Local News Reports: Notre Dame vs. Georgia Sugar Bowl Postponed to Thursday Following Tragic Incident
Local News Reports: Notre Dame vs. Georgia Sugar Bowl Postponed to Thursday Following Tragic Incident
The Sugar Bowl, originally scheduled for New Year’s Day, will be delayed until Thursday night following a devastating attack that claimed the lives of 10 people in New Orleans.
NBC affiliate WDSU reports that sources have confirmed the game’s postponement after the tragic events early this morning in the French Quarter.
Official Sugar Bowl Statement on Bourbon Street Tragedy
“The Sugar Bowl Committee is deeply saddened by the horrific events that unfolded this morning. Our hearts go out to the victims and their families. We are in constant communication with local, state, and federal authorities and will provide more information as it becomes available,” said Jeff Hundley, CEO of the Sugar Bowl Committee.
What to Expect for the Sugar Bowl’s New Schedule
While the details are still being finalized, the most likely scenario is that the Sugar Bowl will take place on Thursday night, as confirmed by the sources. As one of the College Football Playoff semifinals, the game is too significant to be canceled. At this time, there are no reports suggesting that the venue, the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, will be changed.
The rescheduled game is expected to proceed without further major changes, but officials continue to monitor the situation closely.
