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JJ Schwarz swings during Florida's 2-0 win against Miami on Feb. 25, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

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Schwarz’s homer propels Florida in first game of NCAA Tournament

By Dylan Dixon | June 3, 2017

JJ Schwarz has had a knack for hitting timely home runs when his team needed it most.

Amanda Lorenz swings during Florida's 3-0 loss against Alabama in game one of the NCAA Super Regional on May 25, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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Florida continues offensive dominance, tops LSU in WCWS

By Spencer Thompson | June 2, 2017

Chelsea Herndon had been silent since the end of the regular season. She entered Saturday’s College World Series game against LSU 0-for-11 in the postseason.

Aleshia Ocasio bats during Florida's 3-0 loss against Alabama during game one of the NCAA Super Regional on May 25, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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UF's offense thrives in opening game of WCWS

By Cassie Amundson | June 1, 2017

When junior Aleshia Ocasio connected with the pitch, it was clear where the ball was headed.

UF pitcher Kelly Barnhill pitches during Florida’s 3-0 loss against Alabama in game one of the NCAA Super Regional on May 25, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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Barnhill ready for Women's College World Series

By Cassie Amundson | June 1, 2017

May 28, 2015: the last time Florida began play in the Women’s College World Series.

UF catcher Mike Rivera throws a ball back to the pitcher’s mound during Florida’s 2-0 win against Miami on Feb. 25, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

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Rivera returns from injury when Gators need him most

By Dylan Dixon | June 1, 2017

Mike Rivera was doing his best to stay positive given the circumstances of his injury.

UF quarterback Feleipe Franks during Florida’s Orange and Blue Debut on April 7, 2017, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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Column: Talks of Zaire transfer paints murky picture for UF

By Jake Dreilinger | June 1, 2017

It’s no secret the Gators haven’t had a consistent starting quarterback since 2009 with Tim Tebow.

Senior Taylor Tomlinson led UF women's golf with an even par performance in the second round of the National Championship in Stillwater, Oklahoma. However, UF dropped three places to 13th and shot 15 over for the round.

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The Church of Tomlinson: A Family Tradition Rooted in Orange and Blue

By Morgan McMullen | May 29, 2017

Sundays at the Tomlinson household have had a very specific routine for the past 15 years.

Kevin O’Sullivan meets with umpires before Florida’s 5-4 win against William & Mary on Feb. 17, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

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Florida kicks off NCAA Tournament play on Friday

By Dylan Dixon | May 29, 2017

The Florida baseball team didn’t have much to smile about on Saturday afternoon during the semifinals of the SEC Tournament.

Amanda Lorenz swings during Florida’s 3-0 loss against Alabama on Thursday in game one of the NCAA Super Regional at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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UF relishes opportunity to reach Women’s College World Series

By Jake Dreilinger | May 29, 2017

After Florida’s loss to Alabama in the first game of the NCAA Super Regional on Thursday, the team knew what needed to be done to avoid missing the College World Series for a second consecutive season.

Belinda Woolcock hits a forehand during Florida's 4-2 win against Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Woolcock falls to Minor in NCAA Singles Championship

By Spencer Thompson | May 29, 2017

After a historic run in the NCAA tournament and a remarkable four years as a Gator, Belinda Woolcock’s college career came to a close on Monday when she lost 6-3, 6-3 in the NCAA Singles Championship finals.

Belinda Woolcock serves during Florida's 4-2 win against Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Woolcock advances to NCAA singles championship

By Spencer Thompson | May 28, 2017

Belinda Woolcock is making her final matches as a Gator count. The senior has had a stellar NCAA tournament performance, shown most recently by a birth in the NCAA Singles Tournament finals on Monday.

Brady Singer pitches during Florida's 3-2 loss against Tennessee on April 8, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

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Gators get whacked by Arkansas in SEC semifinals

By Dylan Dixon | May 28, 2017

Brady Singer couldn’t hide the look of shock and disbelief plastered across his face.

UF pitcher Kelly Barnhill pitches during Florida's 3-0 loss against Alabama in the first game of the NCAA Super Regional on May 25, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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Gators advance to Women’s College World Series after defeating Alabama

By Jake Dreilinger | May 27, 2017

Florida pitcher Kelly Barnhill stood on the mound in the top of the seventh inning with a runner on first base. With two outs in the inning and a 2-2 count on the batter, Barnhill was ready.

Belinda Woolcock returns a ball during a ball during Florida's win against South Florida on Jan. 27 at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Woolcock moves on as the only UF player left in NCAAs

By Spencer Thompson | May 27, 2017

Belinda Woolcock and Anna Danilina have been playing against each other in practice all season. However, on Saturday, it had a purpose.

UF sprinter Shayla Sanders runs the 100 meters at the Hurricane Collegiate Invitational on Saturday, March 25, 2017.

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Gators save best for last at NCAA East Preliminary

By Andrew Huang | May 27, 2017

With the NCAA East Preliminary in the books, the Gators can now focus on the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

UF's Aleshia Ocasio readies her swing during Florida's 3-0 loss to Alabama in the first game of the NCAA Super Regional on May 25, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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Gators down Tide, force third game of NCAA Super Regional

By Jake Dreilinger | May 26, 2017

Justine McLean hustled to first base after her hit danced on the foul line, ultimately staying in play

UF's Anna Danilina returns a ball during Florida's 6-1 win over USF on Jan. 27, 2016, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Gators set to face each other in singles semifinals

By Spencer Thompson | May 26, 2017

For the first time since 2015, a member of the Gators women’s tennis team will reach the semifinals of the NCAA singles tournament. However, it will also come with a Gator loss as senior Belinda Woolcock and Anna Danilina will face each other in the semifinals on Saturday.

Coach Mike Holloway's men's (No. 1) and women's (No. 4) indoor teams will look to capitalize on a fast start to their seasons. “We always talk about leaving your failures (and) successes in the building,” Holloway said. “Our mindset is always that we’re just trying to get better.”

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Gators send 12 to NCAA Outdoor Championship after day two of Preliminary

By Andrew Huang | May 26, 2017

The Florida track and field team had as good a day as one at the NCAA East Preliminary in Lexington, Kentucky, could have hoped for.

Junior Alfredo Perez (left) was the lone Gator to win his singles match at the NCAA Individual Championships. Sophomore Johannes Ingildsen dropped his match, but will be back in action with Perez in doubles on Thursday.

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UF players eliminated at NCAA Individual Championships

By Mark Stine | May 26, 2017

It was a disappointing day for Alfredo Perez and the Florida men’s tennis team at the NCAA Individual Championships in Athens, Georgia.

Austin Langworthy stands in the batter's box during Florida's 2-0 win against Miami on Feb. 25, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

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Gators score 11 runs in the eighth to defeat Bulldogs

By Dylan Dixon | May 26, 2017

Austin Langworthy couldn’t have picked a better time to notch his first hit in the SEC Tournament.