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The best stories from new champions, part 3

By Brayden Schultz | July 25

When Mexico kicked off the 2026 World Cup against South Africa on June 11, the world came to a screeching halt. For the next 38 days, all eyes would be fixed on the pitch as nations competed for the highest honor of the most popular sport on the planet.

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Florida announces Gators Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026

By Jeffrey Serber | July 21

Vernon Hargreaves, Dedric Dukes, Vernon Maxwell, Mikey Meagher, Andrew Moten, Logan Shore, Bridget Sloan and Kelsey Stewart make up the incoming class that will be introduced to the hall of fame on Oct. 9 ahead of Florida’s home game against South Carolina.

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Former Gators continue to shine across AUSL in second season

By Zach Moore | July 20

Seven former Florida standouts are spread across four of the six Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) rosters in 2026, continuing to represent the Gators during the league's second season. Florida's seven active or rostered alumni rank third nationally, trailing only Oklahoma and UCLA. Former Gator Amanda Lorenz is also a member of the Texas Volts organization but is not playing this summer as she and her husband are expecting their first child.

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Florida emerges largely intact after 2026 MLB Draft

By Colton Veres | July 20

While seven Gators were selected during the 2026 MLB Draft, the program avoided season-derailing roster losses. Current standouts returned to Gainesville, and nearly the entire recruiting class remains intact as Florida enters the 2027 season with one of the deepest rosters in the country.

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OPINION: Donald Trump ruined the 2026 World Cup

By Timothy Dillehay | July 20

At the 2026 World Cup, the United States Men's National Team opened its home World Cup in glory. Having last hosted the tournament in 1994, expectations for this year’s cup were high. And the team didn’t disappoint.

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Lily Hayes secures gold, remains defensive asset for Florida volleyball

By Nicole Scura | July 20

Following a standout first season with the Gators, rising sophomore libero Lily Hayes has made another memorable mark on the court. Representing Team USA in the 2026 NORCECA Women’s U21 Pan American Cup, Hayes helped the team bring home gold.

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Will Richard, Golden State Warriors win 2026 NBA Summer League title

By Jeffrey Serber | July 19

Will Richard kicked off his second season in the NBA by helping the Golden State Warriors to an NBA Summer League Final victory, recording 13 points in the championship game against Memphis on Sunday. Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies and later traded to the Warriors with the No. 56 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Richard was fresh off a national championship run with the Gators. He was a member of Florida’s three-headed monster of a backcourt that included Walter Clayton Jr. and Alijah Martin.

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Zyon Pullin, Colin Castleton shine in NBA Summer League

By Jeffrey Serber | July 18

At the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, the Gators had eight former players participate across eight teams. While some of the bigger names, such as Walter Clayton Jr., Alijah Martin and Will Richard, were the focus heading into the tournament, it was Zyon Pullin and Colin Castleton who took Las Vegas by storm, playing integral roles in their teams’ performances.

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Xaivian Lee makes Summer League appearances with Cleveland Cavaliers

By Jeffrey Serber | July 17

In the Summer League, Lee had a chance to showcase his skill to cement his spot with the Cavaliers organization. Across five games in Las Vegas, Lee averaged 6.4 points, 2.4 assists and two rebounds per game. He shot 40% from the field and 21% from beyond the arc.

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A slice of England: The Queen’s Arms Pub embraces World Cup frenzy

By Lily Perkins | July 16

As England advanced through the FIFA World Cup, crowds at The Queen’s Arms swelled to a size that left mere inches between patrons. Fans arrived hours before kickoff to claim tables, staff members were called in from out of town and every available television featured a bright green soccer pitch. 

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3 more Gators selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft

By Colton Veres | July 13

The 2026 MLB Draft once again showcased the depth of Florida baseball, with six Gators and one signee selected over the course of the two-day event. After three Florida players and a signee heard their names called on Day 1, three more Gators were selected on Day 2, upholding the program’s reputation for producing professional talent.

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How Scarlett Nicholson stayed competitive in her ineligible season at Florida

By Sofia Alamo | July 13

Florida always came to mind for Nicholson when thinking of where she wanted to go. The former Georgia Tech player faced the Gators twice in her last season as a Yellow Jacket. Ranked the No. 16 player in the country, Nicholson took a surprising three-set loss to Xinyi Nong in the round of 32 at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Southeast Regionals last October.

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New president, new era: How Stuart Bell could shape Florida athletics

By Lily Perkins | July 13

As Bell begins his tenure in Gainesville, attention turns to the role he could play in shaping the future of Florida athletics. Unlike many university presidents, Bell enters the role with extensive experience overseeing one of college athletics’ most notable programs. During his time at the University of Alabama from 2015 to 2025, the Crimson Tide won three national championships and six SEC championships under football coach Nick Saban, solidifying UA’s athletic department as one of the nation’s best. 

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Liam Peterson joins Florida’s first-round legacy under Kevin O’Sullivan

By Colton Veres | July 12

Since Kevin O’Sullivan took over as Florida baseball head coach in 2008, the Gators have established themselves as one of the premier programs in the country for developing future MLB talent. Year after year, Florida has produced players capable of competing at the highest level of the sport, and the MLB Draft has become another stage showcasing the success of the program’s player development.