May 27, 2021
The game date and kickoff time for Orlando’s Vrbo Citrus Bowl were announced on Thursday as part of ESPN’s 2021-22 college football schedule release. The 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl will kick off at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, Jan. 1 at Camping World Stadium and will mark the 75th anniversary of the inaugural Tangerine Bowl game on Jan. 1, 1947 at the same site. The matchup will pit the Southeastern Conference against the Big Ten Conference and will be televised […]
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Dec 20, 2020
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]The No. 14 Northwestern Wildcats (6-1, 6-1 Big Ten) and the Auburn Tigers (6-4, 6-4 SEC) will meet in the 2021 Vrbo Citrus Bowl. Florida Citrus Sports chairman Ken Robinson and CEO Steve Hogan announced the matchup today on behalf of the organization. The 75th edition of the game will take place at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 1 at Camping World Stadium and will be televised nationally by ABC. The game will mark the second ever meeting between […]
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Oct 29, 2020
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The game dates and kickoff times for this season’s Vrbo Citrus Bowl was announced this morning as part of ESPN’s 2020-21 college football bowl schedule release. The 75th Vrbo Citrus Bowl, pitting the SEC against the Big Ten, will be played in its traditional New Year’s Day timeslot, kicking off at 1 p.m. ET on Friday, Jan. 1 on ABC. In last year’s game, Alabama defeated Michigan 35-16, with Crimson Tide wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, a first-round pick of the Denver Broncos, taking home game MVP honors. Information regarding […]
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Dec 18, 2019
The NFL released its Pro Bowl rosters this week, with four former Citrus Bowl participants selected to appear in the game, which will take place on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. at Camping World Stadium. The list includes 2016 Heisman Trophy winner and vote leader Lamar Jackson, along with Maurkice Pouncey who will be making his eighth Pro Bowl appearance. The full list of Citrus Bowl alumni on this year’s rosters can be found below: Maurkice Pouncey (2008- Florida) […]
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Dec 08, 2019
The No. 13 Alabama Crimson Tide (10-2, 6-2 SEC) and the 14th-ranked Michigan Wolverines (9-3, 6-3 Big Ten) will meet in the Vrbo Citrus Bowl. Florida Citrus Sports chairman Tom Sittema and CEO Steve Hogan announced the matchup today on behalf of the organization’s Team Selection Committee. The 74th edition of the game will take place at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1 at Camping World Stadium and will be televised nationally by ABC. This year’s Vrbo Citrus Bowl will […]
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Dec 05, 2019
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Pregame Hospitality The Mercedes-Benz of South Orlando Hospitality Pavilion is back this year to provide the ultimate tailgating experience to fans. Starting three hours before kickoff, fans can enjoy this climate-controlled VIP area next to Camping World Stadium featuring lounge seating and all-inclusive food and beverage while the team marching bands make special private performances. Tickets are available for the Vrbo Citrus Bowl for $85, all children two years and older will require a ticket. Members of Florida Citrus […]
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Oct 28, 2019
Vrbo®, the go-to place for families and friends to book vacation homes, cabins and condos, announced today the renewal of its title sponsorship of the Citrus Bowl, continuing its relationship with ESPN and Florida Citrus Sports (FCS). “Connecting families and giving them memorable experiences together is core to everything we do at Vrbo,” said Judy Kay, senior vice president of strategy at Vrbo. “We are thrilled to team up with Florida Citrus Sports again because of their dedication to serving […]
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Jul 23, 2019
The Big Ten Conference and Southeastern Conference have agreed to partnership extensions with the Citrus Bowl through the 2025-26 season, Florida Citrus Sports CEO Steve Hogan announced Tuesday. As part of the updated agreement, the Citrus Bowl will retain the top selection outside of the College Football Playoff series of bowls in both conferences. “We’re thrilled to extend the Citrus Bowl’s relationships with the SEC and Big Ten through the next bowl cycle,” Hogan said. “Our decades-long partnership with both […]
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