COVID-19 - The Independent Florida Alligator

Florida Gators athletics director Scott Stricklin speaks before interim head coach Billy Gonzales at his opening press conference on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Florida hires Jon Sumrall as head football coach

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 30

After a nearly two month search, Florida has its next head football coach: Jon Sumrall.

Opinion

Why in-person classes should remain the standard

By Isabella Cabrera | Nov. 30

In all the movies I’ve seen about college, classes have always seemed so magical. I imagined myself sitting in a lecture hall surrounded by classmates and listening to my professor teach as I took notes.

Opinion

Why you should go get your flu shot

By Lara Caglayan | Nov. 30

The end of Fall semester means the holidays are coming, and flu season is here.

Florida guard Liv McGill (23) takes a shot during a NCAA women's basketball game at the O'Connell Center on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Gators top Georgia Tech capping perfect Cayman Classic run

By Isis Snow | Nov. 29

Despite a slow start, the Gators were able to overcome early struggles and pull away in the second half to secure the win.

Florida running back Jadan Baugh (13) etched himself on an elite list of Gators running backs, joining Errict Rhett and Emmitt Smith as the three underclassman to eclipse 1,000 yards in a season.

Sports

Jadan Baugh's record-setting night powers Gators past Seminoles

By Luke Adragna | Nov. 29

Baugh broke multiple Florida records in the Gators' victory.

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball in a NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Jadan Baugh becomes first Gator to rush for 1,000 yards in a decade

By Curan Ahern | Nov. 29

Jadan Baugh solidified himself among an impressive history of Florida running backs

The Florida Gators play the Florida State Seminoles at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Sports

Florida vs. Florida State: Live updates

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 29

Follow along for live updates during Florida's rivalry matchup with the Florida State Seminoles.

Me’Arah O’Neal (8) dives for the ball during the first half against the Chicago State Cougars at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.

Sports

Me’Arah O’Neal breaks a career high in win over Memphis at Cayman Islands Classic

By Isis Snow | Nov. 28

Florida women’s basketball advances to 7-1 in the Cayman Islands Classic behind sophomore forward Me’Arah O’Neal’s record-breaking performance against the Memphis Tigers. O’Neal broke her record for most points in a game with 24, beating her previous record of 20 points.

Florida Gators guard Xaivian Lee (1) takes a three pointer during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game against North Florida, Thursday, Nov. 06, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

News

Xaivian Lee breaks out of slump in Florida’s win over Providence

By Jeffrey Serber | Nov. 28

Xaivian Lee looked out of rhythm through six games with the Gators.

Florida defensive back Devin Moore leads the Gators with two interceptions and three pass deflections.

Sports

Devin Moore leaves Florida on a high note following turbulent career

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 28

Moore has played in all 11 of UF’s contests this season, standing out as one of the Gators’ top performers regardless of position.

Florida Gators defensive back Trikweze Bridges (7) makes a stop during the second half of the team’s game against the Flordia State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

Sports

How far the mighty have fallen: Florida State aims to reach bowl eligibility with a win over Florida

By Cole Kruger | Nov. 28

One of college football’s greatest rivalries renews Saturday as Florida State travels to Gainesville to face the Florida Gators in the 69th Sunshine Showdown between the two programs.

Urban Klavzar has been the Gators' best 3-point shooter and is nailing 50% of his shots beyond in the arc in Florida's last three games.

News

Gators vs. TCU: Five takeaways from Florida's Thanksgiving loss

By Jeffrey Serber | Nov. 27

Despite a career-high from Urban Klavzar, Gators basketball lost to TCU after committing 19 turnovers and getting in foul trouble early.

Gators head coach Todd Golden has led Florida to four straight wins after losing its season opener against Arizona.

News

Rady Children’s Invitational: What to know about the Gators’ tournament field

By Ava DiCecca | Nov. 26

Florida will be joined by Providence, TCU and Wisconsin

Kevin O'Sullivan before a weekend series with Missouri in 2021. The Gators head coach earned his 600th career win in a Saturday night bout with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Sports

UF baseball coach investigated for alleged verbal abuse of his child, days before leave of absence

By Garrett Shanley | Nov. 26

Florida Gators head baseball coach Kevin O’Sullivan was identified in October by a state child-welfare investigator as the subject of verbal abuse allegations made by one of his teenage children, according to law enforcement records.

Bagels & Co., a Philadelphia-based chain, opened in Gainesville November 2025.

The Avenue

Bagels & Co. Gainesville opening draws hundreds of bagel lovers

By Summer Johnston | Nov. 26

UF students and community members lined up expectantly along University Avenue last week, drawing attention from passersby as they waited for Gainesville’s newest bagel installment to open its doors.

The 13th Street Nutrition Bar opened Oct. 25, 2025, to start serving teas, coffee, shakes and refreshers

The Avenue

New nutrition bar serves healthy drinks on 13th Street

By Summer Johnston | Nov. 26

The 13th Street Nutrition Bar opened Oct. 25 to start serving teas, coffee, shakes and refreshers. Known for its pre- and post-workout drinks, the store offers a variety of healthy beverages.

Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) holds the ball during a basketball game against Norfolk State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 21, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C.

News

Gators in the NBA: Will Richard leads Florida’s illustrious backcourt in first month of season

By Ava DiCecca | Nov. 25

Florida's backcourt trio has found quick success at the next level with Will Richard earning a spot in the Warriors' starting five.

Florida's Micah Handlogten blocks Miami's Malik Reneau from scoring during the Jacksonville Hoops Showdown at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Fla., on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.

News

Florida's frontcourt etches historic start to the season

By Jeffrey Serber | Nov. 25

Florida's front court has had two players log a double-double in its last four games.

Florida hockey suffered its worst loss of the season in a series-splitting match against the Volunteers on Sunday.

Sports

UF hockey blown out by Tennessee, splits weekend series

By Daniela Ortiz | Nov. 25

The Vols controlled possession from the opening puck drop and overwhelmed the Gators on Saturday.

Florida guard/forward Me'Arah O'Neal (8) celebrates with Florida guard Laila Reynolds (13) during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game against Jacksonville, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Laila Reynolds steps up in Liv McGill’s absence to secure UF’s first road win at FAU

By Amanda Roman | Nov. 24

Although Florida women’s basketball was without its top scorer, Liv McGill, the team secured its first road win of the season against FAU, spearheaded by Laila Reynolds’ 17 points.