MOUNT OLIVE, N.C. --- The University of Mount Olive will host the 56th Annual Mt. Olive Pickle Classic at Kornegay Arena this weekend Nov. 19-20. The Pickle Classic still remains as one of the oldest basketball events in the nation.
 
The Trojans welcome Barton College, Saint Augustine's and Virginia State back for the Pickle Classic in person, after the 2020 classic was held virtually.  In 2019 UMO went 1-1 in the classic falling to Virginia State (99-84) on day one and defeating Concord University (104-91) in day two. Mount Olive comes into the classic 0-2 on the season falling twice in the Barton 45-Second Classic to Augusta University (83-65) and Columbus State University (88-67).


All games can be watched online as well on the Trojan Sports Network (TSN) and live stats are available.
 
Throughout the weekend UMO Athletics will continue regular traditions during the Pickle Classic and those will include the following below:

• Recognition of UMO's championship teams from 2020-21.
• Retirement of three Trojan athletic jerseys.

Below is the basketball schedule for Pickle Classic Weekend:

Friday, Nov. 19
Barton vs. St. Augustine's 5 p.m.
Virginia State vs. Mount Olive 7 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 20
Barton vs. Virginia State 5 p.m.
St. Augustine's vs. Mount Olive 7 p.m.  

Ticket Prices
All-Session Pass: $15 (advance sale only)
Single-Day Pass: $10 per day
(Children 4 and under admitted free)

Fans can still purchase advance tickets, at a discounted rate, for the 56th Annual Pickle Classic until Nov. 18. Please call the UMO Athletics Tickets Office (8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday) or by calling 919-658-7759.

The Pickle Classic is presented by the Mt. Olive Pickle Company and the Alliance Club of Mount Olive.