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In 2023, the UCF Knights football team made headlines as it officially joined the Big 12 Conference, marking a significant milestone in the program’s history. The move was seen as a testament to UCF’s rise as a football powerhouse and their consistent success on the field.

Led by talented quarterback John Rhys Plumlee, and a dynamic group of playmakers, UCF aims to challenge the traditional powerhouses of the conference and establish themselves as a formidable contender.

The UCF Knights will kick off the inaugural Big 12 football season at home against Kent State on August 31st. The game will start at 7 p.m. ET, and can be watched live at The Bounce House or streamed on FS1. On August 31st, the UCF Knights will look to start the new Big 12 chapter with a BOOM!