Super Bowl In Florida - Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville

Tampa Wants Super Bowl Back For 2015

2011-01-30T08:47:00.006-05:00

Tampa and Miami will both make a bid for the 2015 Super Bowl. It's not just up to the cities though, first they will have to receive an invitation from the NFL to be among places considered for the game. Given the balmy climate and tourist friendly atmosphere, that shouldn't be a problem. Tampa and Miami were both strong contenders for 2014, but lost to New York - the first cold weather venue in a an open stadium for the Super Bowl, who was favored because they will play in a new stadium. We'll have to see how that works out. Maybe they'll have the kinks worked out of their snow plow brigade by then. Florida has hosted more Super Bowl games than any other state, the longest it has gone without hosting is 4 years. So, odds are good for 2015. Tampa has hosted 4 times, and Miami has hosted 10 times.

Saints Win Their First Super Bowl

2010-02-07T22:00:00.002-05:00

Breaking News: The Saints beat the Colts 31-17. This was the first Super Bowl for the Saints, and the second for the Colts.

GAME DAY WEATHER FORECAST

2010-02-07T10:11:00.005-05:00

Forecast for game day in Miami: High 62, mostly clear skies, no rain predicted.

GAME DAY INFO - STADIUM AND PARKING INFO

2010-01-31T14:00:00.010-05:00

Sun Life Stadium 2269 Dan Marino Boulevard Miami Gardens, FL 33056

February 7, 2010

Kickoff approximately 6:28 p.m. EST

TV Broadcast: CBS

Parking

Parking areas open at 11 am on Sunday. Purchase parking permit. No RV parking will be permitted.

Tailgating

Tailgating will not be allowed in any parking areas for Super Bowl XLIV.

Stadium Drop off and Pick up During Super Bowl there are no bus, limousine, sedan or shuttle drop-off or pick-up areas at Sun Life Stadium. Taxis can drop-off and pick-up passengers near the Fan Plaza at Gate 4.

Spectator Train & Shuttle Service Roundtrip service is available on Tri-Rail, with a connecting shuttle to and from Sun Life Stadium on Pro Bowl and Super Bowl Sunday.

Prohibited Items In Stadium

Animals (Except for certified animals assisting disabled guests.), Alcoholic beverages ,Bags purses or camera cases exceeding 14' x 14' x 8' in size , Bottles, Cans, Thermoses, Coolers, Hard Containers, Food, Umbrellas, Poles, Brooms, Strollers (Permitted in Suites only. Strollers must enter Gates C, G or E), Cameras with lenses exceeding 8", Noise makers, laser pointers,Weapons of any kind (Firearms, Knives, Pocket Knives) , any item deemed dangerous or inappropriate.

PokerStars SuperBowl XLIV Giveaway

2010-01-30T13:42:00.002-05:00

On Sunday, the world’s largest online poker site is giving away 2 pairs of tickets Super Bowl XLIV. Two Sunday Football Special tournaments will be held on PokerStars on Sunday, January 31st. Both events have buy-ins of $11 and their winners will be awarded with a pair of tickets to Super Bowl XLIV on top of the prize pool. In addition, each champion will take home $1,000 in spending money.

PokerStars isn’t stopping there, however. Players who opt to reload their online poker accounts using the code “FOOTBALL” before the events begin will be credited with a ticket to play in one of the $11 buy-in Sunday Football Special tournaments. For players who have not yet deposited on PokerStars, the site is offering seats into the Super Bowl XLIV giveaways as well. Just use the bonus code “SPECIAL” when you sign up and you could be jet-setting your way to sunny south Florida. Unlike the reload bonus, players who deposit for the first time will receive tickets into both Sunday Football Special events. The tournaments can be found in the PokerStars lobby under “Tourney” and “Regional.” Visit PokerStars for more information on how to win your way to Miami.

Colts and Saints Head To Super Bowl XLIV In Miami

2010-01-24T22:34:00.000-05:00

The Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints are headed to Miami. The Colts beat the Jets 30-17 for their 4th Super Bowl. The Saints beat the Vikings 31-28 in overtime for their first Super Bowl. The Colts and Saints will face off Sunday February 7th.

