Former Alabama football coach Nick Saban, who won seven national championships, including six with the Crimson Tide, will be the keynote speaker at a “Nick Saban Night” event on May 8 in conjunction with Lipscomb Academy, the school announced Feb. 16.
Saban, who recently purchased a minority stake in the Nashville Predators and is a college football analyst, will talk about his nearly 30-year coaching career. The George Shinn Center will host a VIP dinner that will include a host Q&A session, and then Saban will address attendees inside Allen Arena on Lipscomb University’s campus.
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“We are honored to have Coach Saban on our campus,” Lipscomb College President Dr. Brad Schultz said in a release. “Coach Saban embodies the leadership and character we strive to instill in our students every day. His commitment to excellence on and off the field is consistent with our mission of preparing learners for a life of purpose.”
Why is Lipscomb College hosting “Nick Saban Night”?
“This event is a major milestone for Lipscomb College athletics,” Lipscomb College Athletic Director Jack House said in a release. “The revenue generated will directly benefit our athletic programs, allowing us to expand opportunities for our student-athletes and continue to build a culture of excellence across all sports.
“Coach Saban’s arrival not only inspires our coaches and athletes, but also demonstrates our commitment to providing a first-class experience that prepares our students to compete at the highest level.”
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When can I buy tickets for “Nick Saban Night”?
General admission tickets for the Allen Arena keynote will go on sale Friday, February 27, 2026.
How do I get tickets to “Nick Saban Night”?
For more information, visit lipscombacademy.org.
Paul Skrbina is a sports-enterprise reporter covering the Predators, Titans, Nashville SC, local colleges and local sporting events for The Tennessean. Contact him at pskrbina@tennessean.com and the X Platform (formerly Twitter) @Paulskebina.
This article originally appeared in Nashville Tennessean: Lipscomb College hosts ‘Nick Saban Night’ in May
