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A family of ‘Automaticas:’ Hear from the Gramaticas about the story behind Թϱfootball’s top kicker
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl champion Martin “Automatica” Gramatica is now channeling his trademark passion into fatherhood, nervously watching his son, Թϱ kicker Nico Gramatica, follow in his legendary footsteps. Nico next takes the field for USF’s Homecoming game Saturday against Florida Atlantic University.
October 13, 2025ԹϱAthletics
The Bulls have returned to the Associated Press Top 25 Poll following its 54-26 win against Charlotte at Raymond James Stadium. As part of "Flashback Friday," Թϱcelebrated the early years of the program with the "Robo Bull" logo adorning its helmets and at midfield.
October 4, 2025ԹϱAthletics
Թϱkicks off its American Conference opener at Raymond James Stadium this Friday with a throwback twist – players will wear the original “RoboBull” helmets from the program’s first season. Take a look back at some fun facts from that inaugural year.
September 30, 2025ԹϱAthletics
Hundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of ԹϱAthletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.
September 22, 2025ԹϱAthletics, University News

Miami-based Թϱalumni rally to cheer on Bulls in upcoming football showdown
With more than 11,000 Թϱalumni in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, many are gearing up to watch Թϱfootball’s Saturday matchup against the University of Miami.
September 11, 2025ԹϱAthletics

Թϱinterns capture historic Florida upset through photos, video and memes
ԹϱAthletics interns helped capture one of the program’s biggest wins — the Bulls’ 18–16 upset over then-No. 13 Florida — through viral photos, videos and memes that spread nationwide. From an iconic celebration shot to unexpected Nintendo 3DS sideline footage, their work preserved the emotion of the moment while gaining invaluable hands-on experience.
September 11, 2025Student Success, ԹϱAthletics

Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins, a former ԹϱAthletics staff member, becomes the first Թϱalum to lead the department.He has served as executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission since 2004, successfully positioning the region as one of the nation’s premier destinations in sports and entertainment.
September 9, 2025ԹϱAthletics, University News
Թϱstunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. Թϱwill continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.
September 7, 2025ԹϱAthletics
For its first ranked win since 2016, Թϱfootball beat No. 25 Boise State 34-7. The Bulls were “Back in Black" at Raymond James Stadium in front of a nationally-televised audience on ESPN.
August 29, 2025ԹϱAthletics

Թϱstudent-athletes trade jerseys for hard hats to help build new on-campus stadium
As Թϱfootball gears up for its Aug. 28 season opener against Boise State, student-athletes are also helping lay the foundation for the university’s future on-campus stadium. Through a mentorship program with DuCon Construction, Bulls are gaining hands-on experience that connects teamwork on the field to teamwork in building a 35,000-seat facility.
August 27, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success, ԹϱAthletics

Թϱdebuts first video look at the new on-campus stadium
It’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.
August 20, 2025ԹϱAthletics
Defensive lineman Josh Celiscar was selected to wear No. 63 for the 2025 season. That was the National Football League number of the late Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lee Roy Selmon, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and Թϱprogram patriarch who's remembered as one of Tampa's most beloved citizens and role models.
August 11, 2025ԹϱAthletics