Champs Sports Bowl Speaks Loudly Of Big East’s Problems

Posted by Paul Sievers on August-22-2009 Add Comments
Starting in 2010, the Big East will end their arrangement with the Gator and Sun bowls and begin sending their second best team to the Champs Sports Bowl in Orlando. This change comes with a lot of mixed feelings for Big East fans.

Pros:

  • Orlando is a far more desirable destination than Jacksonville or El Paso. It's easier to get to than either city and very family-friendly. For 20-somethings like myself who are looking to party, Tampa is a short enough drive.
  • The game will pay about as much as the Gator Bowl and more than the Sun Bowl. The Big East is not losing any money in bowl payouts from this deal.
  • While the game isn't a New Years Day game, it come...

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