Reservations are still available for the annual Northwestern State/Independence Bowl Kickoff Luncheon, sponsored by John and Lynne Manno, set for Thursday in Shreveport.

The longtime event, which will honor the 50th anniversary of Shreveport’s bowl game, will take place inside Superior’s Steakhouse, located at 855 Pierremont Avenue in Shreveport. The luncheon begins at 11:45 a.m., one week ahead of Northwestern’s season opener against Louisiana Christian in Natchitoches on Thursday, Aug. 27.

Cost for the all-inclusive lunch is $25 and includes salad, a plated meal and dessert.

Reservations are being accepted by contacting the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl office at 318-221-0721. Attendees are asked to bring cash or check to the event to cover the cost.

The luncheon features NSU athletics director Kevin Bostian, third-year Demon head coach Blaine McCorkle and members of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl staff. Bostian and McCorkle will preview the 2026 season while bowl staffers will provide updates on the 50th annual Independence Bowl, which is scheduled for Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Shreveport’s Independence Stadium.