Author: Addie Peterson

The arrival of fall brings a buzz of excitement for college football fans across the nation. Season openers are more than just the beginning of the athletic year. They are a critical moment for football teams to start to nail down their PR for the season. These games set the tone for the season and…

Luke Basso, a long-snapper for the Oregon Ducks, is going on his junior season playing on the football team. He is from Lake Oswego, Oregon. Coming out of high school, he was the No. 3 long snapper in the class of 2021. Playing college football was an easy decision for him. In an interview, I…

Gamedays are more than just watching your favorite teams play. It is a full celebration filled with community, passion and entertainment. The on-site experience at college football games begins from the moment they arrive at the tailgates to the game’s final whistle. Many activities are designed to keep the excitement high and fans engaged.  Tailgating…

Sports communication on social media is now probably the most used platform for sports updates and news. There are many different accounts, big and small, that are constantly keeping up with every move in the sports world. For college football, there is always something happening with a team, in the portal or on and off…

1. Travis Hunter As the recent No.1 overall recruit, Hunter is one of the top overall players entering the 2024 season. He is a game-changing cornerback and wide receiver for the Colorado Buffaloes. He has a total following of 2.3 million followers across Instagram, TikTok and X. Hunter has partnerships with Celcius, KFC and 7Eleven…

1. Clemson University Clemson is a well-known school, and its college football culture is among the strongest. Its social media presence stands out because it captivates this culture through social media. The social media team includes a lot of behind-the-scenes glimpses and especially creates highlight videos of the athletes and coaches. The Instagram posts almost…

1. The Debut The very first College GameDay show was in 1993 between Florida State and Notre Dame. This inaugural show set the stage for what would become a beloved college football tradition.  2. Traveling Show College GameDay is known for its traveling nature. The show will broadcast live from different college campuses each week…

The College Football Playoff has been around since 2014. It is a post-season event that helps determine the best teams from the season. Originally, the CFP was a four-team format. But this year, it is moving to a 12-team format.  The CFP organization is doing some great things beyond the field. Here are three things…

The college football drought from one season to the next feels like the longest time. One thing that fans anticipate most during this no-football period is the college’s spring game. It is a big deal for almost every team, as it generates excitement for both the fans and the team for the upcoming season. The…

College athletes have all sorts of support systems around them that they probably don’t know about. The National College Players Association is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to advocating for the rights of college athletes. This movement has been around since 2001. Executive Director Ramogi Huma formed the NCPA. He started it as a student group…

The college football transfer portal allows athletes the open path to make decisions that will help determine their future. It allows players to redefine themselves at a new school and in a new environment. As they navigate this crucial period of their lives, they consciously must analyze how they are feeling and what steps they…

Athletes work their whole lives to prepare for the moments leading up to their time to play football at the next level. After playing their hearts out for many seasons, what steps do they take to reach the big stage?  The preparation starts when they set their goals – that’s when their journey begins. All…

I have been watching football since the moment I was born… at least it feels like that. I can confidently say that I have been a die-hard Oregon Duck fan since I was born. Both of my parents attended the University of Oregon where they met, and fell in love with each other, but also…