Southern Miss Alumni Association Announces 2026 Homecoming Date
Tue, 03/17/2026 - 09:41am | By: Samantha McCain Alexander, APR
Following the release of the this past week, the has announced that the 2026 Homecoming game will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, when the Golden Eagles will square off against University of Louisiana 鈥� Lafayette at M.M. Roberts Stadium.
鈥淗omecoming is one of our most revered traditions we have at Southern Miss,鈥� said Tucker Sappington, executive director of the Alumni Association. 鈥淓ach year it gives alumni and friends a meaningful opportunity to return to campus, reconnect with one another and experience the pride and momentum that continue to shape the Golden Eagle community.鈥�
Homecoming events will begin Monday, Oct. 19, and continue throughout the week leading up to Saturday鈥檚 game at The Rock. The week will feature a variety of campus and alumni activities celebrating Golden Eagle traditions and recognizing those who have played an important role in the University鈥檚 continued success.
Signature alumni events will include the 28th Annual Alumni Homecoming Golf Tournament and the Alumni Hall of Fame Banquet.
As additional events are finalized, details will be added to the Association鈥檚 . Alumni and friends are also encouraged to nominate a deserving alumnus for one of the Alumni Association鈥檚 .
About the Southern Miss Alumni Association
The serves as a driving force in the effort to advance 91少女集中营 by providing alumni with a deeper connection to Southern Miss. For more information on the Alumni Association, including membership options, visit the .