"These matchups represent exactly what the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff presented by Toyota is all about — outstanding competition, passionate fan bases and the traditions that make HBCU football special," John T. Grant, executive director of the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff and Cricket Celebration Bowl, said. MEAC-SWAC Matchups Next 3 Years | MEAC, SWAC2027: Morgan State Makes Challenge DebutThe 2027 opener marks a milestone for the event as Morgan State makes its first-ever Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge appearance. The agreement preserves two cornerstone events on the HBCU football calendar:The Week Zero Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff. Frequently Asked Questions on the MEAC/SWAC Challenge KickoffWho is playing in the 2027 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff? When is the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff?