University of Miami Football Team Descends upon Miami Beach Hotel in Preparation for College Football Playoff Championship Game Against Indiana Hoosiers
In a pre-game routine that's become increasingly common, the University of Miami football team has departed Coral Gables campus and arrived at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, where they'll spend the weekend in preparation for Monday night's highly anticipated matchup against the Indiana Hoosiers.
While South Florida fans are abuzz with excitement, the Canes have chosen to tune out the noise and focus on their own game plan. "We don't really listen to the outside noise," said quarterback Carson Beck. "That keeps us locked in and focused, and it allows us to be consistent."
The Hoosiers, who are currently an 8.5-point favorite over Miami, boast a formidable offense led by Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, who has thrown eight touchdowns in two playoff games. But the Canes have remained confident throughout the postseason, citing their home-field advantage at Hard Rock Stadium.
"Playing on our own turf is a plus," said wide receiver CJ Daniels. "We get to do it in front of our fans, and that's what we're looking forward to."
Head coach Mario Cristobal echoed Daniels' sentiments, saying that his team has been working hard throughout the week and is ready for the challenge ahead.
"We've had a great week of practice," Cristobal said. "Our energy and enthusiasm are always high, and I feel like we get better with our process each and every week."
The Canes will have to overcome significant doubters if they hope to emerge victorious against the heavily favored Hoosiers. But as Beck pointed out, his team has consistently performed well despite being underdogs throughout the postseason.
"It's not about listening to the outside noise," Beck said. "It's about staying focused on what we do best, and that's what we're going to do."
The stage is set for an epic showdown between two of college football's top teams. Will the Canes be able to silence their doubters and bring home a championship title? Only time will tell.
In a pre-game routine that's become increasingly common, the University of Miami football team has departed Coral Gables campus and arrived at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, where they'll spend the weekend in preparation for Monday night's highly anticipated matchup against the Indiana Hoosiers.
While South Florida fans are abuzz with excitement, the Canes have chosen to tune out the noise and focus on their own game plan. "We don't really listen to the outside noise," said quarterback Carson Beck. "That keeps us locked in and focused, and it allows us to be consistent."
The Hoosiers, who are currently an 8.5-point favorite over Miami, boast a formidable offense led by Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, who has thrown eight touchdowns in two playoff games. But the Canes have remained confident throughout the postseason, citing their home-field advantage at Hard Rock Stadium.
"Playing on our own turf is a plus," said wide receiver CJ Daniels. "We get to do it in front of our fans, and that's what we're looking forward to."
Head coach Mario Cristobal echoed Daniels' sentiments, saying that his team has been working hard throughout the week and is ready for the challenge ahead.
"We've had a great week of practice," Cristobal said. "Our energy and enthusiasm are always high, and I feel like we get better with our process each and every week."
The Canes will have to overcome significant doubters if they hope to emerge victorious against the heavily favored Hoosiers. But as Beck pointed out, his team has consistently performed well despite being underdogs throughout the postseason.
"It's not about listening to the outside noise," Beck said. "It's about staying focused on what we do best, and that's what we're going to do."
The stage is set for an epic showdown between two of college football's top teams. Will the Canes be able to silence their doubters and bring home a championship title? Only time will tell.