GO TEAM

After a weird 2020 season, college football teams around the state are ready to hit the eld.

// WRITTEN & COMPILED BY MELISSA PETERSON

Let’s face it. The 2020 college football season was less than exciting. Concerns over spectators in the stadiums and wonky schedules due to Covid left many fans ready for a do-over season. Thankfully, college football is making a comeback. Check out news and schedules for your favorite Florida teams, as well as a great tailgating recipe if you’re keeping the party at home this year.

UF GATORS

Florida football is back in the Swamp, and now fans can add VIP experiences to their game days. On top of the return to tailgating and the Gator Walk, Swamp Moments will take your Gator pride to the next level. Swamp Moments can get fans on the field as the team warms up, a meet-and-greet with Coach Spurrier, the chance to share a special message on the video board and much more. To learn more about this program, search Swamp Moments on floridagators.com.

Tickets are still available for the 2021 season. Purchase tickets online, or call the Gators Ticket Office at (352) 375-4683, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm. You can also follow the Gator Ticket Office on Twitter at @GatorsTix for all the latest information.

Check out the schedule below for a list of home games happening in the Swamp.

Florida Atlantic // September 4 Alabama // September 18 Tennessee // September 25 Vanderbilt // October 9 Samford // November 13 Florida State // November 27 FSU SEMINOLES

This year marks the 75th season of Florida State football, as well as basketball, baseball, golf, swimming and diving, and tennis. Marking the 75th intercollegiate season (prior seasons were before Florida State made the transition from Florida State College for Women to co-ed Florida State University in 1946), FSU played its rst football game on October 18, 1947 against Stetson at Centennial Field in Tallahassee. “We are looking forward to recognizing the signi cance of Florida State University’s 75th season of intercollege athletics, and I think our fans will enjoy our season-long e ort to honor our history at the games,” said FSU Vice President and Director of Athletics David Coburn in a press release on the Seminoles.com website. “We will look back over the legendary players, historically signi cant coaches and championship teams

UCF KNIGHTS HOME GAMES

Boise State // September 2 Bethune-Cookman // September 11 East Carolina // October 9 Memphis // October 22 Tulane // November 6 UConn // November 20 South Florida // November 26

Learn more and purchase tickets at ucfknights.com.

USF BULLS HOME GAMES

Florida // September 11 Florida A&M // September 18 Tulsa // October 16 Temple // October 23 Houston // November 6 Cincinnati // November 12

Stay up to date on all the USF happenings and purchase tickets at gousfbulls.com.

MIAMI HURRICANES HOME GAMES

Appalachian State // September 11 Michigan State // September 18 Central Conn. State // September 25 Virginia // September 30 NC State // October 23 Georgia Tech // November 6 Virginia Tech // November 20

Purchase single game tickets at miamihurricanes.com.

over the years.”

FSU Athletics and Seminole Boosters are finalizing plans to include fans and former players in recognition of the historic seasons.

Single game tickets are on sale for the following home games and can be purchased online at seminoles.com.

Notre Dame // September 5 Jacksonville State // September 11 Louisville // September 25 Syracuse // October 2 UMass // October 23 North Carolina State // November 6 Miami // November 13 BUFFALO-PECAN PIMENTO CHEESE DIP* Visit AmericanPecan.com for more recipes.

• 1 cup raw pecan pieces • 1/2 pound (2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese, grated • 1 jar (4 ounces) sliced pimentos • 2 tablespoons red hot sauce • 2 tablespoons mayo • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper • 1 tablespoon chives, freshly chopped • veggies & crackers, for serving

Preheat oven to 350°F. On baking sheet, spread pecans and roast 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant, tossing once halfway through. Remove from oven and set aside to cool completely. In bowl, combine cheddar cheese, pimentos with juice, hot sauce, mayo, salt and pepper. Stir until combined. Add 3/4 of pecan pieces and mix until combined. Place dip in serving bowl and top with remaining pecan pieces and freshly chopped chives. Serve with veggies and crackers.