OUTBACK BOWL CELEBRATES 30 YEARS The Outback Bowl will

OUTBACK BOWL
CELEBRATES 30 YEARS
The Outback Bowl will be celebrating its 30th Anniversary game in the Tampa Bay
area on New Year’s Day. The popular college football bowl will match
teams from the SEC and Big Ten Conference for the
20th consecutive year. In all, the two conferences
have squared-off twenty-two times in the bowl
with the SEC holding a 13-9 advantage.
“We are proud that this year’s game will be the thirty-year anniversary of the
Outback Bowl in the Tampa Bay community,” said Outback Bowl President / CEO
Jim McVay. “We are also proud of the many contributions the Outback Bowl has
made to our region over three decades including over one billion dollars in economic
impact, hundreds-of-millions in national and international exposure, and one
hundred twenty-three million dollars contributed to universities.
The bowl was first played in December of 1986 as the Hall of Fame Bowl and
later became the Outback Bowl with the signing of Outback Steakhouse as its title
sponsor in 1995. That sponsorship, now in its 21st year, is the longest title
sponsorship of any college bowl game.
To celebrate this milestone bowl officials
expect another excellent match-up of teams in this
year’s game. The past six bowls have seen three
overtime decisions and each of the other three
decided in the final two minutes of regulation.
Halfway through the 2015 college football
season there are no less than eleven teams from
the SEC and Big Ten ranked in the Top 25 polls.
This year’s team announcements will be made on
Sunday, December 6th. Tickets are available at
www.Ticketmaster.com. Premium seats are
available directly through the Outback Bowl
office at 813-874-BOWL.
SEC
East
Florida
Kentucky
Georgia
Missouri
Tennessee
Vanderbilt
South Carolina
Conf. Overall
4-0
6-0
2-1
4-1
2-2
4-2
1-2
4-2
1-2
3-3
0-2
2-3
0-4
2-4
CONFERENCE STANDINGS
West
LSU
Texas A&M
Ole Miss
Alabama
Mississippi St.
Arkansas
Auburn
(Through games of Oct. 10)
Conf. Overall
3-0
5-0
2-0
5-0
2-1
5-1
2-1
5-1
1-2
4-2
1-2
2-4
0-2
3-2
Big Ten
East
Conf. Overall
Ohio State
2-0
6-0
Michigan State 2-0
6-0
Michigan
2-0
5-1
Penn State
2-0
5-1
Indiana
0-2
4-2
Rutgers
0-2
2-3
Maryland
0-2
2-4
West
Conf. Overall
Iowa
2-0
6-0
Northwestern 1-1
5-1
Illinois
1-1
4-2
Wisconsin
1-1
4-2
Minnesota
1-1
4-2
Nebraska
0-2
2-4
Purdue
0-2
1-5
StaffEx, Splitsville
Host Bowl Supporters
Hundreds of Outback Bowl supporters celebrated the beginning of the 2015
college football season in September at
the annual StaffEx Happy Hour
Huddle at Splitsville. The unique
restaurant/entertainment concept located
at the Channelside Bay Plaza entertainment complex was the perfect venue to
kick off the bowls fall event calendar.
More than 600 Bowl sponsors, Club
Members, local media and other VIP
guests enjoyed a wide array of food, from
sushi to sliders, pizza and quesadillas.
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Many guests mixed in some bowling and
billiards as well.
The StaffEx Huddle is the first of four
fall VIP events that Outback Bowl Club
Members and Sponsors get to attend
leading up to the big game. Splitsville will
also host the participating college teams
on December 27th.
For more information on booking
your own special event or holiday party
at Splitsville contact Mariangie Vazquez
at 813-514-2695 or go to
www.splitsvillelanes.com.
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Welcome New
Supporters
New Sponsors
New VIP Club Members
(As of October 13)
Aronson LLC - Rockville, MD
Bill Currie Ford
Brighthouse Networks - Enterprise Solutions
CEA Bright Marketing
Hampton Inn - Ybor City
Just For Kix - Brainerd, MN
Mercedes Benz of Tampa
Northwestern Mutual - Westshore
Parkway Realty Services
Principal Financial - Birmingham, AL
Ramos Engineering & Associates
John Reaves Real Estate
Somerset Pharmacy
Sunshine Valet
Trenam Law
Well Strategics
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Feast On The Fifty
A Fall Tradition
About 1,300 Outback Bowl sponsors
and members will get the chance to enjoy
a festive annual fall tradition on October
22nd at the always popular Feast on the
Fifty event in Raymond James Stadium.
A very unique experience, invited
guests will get to be on the field of the
stadium where the bowl game is played
and even get a chance to kick a field-goal.
They will also get a 50 yard line seat,
literally, as they are seated at tables on the
field and feast on barbecue. The evening
will be capped-off with one of the best
fireworks shows in the area, right inside
the stadium!
Contact the Outback Bowl at
813-874-BOWL and ask how you can
become a Club Member or Sponsor of the
bowl in order to join us at this and future
bowl VIP events, as well as, sit in the
best seats in the stadium on January 1st.
Thanks to Our
Outback Bowl 2015
ALL-STAR Team
A special thank you to these
Sales Committee volunteers who have
helped bring in Sponsors and Club Members
to support the 2015-16 Outback Bowl.
