As the Gators and their fans gear up for their season opener, some local store owners are just as excited. Gators Plus store manager Christina Rodenwoldt said her store plans their entire year around football season. Indiana resident Tim Sousley said he has planned for a while to come to Gainesville for a Gator game.

"We've been saving. We got the hotel reservations and everything end of May, first of June," said Sousley.

To see more on Sousley's trip and how football season drives business, watch the video to your right.