TAMPA - USF senior linebacker Kion Wilson has accepted an invitation to play in the East-West Shrine Game.

The East-West Shrine Game boasts a list of alums representing the football greats of today and yesterday, including John Elway, Tom Brady, Brett Favre and many more.

Wilson will be the fifth Bull to accept an invitation to the postseason draft showcase.  Taurus Johnson (2008), Richard Clebert (2007), Trae Williams (2007) and Bill Gramatica (2000) also participated in previous seasons.

Wilson was recently named the BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week after registering an interception, 2.5 tackles for loss and a game-high 12 tackles in USF's 30-19 win over No. 20 West Virginia last Friday.

"The East-West Shrine Game has always fielded players among college football's best," said East-West Shrine Game Executive Director Jack Hart. "With all 32 NFL teams represented by GMs, coaches and scouts during game week, our players have the terrific opportunity to showcase their talents and get their first glimpse of life in the NFL ... 'Just Like on Sunday.'"

While the teams are divided by East and West, the players come together for the beneficiary of the event, Shriners Hospitals for Children, an international pediatric specialty health care system.

"We hope our supporters all over the country will come out and enjoy this exciting game," said Douglas E. Maxwell, president and CEO of Shriners Hospitals for Children. "Our health care system depends on the generosity of our supporters, and this game is one of our signature events - all proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children."

Those who would like to support the East-West Shrine Game can do the following:

• Attend the East-West Shrine Game in Orlando on Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. EST
• Tune in to ESPN2 on Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. EST to watch the live broadcast
• Join the free East-West Shrine Game Fan Club online at www.shrinegame.com for player and coach updates, game news, discounts and more