Lingerie Bowl VII: The Ultimate Cat Fight

2010-01-24T10:19:00.002-05:00

Lingerie Bowl VII will be Super Bowl weekend’s marquis event attended annually by a “who’s who” in music, sports, television and film. “The Ultimate Catfight” will feature the Lingerie Football League’s conference champions battling it out. The night will also include guest celebrities and special musical performances.

The Lingerie Bowl is taking place the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on February 6, 2010. The Tailgate Village opens at 6 pm and the event begins at 10 p.m. Ticket holders will be on the guest list for the after party in Miami Beach right after the game. The event will also be broadcast on Pay Per View TV during Super Bowl half time http://www.lingeriebowl7.com/

Hooters Will Give Away a TV at Every Location Super Bowl Sunday

2010-01-23T12:24:00.003-05:00

On Sunday, February 7th during the Super Bowl, every Hooters restaurant in the country will give away a Sharp Electronics 40" LCD High Definition TV to one lucky customer that night. Super Bowl Sunday is the largest sales day of the year, with over 1 million chicken wings sold that day.

In addition to the TV giveaway, Hooters will have a huge presence in Miami during the week leading up to game. For 10 days Hooters will take over the pool at the Bud Light Hotel, currently the Surfcomber, and throw the biggest party of the year complete with bikini clad Hooters Girls, giveaways and music. On Wednesday night, February 3rd, Hooters is hosting a party featuring musical performances from Uncle Kracker and DJ Skribble. The first Hooters opened in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida.

Gone To The Dogs - Puppy Bowl VI 2010

2010-01-20T12:25:00.000-05:00

If your favorite team is on the bench instead of in the playoffs this year, it’s time to forget that post season slump. Some very special rookies are ready to take the field with a winning combination of tackles, fumbles and even a few tumbles, for their shot at the end zone —or a tug toy—in Animal Planet’s PUPPY BOWL VI. This annual canine battle is back as a new pack of pups mix it up on the grand gridiron of Animal Planet Stadium.

On Sunday, February 7 from 3-5PM e/p an all-star lineup of rambunctious, rescue pups competes in the ultimate showdown full of dogged defense, puppy penalties and fido first downs. Plus, for the first time in Puppy Bowl history, all the action will be captured in panoramic view with aerial coverage provided by the Twizzler’s® blimp and its rogue hamster crew. In another fun first, the sidelines will also be hopping with the addition of spirited bunny rabbit cheerleaders. Animal Planet has also booked a bevy of frolicking felines for an all-new edition of the Kitty Half-time Show.

Straight from shelters, this year’s starting lineup is filled with spunky spaniels, fierce French bulldogs and bustling beagles that are ready for action as they vie for the title of MVP (Most Valuable Puppy). Puppy Bowl VI cameras catch all of the thrilling action as the puppies pounce and play, mimicking the rough-and-tumble moves of professional ballers. Our veteran Puppy Bowl referee, Andrew Schechter, will be on hand to keep the players in line and to dole out any necessary "puppy penalties." With instant replays, the popular water bowl camera and the addition of the blimp, viewers won’t miss any of the action on the field.

The Voice of Puppy Bowl — Harry Kalas

Award-winning sportscaster, Harry Kalas lent his voice to calling puppy penalties and doggie downs every year during Puppy Bowl since the first game in 2005. In addition to Puppy Bowl, Kalas was best known for his Frick Award-winning role as lead announcer for Major League Baseball's Philadelphia Phillies. For professional football, he served as a voice-over narrator for NFL Films, was a regular feature on Inside the NFL and called NFL games for Westwood One radio. Kalas passed away on April 13, 2009. Harry's booming and powerful voice juxtaposed against our furry players will be sorely missed.

