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Left-handed pitcher Danny Young (15) warms up between innings during Florida’s 4-1 loss to Florida State on March 12 at McKethan Stadium. The freshman allowed two hits in four innings against the Seminoles on Tuesday night.
SPORTS  |  BASEBALL

Danny Young stepping up in middle innings; Luke Weaver fuels Florida State

JACKSONVILLE—Florida came inches keeping Florida State from scoring the go-ahead run at The Baseball Grounds. Reactions from both teams told the story. Soft-hitting Florida State shortstop Giovanny Alfonzo raised his right fist in the air in celebration as he crossed first base after singling home Jose Brizuela. The bubble burst in the Florida dugout. After eight-and-a-half innings of sticking with the nation’s No. 2 team, the Gators fell short again.


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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

Decline of religion might not be bad

In his column last Wednesday, my colleague Erik Skipper articulated the classic assertion that a growing absence of God and religion in public life has led to the disintegration of American society.


NEWS

Drive and dine: The five best culinary cities in the South

While most of our college budgets don’t lend themselves to extravagant vacations, roadtrips are an affordable way to see the country without blowing too much cash. And for foodies in search of the best eats in the south, we’ve got you covered with our list of best southern cities to roadtrip to for (affordable) food.


Sophomore Kayla Lewis shoots during Florida’s 68-57 loss to Vanderbilt on Feb. 21 in the O’Connell Center.
SPORTS  |  WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

UF tipping off WNIT Sweet 16

Rarely does a Florida program — no matter the sport — settle for less than a chance to compete for an NCAA championship. Coach Amanda Butler and the Gators are stuck in that situation this season, but through two games they have made the most of their opportunity in the WNIT. 


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