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‘I Want to Cry’: Shaquille O’Neal Opens Up About Daughter Me’Arah’s Rise

Following in the footsteps of her father, Shaquille O’Neal, 19-year-old Me’Arah O’Neal is already making waves in the basketball world. In March, the Florida Gators Guard surpassed her father’s SEC scoring best with a 22-point game as a freshman, and her journey has left Shaq emotional and full of praise for his rising star.

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Gators Among Leaders for Four-Star Texas-Based Wideout

The Florida Gators were already amongst the leaders for Duncanville (Tx.) four-star receiver Trenton Yancey, and while the program's recent recruiting momentum in the 2027 class has grown, so has Yancey's interest in the program.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 11

Gators Stock Report After Florida’s Orange and Blue Game

The Florida Gators held their annual Orange and Blue game Saturday, the first under new head coach Jon Sumrall, with the last showcase of the spring breaking

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / April 11

Florida's Jon Sumrall would love a free-agency period after the spring as roster questions remain

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall didn't mince words after the game, offering a revealing assessment on the depth of the offensive line.

Jon Sumrall, Florida Gators rolling on recruiting trail with addition of elite QB

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 11

Versatile Four-Star Cornerback Flips from South Carolina to Florida

As the Florida Gators go full force into their 2027 recruiting class, they have just landed a pledge from a prospect who was previously committed to an SEC foe.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 11

Bold Predictions for the Florida Gators' Spring Game

The Florida Gators' annual Orange and Blue game kicks off at noon Saturday, with an entirely rebuilt Gators program taking the field in front of a home crowd for the first time in 2026.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 10

No. 1 Recruit in 2027 Among Those Visiting Gators During Spring Game

In surprise fashion, the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2027 cycle, Cedar Hill (Texas) five-star defensive lineman Jalen Brewster, is venturing to Gainesville

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / April 10

Florida Gators receive massive news after incredible week that shows Jon Sumrall’s recruiting dominance

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall has been on fire when it comes to recruiting. Over the last 48 hours, the Gators have landed commitments from five-star offensive lineman and No 4 overall recruit Maxwell Hiller and four-star quarterback Davin Davidson.

Denzel Aberdeen News / Only Gators / April 10

Denzel Aberdeen returning to Florida: Kentucky guard commits to Gators from transfer portal

They say you can’t go home again, but apparently, no one shared that axiom with Denzel Aberdeen, who plans to put it to the test for the 2026-27 college basketball season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 10

Preview, What to Know About Florida Baseball's Series at Georgia

In need of a bounce-back after last week's series loss at home to Ole Miss, the Florida Gators baseball team hits the road for a major test with a three-game series at No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 10

Who Could Be Next for Florida After Two Huge Commitments from Priority Recruits?

The Florida Gators are unarguably one of the hottest programs on the recruiting trail as of late, landing two elite priority targets in five-star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller and four-star quarterback Davin Davidson in back-to-back days.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / April 10

Tracking the Florida Gators' 2027 Recruiting Class

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Jon Sumrall has wasted no time in building his first full-fledged recruiting class as the head coach of the Florida Gators, already making his mark in the 2027 recruiting class.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 9

Florida Gators Land Top In-State QB Recruit Over Georgia, Auburn

The Florida Gators landed one of their biggest priority targets in the 2027 class Thursday, with Sarasota (Fla.) Cardinal Mooney four-star quarterback Davin Davidson announcing his commitment to the program over finalists Georgia, Kentucky and Auburn.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / April 9

Jon Sumrall, Florida Gators rolling on recruiting trail with addition of elite QB

The Florida Gators have to feel like they're building something special as part of Jon Sumrall's first recruiting class.

Florida lands five-star OL Maxwell Hiller over Alabama, Ohio State, Tennessee

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 9

Florida Gators Land Top In-State QB Recruit Over Georgia, Auburn

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / April 9

Florida football recruiting: Four-star QB Davin Davidson continues Gators’ massive 2027 haul

Just one day after landing the program’s first five-star offensive line prospect in more than a decade, the Florida Gators have doubled up on the recruiting trail.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 9

Three Position Groups with the Most to Prove in Florida’s Spring Game

In the Florida Gators' final action of the spring on Saturday, the revamped roster under new head coach Jon Sumrall will make its debut in front of the Florida faithful for the annual Orange and Blue game, which kicks off at noon inside the Swamp.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 9

Gators Baseball Makes Expected Switch in Weekend Pitching Rotation

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- After teasing a switch last week to Florida Gators on SI, Florida baseball head coach Kevin O'Sullivan has reportedly made a change to the Gators' weekend pitching rotation.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / April 9

Where Gators Stand Heading into Top QB Target’s Announcement

The Florida Gators' top quarterback target in the 2027 class, elite four-star Davin Davidson, is scheduled to announce his commitment at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, with Jon Sumrall and the Gators seemingly in a good position for the top-rated quarterback in the state of Florida heading into his decision.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / April 8

Florida recruiting: No. 4 overall Maxwell Hiller commits as Gators land massive 2027 OL pledge

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall is off to a hot start on the recruiting trail if the program’s latest commitment is any indication. Florida on Wednesday landed five-star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller (Coatesville, PA), the No.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / April 8

Florida lands five-star OL Maxwell Hiller over Alabama, Ohio State, Tennessee

New Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall has picked up his first head-turning commitment down in Gainesville.

Wisconsin lands two huge in-state OL commits from Hunter, Reece Mallinger

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Florida Gators News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

College basketball's tallest player is entering the transfer portal

The tallest player in the history of college basketball will be available in the transfer portal this spring. Florida Gators center Olivier Rioux announced Tuesday that he is entering the portal.

Referee defends Dan Hurley after alleged headbutt incident

Cayden Boozer makes heartbreaking admission after Duke collapse

Will Wade takes parting shot at NC State fans after leaving for LSU

North Carolina has three main targets in head coach search

Ranking Final Four teams on how likely they are to win the national title

Florida Gators News / College Sports Only / March 31

Internet Reacts To 7’9″ Florida Basketball Star Entering Transfer Portal

Florida’s viral 7’9″ center, Olivier Rioux, is entering the transfer portal after seeing limited minutes with the team this season. When Rioux did play, he entered the court to a standing ovation and a roar of the crowd.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

Iowa player pulled petty move after stunning upset of Florida

One Iowa player poured salt in Florida’s open wound Sunday after the thrilling finish to their second-round clash in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. 9-seed Iowa upset 1-seed Florida in one of the wildest endings in this year’s March Madness.

Florida Gators News / Larry Brown Sports / March 22

Florida commits huge blunder to allow epic game-winner by Iowa

The defending champions are officially out of March Madness. No. 1 seed Florida shockingly fell in the Round of 32 on Sunday to No. 9 seed Iowa. The Hawkeyes led for much of the game and raced out to an early 12-point advantage in the first half at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla.