Buccaneers Announce Creamsicle Uniform Return Debut Against Old Division Rival

The creamsicles are making their highly anticipated return to Tampa Bay.

Tampa, FL -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will pay tribute to the organization’s rich history by wearing their original ‘Creamsicle’ uniforms against former NFC Central Division rivals the Detroit Lions on Oct. 15. The game marks the first time Tampa Bay will wear the distinctive color scheme since 2012 and serves as the centerpiece of the organization’s Creamsicle launch focusing on celebrating the deep roots of the team’s nearly 50-year history.

“The return of our beloved Creamsicle uniforms for this special game is something that our fans have been passionate about for many years, and we are excited to celebrate the history of our franchise with a unique, dedicated Creamsicle gameday experience,” said Buccaneers Chief Operating Officer Brian Ford. “This is more than a throwback game; it is a celebration of our legacy and some of the great moments and players that make our story so special to our fans.”

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The Buccaneers wore their orange uniforms from the club’s inaugural season from 1976-1996 and once per year from 2009-12. Buccaneers legends such as Hall of Famer Lee Roy Selmon, and Ring of Honor inductees Jimmie Giles and Doug Williams wore the iconic creamsicle uniforms during the team’s first playoff season in 1979—which ended one game short of a Super Bowl appearance.

In addition to the uniforms, Raymond James Stadium will be transformed to pay homage to the team’s original home Tampa Stadium — which was affectionately referred to as ‘The Big Sombrero’ — with retro field stencils, stadium bunting and video board assets.

Game themes for the remaining Buccaneers home games will be announced in the coming days.

Tickets to all the team’s home games are on sale now and available for purchase at Buccaneers.com. Limited Buccaneers season pass memberships and single game tickets are available. For more information or to speak with a Buccaneers account representative, please contact 866-582-2827 or visit Buccaneers.com.

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(via Tampa Bay Buccaneers press release)

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