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Conference realignment may actually benefit Florida football
The Southeastern Conference officially expanded to 16 schools at the start of the month, adding the Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns to the mix ahead of the 2024 college football campaign. The storied programs will inevitably make an already tough SEC even more competitive in years to come. So what does this mean for league members as far as the cost versus benefit of adding the new programs — including the newcomers? The Athletic’s Stewart Mandel attempted to tackle that topic for all of the Football Bowl Subdivision conferences, including the Florida Gators along with the rest of the SEC. Surprisingly, Mandel...
The Sporting News predicts Florida's 2024 bowl destination
Florida football faces arguably the toughest schedule among FBS schools in 2024 but Billy Napier and the Gators are up for the challenge. Most of the prognosticators are predicting somewhere between a five and six-win season — the latter of which would punch their ticket to the postseason. The...
IFAS Insights: Congratulations to Our Newly Promoted Faculty
I’m proud to announce the class of 2024 UF/IFAS faculty who have earned promotion, tenure and permanent status. This cohort exemplifies the culmination of years of hard work, commitment, scholarship, service and achievement. Promotion, tenure and permanent status are among the most notable milestones in individual careers. But their...
State shows willingness to settle case against pro-Palestine demonstrator arrested on UF campus
On Tuesday, the State Attorney's Office for the Eight Judicial Circuit showed some willingness to settle against one of the nine protesters arrested in April during a pro-Palestinian demonstration at the University of Florida. The state offered a deferred prosecution agreement to one of the protesters on Tuesday, which would...
Here’s what to expect at this year’s Fanfares & Fireworks
The 34th annual Fanfares & Fireworks will take place Wednesday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field. Fanfares & Fireworks is presented by WUFT-FM, WUFT-TV and WUFT Classic. This event is the only fireworks show in the city of Gainesville. "It's just really...
Former Windermere Prep star Mia Williams reflects on first softball season at UF, mentoring area players
When you were in middle school, what did you want to do when you grew up? Probably something classic, like a doctor or firefighter, or maybe something out of this world, such as an astronaut. How many of us forgot our dream before we even finished middle school, because we...
Paul Finebaum Reveals If One SEC Coach Can Save His Job In 2024
Billy Napier has faced challenges during his time as the head coach of the Florida Gators. During his two seasons at Florida, he has yet to achieve a winning season, leading many to believe that this could be his final year in Gainesville, Fla. According to SEC Network's Paul Finebaum, the outcome ...
Celebration Pointe Local Art Expo featuring Judi Cain to open July 5
Enjoy an enchanting evening at the July Local Art Expo at Hotel Indigo in Celebration Pointe, 5020 SW 30th Lane, on Friday, July 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to celebrate the vibrant local art scene, meet fellow art enthusiasts, and show your appreciation for Judi Cain’s incredible contributions to our community The post Celebration Pointe Local Art Expo featuring Judi Cain to open July 5 appeared first on Alachua Chronicle.
Meet the Gainesville Sun's All-Area Boys Lacrosse Teams, Player of the Year
Pressure has followed Pierce Montes all his life. First, his father is a lacrosse coach. Second was playing for a program like Oak Hall, the best in the Gainesville area. Third...
Breaking down Florida football's recruiting class: Gators add pass-catching threat at TE
Florida football picked up a commitment from another pass catching threat over the weekend, landing a pledge from three-star wide receiver/tight end Tae'Shaun Gelsey. Per 247Sports.com composite, Gelsey is ranked as the 72nd best high school player in Florida. He caught 48 passes for 859 yards and 9 TD for Jacksonville Riverside High...
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