MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis football program will honor Glenn Rogers Sr., the first Black player to integrate the team in the spring of 1968, at halftime of the team's game against Tulsa on Thursday, Nov. 10 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium at 6:30 p.m.
"Glenn Rogers Sr. was a trailblazer for not only our football team, but the University of Memphis and I couldn't be prouder to honor him at our game against Tulsa," Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Laird Veatch said. "His courage and determination helped pave the way for so many and his contributions to the community have been incredibly impactful.