EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With just three days remaining until the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl kicks off, excitement continues to build across El Paso as teams and fans prepare for the holiday tradition.<\/p>\n
The Arizona State Sun Devils arrived El Paso on Sunday and quickly started to enjoy everything the Borderland has to offer.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe had a fun time last night at dinner, you know, a little karaoke and just vibing and stuff, seeing the animals was pretty fun,\u201d Defensive Lineman Jacob Kongaika said.<\/p>\n
On Sunday, Arizona State got down to business, holding practice at Eastwood High School as preparations continued for Wednesday\u2019s matchup.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe definitely want to get the young guys a lot of reps and get them better, that\u2019s one of the keys to having these extra bowl practices,\u201d head coach Kenny Dillingham said.<\/p>\n
Dillingham acknowledged his roster is smaller than earlier in the season, but his focus remains on preparing the players who made the trip for kickoff.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s 32 or 35 guys that were down something like that, which is part of it, that\u2019s the nature of it,\u201d Dillingham said.<\/p>\n
While teams prepare on the field, fans will have plenty to enjoy.<\/p>\n
The Sun Bowl Fan Fiesta will take over the El Paso Convention Center, featuring live music, DJ, a parade and the Battle of the Bands.<\/p>\n