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UCF KNIGHTS


UCF dominates Villanova in final tuneup before Big 12 debut

Timmy McClain and the Knights got to work early and dominated Villanova 48-14 to close their non-conference schedule as they look ahead to their first conference game as members of the Big 12 next week at Kansas State.

UCF vs. Villanova: Just the (fun) facts

Did you know this about UCF football?

PREVIEW: UCF plans for 1st game without starting QB John Rhys Plumlee

The UCF Knights return to Orlando to play against Villanova on Saturday.

UCF QB John Rhys Plumlee to ‘miss a few weeks;’ Timmy McClain to start against Villanova

UCF quarterback John Rhys Plumlee will miss “a few weeks” after suffering a leg injury against Boise State, according to head coach Gus Malzahn.

UCF tries to avoid the Boise State blues

The UCF Knights will see blue everywhere they look on Saturday night when they kick off in the capital city of Idaho at 7 p.m. ET.

Big 12 faces a week of big-time matchups after a tough start to the college football season

There are some heavyweight showdowns for Big 12 schools in Week 2 of the college football season.

UCF Knights get off to fast start in first Big 12 season, defeat Kent State in opener

The UCF Knights got off to a fast start, dominating Kent State in their season opener.

UCF opens Big 12 era at home vs. Kent State with Plumlee back and settled with quick-strike offense

UCF will open its first season as a member of the Big 12 against Kent State.

UCF living large in Big 12: Here are 5 things to look for in 2023

News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh takes a look at the upcoming football season for UCF.

Excitement builds among UCF coaches, athletic director with official move to Big 12

July 1 marks the official day UCF joins the Big 12 conference. Read what the athletic director and some coaches are saying.

UCF releases its Big 12 Conference football schedule. Here’s when the Knights play

The Knights debuted its 2023 football schedule as a new member of the Big 12 Conference.

UCF football player, woman arrested in Orlando home invasion robbery, police say

A UCF football player and woman were arrested in connection with an armed home invasion robbery in Orlando last week, according to the police department.

Duke contains Plumlee, beats UCF 30-13 in Military Bowl

Riley Leonard threw for 173 yards and ran for two touchdowns, and Duke wrapped up an impressive first season under Mike Elko with a 30-13 victory over UCF in the Military Bowl.

Plumlee, UCF set to face Duke in Military Bowl

John Rhys Plumlee and UCF will hope the break in their schedule was beneficial when they face Duke in the Military Bowl.

Duke caps turnaround with Military Bowl matchup against UCF

Duke's ball-control offense will go up against a coach known for playing up-tempo.

Former UCF football player Mike Merritt killed in wrong-way crash in Orange County

A former UCF football player was killed in a crash in Orange County, troopers confirm.

UCF to play Duke in Military Bowl

After failing to beat Tulane in the AAC championship game, UCF learned on Sunday who they will play in their bowl game.

No. 25 UCF beats rival USF 46-39 to reach AAC title game

Alec Holler made a leaping, one-handed catch for a touchdown on a 14-yard pass from Mikey Keene with 20 seconds remaining to lead No. 25 UCF to a 46-39 win over South Florida on Saturday night and earn a spot in the American Athletic Conference championship game.

AP Top 25: Georgia has No. 1 on lock, UCF moves up to No. 22

Georgia has tightened its hold on No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll.

McKenzie Milton, 3MG Roofing offer ‘Ultimate Fan Experience’

McKenzie Milton is one of the greatest players in UCF history. Now, the quarterback who led the Knights to unprecedented heights is one of the program’s biggest cheerleaders.

Louisville Cardinals beat out UCF Knights 20 - 14

The UCF Knights lost their pivotal match Friday evening against the Louisville Cardinals in a 20 - 14 upset.

No more Bounce House? UCF football stadium will now be know as this

The UCF Athletic Association has come to a naming rights agreement for the Knights’ home football stadium.

No more Bounce House? UCF football stadium will now be known as this

The UCF Athletic Association has come to a naming rights agreement for the Knights’ home football stadium.

