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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.

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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 / Only Gators / March 15

2026 NCAA Tournament bracket: Florida Gators repeat as No. 1 seed in March Madness for first time

The reigning national champion Florida Gators will enter the 2026 NCAA Tournament still on top of the college basketball world. For the second straight season, Florida has earned a No.

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

Todd Golden News / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Todd Golden Reacts to Gators' Shocking Loss to Vanderbilt in SEC Tournament Semifinal

The top-seeded Florida Gators fell in shocking and blowout fashion to four-seed Vanderbilt, 91-74, in the SEC Tournament Semifinal. The loss, which snapped a 12-game winning streak for Florida, came as Vanderbilt shot 10-for-21 from deep, while Florida shot an abysmal 26-for-57 from the field and 5-for-17 from deep.

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.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Takeaways as Florida is Shockingly Eliminated from SEC Tournament

Despite being in a rich vein of form, the SEC’s regular-season champs went down in the conference tournament semifinals. The Vanderbilt Commodores snapped the Florida Gators' 12-game win streak on Saturday in Nashville, besting them 91-74. Florida struggled from the jump, and trailed for double-digits for a large portion.

Florida Gators News / The Spun / March 14

Vanderbilt's Upsets Florida, Who'll Get Final No. 1 Seed?

The 2026 SEC Tournament has been filled to the brim with upsets, but Vanderbilt stunning No. 4 Florida in the semifinals was on nobody's bingo card outside of the state of Tennessee.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Heroes, Clutch Play and Chaos at the Plate as Gators Walk-Off South Carolina

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Cash Strayer walked into the box with bases loaded in the 10th inning and a chance to walk-off the Florida Gators' SEC-opener against South Carolina.

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 / Florida Gators on SI / March 14

Preview: Florida Gators Basketball's Matchup Against Vanderbilt in SEC Tournament

After surviving Kentucky for the third time this season, the Florida Gators find themselves playing for a chance to advance to its third-straight SEC Tournament Championship Game, facing Vanderbilt in the semifinals on Saturday.

Todd Golden News / Florida Gators on SI / March 13

Todd Golden Criticizes Gators' Effort Over Last 13 Minutes, Other Quotes After Win Over Kentucky

The Florida Gators on Friday defeated Kentucky, 71-63, to advance to the SEC Tournament Semifinals, where it will face four-seed Vanderbilt on Saturday.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / March 13

How it Happened as Florida Survives Kentucky to Advance in SEC Tournament

The AP fourth-ranked Florida Gators took care of business in the SEC Tournament Quarterfinals, downing Kentucky, 71-63, for its third win over the Wildcats this season.

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

The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz

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.

Jon Sumrall News / A to Z Sports / March 12

Jon Sumrall does something huge in recruiting that will keep him in Florida Gators' fans good graces

Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall has been doing a really good job with recruiting. They are in the market for multiple five-star recruits, and even got the top overall recruit, defensive lineman Jalen Brewster, on campus last weekend during spring practice.

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.

Florida Gators 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

The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz

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.

College Basketball News / 5 GOATs / March 9

2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament Odds: Ranking betting favorites to win conference crown

On Saturday, SEC teams completed their respective final games of the regular season, officially setting the conference tournament bracket in stone. In turn, BetMGM released their updated odds for the SEC Tournament champion.

Florida Gators News / A to Z Sports / March 5

Florida Gators receive expert prediction to land high-upside recruit right as spring practice begins

The Florida Gators have begun head coach Jon Sumrall's first spring practice, officially launching the new era for the football program. It's an exciting time surrounding the program, and it's bleeding into recruiting.