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The Florida soccer team huddles pregame before its match with the Arkansas Razorbacks Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022.

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Florida draws following intense matchup against Georgia on senior night

By Amanda Roman | Oct. 13

It was an intense rivalry matchup between the Florida Gators and the Georgia Bulldogs, and neither team could seem to put the ball away in the deciding moments of the contest. Florida (4-4-6, 1-3-2 SEC) tied its second match of SEC play against Georgia (6-4-5, 2-2-3 SEC) on senior night at Donald R. Dizney Stadium Sunday.

Freshman outside hitter Kennedy Martin spikes the ball in the Gators' 3-0 win against the Winthrop Eagles Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

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South Carolina sweeps No. 19 Florida in upset at O’Connell Center

By Shaine Davison | Oct. 13

South Carolina upset Florida volleyball in a stunning match on Sunday, as the Gators were swept in a 3-0 loss on the afternoon.

Freshman setter Alexis Stucky serves against Virginia Aug. 27, 2022.

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Florida defeats Mississippi State in momentum-changing match

By Shaine Davison | Oct. 11

Florida beat Mississippi State on Friday night in front of an ever-energetic Stephen C. O’Connell Center crowd.

University of Florida soccer player Lena Bailey (29) chases down the ball from University of Central Florida’s Taylor Jacobson (2) in Gainesville, Florida, on Aug. 24, 2024.

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Florida allows two late goals in road loss to South Carolina

By Amanda Roman | Oct. 10

Despite an encouraging victory against No. 22 Texas Friday, the Florida soccer team lost its third SEC match this season on the road against No. 23 South Carolina Thursday..

Gator tennis player Jeremy Jin keeps his eye on the ball against Ole Miss on Friday, March 22, 2024.

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ITA Regional Championships rescheduled due to Hurricane Milton

By Carston Handy | Oct. 9

Due to Hurricane Milton the ITA Regional Championships have been rescheduled.

Florida rising sophomore Sophie Stevens plays in the The Ally on Wednesday, October 25, 2024.

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Florida men’s and women’s golf earn first victory of Fall season at Barbara Nicklaus Cup

By Aiden Wacksman | Oct. 8

The Florida men’s and women’s golf teams secured a first-place finish at the Barbara Nicklaus Cup behind dominant individual performances.

Sophomore Caroline Pennington swims in a relay in the Florida Invitational against Nova Southeastern, Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

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Florida has second straight swim and dive meet canceled due to a hurricane

By Jackson Colding | Oct. 8

Florida’s season-opening swim and dive meet against Alabama, previously set to take place this Friday, has been canceled due to the impending landfall of Hurricane Milton.

Gators men's tennis freshman Jeremy Jin goes to return the ball in the team's win over Ole Miss on Friday, March 22, 2024.

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Gators conclude play at Big 12/SEC Challenge, contribute to SEC total

By Carston Handy | Oct. 6

Looking to improve on the current season, Florida sent out four players to aid the SEC in its quest to defeat the Big 12 in an inter-conference challenge matchup.

Florida women's tennis pairing of Alicia Dudeney and Malwina Rowinska high-five each other after a point in the team's match against Mississippi State on Friday, March 29, 2024.

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Florida women’s tennis closes out slow weekend at Bedford Cup

By Noah White | Oct. 6

Continuing its fall slate of tournaments, Florida sent two players to the Bedford Cup in Coral Gables, Florida. However, it was canceled after one day.

Florida Gators outside hitter AC Fitzpatrick (0) and Florida Gators setter Alexis Stucky (5) celebrate a point during the first set at the Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on Sunday, October 06, 2024.

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Florida volleyball overwhelmed by No. 7 Texas in sweep

By Max Bernstein | Oct. 6

Two-time defending national champion Texas dominated the Gators on Sunday, sweeping UF in front of over 9,000 fans in attendance.

Florida Gators midfielder Lauren Donovan (15) celebrates her first career goal with Florida Gators midfielder Norah Abbott (27) and Florida Gators defender Josie Curtis (9) during the first half at Donald R. Dizney Stadium on Friday, October 04, 2024.

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Florida wins its first SEC match of season behind record-breaking crowd

By Amanda Roman | Oct. 4

The Florida soccer won its first SEC match this season at the Donald R. Dizney Stadium Friday.

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Florida’s struggles continue in road loss to Missouri

By Amanda Roman | Sep. 29

The Florida soccer team lost a road matchup against Missouri Sunday, marking its second loss in SEC play.

Florida sophomore Kennedy Martin celebrates a service ace during the fourth set of the Gators' match vs the Kentucky Wildcats on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024.

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Kennedy Martin’s dominant day not enough in SEC home opener

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 29

Despite sophomore Kennedy Martin’s 25 kills, Florida fell short in its SEC home opener against Kentucky Sunday.

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Jeremy Jin shines for Florida at Men’s ITA All-American Championships

By Carston Handy | Sep. 28

In Florida's first event of its Fall season, three Gators were hoping to reach qualifying rounds, two came up short, but sophomore Jeremy Jin secured his highest-ever finish in a national tournament.

Freshman outside hitter Kennedy Martin tips the ball in the Gators’ 3-2 win against the Georgia Bulldogs on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.

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No. 15 Florida wins first SEC match of 2024 against Oklahoma

By Shaine Davison | Sep. 26

Florida volleyball defeated Oklahoma on the road in Norman, Oklahoma, for the first time in program history Thursday.

UF women's tennis coach Roland Thornqvist picked up his 500th career victory with Friday night's 4-3 win over Arkansas.

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Roland Thornqvist “impressed” with Florida women’s tennis at ITA All-American Championships

Sep. 26

Gators women’s tennis kicked off the ITA All-American Championships with four playing in the late-September tournament.

UF associate head coach Anthony Nesty (right) watches during Florida’s dual-meet sweep against Tennessee on Feb. 1 in the O’Connell Center. Nesty said the Gators need to excel in relays to win the SEC championship.

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Florida’s season-opening swim and dive meet canceled due to Hurricane Helene

By Jackson Colding | Sep. 25

Florida will open its conference slate at home against a top-25 team in Alabama.

Florida senior Taylor Baksay competes during a Sept. 23 game against Vanderbilt.

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Florida’s home match against Tennessee canceled due to Hurricane Helene

By Amanda Roman | Sep. 25

Florida’s first home SEC match of the season against Tennessee, previously scheduled for Thursday at 7 p.m., has been postponed.

Florida Gators women's golf coach Emily Glaser on Monday, February 22, 2021 at the Mark Bostick Golf Course in Gainesville, FL. Photo courtesy of the UAA.

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Florida women’s golf places fourth at Mary Fossum Invitational

By Aiden Wacksman | Sep. 23

The Florida women’s golf team used a strong opening round to fuel a second straight top-five tournament finish.

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Florida’s offense stagnant in first SEC loss against No. 6 Auburn

By Amanda Roman | Sep. 22

The Florida soccer team fell 1-0 to Auburn marking the Gators’ first SEC loss of 2024 Sunday.