Cal's First 'College GameDay' Visit Sparks Excitement and Chaos

ESPN's 'College GameDay' made its debut at UC Berkeley, drawing thousands of enthusiastic fans and leading to crowd control challenges.

ESPN's 'College GameDay' was broadcast from UC Berkeley for the first time, coinciding with Cal's game against No. 8 Miami.
Fans broke through barricades at Memorial Glade, overwhelming security before the official opening of the event.
Lee Corso, a longtime 'GameDay' analyst, was absent due to health issues, marking his first missed episode of the 2024 season.
Cal fans showcased creativity with humorous signs, adding to the lively atmosphere despite the early morning start.
Daniel Villaseñor, a Cal student, won $100,000 in a kicking contest, with an additional $100,000 donated to Hurricane Helene relief efforts.