FEBRUARY 2025 EDITION
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SAVE THE DATE! ANNUAL MEMBER CRAWFISH BOIL!
The Annual Member Crawfish Boil is less than two months away on Saturday, April 12 from 11 AM until 2 PM at Hurricane Alley in the East Bank District!
All active members receive an invitation for two for all-you-can-eat crawfish and jambalaya from Shaver's Catering. We will have water and soft drinks for members and guests, and alcohol and other food options will be available for purchase at any of the restaurants in the East Bank. Members will be able to purchase additional tickets for guests (price TBD).
INDY BOWL JUNIOR TENNIS CLASSIC RETURNS IN APRIL
The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Junior Tennis Classic returns to Shreveport-Bossier on April 5-6. The USTA Level 5 Open tournament brings boys and girls ages 10-18 to Shreveport-Bossier for the two-day tournament! Over 125 players from 13 different states across the country flocked to Shreveport in 2024. Register by clicking the button below!
Rediscover LOUISIANA DOWNS
Louisiana Downs is more than a racetrack. It’s a destination. Experience thrilling races, a lively casino, award-winning dining and endless entertainment. There’s something for everyone!
LIVE QUARTER HORSE RACING!
NOW through March 29, come enjoy the thrill of Live Quarter Horse racing! You don’t want to miss it, so gather your friends and family for a day at the races. Experience a season filled with fun and excitement like no other!
GAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT
The party never ends at our casino! With new promotions every month and weekly live music, there’s always something to look forward to experiencing. From giveaways to exclusive events, we keep the fun fresh and rewarding.
More than Racing
LUCKY PALACE
Experience one of the TOP 100 Chinese restaurants in the country! Lucky Palace is known for its authentic Chinese cuisine and exceptional wine selection. Pair gourmet dishes with a glass of wine for a dining experience you won’t forget!
THE INSIDE RAIL
Catch the game and the races at this dynamic sportsbook bar and grill. Enjoy a cold beer or your favorite cocktail paired with juicy burgers, fresh wings, and more-all while cheering on your favorite sports.
BREW
Start your day right with a fresh cup of Peet’s Coffee®. Recharge during the day with a cold-brew, latte or tasty pastry.
SCOOPS & SLICES
Craving something sweet and savory? Treat yourself to freshly made pizza and hand-dipped ice cream! It’s perfect for your next family-favorite spot.
GET INVOLVED
WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS TO THE INDEPENDENCE BOWL FOUNDATION!
Our bowl spans over six decades, and the Independence Bowl Foundation is the main catalyst for our success! The Independence Bowl Foundation is an organization consisting of numerous volunteer committees, which carry out all of its functions, drawing upon its more than 350 members. Memberships are open for anyone who would like to become a part of the 11th most-historic bowl game in college football and start as low as $200.
Welcome to our new Independence Bowl Foundation members!
Robert Cresswell
Lane Rosen
Leslie Santure
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ODDS & ENDS
NINE INDEPENDENCE BOWL ALUMNI INVITED TO NFL COMBINE
NFL Draft season is underway, and the next wave of Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl alumni are looking to join the over 75 former Independence Bowl players in the NFL.
The NFL Combine – the premier draft scouting event gets underway this week, and nine former Independence Bowl players are amongst the elite group of NFL Draft prospects who were invited to the event.
• CB Trey Amos (Louisiana, 2022) – finished career at Ole Miss
• DL Tyler Batty (BYU, 2021)
• RB Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech, 2023)
• DL Jamaree Caldwell (Houston, 2022) – finished career at Oregon
• WR Matthew Golden (Houston, 2022) – finished career at Texas
• DB Mac McWilliams (UAB, 2021) – finished career at UCF
• OL Caleb Rogers (Texas Tech, 2023)
• DB Nohl Williams (California, 2023)
• DB Craig Woodson (Cal, 2023)
TUNE INTO THE INSIDE THE I-BOWL PODCAST!
The Inside the I-Bowl Podcast, presented by The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate, is the official podcast of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl and Independence Bowl Foundation. We keep you updated on all the Independence Bowl news throughout the year, as well as college football news and current events. We also talk to former Independence Bowl players and coaches, sharing their college football and Bowl Season stories, as well as their experience in Shreveport. Click the buttons to subscribe and listen wherever you listen to your podcasts!
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IT'S MARDI GRAS SEASON!
A LOOK BACK AT OUR MARDI GRAS PREVIEW PARADE!
It's now MARDI GRAS SEASON! The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl helped give fans a sneak preview of Mardi Gras Season with our Mardi Gras Preview Parade the night before the bowl game!
The Mardi Gras Preview Parade kicks off our annual Rally on the Red, which takes place the night before the game and features a parade, Battle of the Bands, fireworks show and free concert. The parade features floats from a variety of local Mardi Gras Krewes and the two university bands and spirit squads! The parade begins in the Louisiana Boardwalk and flows through the Boardwalk and the East Bank District, ending at the East Bank Plaza.
Check out some of the best photos from the 2024 Mardi Gras Preview Parade!
