2026 Gulf Coast Challenge Powered by the Mobile Sports Authority

The 9th Annual Gulf Coast Challenge, Powered by the Mobile Sports Authority, took place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Jackson State University and Alabama A&M University battled it out in a highly anticipated HBCU matchup, with the Tigers of Jackson State coming away with a thrilling 31–28 victory. Despite stormy weather, more than 7,400 fans turned out to cheer on their teams and experience one of Mobile’s premier sporting events.