GAINESVILLE — The BCS National Champion University of Florida football team will return to Gainesville Friday, and the University Athletic Association has announced it will hold a celebration for fans to show their support on Sunday.
The time of the team's arrive is not being publicly announced and Gator fans are asked not to come to the airport. Fans are advised that the team will not be visible to the general public, as ground transportation will be provided directly at the aircraft.
However, the university does want the Gator Nation to have a chance to beat its chest with pride. Sunday's event will be held from 1-2 p.m. at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on Sunday and the gates will open at 11:30 a.m. The celebration will be broadcast live on Sun Sports. A special re-air of the Gators' 24-14 win over Oklahoma will be shown on Sun Sports on Friday at 7 p.m.
