Men’s Soccer Rowdies Cup vs. Tampa Proceeds Will Benefit Children’s Cancer Center

The 41annual Mayor's Cup or Rowdies Cup will be the start of a new era for the contest between the University of Tampa and South Florida men's soccer programs. The game will now serve as a fundraiser for a local charity, with this year's game on Aug. 24 benefiting Children's Cancer Center of Tampa."Over the years this game, and this fantastic city, have provided so many great memories for all of us," head coachsaid. "So to show our appreciation, the coaching staffs from both schools looked for ways in which this game could give back to the Tampa community. We decided to make the Mayor's/Rowdies Cup game an annual charity event. I'm excited to announce this year's charitable partner is the Children's Cancer Center of Tampa. I look forward to seeing our fans August 24 and to helping this amazing organization."The 41annual Rowdies Cup, hosted at Corbett Stadium on USF Campus this year, will feature free admission but donations to the Children's Cancer Center of Tampa are encouraged. Kick off is scheduled for 7 p.m., and the Children's Cancer Center of Tampa will collect donations onsite at the event, as well as online. A link to donate will be available in the coming days.The Children's Cancer Center is a non-profit center whose mission is to provide assistance to families with children who have cancer or chronic blood disorders. Anyone who wishes to donate may do so at the game, or online here. For ticket inquiries for USF men's soccer or to purchase an Olympic Gold Pass, which provides entry to all men's soccer, women's soccer and volleyball contests in 2019, visit USFBullsTix.com or call 1-800-GO-BULLS The Bulls concluded the 2018 regular season with a 7-8-2 overall record and American Athletic Conference 4-1-2 mark. Senior strikerwas named first team all-conference while, a sophomore defender was named second team all-conference, and, freshman defender, was named to the All-Rookie team.Head Coachreturns to lead the Bulls in his third season at the helm.Follow the men's soccer team on social media ( Twitter Instagram ) and visit GoUSFBulls.com for the most up-to-date information.