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On April 2, the LA Clippers and the San Antonio Spurs game will get a dose of HBCU excitement as Winston-Salem State University’s Red Sea of Sound Marching Band will be the featured performer during halftime.
The school has announced that the band will perform during the Clippers’ HBCU Night at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
“This is an incredible opportunity to highlight the talent and tradition of our Red Sea of Sound on a national platform,” said Dr. Michael Magruder, director of bands, in a written statement. “Our students represent the very best of Winston-Salem State University, and we are proud to share that excellence with a broader audience.”
This showcase will be the first time the Red Sea of Sound will take center court at the arena. The team has chosen to highlight HBCUs on this night, which will include an evening of programming featuring live entertainment, alumni engagement, and in-arena recognition.
“This moment underscores WSSU’s focus on expanding visibility, deepening community engagement and elevating the student experience. Opportunities like this position students on national stages, reinforcing the university’s commitment to excellence and global impact,” said Winston-Salem State University Chancellor Bonita J. Brown.
Any basketball fans and/or lovers of HBCUs and marching bands can purchase tickets for the Clippers HBCU Night here. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Included with the ticket purchase is an exclusive LA Clippers HBCU Night Crewneck for fans.
The school recently celebrated the Winston-Salem State University women’s basketball team’s win in the CIAA (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association) Championship. The team beat Fayetteville State University 60-43, capturing the title inside the CFG Bank Arena. The Rams ended the regular season with a 26-3 record (8-2 in conference), leading to head coach Tierra Terry winning CIAA Coach of the Year honors.
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