(All Star Members as of September 29)
Troy Atlas
Bob Murray
Todd Buchanan
Cecil Riggs
Bill Cammarata
Chris Roederer
Dick Christian
Mitch Shriber
Lynn Dumais
Jonathan Simkins
Rita Lowman
Robert Stephens
Carter McCain
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Note: All events, locations, dates and times are subject
to change. ** (indicates event open to general public all
others are invitation-only)
OCTOBER 22
DECEMBER 31
Channelside will “Light Up Tampa Bay” on New Year’s Eve with live
entertainment and a midnight Fireworks Show and Ball Drop along
the downtown Tampa waterfront. Enjoy the numerous restaurants and
night spots at Channelside. For more information call Channelside at
(813) 223-4250.
THE FEAST ON THE FIFTY
Special guests of the Outback Bowl will enjoy a barbecue feast, fun and
games on the field of Raymond James Stadium. (by invitation only)
DECEMBER 10
DEBARTOLO
CONTRACT SIGNING PARTY
FLORIDA AQUARIUM AQUA EVE PARTY**
You can also choose to celebrate the night at the Florida Aquarium
New Year’s “Aqua Eve” party featuring food buffet, beer, wine and live
entertainment for one price. Buy tickets at www.FLAquarium.org
Bowl supporters will welcome the participating college head coaches
and athletic directors to the Tampa Bay area. The party will be held
in the Club Lounge of Raymond James Stadium. (by invitation only)
TEAM WELCOME CEREMONY
DECEMBER 26
& OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE TEAM DINNER
Bowl officials, city officials and media greet the participating teams as
they enjoy a private welcome dinner from Outback Steakhouse at A
La Carte Pavilion. (by invitation only)
DECEMBER 27
LADIES LUNCHEON
Spouses of both teams’ coaches will enjoy a special luncheon hosted
by Bonefish Grill Restaurant. (private event)
PLAYERS NIGHT
AT SPLITSVILLE**
DECEMBER 30
CLEARWATER BEACH DAY**
Join the school marching bands and cheerleaders as they enjoy the
sun and beaches at the Hilton Clearwater Beach. Enjoy this fun day
which will also feature live music, skydivers, a tug-of-war and other
contests from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Visit St Pete-Clearwater, The Clearwater Regional
Chamber of Commerce, the Hilton, Clearwater Gas System,
Allegiant, St Pete Clearwater International Airport, 95.7 the Beat
and 93.3FLZ Radio.
METLIFE/MERCEDES-BENZ GRIDIRON GALA
Join the teams as they enjoy the fun at Splitsville at Channelside.
Watch the teams compete off the field in a bowling challenge. Teams
only from 6:00-7:15 PM. Doors open to public at 7:15 P.M.
MetLife & Mercedes-Benz host this prestigious evening for bowl VIP’s
and the college administrators at A La Carte Pavilion. Carrabba’s
Italian Grill, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Bonefish Grill
& Outback Steakhouse provide a delectable menu (by invitation
only).
DECEMBER 28
DECEMBER 31
PLAYERS HOSPITAL VISITS
Players and coaches from both teams will brighten the day for
children at Tampa General Hospital (no fans please).
TEAM NIGHT AT TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING**
Both teams will attend the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL hockey game
against the Montreal Canadians at the Amalie Arena in downtown
Tampa. Game time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster or
the Arena box office.
DECEMBER 29
LIGHT UP TAMPA BAY
AT CHANNELSIDE**
BATTLE OF THE BANDS
AT BUSCH GARDENS**
Join the two college marching bands at Busch Gardens as they squareoff for a special “Battle of the Bands” performance. Admission to park
required. Time TBD.
JANUARY 1
MERCEDES-BENZ
CORPORATE TENT VILLAGE
More than 2,000 Bowl sponsors and VIP’s will enjoy a festive
pregame warm-up at the Mercedes-Benz Corporate Tent Village with
a private brunch and entertainment near Raymond James Stadium
(by invitation only).
PREGAME BOWL BASH**
Bowl fans can warm-up for the big game with live music and a pep
rally, sponsored by Bright House Networks, Coke Zero, The Tampa
Tribune, Newsradio 970AM and 620 WDAE Radio. Food & refreshments will be available for purchase. The fun begins at 9:00 a.m. on
the south plaza between gates C & D, so come out early.
TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL
PREGAME SHOW**
Enjoy a colorful pregame show featuring the pageantry of high school
and college bands along with numerous special activities including
skydivers. A popular Outback Bowl tradition you won’t want to miss.
Show time begins at 11:15 a.m.
OUTBACK BOWL 2016**
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARADE & PEP RALLY
PRESENTED BY TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL**
Eclectic Ybor City is the site of this festive celebration featuring the
Outback Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade and a pep rally by the college
marching bands & cheerleaders. The parade will feature floats and
about twenty marching bands from around the country! This free
family event is sponsored by Bud Light, 93.3FLZ Radio, 970 WFLA
and 620 WDAE Radio and the City of Tampa. Be there early. The
Parade starts at 5:30 p.m. and runs along 7th Avenue.
The Outback Bowl matching two of college football’s best teams from
the SEC and Big Ten Conference. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m.
(Gates open 10:30 a.m.).
BUSCH GARDENS
TEAM OUTING**
COCA-COLA ZERO HALFTIME SHOW
Both teams and their fans will enjoy the unique blend of thrilling
rides, live shows and a premier zoo. Admission tickets are available at
buschgardens.com or at the front gate.
Wait until you see this colorful show featuring more than 3,500
performers!
Official Game Sponsors
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