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St. Petersburg: Hi 70ºF, Lo: 57ºF, Sun & Clouds
Today’s Headlines
PICNIC IN THE PARK
The coaches, players and athletic staff gathered in Vinoy Park, joining the St. Petersburg Bowl staff, sponsors, community leaders and fans for a Picnic in the Park catered by Lucky Dill Deli.
TEAM PRACTICES
UCF & NC State each conducted an hour-long practice today at Tropicana Field. Sessions were closed to media.
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
The Battle of the Bands took place at the Sirata Beach Resort this afternoon. The bands and cheerleaders competed head-to-head in multiple events on the beach including numerous tug-of-war competitions.
MEDIA SCHEDULE
GAMEDAY
FRIDAY, DEC 26
9:00 a.m.
Stadium tour for media. Other media may also join in on the tour. Please park in Lot 1 and meet at Gate 7.
For more information contact Ashley Wheeler at 386.366.4133.
2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Fan Tailgate Extravaganza
Ferg’s Sports Bar & Grill
1320 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL
5:00 p.m.
Media Will-Call Opens
Gate 4 – Tropicana Field
5:00 p.m.
Press Box Opens
Gate 4 – Tropicana Field
8:05 p.m.
Kickoff – 2014 St. Petersburg Bowl
NC State vs. UCF