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After switching from defensive tackle to defensive end in fall camp, sophomore Sharrif Floyd is starting to become acclimated to his new position. He had eight tackles, including two for loss, against UGA.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Floyd becoming comfortable in new role at defensive end

Nov. 2, 2011

Sharrif Floyd is starting to hit his stride coming off the edge.

Florida coach Billy Donovan had to talk to his son before confirming an exhibition between UF and his school, Catholic University.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Donovan, son to square off in exhibition home game tonight

By JOHN BOOTHE | Nov. 2, 2011

Entering his 16th season with the Gators, Billy Donovan has shared the court with thousands of opposing players, fellow coaches and former colleagues.

Florida forward Tahnai Annis scored both goals in the Gators’ 2-0 first-round win at the SEC Tournament.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Annis lifts No. 23 Gators to SEC Tourney semis

By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Nov. 2, 2011

The Gators benefited Wednesday night when Tahnai Annis gave them something they had not had in more than two weeks: a first-half lead.

Coach James Franklin said he knows the only thing that will truly change what people think about Vanderbilt is wins.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

First-year coach Franklin trying to change perception at Vanderbilt

By MATT WATTS | Nov. 2, 2011

The passion was visible in the eyes of their first-year head coach.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

With hopes of title dashed, should freshmen see more time?

By GREG LUCA | Nov. 2, 2011

Greg: There’s a big difference between a disappointing season and a “lost” season.

After dropping back-to-back matches on the road to Kentucky and Tennessee, Florida coach Mary Wise said the level of competition in the Southeastern Conference is starting to catch up to the Gators.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

Wise: Parity developing in previously uncompetitive SEC

Nov. 2, 2011

For years, Mary Wise has heard the same question repeatedly.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS SWIM AND DIVE

Men, women handle Florida State at home

By ALEX PECKHAM< | Nov. 2, 2011

Florida swimming coach Gregg Troy assessed the Gators’ rivalry with Florida State after Wednesday’s meet, with one word: fierce.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Disappointing final round leaves Gators tied for second

By LANDON WATNICK< | Nov. 2, 2011

Florida only trailed Texas by eight strokes heading into Wednesday’s final round.

After taking all but one snap from the shotgun formation against Georgia, quarterback John Brantley has healed enough to start working from under center in practice this week. Offensive coordinator Charlie Weis said he will evaluate Brantley’s progress throughout the week to determine Saturday’s gameplan.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Brantley healthy enough to take snaps from center

By GREG LUCA | Nov. 1, 2011

Florida senior quarterback John Brantley is able to play from under center and has even been politicking for more under-center snaps this week, offensive coordinator Charlie Weis said.

Coach Becky Burleigh and the Gators lost their first match since Sept. 14 on Friday in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Alabama defeated Florida 1-0 using primarily a bunker defense.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Gators to be more aggressive on offense in SEC tourney

By JOSH JURNOVOY< | Nov. 1, 2011

It’s one thing to lose as time expires, but the Gators have been setting themselves up for defeat 85 minutes sooner.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Oversigning opponents will soon underwhelm

Nov. 1, 2011

We’re dealing with a depth misperception right now.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | RECRUITING

Receiver prospect has local roots

By Kelly Price | Nov. 1, 2011

Uriah LeMay is 17 years old, but he was in Gainesville to celebrate the Gators winning a BCS title before most students on campus applied to college.

UF golfer Mia Piccio carries her bag at the Betsy Rawls Invitational on Nov. 2, 2011. Piccio carded a 73 (+1) in Florida's first round at the NCAA Championships on Tuesday at the UGA Golf Course.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Piccio leads; Gators women's golf drops to second

By LANDON WATNICK< | Nov. 1, 2011

Florida hoped to build its lead Tuesday, but black numbers tarnished a golden opportunity.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS SWIM AND DIVE

Florida swimming to host Florida State

By ALEX PECKHAM< | Nov. 1, 2011

A swim race is relatively simple to understand: Whoever touches the wall first wins.

Florida Alligator

SPORTSLIVE

UF vs. Furman

Nov. 1, 2011

Sitting at 5-5 on the season and with a losing record in SEC play for the first time in 25 years, Florida returns to The Swamp to host FCS opponent Furman at 1 p.m. With a win against the Paladins, the Gators will earn a bowl berth for the 21st consecutive season.

Running back Chris Rainey (1) is attended to by multiple trainers during Saturday’s loss to Georgia while coach Will Muschamp (right) looks on. Rainey injured his right ankle early in the first quarter but returned in the second quarter.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Sources say Rainey dealing with injury after loss to Georgia

Oct. 31, 2011

Redshirt senior running back Chris Rainey’s right foot was in a protective boot Monday, multiple sources close to the team said.

Running back Jeff Demps was held to 12 yards on eight carries against Georgia, as Florida rushed for negative-19 yards as a team in the 24-20 loss. The Gators did not record a first down on the ground.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Gators running game sagging after dismal October showing

By TOM GREEN | Oct. 31, 2011

The difference between Florida’s rushing attack in September and October has been just like that of the team’s record those months — night and day.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Don’t believe Muschamp; offensive line is offensive

By GREG LUCA | Oct. 31, 2011

Will Muschamp has lied to us before, but Monday’s fib was his biggest yet.

After missing games due to injury last year, Kayla Lewis (22) is moving to power forward to help UF’s offensive presence in the post.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

After injury, Lewis adapting to new role for UF women's basketball

By JOE MORGAN< | Oct. 31, 2011

Watching from the sideline was a tough adjustment for Kayla Lewis.

Florida Alligator

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY

Florida men's cross country finishes second, women third at SECs

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Oct. 31, 2011

The Gators left Maryville, Tenn., with pride, contentment and hope.

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