UCF football schedule released, Knights to play Cincinnati in Orlando

The football schedule for the 2022 season for the University of Central Florida has been released.

Former UCF quarterback Dillon Gabriel now says he will play at Oklahoma

Former University of Central Florida quarterback Dillon Gabriel now says he will continue his career at Oklahoma, according to College Football insider Brett McMurphy.

UCF vs. Florida State basketball game canceled due to COVID-19 protocols

The University of Central Florida vs. Florida State University basketball game has been canceled due to COVID-19 protocols.

Former UCF quarterback Dillon Gabriel to play at UCLA

Former University of Central Florida quarterback Dillion Gabriel will continue his college football career at the University of California, Los Angeles.

WATCH LIVE: Florida discusses upcoming bowl game vs. UCF

The Florida Gators are Las Vegas favorites in the Gasparilla Bowl against the University of Central Florida Knights.

Will Florida play against UCF in a bowl game?

The college football regular season has wrapped up and the bowl game matchups will be announced this weekend.

Ticket prices to increase for UCF football games due to team moving to Big 12

The University of Central Florida announced ticket prices will increase for football games at the Bounce House.

UCF vs. UConn: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida Knights will host the Connecticut Huskies at 4 p.m. on Saturday.

UCF vs. Temple: How to watch, stream, listen,

UCF vs. Temple: How to watch, stream, listen,

The University of Central Florida Knights will be in Philadelphia this weekend as the team plays against the Temple Owls at Lincoln Financial Field at noon on Saturday.

Fan who received Tom Brady’s 600th TD pass is a UCF alumnus

Fan who received Tom Brady’s 600th TD pass is a UCF alumnus

The fan who received Tom Brady’s 600th touchdown pass is a University of Central Florida alumnus Byron Kennedy, the school posted on social media.

UCF lineman to honor his grandpa, WWII veteran, in Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Lake Eola

UCF lineman to honor his grandpa, WWII veteran, in Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Lake Eola

The senior is a big man with a big heart, especially for his family.

UCF vs. Memphis: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. Memphis: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida Knights will host the Memphis Tigers at 7 p.m. on Friday.

UCF is next as No. 3 Cincinnati tries to stay among elite

UCF is next as No. 3 Cincinnati tries to stay among elite

No. 3 Cincinnati will try to show it belongs among the nation's elite teams.

UCF vs. Cincinnati: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. Cincinnati: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida Knights will play in the team’s biggest game of the season as UCF goes to Ohio to play against the No. 3 Cincinnati Bearcats at noon on Saturday.

UCF vs. East Carolina University: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. East Carolina University: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida will look to get the team’s first conference win of the season as the Knights host the East Carolina Pirates at 6 p.m. on Saturday.

Navy scores 17 fourth-quarter points to overtake UCF 34-30

Navy scores 17 fourth-quarter points to overtake UCF 34-30

Tai Lavatai returned from a two-game injury absence to lead Navy back from a 13-point fourth-quarter deficit and a 34-30 win over UCF for the Midshipmen’s first victory this season.

UCF vs. Navy: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. Navy: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida will head to Maryland this weekend to play against the Navy Midshipmen at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.

UCF vs. Louisville: How to watch, stream and listen

UCF vs. Louisville: How to watch, stream and listen

The University of Central Florida Knights will head to Kentucky this week to play against the Louisville Cardinals at 7:30 p.m. this Friday.

UCF Board of Trustees accept invitation to Big 12

UCF Board of Trustees accept invitation to Big 12

The Big 12 has added four new members with BYU, UCF, Cincinnati and Houston formally accepting invitations to join the league.

AP source: Big 12 presidents set to vote on adding UCF and 3 other schools

AP source: Big 12 presidents set to vote on adding UCF and 3 other schools

The Big 12 Conference is moving quickly to add new schools.

UCF vs. Bethune-Cookman: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. Bethune-Cookman: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida defeated Boise State University in its home opener and now the team is looking for the second win of the season at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday against Bethune-Cookman.

