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Lipscomb Academy is delighted to announce An Evening with Nick Saban on Friday, May 8, 2026. The seven-time national championship-winning coach and ESPN College GameDay analyst will deliver a keynote address on leadership, self-discipline, and excellence offering the Nashville community a rare opportunity to hear from one of the most successful coaches in college football history.
A Leader on Campus
"We are honored to have Coach Saban on our campus," said Dr. Brad Schultz, head of Lipscomb Academy. "Coach Saban exemplifies the kind of leadership and character we strive to instill in our students every day. His commitment to excellence, both on and off the field, aligns with our mission to prepare learners for purposeful lives."
For one night only, attendees will hear Coach Saban reflect on lessons learned from a legendary career spanning nearly three decades. The evening offers multiple experiences, including an intimate VIP dinner with moderated Q&A in the George Shinn Center, followed by a motivational keynote address in Allen Arena on the Lipscomb University campus.
Investing in Excellence
Ticket Options
VIP Experience (Limited Availability)
Pre-event dinner with moderated Q&A in the George Shinn Center
About Nick Saban
Nick Saban has led his teams to seven college football national championships—the most titles earned by any head coach in the sport's history. He captured his first title at Louisiana State University in 2003 and six more at the University of Alabama. At the conclusion of his 28th season as a collegiate head coach, Saban retired in 2024 with a career record of 297-71-1, an .806 win percentage.
Recent Honors
- 2025: Inducted into the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame; won first Emmy for Outstanding Personality/Emerging On-Air Talent
- 2024: Received ESPY Icon Award; inducted into NCAA Mid-American Conference Hall of Fame
- SEC Coach of the Year: 2020, 2016, 2009, 2008, 2003
- AP Coach of the Year: 2008, 2003
Saban currently serves as an analyst for ESPN College GameDay, where he provides expert commentary on college football's biggest matchups.