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Gators’ Coaching Shakeups, Recruits & Baseball Preview
Ex-Gator Trautwein Tattoos His Way Back to UF Sideline Phil Trautwein, a two-time national champion and beloved former offensive lineman at Florida, has returned to Gainesville as the Gators’ new offensive line coach. After successful coaching stints at Boston College and Penn State, Trautwein signed with an agent and was introduced to incoming head coach…
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Gator Power: Hometown Slugger & Lion-Hearted Pitcher
Lion-Hearted Lefty Roars into Gators’ Bullpen Ernesto Lugo-Canchola, the Division II Pitcher of the Year from Northwest Nazarene, battled NCAA denials for extra eligibility before Florida’s coaches came calling. Without ever visiting Gainesville, the 6-foot-5 lefty drove across the country and immediately became a bullpen force. In five games, he’s retired his first 17 batters…
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Gators’ Double-Doubles, NIL Drama & Coaching Connections
Chinyelu and Condon Shatter Records in Gators’ Dominant Win Florida’s towering frontcourt duo dominated South Carolina, with Rueben Chinyelu posting a 15-point, 17-rebound effort—a half’s work for his record-tying 16th double-double—and Alex Condon pouring in 20 points and 10 boards to hit his 1,000th career point. Their efforts powered a 76-62 victory, extending Florida’s win…
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Gators Updates: Baseball, QB Odds & Farewell
Midweek Hat Trick: Gators vs. Stetson Preview Florida baseball kicks off a two-game home-and-home against Stetson with Tuesday’s opener in DeLand and Wednesday’s return to Gainesville. No. 12 Gators (2-1) will stream on ESPN+ and SEC Network+, with Tuesday’s pitching duel featuring RHP Billy Barlow versus Zane Coppersmith and Wednesday’s starters TBD. Ninth-year coach Kevin…
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Gators’ Redemption: Condon Lights Up Kentucky Court
Condon’s Court Comeback Shakes Up the Wildcats After a rough seven-turnover outing against Georgia that drew public heat from Gators legend Patric Young, junior forward Alex Condon delivered a statement performance in Florida’s 92–83 home victory over rival Kentucky. Coach Todd Golden, defending Condon’s talent and temperament, watched as the forward hauled in a 14-point,…
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Valentine’s Day Showdown: Gators vs. Wildcat Traitor
Valentine’s Day Tip-Off: Gators vs. Wildcats Viewing Guide The 14th-ranked Florida Gators will host Kentucky on Saturday, Feb. 14, at Exactech Arena in Gainesville in one of the SEC’s fiercest rivalries. Head coach Todd Golden insists he approaches every game like a national title contest, treating this marquee matchup with the same intensity as any…
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Gators Revamp Baseball Slate and Welcome Star Receiver
Your Ultimate Guide to the UAB Series Doubleheader Drama The Florida Gators open their 2026 baseball season with a three-game set against UAB, but looming bad weather has shifted Saturday’s lone outing into a two-game doubleheader. Friday’s contest remains at 6:30 p.m. via SEC Network+, while Saturday’s first pitch now comes at 2 p.m., followed…
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Gators’ Court Triumphs, Dugout Drama & Transfer Treasures
Bulldogs Silenced as Gators Roar in Athens Florida stormed Stegeman Coliseum with an 86-66 victory over Georgia, marking their second win against the Bulldogs this season and extending their dominance to 8-1 under coach Todd Golden. The Gators’ backcourt duo, Xaivian Lee and Boogie Fland, controlled the pace with transition baskets and smart decision-making, combining…
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Gators Amp Up Loyalty, Recruits & Military-Grade Drills
Green Beret Turns Gators’ Gym into Combat Zone Jon Sumrall nearly cut Rusty Whitt loose when first assembling his Troy coaching staff, only to discover that the U.S. Army veteran and former Green Beret was exactly the intensity injection he needed. Whitt’s military background—complete with a Pearl Harbor-style family legacy, combat deployments in Operation Iraqi…
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Gators Baseball’s Revival and Maye Family Ties
Super Bowl QB’s Secret Gators Lineage Patriots quarterback Drake Maye heads into Super Bowl LX ready to secure his first NFL title while honoring a family tradition of championships. His brother Cole was a freshman pitcher on the Florida Gators’ 2017 College World Series–winning team, appearing in five games and helping clinch the program’s first…