Daunte will make an appearance and sign autographs (for a fee) at Fanatics Fest Orlando on November 3rd https://www.fanaticsevents.com/fanaticscollectorlando/ff-orlando-guests

Willing to pay a few quid for the handout. lol

First article I've seen on it:

Hello everyone, I drove out to our UCF Campus today, October 10 to check out our status. I took over 30 pictures but will post only 26.

For the most part our campus did really well. Power is on and there are no blaring obvious problems. There are situations that you will see in the pictures that tell the story.

In a quick theoretical statement I would say we should be able to play our Football game Saturday.


First off I hope all of you made it through the storm ok. I know reading through the thread detailing the Hurricane that people have had damage and are without power. The rest of us in the Dungeon are wishing you the best in overcoming those bummer situations!!!…

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Any takers? LOL.

UCF is playing horrible football this year. I'm going just for the Natasha Beddingfeld pregame concert. UCF wins the tailgate party but on the field... Meh...

Section 213 Row 5, seats 22-23

Tower side/sideline seats

DM if interested

Hey...just wanted to make a separate post in case some folks are trying to get back to thr Orlando area today and maybe tomorrow.

Washout by Hancock Rd...South Bound is closed.

September 20, 2024 - CHARLOTTE & DALLAS – Today, the Big 12 Conference and Raycom Sports launched Big 12 Studios, a new programming and content venture designed to expand and enhance the league’s storytelling efforts.

Big 12 Studios will create and deliver original programming and content to fans as a FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television) channel across multiple major platforms, including planned launches on leading platforms early this Fall that will be announced soon, as well as major VOD platforms such as YouTube. Select programming from Big 12 Studios will also air across local TV stations throughout multiple Big 12 Conference markets, which include Gray Media’s Arizona’s Family Sports Network in Phoenix and Tucson, KSMO in Kansas City, and KMYL in Lubbock, Texas.

Big 12 Studios will feature a variety of programming, such as in-game footage, highlights from recent contests, replays of historic Big 12 Conference showdowns, and in-depth expert analysis. Original content will include profiles of current and former Big 12 Conference student-athletes, highlighting their stories on and off the field.

Big 12 Studios will also feature a weekly show, Inside the 12, which will be distributed on air in addition to the FAST channel and VOD platforms such as YouTube. Hosted by Pete Sousa and Madison Hock, this weekly preview show kicks off this fall, focusing on showcasing the upcoming weekend’s full slate of Big 12 football games. Following football season, Inside the 12 will evolve to spotlight and preview additional Big 12 sports.

“We are thrilled to partner with Raycom Sports to launch the league’s first-ever 24/7 channel,” said Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark. “Storytelling is at the forefront of everything we do and is a key part of our narrative and brand building efforts. Through Big 12 Studios, we have the capability to showcase our brand and deliver original programming to fans across the country.”

“We’re grateful for the opportunity to build new platforms with the Big 12 Conference” said Hunter Nickell, Chief Executive Officer of Raycom Sports. “It’s an exciting new chapter for Raycom Sports to bring Big 12 schools, athletes, and stories to their fans wherever they want it.”

The partnership brings Raycom Sports’ 45+ year history in producing and syndicating college sports programming for television, digital and social media platforms together with the Big 12’s powerful brands and championship history. Raycom Sports’ and the Big 12 Conference’s relationship spans back to the 1980s, when Raycom produced games for the Conference during its days as the Big Eight.

Raycom Sports is owned by Gray Media, which is the largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets in the United States. Gray serves 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

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Top "boosters" run or at least have a say in how most blue-blood CFB programs are run, but I am genuinely curious how much pull top donors at a program at UCF's level have. Some replies to a tweet from notable UCF donors make me wonder how much thought is given to their input. Curious on any insight into the program currently and under previous regimes. Talking specifically around top 10/15 donors. My question being how responsive is the current regime to top donors at a program at UCF's size.

UCF, the FUTURE of College Football:

I know I bought into it, including giving towards The Kingdom.

Ironically, it couldn’t be more opposite. Gus runs an EXTINCT, ancient, boring, predictable High School offensive scheme which only requires WR’s who can block , go up for 50/50 sideline routes and an oversized average passing QB who can be used as an additional RB.

