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Peach Bowl Kickoff Game Expands ACC-SEC Rivalry in Atlanta
8 Aug
Summary
- Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan discusses strategy behind Kickoff Game matchups
- Syracuse to play Tennessee in 2025 Kickoff Game, boosting national exposure
- Peach Bowl has hosted 17 out of 21 sellout Kickoff Games with ACC-SEC teams
The Peach Bowl, a major player in the college football postseason, has also made a significant impact on the start of each season through its Kickoff Game. According to Peach Bowl President and CEO Gary Stokan, the event has been a resounding success, with 17 out of 21 games selling out.
Stokan explains that the Peach Bowl's strategy has been to feature matchups between teams from the dominant ACC and SEC conferences, a formula that has proven highly popular with fans. This year, the Peach Bowl has invited the Syracuse Orange to play the Tennessee Volunteers in the 2025 Kickoff Game, a move that will provide the Orange with valuable national exposure.
The Kickoff Game has become an integral part of the college football calendar, with the Peach Bowl leveraging its relationships and expertise to create must-see events that "change the face of college football at the beginning of the season." As the sport continues to evolve, the Peach Bowl's ability to adapt and deliver compelling content has solidified its position as a leader in the industry.
