Cal Fans Surge Through Barricades Before ESPN's 'College GameDay' for Miami Showdown
The excitement around Cal’s first-ever ESPN “College GameDay” appearance reached a fever pitch when fans couldn’t contain their enthusiasm ahead of the Golden Bears' big game against the Miami Hurricanes. Early Saturday morning, hours before the official opening, eager Cal fans broke through the barricades set up around Memorial Glade on the Berkeley campus, causing a chaotic scene. Videos circulated on social media showing waves of fans pushing past the gates, overwhelming the security in place.
One social media user, Avinash Kunnath from "Write For California," captured the moment on X (formerly Twitter), describing it as "complete chaos in Berkeley." Kunnath shared clips showing two waves of fans charging through the barriers, estimating that the crowd reached the thousands even before midnight. The energy and anticipation in the air were palpable as Cal students and alumni alike prepared for what could be a monumental night for their football team.
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The Golden Bears are set to host the No. 8-ranked Miami Hurricanes in what is only Miami’s second trip to Berkeley, with their last visit dating back to 1990. Miami dominated that previous game, winning 52-24, but this year's matchup has added layers of excitement. Not only is it Cal’s first home game in the ACC, but it also presents an opportunity to secure their first victory against a top-ranked opponent since 2020.
Cal quarterback Fernando Mendoza emphasized how special this moment is for the team, saying, "Opportunities like this don’t come often, especially with all the bells and whistles of ‘GameDay’ coming and Miami being a top-10 team in the nation." With thousands of fans already buzzing before kickoff, this game promises to be one of the most electric in recent Cal history.
If Cal manages to upset Miami, it would not only be their first ACC win at home but a defining moment for a team looking to make its mark in a new conference. Fans have good reason to be excited — the energy surrounding this matchup is one for the books, and Cal has a chance to prove themselves on a national stage.
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