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Happy September!

UCF defensive lineman arrested for DUI days before home opener

UCF defensive lineman arrested for DUI days before home opener

A University Central Florida defensive lineman was arrested for driving under the influence just days before the team’s home opener against Boise State.

UCF vs. Boise State: How to watch, stream, listen

UCF vs. Boise State: How to watch, stream, listen

The University of Central Florida Knights will host the Boise State Broncos at 9:45 p.m. (at the earliest) on Thursday. The game was set for 7 p.m. but was delayed due to lightning.

Here’s what you need to know about UCF’s game-day COVID-19 protocols

Here’s what you need to know about UCF’s game-day COVID-19 protocols

The University of Central Florida is getting ready to kick off football season but before you head to the Bounce House to watch the Knights play, there’s a few things the university wants you to ensure a safe season amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

UCF’s stadium could soon have a new name

UCF’s stadium could soon have a new name

UCF Board of Trustees to discuss naming deal Wednesday.

UCF football to play against Florida 3 times in latest scheduling agreement

UCF football to play against Florida 3 times in latest scheduling agreement

The University of Central Florida will play against the University of Florida in three games in the latest scheduling agreement.

Former UCF quarterback helping student-athletes cash in

Former UCF quarterback helping student-athletes cash in

Brandon Wimbush roamed the halls at the University of Central Florida before as a graduate transfer on the Knights football team in 2019.

‘Your Brand is Go For Launch:’ UCF using new law to recruit more student-athletes

‘Your Brand is Go For Launch:’ UCF using new law to recruit more student-athletes

The University of Central Florida is using a new strategy to recruit more student-athletes just a week after Florida passed a bill to allow college athletes to make money from sports fame.

Falcons draft UCF safety Richie Grant with No. 40 pick

Falcons draft UCF safety Richie Grant with No. 40 pick

The Atlanta Falcons have addressed a glaring need by selecting safety Richie Grant of Central Florida in the second round of the NFL draft.

SAVE THE DATE: Seminole County 2021 graduations moving to UCF’s football stadium

SAVE THE DATE: Seminole County 2021 graduations moving to UCF’s football stadium

(Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – High school seniors in Seminole County will attend their graduation ceremonies at the University of Central Florida’s football stadium this year after an agreement between the school district and UCF. Seminole County Superintendent Dr. Walt Griffin made the announcement this week in a video to families. Griffin said school leadership officials have been working since November to try and find a better solution for graduations amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. In February, Seminole County parents were notified that their high school seniors’ graduations would be in the auditorium like the year before and students would be required to reserve graduation time slots. Seminole County high schools executive director Mike Gaudreau said the district also looked at using the Amway Center, but it was already booked for Orange County Public Schools events.

UCF basketball team visits Lorraine Motel before game against Memphis

UCF basketball team visits Lorraine Motel before game against Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Ahead of Monday’s away game against the Memphis Tigers, the University of Central Florida men’s basketball team was in for quite a visit. “It’s more than just basketball, and I think it’s important to know your history,” head coach Johnny Dawkins said. “Show young people what’s going on in history, try to broaden their horizons because it’s bigger than just basketball,” Coach Dawkins said. When the team wasn’t learning about history, they were practicing for the games against the Tigers but also taking in the city. AdThe UCF Knights will face off the Memphis Tigers on Wednesday and will return to Orlando after the game.

UCF’s winningest head coach dies at 80

UCF’s winningest head coach dies at 80

UCF’s winningest head coach Gene McDowell has died at the age of 80. QUINCY, Fla. – The University of Central Florida’s winningest head coach Gene McDowell has died at the age of 80. The university said McDowell died Tuesday morning in Quincy. [TRENDING: Great white shark bites boat in Florida | Orange County deputy’s TikTok videos under investigation | Governor touts vaccine rollout]In his run as head coach, UCF played in Division II, Division 1-AA and Division 1. The Waycross, Georgia native played college ball at Florida State University, where he was a linebacker and offensive guard.

