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The University of Central Florida finished off the 2010 season in great fashion, beating the Georgia Bulldogs by a score of 10-6 in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. The team graduated quite a few seniors, so the 2011 team struggled to match the success of the previous year.

The Knights started the season ready to play and beat the Charleston Southern Buccaneers 62-0 in the home opener. Their good fortune continued the following week when they beat Boston College 30-3. UCF then lost two straight games for the first Read more…

Whether you’re a Phillie’s fan worried about home secrity Philadelphia or you’re more of a Braves kind of guy chowing down at the Varsity you’ve got to appreciate all the great teams in and around Orlando. It’s one of the most overlooked sports cities in the US but we don’t know why! There’s plenty to do here other than visit the mouse!
Orlando Magic – Overshadowed this year and last by the Miami Heat, the Magic actually has a pretty decent roster. With a lot of influential pull behind the scenes and a well-established fan base taking in a game can be a great activity.
Orlando Predators – If you’re into football but you just can’t swing the NFL enthusiasm you’ve got what you’re looking for with the AFL. The field is shorter and the action much closer and the Predators are one of the best teams in the country.
The Knights – The University of Central Florida actually has a pretty active athletic system with a powerhouse football and basketball team, too. It’s cheaper and more accessible than some of the pro sports in town!

Many people look at the Orlando Magic and just think about the players. However, the team is more than just the players. The team includes the coaching staff and the support staff. Once again, for the 2011-2012, Stan Van Gundy will be at the helm as the head coach. To help Van Gundy, he as five assistant coaches, a strength and conditioning coach and an athletic trainer and a strength and conditioning coordinator.

In 2007 Van Gundy came to the magic and led them to the division crown.The full explanation can be found at http://kobebeefnba.com/2011/08/03/stan-van-gundy-has-skills/ The assistant coaches, are usually assigned certain games and they Read more…

George O’Leary is beginning his eighth season as the head coach of the UFC Knights. He led the team to win the 2010 USA Conference title. The team went on to defeat Georgia in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. UCF finished the season ranked 20th in the coaches poll.

Tom Skladany was promoted from linebackers coach to defensive coordinator. He replaced Dave Huxtable.

Charlie Taaffe is entering his third season as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Under the guidance of Taaffe the offense has improved immensely. Taaffe came to UCF from the Canadian Football League. Read more…

2011 University Of Central Florida Football Schedule

The 2011 UCF Knight schedule was released in February. All home games are capitalized, and game times have not yet been decided.

Sept. 3 CHARLESTON SOUTHERN (Champions Weekend)
Sept. 10 BOSTON COLLEGE (Hall of Fame Weekend)
Sept. 17 at Florida International
Sept. 23 (Fri) at BYU
Oct. 8 MARSHALL
Oct. 15 at SMU
Oct. 22 at UAB
Oct. 29 MEMPHIS (Homecoming Weekend)
Nov. 5 TULSA
Nov. 12 at Southern Miss
Nov. 19 at East Carolina
Nov. 26 UTEP (Senior Day)

The C-USA champs will be playing at home against Charleston Southern, Boston College, Marshall, Memphis, Tulsa and Read more…

The NBA season is drawing near, and the 2011-2012 Orlando Magic will definitely be a team to watch this year. Dwight Howard leads the way for the Magic, as he is regarded by the general basketball fan population as the best center in the league. The schedule for this year’s Orlando Magic features games against their usual Southeast Division rivals in the NBA’s Eastern Conference. They’ll compete against the Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Bobcats and Washington Wizards in that division as well as other teams.Didn-t catch that? This explains it. Other great matchups Read more…