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Dominique Wilkins to Headline Alabama State Basketball Tip-Off Dinner Oct. 27
The annual celebration will bring Hornet supporters together to benefit the Hornet NIL Fund.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins is coming to Alabama State University as the featured guest for the 2026 Basketball Tip-Off Dinner, now scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, at 7 p.m.
The event will take place at the John Garrick Hardy Student Center on campus, with proceeds benefiting the Hornet NIL Fund.
The annual dinner gives alumni, students, fans and members of the Montgomery community an opportunity to celebrate Alabama State basketball while supporting the program. Wilkins’ appearance adds another prominent basketball name to the gathering following last year’s sold-out dinner featuring Penny Hardaway and Cynthia Cooper.
This year’s event will continue that tradition, bringing supporters together ahead of the basketball season and highlighting the university’s athletic history.
Alumni, local businesses and community members are encouraged to purchase tickets early following the strong turnout for last year’s celebration.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Location: John Garrick Hardy Student Center, Alabama State University
- Special guest: Dominique Wilkins
- Proceeds benefit: Hornet NIL Fund
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