnson C. Smith and Edward Waters for Homecoming,” Rison added. “We’re excited.”

2010 Schedule

NCCU’S MARCHING SOUND MACHINE SELECTED FOR THE

2011 TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE

(Photo to Left)  NCCU Marching Sound Machine Director Jorim Reid (left) and Chancellor Charlie Nelms announce the selection of the band for the Tournament of Roses Parade in 2011.

“There is Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the John Philip Sousa Foundation’s Sudler Trophy for most outstanding college or university band, and the Tournament of Roses Parade,” said Reid.  “The Rose Parade was in my 15-year plan.  I didn’t intend to submit an application for another seven years.”

But Reid’s success over the course of his initial eight years as director at NCCU, particularly his band’s five consecutive appearances at the annual Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB), gained the attention of Rose Parade officials.  The rumor was that he should take a chance and apply.

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