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Recruit cancels Florida Gators visit, and it could be a sign of things to come

With the Florida Gators having 22 players already committed, it’s not abnormal for recruits to cancel official visits. Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall has done a great job when it comes to recruiting.

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Gators Baseball Assistant Departs Program for NC State

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators baseball program experienced more staff shakeup on Tuesday as assistant coach Taylor Black will reportedly leave the program to join the staff at North Carolina State.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 9

Gators Land First Pitcher from Transfer Portal

Former Jacksonville State right-handed pitcher Maddox McDougall is heading to the Florida Gators for the 2027 season, Baseball America's Jacob Rudner reported on Tuesday.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 9

Florida Gators Predicted to Land 3-Star LB

The Florida Gators could be adding more talent to their 2027 recruiting class soon, as Charlotte (N.C.) Providence Day School three-star linebacker Tre Geathers was predicted on Monday to land with the Gators.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 9

Paul Finebaum changed his tune on the Florida Gators, but they still need to do one key thing

The 2026 Florida Gators are building a lot of momentum under head coach Jon Sumrall, and it’s impacting many. Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall came to Gainesville with a massive undertaking on his plate.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 8

Gators Add First Special Teams Commit of 2027 Recruiting Class

The Florida Gators on Monday added its first special teams commitment of the 2027 class in Mendenhall (Miss.) Simpson County Academy long snapper Jaydee Lane.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 8

5-Star WR Eric McFarland Sets Commitment Date, Gators Among Finalists

After hosting five-star wide receiver target Eric McFarland for an official visit over the weekend, the Florida Gators have made the elite prospect's final three schools he announced Sunday, with a decision date set for June 28.

Jon Sumrall News / Florida Gators on SI / June 7

Gators Lead the Country in Recruiting Mark for 2027 Class

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida head coach Jon Sumrall has wasted no time in building what seems to be the Gators' best recruiting class in over a decade. With 22 commits, Florida's 2027 recruiting class ranks third nationally in the 247 Sports Composite.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 6

Gators Baseball to Host Transfer Pitcher Next Week

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida head coach Kevin O'Sullivan's quest to reshape his pitching staff through the bullpen continues as the Gators are set to host Jacksonville State righty Maddox McDougall on Tuesday, according to Gator Country's Nick Marcinko.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 6

4-Star LB Ellis McGaskin Commits to Florida Gators

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators' impressive 2027 recruiting class grew on Saturday as Mobile (Ala.) Williamson four-star linebacker Ellis McGaskin committed to the program over Florida State and LSU.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 6

Florida Gators HC Jon Sumrall remains on an insane recruiting heater by landing his fifth commitment of the week

It’s been an insane week of recruiting for the Florida Gators, and it got even better on Saturday with another blue-chip commitment. We’ve talked a lot about how great the Florida Gators have been on a massive hot streak when it comes to recruiting.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 6

Gators' 2B Cade Kurland Makes Surprising Move While Exploring Pro Opportunities

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators second baseman Cade Kurland on Monday revealed he was going to explore pro ball opportunities after four seasons with the program, but it sounded like there was an opportunity to return for his fifth season.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 6

Florida Fires Pitching Coach After Postseason Struggles

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- After a surprise early exit in the Gainesville Regional to close out the 2025 Baseball season, the Florida Gators have fired pitching coach David Kopp after spending the last five seasons with the program.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 5

Gators Lose Former Starting Pitcher in Latest Transfer Portal Departures

The Florida Gators baseball team’s offseason is in full effect, as three more players have entered the transfer portal on Friday, bringing their total departures to seven.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 5

Jon Sumrall secures fascinating commit for the Florida Gators and it speaks volumes about the program

Recruiting has never been hotter for the Florida Gators thanks to head coach Jon Sumrall’s coaching staff and energy. Florida Gators head coach Jon Sumrall is dominanting the recruiting trail right now.

Florida Gators News / Only Gators / June 5

Florida football recruiting: Four-star DLs Cahron Wheeler, Zahmar Tookes among three commits

It has undoubtedly been a “good” week for the Florida Gators’ recruiting efforts, as head coach Jon Sumrall has continued to amass significant talent ahead of his first season leading the program.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 5

Gators' 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge Opponent Revealed

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators' 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge opponent has been reported, and it will be a matchup of bluebloods. More specifically, a re-matchup of bluebloods.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 5

Gators Baseball Plays Host to Important Transfer Target

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- Florida Gators head coach Kevin O’Sullivan highlighted several areas he hopes to address this offseason through the transfer portal after ending the season in disappointment in the Gainesville Regional. Lefty arms were named as the highest priority.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 5

Gators Land Second Commit of the Day with 3-Star ATH Kamarion Johnson

The Florida Gators earned their 21st commitment in the 2027 class on Friday, with Homerville (Ga.) Clinch County three-star athlete Kamarion Johnson announcing his verbal pledge. Florida beat out Florida State and Cincinnati for the Rivals' No.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 5

Gators Land 4-Star Edge Rusher Cahron Wheeler During Official Visit

GAINESVILLE, Fla.-- The Florida Gators have added another commit to its impressive 2027 recruiting class as Baltimore St. Paul's School four-star edge rusher Cahron Wheeler announced on Friday his pledge to the program.

Florida basketball hosts Duke for first time in nearly 90 years for 2026 SEC/ACC Challenge

Two of college basketball’s modern blue bloods rarely play one another. When they do, it’s usually at a neutral site, occasionally in postseason competition.

Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / June 4

Gators Pushing For Former ACC Commit During Second OV Weekend

After the Florida Gators made three-star Georgia prospect Kamarion Johnson’s top-three schools last month, the defensive back is in Gainesville this weekend as Jon Sumrall and staff look to make a strong final pitch as his final decision possibly nears.

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 2