USF has news that’s cooler than the other side of the pillow. For the second year in a row, ESPN’s SportsCenter is coming to Tampa to broadcast live ahead of a South Florida football game this Thursday, November 12.
The ‘SportsCenter on Campus’ production will broadcast live from 5-5:30 pm at Bulls Bay outside of Raymond James Stadium as part of the lead-up to the Bulls’ big American Conference matchup against Memphis, which kicks off at 8 pm at Raymond James Stadium. Hosted by Matt Barrie, the live show will be part of a full slate of festivities and pre-game tailgate parties leading up to kickoff.
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The broadcast is free to attend and open to all, with Blitz Buses dropping students off at the stadium starting at 3:30 pm. The broadcast will have extra emphasis on the students, as ESPN’s flagship program has been visiting college campuses on Thursdays throughout the college football season, capturing the atmosphere, traditions and storylines surrounding that week’s matchup.
Bulls Blitz buses will begin loading at 3:30 with the first two buses dropping off students on the east side of the stadium to allow for students to attend ‘SportsCenter On Campus.’ Among the attractions in Bulls Bay will be an elite bucking bull provided by Professional Bull Riders (PBR). Fans can also enjoy additional events outside of the stadium, including the American Conference Tailgate tour, which will be located in lot 6D.
Falling in the same week as Veterans Day, the matchup against Memphis is South Florida’s annual Salute to Service game and will include several military-themed activations throughout the contest. Coca-Cola thundersticks will be available at all gates while supplies last (10,000).
If you can’t make it to the game, be sure to tune into ESPN at 5 pm on Thursday, November 12, to see SportsCenter live from Raymond James Stadium. With Matt Barrie returning to host after last year’s debut visit, this one should be plenty spirited.
