Tickets On Sale Now
Tampa, Fla. (December 7, 2025) – The Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl has announced that the Memphis Tigers (8-4), representing the American Conference, and the NC State Wolfpack (7-5) from the Atlantic Coast Conference have accepted invitations to compete in this year’s game. The 17th edition of the bowl game presented by the United States Air Force will be played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., on Friday, December 19, at 2:30 p.m. ET and will air on ESPN.
“We’re excited to return to Raymond James Stadium as the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl continues to grow in impact each year,” said Executive Director Scott Glaser. “With the Memphis Tigers and NC State Wolfpack set to bring their passionate fan bases and competitive spirit to Tampa, we look forward to delivering another unforgettable bowl experience for the community, student-athletes, and fans on Friday, December 19.”
The Memphis Tigers secured their bowl berth following a strong campaign that showcased one of the AAC’s most dynamic offenses and a resilient defensive unit, reinforcing the Tigers’ stature on the national stage. This postseason trip, after an 8-4 season, extends Memphis’ streak of bowl appearances and offers an opportunity to cap the season with another statement performance for Tiger Nation. Their appearance marks a notable return to the Gasparilla Bowl, where they competed in the inaugural game against USF in 2008.
The Wolfpack earned its spot in the 2025 Gasparilla Bowl after a hard-fought season that demonstrated NC State’s trademark resilience and competitive fire within the ACC. With a finish of 7–5 this year, the Wolfpack is bringing a veteran roster and a balanced attack to Tampa, ready to challenge one of the country’s most consistent bowl showings. This game marks a return to the Gasparilla Bowl for NC State — the program previously appeared in the 2014, defeating UCF 34–27 — and the Wolfpack are eager to add another memorable chapter to their postseason legacy.
Tickets for the 2025 Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com. College football fans who want to catch all of the action with their favorite krewe of ten or more people can purchase discounted Group Ticket packages by calling 813.301.6900. The Memphis Tigers represent the 2025 Gasparilla Bowl’s visiting team and will be on the WEST sideline of Raymond James Stadium. The NC State Wolfpack will be the visiting team located on the EAST sideline.
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The Gasparilla Bowl is one of 17 college football bowl games owned and operated by ESPN Events, a division of ESPN. For more information on this year’s bowl game and the bowl week events, please visit GasparillaBowl.com or follow along on social media at @GasparillaBowl.
Available Media: Memphis Tigers Assets | NC State Assets
About ESPN Events
ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, owns and operates a portfolio of collegiate sporting events nationwide. In the 2025-26 academic year, the 35-event schedule includes three early-season college football kickoff games, 17 college bowl games, 10 college basketball events, two college volleyball events, the premiere regular season college softball and gymnastics events, as well as the Band of the Year National Championship. Collectively, these events account for over 400 hours of live programming on ESPN platforms, reaching 60 million viewers and attracting more than 650,000 annual attendees. Each year, the portfolio of events features more than 20 Division I conferences and hosts over 4,000 participating student-athletes. With satellite offices in more than 10 cities across the country, ESPN Events builds relationships with conferences, schools and local communities, as well as providing unique experiences for teams and fans.
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About Union Home Mortgage
Union Home Mortgage Corp. (UHM) is a high-growth, full-service retail, wholesale, and consumer direct independent mortgage banking company with branches across the U.S. in 48 states + D.C. UHM is an in-house loan servicer offering world-class customer service through high touch communication & technology. A privately held family business, with a collaborative culture that stands out in the mortgage industry, UHM Partners (employees) are guided by a Code of Conduct that emphasizes respect, open communication, and accountability. All these principles translate to industry-leading customer retention and satisfaction. Some honors include being one of USA Today’s Top Workplaces and an Eleven-Year Northeast Ohio Top Workplace. Learn more at uhm.com.
Media Contacts:
Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl:
Jennifer Renspie, 813.352.9115, [email protected]
ESPN Media Contacts:
Danny Chi, [email protected]
Andrea DiCristoforo, [email protected]
The Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl is now accepting applications for game-day media credentials. The deadline for all submissions is Friday, December 12, at 5:00 p.m. (ET).