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Will Muschamp looks on during practice on Aug. 9 at Donald R. Dizney Stadium. Muschamp, entering his fourth year as head coach, faces a tough schedule including road games against Alabama and Florida State.

Sports

The Rally: How successful will the 2014 Florida football team be?

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Aug. 18, 2014

And so we have arrived at the million dollar questions pertaining to the 2014 Florida football season: How many games is this team going to win, and how will it perform in general? Summer alligatorSports editor Jonathan Czupryn and assistant Richard Johnson got together to rally in order to give new University of Florida students a preview of what’s to come.

Savannah Jordan dribbles the ball during Florida’s 2-0 win against Jacksonville on Nov. 16 in Gainesville.

Sports

Looking beyond the Swamp: Several UF teams poised for big seasons

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Aug. 18, 2014

Within the next month, seven UF sports that aren’t named football will begin their seasons.

Billy Donovan talks to his players during a timeout in Florida’s 61-60 win against Kentucky on March 16 in the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.

News

Basketball team still bound for success despite losing four seniors

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Aug. 18, 2014

Florida men’s basketball achieved greatness last season.

Sports

Freshman middle blocker has raw talent despite inexperience

By IAN COHEN | Aug. 18, 2014

Rhamat Alhassan played basketball almost her entire life.

Sports

McGee, Robinson among players ready to make an impact

By MORGAN MORIARTY | Aug. 18, 2014

Have no fear, the 2014 Florida football season is practically here. With just 12 days until Florida kicks off its season against Idaho, here are a few players to keep an eye on this year that you might not know who they are just yet.

Carlos Aguilar is surrounded by family as he leaves the courtroom.

Metro

Bravo sentenced to life in prison, may not contact Aguilar family

By Alex Harris | Aug. 15, 2014

Tim Tebow answers a question during a interview on the set of ESPN's new SEC Network in Charlotte, N.C. on Aug. 6.

Sports

The first 24: An hour-by-hour breakdown of the SEC Network's first day

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 15, 2014

Dear freshmen, and really anyone reading this: Don’t try this at home.

News

Pedro Bravo found guilty on all charges in the murder of Christian Aguilar

By Alex Harris | Aug. 15, 2014

As Bill Ezzell of the prosecution put it, Pedro Bravo’s presumed innocence ends today.

Pedro Bravo testifies in court Thursday to share his version of the events of the day Christian Aguilar disappeared and the days following.

Metro

Pedro Bravo takes the stand to explain his story

By Alex Harris | Aug. 14, 2014

Pedro Bravo took the stand Thursday to defend himself against his first-degree murder charge, among others.

Metro

The state talks about the night Aguilar went missing, body recovery

By Alex Harris | Aug. 14, 2014

If you ask the state, Pedro Bravo had a busy night on Sept. 20, 2012.

Holly Pole records a dig during Florida's 3-2 loss to Florida State on Dec. 6 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament in the O'Connell Center. Pole has 527 career digs and 52 career service aces heading into the 2014 season — her senior year.

Sports

Veteran backcourt ready to lead 2014 volleyball team

By EDEN OTERO | Aug. 13, 2014

Coach Mary Wise has many reasons to be excited about this year’s volleyball squad.

The defense questions Angelo on his prior interviews with the assistant state attorney in Dec. 2012.

Metro

Bravo’s time in jail marked by disturbing letters, story and plans, cell mate says

By Alex Harris | Aug. 13, 2014

On Pedro Bravo’s first night in jail, he asked his cell mate, Michael Angelo, for two things — his pen and his shoelaces.

A Siri search found in the Internet cache from Pedro Bravo’s computer.

News

Bravo did not ask Siri where to hide a body

By Alex Harris | Aug. 13, 2014

A fact error made by a Jacksonville TV station made Internet headlines everywhere today.

Sports

Neal excelling during practice while recovering from scooter accident

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 13, 2014

The scabs on his knees and his torn up index finger are not football injuries for Florida safety Keanu Neal.

Offensive coordinator Kurt Roper addresses the media during his introductory press conference on Jan. 13.

Sports

Roper focused on solidifying backup quarterback situation

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 12, 2014

On the sideline he stands, screaming, yelling and frantically signaling.

Video of Pedro Bravo explaining the last time he saw Christian Aguilar.

University

Under police questioning, Bravo’s story evolves

By Alex Harris | Aug. 11, 2014

An Argument

University

State explains beginning of the investigation, finding Aguilar

By Alex Harris | Aug. 8, 2014

Missing Persons

Jeff Driskel attempts a pass during the Orange & Blue Debut on April 12 in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Sports

Practice Observations: consistent Driskel, receiving McGee, vocal Morrison

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 8, 2014

With two open practices are in the books for Florida including one with full pads, it’s time to do a quick rundown of what we’ve learned after two days.

Vernon Hargreaves III intercepts a pass in the end zone during Florida’s 24-7 victory on Sept. 28, 2013, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Ky.

Sports

Hargreaves day-to-day with bone bruise

By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 8, 2014

Did you hear that Thursday night? That’s the collective relieved exhale of an entire fanbase.

News

Starving Gator: Ivey’s Grill

By Caitlyn Burnitis | Aug. 8, 2014

I first heard of Ivey’s from my dad, whose coworker told him about this great breakfast place in Gainesville we needed to try. Located on 3303 West University Avenue, it’s close to campus making it a great spot to pick up a meal before or after class.