Colorado vs UCF Game Delayed Due to Lightning: Weather Conditions Impact Big 12 Showdown
As the highly anticipated Big 12 matchup between Colorado and UCF was about to kick off at FBC Mortgage Stadium in Orlando, weather became the unexpected factor delaying the start. Just before the scheduled 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff, lightning in the area forced officials to call a weather delay, pushing the game back by nearly an hour. Despite the earlier passage of Hurricane Helene, Florida’s weather remained unpredictable, with lingering thunderstorms affecting the game’s start time.
The UCF Knights, riding high off an exciting 35-34 road victory over TCU, entered this contest with a 3-0 record and an undefeated start in Big 12 play. On the other side, Colorado, led by the charismatic Deion Sanders, came in with a 3-1 record, fresh from a narrow win over Baylor. The Buffaloes’ only loss this season was to Nebraska, a 28-10 defeat in Week 2.
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The game was eventually set to begin around 4:20 p.m. ET after fans and players patiently waited out the weather. UCF won the coin toss and deferred possession to the second half, giving Colorado the ball first as play finally got underway.
For the fans, the delay did little to dampen spirits. FBC Mortgage Stadium, known as "The Bounce House," quickly filled up with eager supporters, ready to see their teams in action. Lightning delays and weather concerns are not unfamiliar to sports fans in Florida, but Saturday’s disruption reminded everyone that nature remains a wildcard, especially during hurricane season.
As the game began, Colorado and UCF faced challenges beyond just their opponents. The field conditions after the storm, combined with the long delay, added an element of unpredictability to the game. The Knights, playing in their home state, looked to use their strong rushing game to maintain control, while Colorado depended on their star quarterback Shadeur Sanders to make things happen through the air.
Ultimately, the resilience of the players, fans, and teams was on full display as they navigated the delay and came together to play an exciting Big 12 matchup. While the delay was a minor setback, it certainly set the stage for an intriguing clash between two teams with high expectations for their seasons.
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