UCF to play BYU in Boca Raton Bowl ahead of Christmas

UCF to play BYU in Boca Raton Bowl ahead of Christmas

The University of Central Florida will be playing against Brigham Young University in the RoofClaim.com Boca Raton Bowl, the Knights announced. The game will be at 7 p.m. on Dec. 22 at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton with the 6-3 Knights going up against the 10-1, 14th-ranked Cougars. This bowl matchup is a challenge for the Knights as BYU is the only team to be nationally ranked in the top 10 in total offense (No. Knights vs. Cougars in Boca 😎🤙🌴 pic.twitter.com/Z2QgM83WUR — UCF Football 😷 (@UCF_Football) December 14, 2020“BYU plays complementary football, in terms of offense, defense and special teams, as well as any team in the country,” says UCF head coach Josh Heupel. The Knights have won two of the last three bowl games it has played in.

Star quarterback McKenzie Milton announces transfer from UCF

Star quarterback McKenzie Milton announces transfer from UCF

ORLANDO, Fla. – UCF quarterback McKenzie Milton is transferring to another school, the star player announced in a video released Thursday. “I will be entering the transfer portal and playing my last year of college football elsewhere,” Milton said in an Instagram post. “I may be suiting up in different colors, but I’ll always bleed Black and Gold.”It’s not known where Milton will play next. In the video, Milton said leaving UCF is “one the hardest things for me to do.”“I’m trying to think of it more logically than emotionally,” he said. Milton thanked UCF Nation in his farewell video.

UCF Athletics’ financial game plan takes a $14.7 million hit due to COVID-19

UCF Athletics’ financial game plan takes a $14.7 million hit due to COVID-19

ORLANDO, Fla. – The financial game plan for the athletic department of the University of Central Florida is taking a hit due to the coronavirus. School officials said they eliminated plans for hiring 32 full-time positions and 40 additional part-time football game day positions. UCF officials said they are close to hitting a $2 million goal on the Keep Charging on Fund, one million of it came from donated salaries from staff. School officials said they have accounted for a $10-11 million 2021 budget loss and projected a $12.7 million loss in revenue. UCF athletics is also facing $2 million in increased coronavirus related expenses for a total loss of $14.7 million.

SpaceX launch fitting kick off for UCF Knights Space Game

SpaceX launch fitting kick off for UCF Knights Space Game

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Did a little rocket fuel help propel the University of Central Florida Knights football team to win the annual Space Game? A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket could be seen soaring over the UCF Bounce House stadium late Saturday morning just hours before the Knights host Tulane University for its Space Game. A little rocket power might have helped UCF’s top-ranked offense roll in a 51-34 victory over Tulane on Saturday. A rocket launch is the cherry on top of a special game day. Watch the launch from the stadium below:Get the full game recap here.

10 UCF football players opt out of season due to COVID-19 concerns

10 UCF football players opt out of season due to COVID-19 concerns

ORLANDO, Fla. Ten UCF football players have opted not to play during the 2020 season over concerns about COVID-19, head coach Josh Heupel said. Its the most unique thing that most of us have ever encountered in our lifetime, he said. Each of these kids that chose to opt out have different reasons behind their decision. THREAD: Full comment from #UCF Head Coach Josh Heupel on the 10 players opting out of the upcoming football season @news6wkmg pic.twitter.com/iW4Qab7wG4 Nathaniel Rivas (@nathanielrivas9) September 1, 2020#UCF Head Coach saying 10 players opting out of the upcoming 2020 football season. Tay Gowan and Darriel Mack, Jr., among the players not playing Nathaniel Rivas (@nathanielrivas9) September 1, 2020

AP Top 25: Clemson No. 1, followed by Ohio State, Alabama

AP Top 25: Clemson No. 1, followed by Ohio State, Alabama

4 and defending Big 12 champion Oklahoma is No. For now, big conference games such as Ohio State-Michigan and Washington-Washington State could still be made up in the spring. All Division I teams were eligible for the preseason AP Top 25, but after the season starts, only teams scheduled to play in the fall are eligible. STREAKINGOhio State extended the longest active streak of preseason Top 25 appearances with 32, followed by Oklahoma with 21, LSU with 20, Georgia with 19, Alabama with 13 and Clemson with nine. Big 12 4 (Nos.

