It is a big week for University of Miami football fans: ESPN’s College GameDay is heading to Coral Gables, the iconic traveling pregame show that descends on the nation’s most marquee matchups each Saturday. The announcement, reported by Yahoo Sports and Sports Illustrated, signals just how much national attention the Hurricanes are drawing this season.

The excitement comes on the heels of Miami’s victory over Duke on November 14, with head coach Mario Cristobal sharing key notes and quotes with the media following the win, according to Sports Illustrated. The Hurricanes’ strong performance has put the program squarely in the national spotlight, making Coral Gables the place to be for college football fans this coming weekend.

Sports Illustrated outlined three reasons why ESPN chose Miami for the coveted GameDay slot, pointing to the team’s impressive season, the high stakes of the upcoming matchup, and the electric atmosphere that the Miami faithful bring to Hard Rock Stadium. As Canes Warning noted, the GameDay decision underscores just how much is riding on Miami’s season — and how seriously the rest of the country is taking the Hurricanes as a legitimate contender.

College GameDay has long been a barometer of a program’s national relevance, and its arrival in Coral Gables is a milestone moment for a fanbase that has been energized all year. For students, alumni, and South Florida residents alike, the show’s visit is a chance to celebrate the community’s passion for the game on a truly national stage.

Whether you are a lifelong Canes supporter or simply a college football fan looking to soak in the atmosphere, Coral Gables is set to be the center of the college football universe this weekend — and Miami’s players and coaches have earned every bit of it.

Sources: Yahoo Sports, Sports Illustrated, Sports Illustrated