Defensively he has NO interest. As proven by bringing in a previous Graduate Assistant who had ZERO experience as a DC who failed miserably. Only to keep him on staff while adding another Old friend who has been fired by multiple previous schools.

Unfortunately we’re stuck with it as our AD extended his contract as a friend NOT an employer. We should be good for 8-4, 7-5 each season with a CFB rank around 30 year to year. But always remember UCF is the Future of College Football!

It looks like UCF is in the process of updating their schedule page.

The Big 12 home opener vs. Kansas on Sunday, Jan. 5 will be at 4 p.m. on ESPN+.

Jacurris performance as a Knight and highlights at Miami even as a freshman demonstrate he should have been our starter day 1.

I will boldly say that we would be 5-0 right now had he started.

This has to be brought to the forefront ASAP. This is no longer a UCF fan base that expects a build. We expect performance.

Jacurri gives us a chance to win games. KJ can’t do that under duress.

I am humbly asking major donors to make this specific demand if UCF wants your money. It’s a two- way street and you have to be willing to demand the program out other players and fans first. Not one coach or one player. KJ needs to sit .

Who should be QB1
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Given what you’ve already seen with Helene, this is a horrible one two punch. Hope all of you and your families come out of this safe and sound.

Might as well be positive....

If there is a game on Saturday (or if you want to know what the recovery weather will be):

Friday DAY: Not as hot, with a chance of a few showers. High 79 with winds 10-20 mph NNE. 35% chance of rain during the day
Friday Night: Cool, with about 25% chance of rain. Low 66 degrees (will help those without power to get some rest with windows open).

Saturday Tailgate: Chance of a shower (35%) or two in the morning. Then partly cloudy skies with a high of 80 degrees. Chance of rain in the late afternoon and early evening 20%.
Saturday Night: Cooler again...low 66...with a slight chance of a passing shower (20%).

Start at about the 2:50 mark. Wasn't expecting that! 😆
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Welcome to The Knighted One’s Podcast, Episode number 59!! We are the ONLY podcast that features a former UCF National Champion, a former UCF radio host, an ESPN Analyst and Hoops Player, a INfamous rapper, Our Resident Influencer, and an IG star, shooting the breeze, talking UCF Sports. Remember to like and follow us Youtube, IG, and check out the 70+ teams and conferences on the College Huddle.

This week we discuss if it's time to abandon the Gus Bus, if KJ needs to sit out a little or a lot, and wonder if we can get the spark back in our offense before a tough, but beatable Cincinnati knocks us down in the mud even further.

Please comment for subjects that we should cover in our Intern Re-Education segment!

Go Knights! and Charge On!

Introductions
Knights Get Shrek'd In The Swamp - 00:03:44
- A Lifeless Performance
- Putting The "Off" In "Offense"
- It Starts With Gus
- No Leadership, No Hopes, No Clue
- Losing The Games & The Fans
- Is It Time To Ditch The Gus Bus?
- Shifting Goalposts
- Unprepared
- Not Seeing a Path Forward
- Tre Hates False Advertising
- Playing Favorites With Recruiting
- KJ Needs To Sit a Spell
- Lotta Time, Not a Lotta Plays
- QB That Leaves Himself Breathless
Key Takeaways - 01:07:41
- "You Blew It!!"
- Does Gus Have Any Answers At All?
- Wanna Make The QB's Uncomfortable
- Defense Can Only Do So Much
- Getting The Youth Out and About
- Keep The Fans Happy
Week 6 Score Predictions Review - 01:28:39
Week 7 Preview - 01:30:34
- Milton Threatens Our Next Game V Cincy
- Vegas Is More Optimistic Than We Are
- Can We Get Back On Track?
- Their Offense Has a Pulse
- Why Are We Deferring??
- Small Deficits Are Becoming Mountains
- Josh Has a Creative Idea
Week 7 Score Predictions - 01:47:27
- Ben's Pessimistic Prediction
- Last Chance For Redemption
Knights Jumping Ship - 01:52:46
- There Goes The Boom
- Threats Turns Tail
Big 12 Scores Recap - 01:56:11
- The Big Players Aren't Doing That Hot Either
- TCU Win Looks Worse & Worse
Josh’s Sometimes Funny Fact Of The Week - 01:58:26
- The Cincy Point Differential
Allen's Oxymoronic Stats Of The Week - 02:01:55
- Gus' Inconsistent Stats From The Past
UCF Athletic Sports Update - 02:07:32
- Men & Womens Soccer Take L's To WVU
- Women's Volleyball Gets Revenge In W Against WVU
Final Thoughts - 02:09:11

