Call it a sign of the times or an indicator of fan support, but the days at Bucs & Bulls Heaven - a North Tampa retailer dedicated to everything Tampa Bay Bucs and USF Bulls - sure aren't like they used to be.
So much so that owner Jeff Fox has decided to close the store for good according to 10 News. Even with a cost-saving move to a new, smaller location at 1418 E. Busch Boulevard back in March couldn't save the store which sells everything from automotive gear to novelties, uniforms, and more dedicated to Tampa's two most-cherished football teams.
The store, which opened its doors in 1996, has experienced brighter times, most notably following the Bucs Super Bowl win in early 2003 when some fans waited up to three hours just to get in to Bucs & Bulls heaven.
But now, the Bucs have fallen off as of late, ticket sales aren't what they used to be, and fans haven't even been able to watch the team as much on T.V. due to the NFL's old, draconian blackout rules.
Fox says he will close the store by the end of August. Employees have already begun marking down the prices on select Bucs and Bulls gear leaving fans of either team with the opportunity to purchase some seriously discounted gear.
Get on down to Bucs & Bulls Heaven by the end of August, get some discounted gear, and help this vital, local business go out with a bang. For more information on Bucs & Bulls heaven including inventory, hours, and more, visit authenticteammerchandise.com.
