The No. 6 Gators never trailed in their meet against Kentucky Friday night. But their night was not without its flaws. “It wasn’t a perfect night,” coach Jenny Rowland said. “We made a lot of improvements in different areas from our first road meet, which is always good to see.”
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By Bayden Armstrong | 4:11pmFlorida athlete Pauline Bikembo competes in the women’s long jump during the Jimmy Carnes Invitational in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 4:11pmFlorida sprinter Jayden Horten-Mims competes in the men’s 300 meter dash during the Jimmy Carnes Invitational in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 4:11pmFlorida jumper Luke Stradley competes in the men’s long jump during the Jimmy Carnes Invitational in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.