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Welcome to The Knighted One’s Podcast, Episode number 59!! We are the ONLY podcast that features a former UCF National Champion, a former UCF radio host, an ESPN Analyst and Hoops Player, a INfamous rapper, Our Resident Influencer, and an IG star, shooting the breeze, talking UCF Sports. Remember to like and follow us Youtube, IG, and check out the 70+ teams and conferences on the College Huddle.

This week we discuss if it's time to abandon the Gus Bus, if KJ needs to sit out a little or a lot, and wonder if we can get the spark back in our offense before a tough, but beatable Cincinnati knocks us down in the mud even further.

Please comment for subjects that we should cover in our Intern Re-Education segment!

Go Knights! and Charge On!

Introductions
Knights Get Shrek'd In The Swamp - 00:03:44
- A Lifeless Performance
- Putting The "Off" In "Offense"
- It Starts With Gus
- No Leadership, No Hopes, No Clue
- Losing The Games & The Fans
- Is It Time To Ditch The Gus Bus?
- Shifting Goalposts
- Unprepared
- Not Seeing a Path Forward
- Tre Hates False Advertising
- Playing Favorites With Recruiting
- KJ Needs To Sit a Spell
- Lotta Time, Not a Lotta Plays
- QB That Leaves Himself Breathless
Key Takeaways - 01:07:41
- "You Blew It!!"
- Does Gus Have Any Answers At All?
- Wanna Make The QB's Uncomfortable
- Defense Can Only Do So Much
- Getting The Youth Out and About
- Keep The Fans Happy
Week 6 Score Predictions Review - 01:28:39
Week 7 Preview - 01:30:34
- Milton Threatens Our Next Game V Cincy
- Vegas Is More Optimistic Than We Are
- Can We Get Back On Track?
- Their Offense Has a Pulse
- Why Are We Deferring??
- Small Deficits Are Becoming Mountains
- Josh Has a Creative Idea
Week 7 Score Predictions - 01:47:27
- Ben's Pessimistic Prediction
- Last Chance For Redemption
Knights Jumping Ship - 01:52:46
- There Goes The Boom
- Threats Turns Tail
Big 12 Scores Recap - 01:56:11
- The Big Players Aren't Doing That Hot Either
- TCU Win Looks Worse & Worse
Josh’s Sometimes Funny Fact Of The Week - 01:58:26
- The Cincy Point Differential
Allen's Oxymoronic Stats Of The Week - 02:01:55
- Gus' Inconsistent Stats From The Past
UCF Athletic Sports Update - 02:07:32
- Men & Womens Soccer Take L's To WVU
- Women's Volleyball Gets Revenge In W Against WVU
Final Thoughts - 02:09:11

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There are still many unknowns about the ability to play this game based on Hurricane Milton, however the UCF Knights are trying to stay prepared and focused.

Head Coach Gus Malzahn and players know that they will have to bring a better effort than they have recently if they want to beat conference rival Cincinnati.

Check it out here ... from the Sons of UCF.

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I just got in this thing because the join button appeared, and holy hell what a cesspool of toxicity. The Twitter pigpen has nothing on these miserable people - from plastering coaches’ photos on blast, to players’ parents lobbying publicly for PT. It’s rough in there.

for football anyway.

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"Under the proposal, football players could only enter the portal during a 30-day window that begins after the completion of conference championship games, which, this year, is Dec. 9-Jan. 7. Under the current transfer policy, players can also enter the portal from April 16-30.

The proposal would eliminate the April window. If players enter the portal outside of the established windows, they are not eligible to play immediately at their next school barring the granting of an NCAA waiver. The change would come on the heels of another alteration in the portal windows, limiting the window from 45 to 30 days."

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