Meet Mrs. and Mr. UCF

UCF's Spirit Squad wouldn't be where it is right now without coach Linda Gooch. And Linda wouldn't be where she is today without her husband, Alan. In this podcast episode, discover how Linda Gooch went from a standout high school athlete to a trailblazing cheer coach, leading the UCF Knights to multiple national championships and earning her place in the Florida Sports Hall of Fame—the first ever for cheerleading. Alongside her husband Alan, a former UCF football coach and sports foundation CEO, Linda shares stories of perseverance, building traditions from the ground up, and the challenges and triumphs of coaching at the collegiate level. Tune in for an inspiring journey through four decades of UCF spirit, sports, and the enduring partnership of Mr. and Mrs. UCF. Guests: Linda Gooch - UCF Spirit Squad Head Coach Alan Gooch - Orlando Sports Foundation CEO