MIAMI BEACH – Seems like Jayhawk fans everywhere decided to hit Miami on New Year’s Day.My flight from Kansas City to Dallas was filled with Jayhawks, who then dispersed to at least five different other flights to the Miami area. And according to media who have been down here longer, the fans are finally noticeable.In fact, by my observation, there is a lot more KU blue than Virginia Tech maroon. Of course, that could be because KU fans feel compelled to wear their school colors more than Tech fans, or Hokies, and Jayhawks just choose to congregate in different places.I really can’t tell.Long awaitedMark Robinett had the opportunity to go to the Orange Bowl in 1969. He and his hallmates estimated it would cost about $50 to get down here, buy a ticket and spend a couple nights.A poor college student, and assuming KU’s football dominance was beginning, Robinett passed on the opportunity. He’s been waiting – and regretting his decision – ever since.But he’s here in Miami and ready for the game.Weather reportI know it’s cold in Lawrence, and much colder than it is here, but Miami is embroiled in one of its coldest snaps in years. It’s only 57 degrees here.Jayhawk fans seem to be a bit disappointed to be wearing hoodies and jeans instead of T-shirts and shorts as they wander around town.Fan events on tapThe WaMu Fan Fest is set for 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. tonight. The KU pep rally that is part of the fan fest is slated for 5:05 p.m. and VT will have its rally at 5:40.Tomorrow, both the Budweiser Tailgate and the KU Alumni Association tailgate are scheduled for pregame. The Budweiser tailgate is in the Dolphin Stadium parking lot and the alumni event is just north of the stadium at Calder Race Course.