Gameday. Every Day. Podcast 23 - Major Tampa Bay Event Announcements and more!

On Episode 23 of the "Gameday. Every Day." podcast, local TV personality Ryan Bass and Rob Higgins, the Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, discuss a trio of major events coming to Tampa Bay. First up, Rob details how the Orlando City SC vs Inter Miami CF match-up came to be, with the showdown on the pitch set for Feb 14, 2025, at Raymond James Stadium, and the chance to see the GOAT Lionel Messi. Ryan also asks Rob and the TBSC team's visit to Jacksonville to take in the Florida-Georgia game ahead of the series shifting to Tampa for a one-year stint in 2027. We also dive into the Savannah Bananas' shift to Raymond James Stadium, their first NFL venue on the 2025 World Tour. Rob also gives his thoughts on the passing of coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, and the start of the women's college basketball season, which will culminate in the crowning of a champion in April at Amalie Arena.