Could COVID-19 present an opportunity for UCF football? They have a chance, analysts say

Could COVID-19 present an opportunity for UCF football? They have a chance, analysts say

The NCAA college football season hasnt even started and there has already been plenty of drama. They have a chance to take a grasp of this thing and become national for all of their programs, Ingoglia said. This week the Big Ten and Pac-12 announced they will not play football during the fall. [MORE: Big Ten, Pac-12 pull plug on fall football amid pandemic]Until that knife gets stuck in my heart and they say theres no fall football. Some fans are speculating players from the Big Ten and Pac-12 may decide to transfer to programs committed to playing football in the fall.

UCF ranked No. 21 in preseason coaches poll

UCF ranked No. 21 in preseason coaches poll

ORLANDO, Fla. UCF is ranked No. 21 in the first major preseason poll of 2020. Clemson, which lost to LSU in last seasons national title game, sits atop the USA Today Coaches Polls preseason Top 25 rankings, released on Thursday. Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia and LSU round out the top five, followed by Oklahoma, Penn State, Florida, Oregon and Notre Dame. UCF sits one spot behind Utah, and just ahead of Cincinnati.

Heres what UCFs 2020 football schedule looks like as of now

Heres what UCFs 2020 football schedule looks like as of now

ORLANDO, Fla. UCF will play eight games in 2020 -- and possibly more -- after the American Athletic Conference announced Wednesday its plans for fall sports. UCFs conference schedule, beginning Sept. 24 at East Carolina, remains unchanged. The Knights game with Florida International remains up in the air because Conference USA has not announced its plans amid the coronavirus pandemic. We are confident that the protocols put together by our Medical Advisory Group will guide a safe return to play. The number of qualifying teams for conference championships in mens soccer, womens soccer and womens volleyball has been reduced to four.

Bounce House: UCF changes name of football stadium

Bounce House: UCF changes name of football stadium

ORLANDO, Fla. UCFs football stadium has been known as the Bounce House for years. White said the stadium, at some point, could have another sponsor name, but for not, its the Bounce House. [RELATED: Heres UCFs 2020 schedule -- for now]The stadium was nicknamed the Bounce House because it would shake when UCF fans would jump in unison during the stadiums inaugural season. The stadium underwent an $8 million renovation following the 2014 season. The Bounce House was the home of the Orlando Apollos in 2019, the only -- and partial -- season of the Alliance of American Football.

Overview of bowl matchups for Florida teams

Overview of bowl matchups for Florida teams

College football teams from Florida will travel across the nations for the upcoming bowl season. The Gators defeated both in-state rivals in the Florida State Seminoles (40-17) and the Miami Hurricanes (24-20). Head coach Dan Mullen is the first coach with two 10-win seasons in his first two seasons in school history. Florida State SeminolesFlorida State mustered to a 6-6 finish with head coach woes and road struggles. Florida State will aim to win its 27th bowl win since 1980.

News 6 at 6 -- 12/27/18

News 6 at 6 -- 12/27/18

We're days away from college bowl games, including UCF's match against LSU in Arizona. Those games and the continued partial government shutdown are Thursday's top local and national stories as seen on ClickOrlando.com and News 6. UCF Knights arrive in Arizona for Fiesta BowlThe University of Central Florida's undefeated Knights arrived in Arizona Thursday ahead of the New Year's Day Fiesta Bowl game. If the undefeated team wins, it will be the Knights' 26th consecutive win and second consecutive New Year's Day bowl game win. Poodle and Pooch Rescue of Florida says they've had 200 inquiries and they're now evaluating which is the best home for Sniffles.

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