The Army West Point Black Knights showed their true colors upon arriving in Shreveport, La., in preparation for the Independence Bowl

On Tuesday afternoon, the Army Black Knights arrived in Shreveport ahead of its big matchup against Louisiana Tech on Saturday in the Independence Bowl. Players and coaches were greeted by staff of the Independence Bowl and were welcomed with Mardi Gras beads.

The 2024-25 college football postseason continues on Saturday, Dec. 28 with Army and Louisiana Tech meeting in the Independence Bowl. This game takes place at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, La. This is the third all-time meeting between the Black Knights and Bulldogs on the gridiron. Army holds a 2-0 series edge over Louisiana Tech.