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Gators cross country set to compete in John McNichols Invitational

By Katie Mosley | Sep. 17

Following a successful start to the season for both the men’s and women’s squads, the Gators are set to race in the John McNichols Invitational hosted by Indiana State on Saturday. 

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The Conference Call: The Alligator’s football reporters pick Week 3 SEC matchups

By Ava DiCecca , Max Bernstein , Curan Ahern and Riley Orovitz | Sep. 16

After another exhilarating week of college football action, headlined this time by Texas’ thrilling 24-23 comeback win over Ohio State, The Alligator’s Florida football beat reporters, Ava DiCecca, Max Bernstein, Curan Ahern and Riley Orovitz, are back to make picks for this week’s 11-game slate.

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Gator Talk takeaways: Sumrall touches on standout Gators, depth pieces

By Curan Ahern | Sep. 14

Even with the play of multiple depth pieces not meeting Sumrall’s standards, a handful of players have taken advantage of snaps against Florida Atlantic and Campbell. In his third appearance at Gator Talk, Sumrall noted which players he’s been pleased with and which players have been elevating on game days.

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Ben Shelton’s surge to first U.S. Open Final: The big wins that got him there

By Ethan Feinberg | Sep. 14

Despite a valiant effort, No. 8 Ben Shelton was defeated by No. 1 Alexander Zverev in a four-set bout 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 on Sunday at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, New York. 

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Gator’s men’s golf places second at Sahalee Players Championship

By Bob Sager | Sep. 13

No. 1 Gators Men’s Golf finished runner-up at the Sahalee Players Championship, falling 28 strokes short of first-place Oklahoma State. In the opening tournament of the 2026-27 season, Florida notched its second runner-up finish in Seattle in the last three seasons.

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Ben Shelton falls short to Alexander Zverev in U.S. Open final

By Alisa Gershman | Sep. 13

After a grueling three-and-a-half-hour match, Gator alum Ben Shelton lost to Alexander Zverev in the U.S. Open Men’s Singles final. With a 5-0 record against Shelton, Zverev came into the match with the advantage. But Shelton fought mercilessly throughout, with a final match score of 6-3, 7-6, 5-7, 6-2. 

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Parker Washington, Jaguars dismantle Browns in 2026 season opener

By Max Bernstein | Sep. 13

Parker Washington came into EverBank Stadium Sunday ready to make a statement. The Jaguars' leading receiver in 2025 entered the first game of his contract year with no extension on the table, betting on himself ahead of the season. And on Sunday, he showed both the Jacksonville organization and the world that they’ll likely have to pay up.

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Florida volleyball sweeps Troy behind near-perfect performance from Alec Rothe

By Nicole Scura | Sep. 13

In its first-ever faceoff against the Trojans, No. 10 Florida (7-1) silenced Troy (2-4) in an at-home sweep on Sunday. 

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Jon Sumrall still not pleased with Florida's defense after near shutout of Campbell

By Ava DiCecca and Riley Orovitz | Sep. 13

The Gators trampled Campbell by 49 points following UF's history-making 45-point win against Florida Atlantic Sept. 5. Despite the gaping hole that was the margin of victory, head coach Jon Sumrall was less than pleased by the defensive showing coming out of the wins.

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The terrific trio: Vernell Brown III, Dallas Wilson, Jadan Baugh cement superstar status in style

By Max Bernstein and Curan Ahern | Sep. 13

Last season, wide receivers Vernell Brown III and Dallas Wilson showed flashes of excellence, and running back Jadan Baugh emerged as one of the best runners in the nation. But in Florida’s 52-3 rout over Campbell Saturday, the Gators’ terrific trio dialed it up to a whole other level.

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5 takeaways from Florida football’s rout of Campbell

By Ava DiCecca | Sep. 12

Behind another explosive offensive performance to kick off the Jon Sumrall era, the Gators coasted to a 40-plus-point victory for the second straight week. Here are five instant takeaways from Florida’s convincing win over Campbell. 

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Florida dismantles Campbell in record-breaking win

By Riley Orovitz | Sep. 12

Brown’s 219 punt return yards and record-breaking performance led Florida’s 52-3 victory against Campbell.

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Florida men’s and women’s diving set to kick off 2026-27 season

By Lily Perkins | Sep. 12

The Gators have added several new divers to their roster, including Miguel Tovar and Julia Giron.

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Florida vs. Campbell: Live updates

By Curan Ahern | Sep. 12

Follow along for live updates during Florida's Week 2 matchup with the Campbell Fighting Camels.