The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

The 21st Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl was played on December 23, 2023, and featured the James Madison University Dukes and Air Force Academy Falcons. James Madison, playing in their first-ever bowl game, gave a strong performance but was ultimately defeated by the strong running game of the Falcons. Running back Emmanuel Michel led the team with 203 yards and 2 TDs, carrying the Falcons to a 31-21 victory and earning them the title of back-to-back Armed Forces Bowl Champions.

Owned and operated by ESPN Events, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has honored our nation’s heroes since 2006. For the past 20+ years, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has hosted fan-fest areas showcasing armed forces hardware, conducted flyovers before the game, held demonstrations by several of the military’s top skydiving teams, awarded custom homes to wounded warriors, directed on-field induction ceremonies, showcased armed forces bands and honor guards, and given out the annual “Great American Patriot Award” (GAPA) presented by Armed Forces Insurance.

Lockheed Martin joined the bowl as its title sponsor on February 5, 2014, and in 2019, committed to an extension of their sponsorship through the 2025 game.

Free Tickets for Veterans

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