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Coastal Carolina to Face Louisiana Tech in the 49th Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl
The 49th edition of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl kicks off on Tuesday, December 30 at 1 p.m. CST on ESPN, and the matchup is now set, as the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers will face off against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.
Concessions at Independence Stadium to Feature Local Restaurants
Concessions options at the game will include Pizza Hut, Sonic, Louisiana Smokehouse, Lilah’s Bakery and PJ’s Coffee.
Up to 2,000 Students to Receive Game Tickets Through Whataburger/Independence Bowl Scholar Program
The Whataburger/Independence Bowl Scholar Program provides game tickets and meal coupons to up to 2,000 students from Caddo Parish Public Schools (K-12) based on academic achievement or progress during the 2025 fall semester.
Pizza Hut Family 4-Pack to Feature In-Stadium Food and Beverage
For the first time, the Pizza Hut Family 4-Pack ticket package includes food and drink at Independence Stadium on game day and a total of over $50 of benefits from Pizza Hut. The ticket package is $160 for Endzone Bench seats and $300 for Premium Sideline Chairback seats.
One Lucky Fan to Win the Ultimate I-Bowl Experience
Fans can register to win the Ultimate I-Bowl Experience at RadianceTechnologiesIndependenceBowl.com/experience through Friday, December 5. The winner will be announced on 1130 The Tiger on December 10. No purchase is necessary to register.
Goodwill to Host Ticket Giveaway Across North Louisiana Starting November 10
For the second consecutive year, the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl and Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana have partnered for a ticket giveaway for fans from November 10 through December 5.
Former Chairman Mike McCarthy Named to the 2025 Bowl Season Leadership Hall of Fame Class
Bowl Season announced their 2025 inductees into the Bowl Season Leadership Hall of Fame on Thursday, October 30, and former Independence Bowl Chairman Mike McCarthy is being honored by the national college football world for his endless contributions – being named as a member of Bowl Season’s Leadership Hall of Fame Class of 2025.
29 Local Educators to Receive $1,000 Donations from Independence Bowl
In partnership with the College Football Playoff Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers initiative, the Independence Bowl Foundation is set to donate $1,000 apiece to 29 local educators in 2025. The teachers receiving donations will be announced in December and recognized at the 2025 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl on Tuesday, December 30 at 1 p.m.
“Show Your Independence” Art Contest Returns for 11th Year
One of the numerous community initiatives hosted by the Independence Bowl Foundation, the “Show Your Independence” Art Contest returns for its 11th year in 2025. Contest sheets were distributed to schools across Caddo, Bossier and DeSoto Parishes.
Retired United States Army General Charles A. Flynn Named 2025 Omar N. Bradley Spirit of Independence Award Recipient
Each year, the Independence Bowl Foundation honors one of our country’s most outstanding and decorated citizens or groups with the Omar N. Bradley Spirit of Independence Award, and 2025 brings one of the award’s most decorated recipients – General (Ret.) Charles A. Flynn.
Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers Increase Sponsorship for 2025
Community partners are a vital part of the year-round operation of the Independence Bowl Foundation – helping the Independence Bowl host local events and support community endeavors throughout the year – and Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers are helping lead that charge by increasing their corporate partnership for 2025.
Rally on the Red Headlines Bowl Week Public Events Lineup
Bowl Week in Shreveport-Bossier City means more than just the bowl game – it is a celebration of college football in the community, and the annual Rally on the Red, presented by Live! Casino & Hotel and Heard, McElroy & Vestal, will headline the week of free public events leading into the big game.
Independence Bowl Foundation
425 Ashley Ridge Blvd, Suite 360, Shreveport, LA 71106 | P.O. Box 6834, Shreveport, LA 71136
318.221.0712 | 888.414.BOWL | [email protected]