In an unprecedented surge of fan support, UCF has announced a complete sell-out of football season tickets for the fourth consecutive year, marking the fifth sell-out since 2019. This year’s sell-out is the earliest in the history of the team, signaling heightened anticipation as the Knights prepare to embark on their second season within the Big 12. Since opening FBC Mortgage Stadium in 2007, UCF has boasted a formidable home game record of 83 wins to 26 losses, maintaining a win percentage of .761 over 17 seasons. This impressive record at home is a testament to the formidable atmosphere tha ..read more

On Tuesday at the University of North Carolina, approximately twelve fraternity members valiantly defended the American flag against a barrage of insults, gestures, and thrown water bottles. This confrontation arose after pro-Palestinian protesters hoisted the Palestinian flag on the same pole. UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts, flanked by police, intervened to remove it and restored the American flag, which was at half-mast to honor police officers killed in Charlotte the day before. After Roberts departed and protesters made another attempt to lower the American flag, Rosenblum and his fraternity b ..read more

Despite speculation about their interest in drafting a quarterback, the Pittsburgh Steelers chose to bolster their quarterback lineup by signing John Rhys Plumlee, a versatile undrafted free agent from the University of Central Florida. This acquisition was finalized immediately after the NFL draft concluded on April 27. Plumlee, who signed with the Steelers on Saturday, boasts a diverse athletic background. Not only did he function as a quarterback and a wide receiver during his college football career, but he also played outfield for the UCF baseball team. His ability to adapt to multiple ro ..read more

On Friday April 12th, UCF hosted its annual spring game, in which the Knights and Citronauts faced off in a friendly scrimmage. In similar fashion to the university’s other themed games, the players donned specially designed helmets for the occasion. This year, the helmet design hit closer to home than ever as the logos worn were designed by children at the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Earlier in the week, players visited the hospital and spent time coloring Knightro and Citronaut heads with pediatric patients. The resulting designs were featured on the sides of each pla ..read more

Florida universities are adapting to a new state law from 2023 which prohibits the allocation of public funds towards diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education institutions. Institutions like the University of Central Florida, University of Florida, New College of Florida, and the University of South Florida have restructured their programs to comply with the law while still supporting diverse student populations. This approach could guide other universities in Florida and across the country in adapting to similar legislation. Courtney Gilmartin, Assistant VP of Strat ..read more

UCF quarterback KJ Jefferson’s recent encounter with the law in Arkansas brought to light a legal issue stemming from a past incident of reckless driving and speeding, dating back to May 2023, well before his tenure at UCF. The 22-year-old, who had transferred from Arkansas to UCF, faced the consequences of this misdemeanor charge when he voluntarily submitted to arrest on a Wednesday afternoon. According to reports, Jefferson’s arrest was prompted by an alleged reckless driving and speeding offense that occurred before his transfer to UCF. Welp pic.twitter.com/skNcF0jek7 — CFB Home (@CFBHome ..read more

Ericka Dunlap, renowned for winning the Miss America title in 2004, has officially announced her candidacy for the District 5 race in Orlando. A graduate of the University of Central Florida in 2005, Dunlap is among the contenders for the interim Orlando city commissioner position. This district encompasses Parramore, the Mercy Drive area, and extends into Metrowest. The upcoming election arises in the wake of Commissioner Regina Hill’s suspension subsequent to her arrest in March on multiple charges, including elderly exploitation. The victor of the election will hold the seat until the concl ..read more

Donald De La Haye, alias “Deestroying,” took to social media to disclose that he sustained a neck fracture while attempting a tackle in the recent match between the San Antonio Brahmas and the Memphis Showboats. Breaking: San Antonio Brahmas kicker Donald De La Haye, also known as 'Deestroying', announced on social media that he fractured his neck while making a tackle in their game last weekend. pic.twitter.com/huMGu0CRTY — ESPN (@espn) April 9, 2024 After serving as both a kicker and wide receiver for the UCF Knights, Deestroying had to depart from the program in 2017 due to regulations pro ..read more

If you were a student at UCF and ever visited the Tri Delta house from 1998 to 2018, chances are you crossed paths with Mama Tay. For more than two decades, Mama Tay dedicated herself to her role as the house mother at UCF for the Tri-Delta sorority. She lovingly treated each young woman under her care as if they were her own daughters. Sadly, Mama Tay passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was 83 years old. Mama Tay’s influence on the community will resonate for many years to come, leaving a lasting impression. Her influence extended far beyond mere housekeeping duties. Mama Tay nurtured t ..read more

Scott Frost experienced UCF football’s pinnacle during his tenure, leading them to a flawless 13-0 season culminating in a triumphant victory over Auburn in the 2018 Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl. This achievement prompted some to consider UCF as the nation’s top team, although this claim was heavily debated. Since that remarkable season, Frost has faced challenges. His subsequent coaching stint at Nebraska, a place close to his heart, fell short of the success he had hoped for. Now, having spent his entire life immersed in football, Frost is eager for another coaching opportunity after his departure ..read more