NCAA Sports Update: Bowls Announced and Other Key Highlights
This week brings exciting news from the world of NCAA sports, starting with the announcement of the **bowl games** for the 2024-25 season. The college football bowl season kicks off on **Saturday, December 14, 2024**, and runs through **Monday, January 20, 2025**. This season marks the introduction of the 12-team College Football Playoff format, adding a new layer of excitement for fans and teams alike.
In a surprising turn of events, the **Southern Methodist University (SMU)** football team has earned a spot in the College Football Playoff, while the **University of Alabama** has been left out. Alabama’s absence from the playoff is notable, as they have been a consistent contender in past seasons. Meanwhile, SMU now looks to make a statement in their first-round matchup against **No. 4 Penn State** on **Saturday, December 14**, at **12 p.m. ET**.
As part of the bowl schedule, several matchups have been confirmed. Some key games include the **Celebration Bowl** featuring **South Carolina State versus Jackson State** at **12 p.m. ET** on ABC, and the high-stakes **Cure Bowl** with **Ohio facing Jacksonville State** at **12 p.m. ET** on ESPN. In another exciting matchup, the **College Football Playoff Quarterfinals** will showcase **No. 1 Oregon and No. 2 Georgia**, both looking to advance closer to the championship title.
Switching gears to the water, the **UCLA men’s water polo team** recently claimed the **2024 title**, showcasing their dominance in the sport. Meanwhile, in men’s basketball, **No. 1 Kansas** faced disappointment, suffering their second-straight loss in a row.
Fans can keep an eye on the bowl schedule, as it includes various exciting matchups across different venues. From the **Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas**, to the grand **Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta**, the upcoming weeks promise plenty of thrilling college football action.
Stay tuned for more updates, as the bowl season heats up and teams vie for spots in the coveted playoff games!
