Friday's soccer match featuring No. 13 Florida State at No. 9 Florida is canceled due to approaching Hurricane Irma.
No. 9 Florida vs No. 13 Florida State Soccer Match Canceled
Thursday, September 7, 2017 | Soccer
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This is the second consecutive year a hurricane cancels this match-up between the in-state rivals.
By: Mary Howard
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – For the second consecutive year, a hurricane cancels the Florida versus Florida State soccer match.
Last year it was Hurricane Hermine.
This year it is approaching Hurricane Irma.
Both hurricanes have the same result on the top-15 matchup: Canceled. Approaching Hurricane Irma caused the cancellation of Friday's No. 13 Florida State at No. 9 Florida match.
Friday's match-up featured two top-15 teams – No. 13 Florida State at No. 9 Florida. It was to be played at 7 p.m. at the James G. Pressly Stadium.
Governor Rick Scott canceled public school in the state (including universities) earlier tonight, leading to the decision to cancel Friday's soccer match.
Next for the Gators:
The Gators open Southeastern Conference play Thursday, Sept. 14 against Mississippi (5-0-1, 0-0 SEC). Match time is set for 7 p.m. at the James G. Pressly Stadium.
The first 250 fans receive Gators rally sticks. It's $1 Thursday and fans can get a 12 ounce soda and a popcorn for a $1 each.
Thursday Night Soccer on SEC Network kicks off seven consecutive weeks of SEC soccer action with the Mississippi at Florida match. The match can also be heard on ESPN 98.1 FM / 850 AM or GatorVision.com.
