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Three Keys to Victory for Florida Gators vs. Prairie View A&M

Although the Florida Gators are a one-seed and the Prairie View A&M Panthers are tabbed as a 16-seed, that does not mean the Gators are guaranteed to advance to the next round.

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Five Things to Know About Florida's NCAA Tournament Opponent, Prairie View A&M

The Florida Gators begin its chase for the program's fourth national title on Friday against Prairie View A&M. Florida, the one-seed in the South Region, enter the NCAA Tournament as one of the more popular picks to win the national title while having a big target on their backs as last year's reigning champions.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 18

Who Will Florida Play in March Madness? Gators' First Opponent Revealed

At long last, the Florida Gators know who it will face in the Round of 64 in the NCAA Tournament. With a 67-55 win over Lehigh on Tuesday in the First Four, 16-seed Prairie View A&M will face the one-seed Gators on Friday in Tampa.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 18

Three Players Who Make or Break Florida’s Title Defense Run

Having fought their way to a one seed for the second straight year, the Florida Gators are vying to become a back-to-back national champion for the second time in school history.

Dijon Johnson News / Florida Gators on SI / March 17

Difficult 2025, New Opportunity Energizing Gators Corner Dijon Johnson

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Dijon Johnson knew Jon Sumrall wanted a player-led program with the Florida Gators. He also knew that with multiple newcomers at corner and only two established veterans, the unit needed a leader.

Todd Golden News / Florida Gators on SI / March 16

How Loss in SEC Tournament Provides Opportunities for Gators Entering NCAA Tournament

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Todd Golden entered last year's NCAA Tournament with the challenge of carrying momentum from a six-game winning streak and the program's first SEC Tournament title in 11 seasons.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 16

The Challenge Facing Florida as Gators Pause Camp for Spring Break

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Jon Sumrall had plans for spring break. Then, he became the head coach of the Florida Gators. “It’s my wife’s 40th birthday and our 15th anniversary this year," he said.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Painting Florida's Path to Defend Title in NCAA Tournament

The bracket is set for the No. 4 Florida Gators, who earned a one-seed in the South Region on Sunday after finishing the year 26-7. It is now the Gators’ third time making the NCAA Tournament under head coach Todd Golden and fourth time Florida is a No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Florida Gators March Madness Hub: Schedule, Seed and Path to the Final Four

After getting bounced in the SEC Tournament Semifinal by Vanderbilt, the Florida Gators now turn its attention to the NCAA Tournament, clinching the No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Florida Gators Make Program History with March Madness Seeding

The Florida Gators on Sunday were officially named the No. 1 seed in the South Region of the NCAA Tournament, beating out Houston and UConn after both lost in their individual conference tournament title games.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Brendan Lawson's Bat-Toss Draws Ire in Gators' Win Over South Carolina

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators took home a three-game sweep over South Carolina to open SEC play after two tightly-contested wins on Friday and Saturday and a run-rule blowout victory on Sunday.

Takeaways from Gators Baseball's Sweep of South Carolina to Open SEC Play

The No. 23 Florida Gators kicked off the opening weekend for the SEC on the right foot, taking all three games against the South Carolina Gamecocks. Florida

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Freshman Emerging as Gators 2B Cade Kurland Continues to Recover from Oblique Injury

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators redshirt junior second baseman Cade Kurland entered the 2026 season hoping to find a groove after back-to-back injury-riddled campaigns.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 15

Best & Worst-Case Scenario for the Florida Gators on Selection Sunday

There will be no nail-biting for the Florida Gators on Selection Sunday as the SEC regular-season champions will be one of the highest-seeded teams in the NCAA Tournament despite not winning the conference's tournament.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Predicting Florida's Seeding in the NCAA Tournament

The Florida Gators' hopes for a one-seed in the NCAA Tournament became risky after Saturday's blowout loss to Vanderbilt in the SEC Tournament Semifinal.

Todd Golden News / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Todd Golden Makes Florida's Case for One-Seed After SEC Tournament Upset

The Florida Gators entered the postseason with plenty of hype and plenty of aspirations, hoping to clinch a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament for the second season in a row for the first time in program history.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / March 14

Florida Gators receive expert prediction to land five-star recruit who has been a major priority for the coaching staff

When you look at the Florida Gators currently, it's been a really good start to the Jon Sumrall era. They are a couple of weeks into spring practice, and the vibes are high.

Todd Golden News / College Sports Only / March 14

Florida Head Coach Takes Dig At Kentucky After Win

It’s safe to say that Florida head coach Todd Golden has no love for rival Kentucky. Golden and his Gators team have dominated Kentucky this season, beating them at home, on the road and at a neutral site.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / March 13

Florida's latest win should frighten NCAA tourney field

Florida's SEC tournament quarterfinal win should frighten rest of NCAA tourney field

The Gators proved they're capable of winning when, to put it frankly, they have no business of doing so.

Pitt's decision to retain Jeff Capel is complicated, puts pressure on offseason plan

Big 12 is already getting rid of its controversial LED glass court

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Florida Gators News / 5 GOATs / March 12

Joakim Noah reveals how Florida can win another national title, talks teaming up with BetterHelp

Joakim Noah believes that the Florida Gators men’s basketball team has what it takes to win the national title for the second consecutive season. On3 recently spoke to the former Florida and NBA star, who shared his thoughts on the Gators’ chances of winning their fourth title in school history.

Florida Gators News / CFB-HQ on SI / March 11

4-Star ATH Tramond Collins Delivers Bad News to Multiple College Football Programs

Four-star athlete recruit Tramond Collins is a fantastic player from the state of Florida, who currently plays high school ball with Cottondale High School.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / March 11

Jon Sumrall, Florida land elite 2027 athlete after he decommitted in wake of Billy Napier firing

The Florida Gators had the commitment of four-star athlete Tramond Collins, but they lost it this past winter after Billy Napier was fired.

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Florida Gators News / Softball On SI / March 11

Florida Softball Coach Tim Walton Provides Update on Ava Brown’s Potential Return

After two weeks without two-way star Ava Brown, Florida’s head coach Tim Walton has provided another update on her injury status. “There’s no timeline on Ava, so, you know, I don’t expect her back for a couple more weeks at least,” Walton told Andres Rodriguez of WRUF.

Todd Golden News / Yardbarker / March 9

Todd Golden, Florida Gators clean up in SEC awards

The Florida Gators went 25-6 during the 2025-26 regular season and won the SEC.

Dick Vitale calls out Kentucky's roster in loss to No. 5 Florida

Assessing Kentucky's chances in the SEC Tournament

Five key storylines to watch for men's Championship Week

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Florida Gators News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Kelly Rae Finley News Emerges After Florida's Failed Campaign

After the Florida Gators' disappointing SEC Tournament run following Sunday's 82-64 loss to Oklahoma Sooners, things were expected to shift. The Director of Athletics Scott Stricklin at the University of Florida announced on Monday that Kelly Rae Finley will no longer serve as the head coach.