Dolphin Stadium Renamed Sun Life Stadium

2010-01-20T10:42:00.003-05:00

Dolphin Stadium will be renamed Sun Life Stadium prior to the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl games. The Dolphins struck a 5 year deal with Sun Life, a Canadian financial services firm who has been trying to increase its name recognition in the United States. Previous names of the stadium include Joe Robbie Stadium, Pro Player Park, Pro Player Stadium, Dolphins Stadium, Dolphin Stadium and most recently Land Shark Stadium.

Super Bowl Fishing Tournament Sheduled In Key Largo

2010-01-13T12:56:00.002-05:00

The Super Bowl Host Committee has organized a fishing tournament to honor Oakland Raiders linebacker Marquis Cooper, free-agent NFL defensive lineman Corey Smith and former South Florida player William Bleakley, who died last year when their boat overturned off the coast of Florida. Former NFL coach Jimmy Johnson hosts the Billfish Bowl, Feb. 4-6 in Key Largo. The sailfish tournament, benefits Gridiron Greats, an organization helping retired football players with their medical costs.

The Billfish Bowl will take place at Jimmy Johnson’s Fisherman’s Cove, a unique private residence club in Key Largo, Florida, and home of the Big Chill, a waterfront restaurant, bar and pool/cabana club. The Flutie Brothers Band will perform at the kickoff party. From there on out it’s hardcore fishing, nightly parties, fantastic food, live music, and raffles. Most importantly, anglers will have the chance to rub elbows with some of football’s most notable players, coaches and owners, who will be making the most of their time in South Florida for the Pro Bowl and the Super Bowl. http://www.billfishbowl.com/

VIP Tix Still Available For "Super Bowl Brunch"

2010-01-10T12:50:00.007-05:00

Only VIP tickets remain for the Taste of the NFL fundraiser for hunger-relief groups on Feb. 6 in Fort Lauderdale. Taste of the NFL invites one chef from each city with an NFL team to cook with the help of an alumni player. A "Super Sunday Brunch" is planned Feb. 7 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood. http://www.tasteofthenfl.com/

Hooters Throwing Super Bowl Pool Party

2009-12-03T12:40:00.004-05:00

Hooters is launching a national promotion in conjunction with pro-football's biggest event by giving customers a chance to win a trip to the biggest party of the year during the biggest football games of the season at the Hooters Super Pool Party in South Beach. The party will run daily between January 28th and February 7th in Miami's famous South Beach.

For 10 days Hooters will take over the pool at the Surfcomber Hotel and is giving customers a chance to be at the epicenter of fun in South Beach. The Hooters Pool Party will be complete with bikini clad Hooters Girls, giveaways, live music including a performance by Uncle Kracker and DJ Skribble.

"The Who" Named 2010 Super Bowl Half Time Act

2009-11-27T09:43:00.006-05:00

The Who will perform at halftime of the Super Bowl this season. The NFL has announced that the longtime rock band known for classic hits such as "Pinball Wizard" will play Feb. 7 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. The Who gained fame in the mid-1960s and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Recent halftime acts at the Super Bowl include Bruce SpringsteeN, Tom Petty, Prince and the Rolling Stones.

Thousands Of Volunteers Needed For Game Day

2009-06-30T09:08:00.007-04:00

Pro Bowl and Super Bowl organizers are recruiting thousands of volunteers to serve as ''ambassadors'' when the events come to South Florida. 2010 will be extra special because the Pro Bowl is back in South Florida for the first time in 35 years (it's been in Hawaii for the past 30 years). The All-Star game will be on Jan. 31, the week before Super Bowl XLIV, returning to Miami for the 10th time. Most of events will take place from Jan. 26 to Feb. 8. Volunteers must be 18 or older by November 30, and pass a background check. Volunteer jobs include staffing events, attending youth clinics and parties and greeting guests at airports and hotels. Volunteers will be entered into a drawing for tickets to the 2010 Pro Bowl. It's an opportunity to do something unique, give back to the community, and go behind the scenes. To volunteer or to learn more, visit SouthFloridaSuperBowl.com/volunteer .

