What is UCF Space Game? Annual tradition reaches 10th year with new uniforms
UCF football is prepping for its 10th annual Space Game. Here's why the school honors its aerospace roots and the Knights become the Citronauts.
The Citronaut, UCF's iconic mascot with astronaut head and orange body, originated as a tribute to Florida Technological University's ties to NASA during its founding in the 1960s. The university's Space Game tradition has persisted through several coaching changes, now reaching its 10th year with new uniforms. UCF's first undefeated football season coincided with the rebranding and introduction of astronaut-themed apparel on September 29th.
The Space Game, celebrated annually, showcases UCF's deep connection to the space program and offers a unique, high-profile match on nationally televised Friday nights. UCF's 10th Space Game against Baylor on October 30th will air on ESPN, following a 56-12 win against Arizona in the previous year's game.
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