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Knights athletic teams have earned landmark victories on state and national stages β€” leading them to become the youngest Power Four institution in the country. As the Big 12 Conference’s flagship institution in the state of Florida, ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ is rising to the challenge of this new era with 12 NCAA postseason team appearances across all sports and conference championship titles in men’s soccer, women’s tennis and rowing. But some of our student-athletes’ most important triumphs have been in the classroom, where they’ve achieved an average GPA of 3.0 or higher for 36 consecutive semesters and a graduation success rate of 94%, which ranks among the top four schools in the Big 12.β€―

Being a part of the action is an important part of the ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ experience β€” because we’re never as strong alone as we are together. For schedules, tickets, stats and more, visit .

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The ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ football team opens the season at home against Bethune-Cookman on Thursday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m. on ESPN+.  The 2026 campaign marks the 20th season of the Acrisure Bounce House. For the most up-to-date information about ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ football,…

Looking Ahead

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Football Game Day Traditions

Knight Nation is known for bringing energy and excitement to Acrisure Bounce House, creating one of the best home field advantages in college football.

Check out some of the game day traditions ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ fans look forward to:

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Before coming to campus

Find out what to wear for specific games on social media. From blackouts to out-of-this-world attire for SpaceU, choosing your game day gear isn’t just about joining forces with fellow Knights — it looks incredible on camera, too.

Tailgate

Various opening times

Embrace the electric atmosphere with several official tailgating spots around campus β€” Memory Mall being the most iconic. Celebrate responsibly. Opening times can vary per tailgate location, per game.

Knight Walk

2 hours and 15 minutes before kickoff

Line up along IOA Plaza (on the northwest side of the stadium) to hype up your Knights football team as they head to the locker room.

March to Victory

1 hour and 30 minutes before kickoff

Join Knightro, Pegasus, the Marching Knights and the ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ spirit teams near Knights Plaza (in front of Addition Financial Arena) for a high-energy parade to the Acrisure Bounce House.

First Bounce Pregame Show

30 minutes before kickoff

Let’s pack the Acrisure Bounce House! Find your seat early to catch all the excitement and entertainment.

Zombie Nation

4 minutes and 7 seconds (4:07) before kickoff

Bounce and cheer when your β€œU-C-F Knights” run onto the field as Zombie Nation’s β€œKernkraft 400” blasts in the Acrisure Bounce House.

Knight Lights

At kickoff for select night games

Turn on your cell phone’s flashlight and hold it up high for a stellar start to the game.

Alma Mater

Before and after home games

Everyone is invited to sing along to the ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ alma mater.

Space Game

Once annually

A fan favorite since debuting in 2017, this matchup honors ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½β€™s origin story as SpaceU — founded to fuel our nation’s space program and help put humans on the moon. For this game, we trade Black & Gold for Canaveral Blue as the Knights become the Citronauts — with highly anticipated, exclusive uniforms launching every year.

Knight Nation has some of the most celebrated game day traditions, but there are plenty more ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ traditions to enjoy throughout the year, too!

ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ Fight Song

ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ charge onto the field
With our spirit, we’ll never yield
Black & Gold
Charge right through the line
Victory is our cry … V-I-C-T-O-R-Y
Tonight our Knights will shine!
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Tailgating Tips

Tailgating before Knights football games is one of the most celebrated traditions at ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½. It offers a special time for reunions of family, friends and alumni. ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ is pleased to host these gatherings and welcome all of our guests to campus. We expect all fans to celebrate responsibly and adhere to the rules while on campus. And remember to stay hydrated.

ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ cheerleaders at a football game.

Additional Resources

Whether you’re attending your first Knights game or have been a longtime season ticket holder, there’s a lot to know about game day on campus. These links will provide important information you should know before arriving to the Acrisure Bounce House and help you live your best fan life.

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Game Day Safety

Protecting campus is the  top priority, so if you see activity that looks suspicious, say something. ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½PD can be reached 24/7 by calling 407-823-5555 or 911 in an emergency.

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Knight Your Ride

With the official ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ plate, you can rep Black & Gold on the road. Plus, you’ll support student scholarships. This is your license to launch β€” so put your future in drive!

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β€œI loved wearing the Black & Gold and representing this great school. I learned a lot since stepping foot on the ΒιΆΉΣ³»­΄«Γ½ campus. Each experience taught me something of great value. Thank you to all of the people who support our program and help provide scholarships for student-athletes.”