Dolphin Stadium Renamed Landshark Stadium - For Now

2009-06-01T09:28:00.000-04:00

The Miami Dolphins have a new naming rights deal with Jimmy Buffett and Anheuser-Busch. The stadium has been renamed "LandShark Stadium" for a joint brewing project, Land Shark Lager. The sponsorship deal is for 8 months and the name will revert back to Dolphin Stadium in time for the Super Bowl XLIV and the 2010 Pro Bowl, possibly to be replaced by another sponsor name if a deal can be secured before that time. LandShark Stadium (previously known as Joe Robbie Stadium, Pro Player Park, Pro Player Stadium, Dolphins Stadium, and Dolphin Stadium) is a football, lacrosse, soccer, and baseball stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The stadium serves as host to the Miami Dolphins, the Florida Marlins, the Miami Hurricanes, and the annual Orange Bowl college football game. Since its construction, the stadium has hosted four Super Bowls (XXIII, XXIX, XXXIII, XLI), two World Series (1997 and 2003), and three BCS National Championship Games (2001, 2005, 2009). The stadium served as host for the second round of the 2009 World Baseball Classic, and will host Super Bowl XLIV and the 2010 Pro Bowl.

Next Stop - Super Bowl XLIV - Miami Florida 2010

2009-02-02T08:35:00.009-05:00

It's only been a few hours since the big game, and the questions on everyone's mind? Where's the Super Bowl next year? The location of Super Bowl XLIV (that's 44) will be Dolphin Stadium in Miami Florida on February 7th 2010. This marks the 10th time a Super Bowl will have played in the Miami area: 5 times the game has been held at Dolphin Stadium; the other 5 were played at the Orange Bowl. Miami is also one of the cities that has been asked to host the Super Bowl in 2013. The game will be televised on CBS, which will celebrate coverage of its 50th NFL season (1956–93; 1998–present), who also covered the last Super Bowl held in Miami(XLI). Last night's game was covered by NBC. This will be the first Super Bowl telecast solely digitally after the U.S. digital transition this year. For the first time since South Florida began holding Super Bowls in 1968, the headquarters hotel and media center will be based in Broward County instead of in Miami-Dade. Previously the Miami Beach Convention Center was used as the media center, but the complex is booked. Instead, the media center will be at the Broward County Convention Center.

Here Are The Super Bowl Ads In Case You Missed Them

2009-02-02T08:27:00.004-05:00

If you missed an ad while you were fetching beer, there online and ready for you watch over and over. But really, you didn't miss much, they were disappointing this year. Some highlights of the 56 ads: Conan O'Brien appeared in a spot for Bud Light that execs. 'promised' would only be seen in Sweden, only to find out it's being shown on the huge display in Times Square. Watch it. Another Budweiser ad sees one of the company's Clydesdales reminiscing about his 'great-grandfather's' efforts to make it as an immigrant horse in the U.S. back in the 30s. Watch it. Go Daddy had auto racing star Danica Patrick taking her 5th shower of the day. Watch it. The Grim Reaper shows up to get his taxes done at H&R Block. Watch it. Denny's offered a takeoff on the Godfather films. Watch it. There were endless trailers, including one for Star Trek and a 3D ad for the upcoming sci fi animated comedy flick Monsters Vs. Aliens. Alec Baldwin did a funny spot for Hulu, touting its 'evil plot to destroy the world. Watch it. Bob Dylan and the Black Eye Peas' will.i.am surprised us with a Pepsi ad. Watch it. Coca Cola responded with an ad featuring insects. Watch it. This one's no good - but it's so bad you have to see it. You can see all of the ads here.

