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Hundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.
September 22, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics, University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµinterns capture historic Florida upset through photos, video and memes
¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics interns helped capture one of the program’s biggest wins — the Bulls’ 18–16 upset over then-No. 13 Florida — through viral photos, videos and memes that spread nationwide. From an iconic celebration shot to unexpected Nintendo 3DS sideline footage, their work preserved the emotion of the moment while gaining invaluable hands-on experience.
September 11, 2025Student Success, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics

Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins, a former ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics staff member, becomes the first ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµalum to lead the department.ÌýHe has served as executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission since 2004, successfully positioning the region as one of the nation’s premier destinations in sports and entertainment.
September 9, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics, University News
¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµwill continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.
September 7, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstudent-athletes trade jerseys for hard hats to help build new on-campus stadium
As ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµfootball gears up for its Aug. 28 season opener against Boise State, student-athletes are also helping lay the foundation for the university’s future on-campus stadium. Through a mentorship program with DuCon Construction, Bulls are gaining hands-on experience that connects teamwork on the field to teamwork in building a 35,000-seat facility.
August 27, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµdebuts first video look at the new on-campus stadium
It’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.
August 20, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics
Defensive lineman Josh Celiscar was selected to wear No. 63 for the 2025 season. That was the National Football League number of the late Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lee Roy Selmon, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµprogram patriarch who's remembered as one of Tampa's most beloved citizens and role models.
August 11, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics
Since Kelly joined ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµin 2018, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics expanded to 21 varsity sports and captured 21 American Athletic Conference team championships, including firsts in men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball and men's track and field.
June 4, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics
The five-member class includes two head coaches and three standout student-athletes and marks the 11th Hall of Fame class in program history, bringing the total to 43 individual inductees and one team.
June 2, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics

Behind the horns: Meet the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstudents who were Rocky D. Bull
For years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university’s beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they’ve graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it’s really like to be the face of USF.
May 12, 2025Student Success, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics

Trustees approve updated ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forward
Check out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and learn more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.
April 29, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics, University News
Bryan Hodgson comes to ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµfrom Arkansas State, where he spent two seasons as head coach. He guided the Red Wolves to two of the most successful seasons in program history, with back-to-back 20-win seasons.
March 25, 2025¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµAthletics