Get in the game
Flag Football teams from across Florida take over the Buccaneers’ world-class training facility in Tampa for the 2026 Sunshine Bowl, to help raise money for Special Olympics Florida – an organization that brings the joy of sport to more than 80,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities across the state. Huddle up, and join us in our mission of transforming lives.
Play in one of the following divisions:
Heroes (Law Enforcement/Military/Fire/EMS) | Recreation | Unified | Corporate | College
2026 Honorary Event Chairs
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All-Star Sponsors
Unwavering commitment. Boundless generosity. Our corporate partners are instrumental in making the Sunshine Bowl successful for our players, coaches, spectators, and all participants. We’d love to have you join the team.
Huddle Up and Play
Join us for a great day at the Buccaneers' practice facility! Each team is guaranteed 2 games.
Let's See Your Spirit
Learn cheers, jumps and a routine from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders! For ages 5-13.
FAQs
Absolutely! Spectators are allowed to attend free of charge and watch the games from the stadium seating.
Free parking is available at Raymond James Stadium. Look for and follow the signs for parking on event day.
Coolers are not permitted, but you may bring water bottles. Only refillable water containers are allowed on the field. Please note this is a non-alcoholic event. There will be food trucks open.
Special Olympics Florida and The Tampa Bay Buccaneers reserve the right to cancel or suspend the event if field conditions could result in injury to players or damage the fields. In the instance of inclement weather, games could be shortened, postponed, re-scheduled or cancelled. All donations are non-refundable.
Rules for the event can be found HERE.
The Sunshine Bowl Flag Football tournament is a one-day flag football tournament that allows players to play on the same field where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers train, while supporting the athletes of Special Olympics Florida.
Flag football teams with registered players are eligible to participate. Each team member must sign a waiver before they will be permitted to play on the field.
The minimum donation per team is $1,200 to participate in the Sunshine Bowl.
By sending in your $100, you secure a place in one of the Divisions and can continue fundraising toward the minimum.
There are prizes and incentives for the top fundraising teams.
Yes! Teams can continue fundraising up to the day of their games.
Teams are encouraged to wear identifiable team uniforms. All uniforms must have numbers.
Start times depend on Division. The Captain receives the schedule one week prior.
- Secures spot with $100 deposit
- Ensures waivers are signed
- Submits all donations
- Picks up team incentives
6-on-6 format with strict non-contact screening rules. This is a fundraiser event.
Learn cheers, jumps, and more from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders. Includes photo opportunity and T-shirt.
Open to ages 5–13.
The minimum donation is $50 per person.
Yes! Day-of registration and additional donations are welcome.
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