Super Bowl Entertainment Re-Cap

2009-02-02T06:54:00.000-05:00

Journey performed during the pre-game show and John Legend performed a short concert several hours before the game. Just before kickoff Faith Hill performed "America the Beautiful" and Jennifer Hudson sang "The Star-Spangled Banner". Hudson became the second consecutive American Idol contestant to perform the national anthem at a Super Bowl (Jordin Sparks sang the anthem at Super Bowl XLII). Following the anthem, the U. S. Air Force Thunderbirds performed a fly-over. Also, Captain "Sully Sullivan" and the crew of US Airways Flight 1549 were recognized on field for their actions. The NFL saluted 4 decades of champions during the coin toss ceremony and the Vince Lombardi Trophy presentation. The coin toss featured Roger Craig , John Elway , and Lynn Swann. General David Petraeus performed the actual coin toss. The Steelers called tails, but it landed on heads, so the Cardinals won the toss. Arizona deferred their choice to the second half, and the Steelers chose to receive, making it the first time in Super Bowl history that the coin toss winner kicked off to start the game. (The NFL had just changed the rule before the start of the season allowing the team that wins the coin toss to defer the choice to the second hald). The Super Bowl XLIII halftime show, featured Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band who played several of their classic songs.

Steelers Win 6th Super Bowl - Final Score 27-23

2009-02-02T01:30:00.000-05:00

Here's another one for the history books. The Pittsburgh Steelers are the first NFL team to win 6 Super Bowls after beating the Arizona Cardinals with a last minute touchdown.

Stars In Town For Pre Game Events

2009-02-01T10:25:00.005-05:00

Pamela Anderson was the official hostess of the "Athletes and Angels" party last night at the AJA ultralounge at Channelside. Warren Sapp and other NFL players also enjoyed the party. At a charity event at T Pepin Hospitality Centre even more stars made an appearance. Keven Costner hosted the event, with Cuba Gooding Jr , Wade Boggs, and other celebs in attendance.

South Florida Invited To Bid On 2013 Super Bowl

2009-02-01T10:21:00.000-05:00

Even thought Miami is hosting the 2010 Super Bowl next year, they have been asked to bid on 2013 as well. It would South Florida's 11th Super Bowl, a record.

Lingerie Bowl Cancelled

2009-01-30T12:33:00.003-05:00

The Lingerie Bowl has been officially canceled as a result of a conflict over where nudity would be allowed during the event. The Lingerie Football League requested that people stay dressed in certain areas of the resort - something the clothing-optional Caliente Spa and Resort would not agree to. Organizers originally wanted to hold a 2 day bowl in Tampa, with the final game on a pay-per-view channel during halftime of the Super Bowl. However, complaints from neighborhood associations caused the owner of the property where the event would be held to withdraw, moving the event to the Caliente resort in Land o Lakes. Last year the Lingerie Bowl was cancelled after organizers failed to get special-use permits from Scottsdale, Arizona, in time.

Bruce Springsteen In Tampa For Super Bowl Halftime Show

2009-01-29T18:07:00.004-05:00

Bruce Springsteen is in Tampa to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday. He gave his first press conference since 1987 today at the Tampa Convention Center with members of the E Street Band. The last time he performed in Tampa was in 1975.

Super Bowl Rentals - Condos To Campsites

2009-01-24T09:30:00.006-05:00

The good news is, there is no shortage of Super Bowl rentals. The bad news- it's going to cost you. One website has over 150 rentals available, priced from $7,000 to $10,000 for a five-night stay. A Tampa penthouse, 4 tickets to the game, reservations at Bern's Steakhouse and a foursome at Avila Country Club, are a $25,000 package. Hundreds of other homes are being offered by real estate brokers and homeowners at significantly lower prices, $2,000 - $5000. Many owners don't feel it's worth moving out of their home temporarily for anything less. Hotel rooms are still available but expect to pay the rack rate and book for at least 3 nights. Hotel demand appears to be growing since the teams were determined last weekend. Camp sites are available in the $30-$45-a-night range, but you better hurry, they're filling up fast. There are also "special accommodations", like an apartment on The World, a 644-foot, 12-deck ship that will dock at Tampa's Cruise Terminal for the game. The World will book available apartments for a minimum three-night stay Jan. 30 through Feb. 3 for the Super Bowl starting at $1900 per night. And last but not least, the "no hotel needed" option offered by USA3000. For $578 you get round-trip airfare on a flight that leaves Pittsburgh at 7:30 a.m. Feb. 1 and departs Tampa after the game.