Boca Raton Bowl 101: Anthony Barbar on How It Started and Where It’s Going
Boca Raton Bowl Executive Committee Chair, Anthony Barbar, says it best.
“Athletics is the only event that you have that brings people from different walks of life together where we’re not sitting quietly but we are cheering and we are talking and we’re enjoying each other’s company while we’re enjoying a game,” says Barbar.
In Episode 3 of Inside the Boca Raton Bowl, Paige Kornblue sits down with Anthony Barbar, an influential figure behind the Boca Raton Bowl’s success. As chair of the Boca Raton Bowl’s Executive Committee, former chair of the Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees, and president of Barbar and Associates, Anthony offers an in-depth look at how this college football game came to life. He discusses the strategic vision for bringing ESPN on board and how the bowl has grown into a celebrated event in South Florida.
Anthony highlights the bowl’s impact on the community, from enhancing local business visibility throughout Palm Beach County to creating memorable experiences for fans and teams alike. Plus hear some of the most unforgettable moments in Boca Raton Bowl’s history, including standout games and community initiatives. Join Paige and Anthony for a great discussion on the Boca Raton Bowl’s evolution and gameday!
