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The AutoZone Liberty Bowl has been a Memphis tradition for over 60 years, and the President’s Gala was a premier party held on the eve of the game between University of Cincinnati and the US Naval Academy. Held at the Peabody Hotel, a cocktail reception was followed by an elegant dinner and a performance by country music star Matt Stell. The head coaches' wives were honored and University dignitaries were also recognized. Matt was selected to receive the 2025 AutoZone Liberty Bowl Outstanding Achievement Award. Each year, this award is presented by the AutoZone Liberty Bowl and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in recognition of excellence in the field of music and entertainment. This time-honored recognition dates back to the early years of St. Jude and its founder, entertainer Danny Thomas. The AutoZone Liberty Bowl is much more than a game–it has had a $1.1B economic impact for Memphis and $6M donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. libertybowl.org