GRAMBLING, LA -- The Bayou Classic extends beyond the gridiron this week as Southern University Women's Basketball hits the road to Exit 81 for a high-stakes rivalry clash with the Lady Tigers of Grambling State University.

Inside Grambling's home arena, pride, positioning, and bragging rights will all be on the line when these longtime SWAC rivals square off in what has become one of the league's most anticipated match-ups. No matter the records, Southern vs. Grambling always delivers intensity—and this chapter promises no different.

Southern enters the contest looking to impose its trademark defensive pressure and tempo. The Lady Jaguars have shown flashes of balance on both ends of the floor, leaning on disciplined half-court defense while pushing the pace in transition. Execution and poise will be key as they navigate a hostile environment where energy runs high from opening tip to final buzzer.

Grambling State, meanwhile, will look to protect home court and feed off the crowd at Exit 81. The Lady Tigers thrive on physical play and momentum swings, often turning defense into quick offense. Their familiarity with the rivalry fuels an extra edge, especially when Southern comes to town.

Beyond the X's and O's, this match-up represents more than a conference game—it's a statement. From recruiting battles to postseason implications, every possession matters when these two programs meet. Expect hard-nosed defense, emotional runs, and a game that won't be decided until the final minutes.

When Southern and Grambling collide, it's never just basketball. It's tradition. It's pride.

It's the Bayou Classic on Hardwood

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