ACC Huddle is heading back to Coral Gables on Saturday morning, setting up at Lakeside Patio before Miami’s showdown with rival Florida State at Hard Rock Stadium.
The show will run from 10 a.m. to noon and is free and open to the public. Taylor Tannebaum will host the broadcast, with former players Eddie Royal and Eric Mac Lain joining her as analysts. Former Florida State national championship-winning head coach Jimbo Fisher is also part of the lineup.
Fans planning to come out can use visitor parking at Pavia Garage, which will be free of charge. Space could go fast, so attendees are being urged to plan ahead. The event is being pitched as a spot for families and for anyone who doesn’t have a ticket to the game.
This will be the second time ACC Huddle has made its way to the area recently. The show was last on hand during the CFP Championship game in January at Hard Rock Stadium.
“We’re so excited to be back here on Miami’s beautiful campus,” said Laura Rea, Director of ACC Huddle. “We had an awesome experience last season and can’t wait to see the fans come out to support us on Saturday.”
The setup will include pop-up stands with giveaways and games for fans, including a tic-tac-toe station where participants throw footballs into the squares.
Students are already looking forward to it, too. “After having College Game Day last year I’m so excited to have the ACC Huddle on campus,” said junior Lorena Sills.
Miami fans are being encouraged to wear orange, bring their signs, and pack the stage as the Hurricanes get ready to host the Seminoles. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. EST on ESPN.
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