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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.

Gators fall just short against No. 7 Kentucky

By Coral Uzgiden | Jan. 15

Florida women's basketball remains winless in SEC play despite a strong effort against No. 7 Kentucky Thursday.

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.

What it will take for Florida women’s basketball to secure its first SEC win

By Isis Snow | Jan. 15

Florida Gators guard Liv McGill (23) looks for an open lane during a NCAA college basketball game against South Alabama, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Gators remain winless in conference play after loss to Auburn

By Ava DiCecca and Max Bernstein | Jan. 11

Florida guard/forward Me'Arah O'Neal (8) passes the ball during an NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga, Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida logs its third consecutive loss against Texas A&M at home

By Isis Snow | Jan. 8

Florida Gators guard Liv McGill (23) drives towards the basket during a NCAA college basketball game against South Alabama, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida falls after intense battle against Tennessee in conference opener

Jan. 1

Gators keys for success as SEC conference play begins

By Isis Snow | Jan. 1

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Florida Gators forward Me'Arah O'Neal (8) shoots during a NCAA college basketball game against South Alabama, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida secures win over Furman in final non-conference matchup

By Isis Snow | Dec. 28

Florida (12-3) bounced back from a season-high 23 turnovers in its previous outing with an 82-66 win over Furman (6-7) on Sunday at Exactech Arena in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center.

Florida guard Liv McGill (23) dribbles during a NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga, Thursday, Nov. 06, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Gators chomp the West Georgia Wolves in seventh consecutive home win

By Isis Snow | Dec. 14

After a week break, the Gators crushed the West Georgia Wolves 85-41 in the team's seventh consecutive win at home. Florida’s bench displayed its scoring ability, including junior forward Jade Weathersby who broke her record for most points in a game with 13.

Florida Gators forward Nyadieng Yiech (2) looks for a lane during a NCAA college basketball game against South Alabama, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida defeated by No. 3 South Carolina despite comeback attempt

By Isis Snow | Jan. 4

Despite a career-best night from freshman guard Emilija Dakic, the Gators couldn’t overcome No. 3 South Carolina in Florida’s SEC home opener.

Florida guard Laila Reynolds attempts a layup in the Gators' 92-54 win against the Florida A&M Rattlers on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023.

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Gators women’s basketball falls to Tulsa despite late surge

By Ava DiCecca | Dec. 21

After an impressive, undefeated start to the season on its home court, Florida women’s basketball dropped its first game in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center against Tulsa.

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From potential to production: Me’Arah O’Neal is making her mark

By Isis Snow | Dec. 7

Me'Arah O'Neal is shining with the Gators after a productive offseason.

Head coach Kelly Rae Finley has coached the Gators to a 9-2 start.

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How motherhood refined Kelly Rae Finley’s coaching style

By Amanda Roman | Dec. 9

For Florida women’s basketball’s head coach, motherhood and coaching don’t compete.

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Florida opened five-game home stretch with victory over South Alabama

By Amanda Roman | Dec. 7

Liv McGill erupted for 32 points as Florida shook off a slow start, extending its non-conference home win streak to 13.

Florida Gators plays against Texas Tech for the WBIT on Thursday, March 27th, 2025.

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Florida suffers second loss of the season in a nail-biter against Virginia Tech

By Isis Snow | Dec. 4

Florida fell against ACC competitor Virginia Tech in an intense matchup on the road. The Gators missed out on tying a program record for most wins at the start of a season through 10 games.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Liv McGill returns to help Florida defeat rival FSU for the first time since 2021

By Amanda Roman | Nov. 20

Florida women’s basketball bounced back from its first loss of the season, as Liv McGill returned to the court to lead with 27 points, while Laila Reynolds secured a career-high 21 points.

Florida forward Nyadieng Yiech (2) shoots during a NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga, Thursday, Nov. 06, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Florida women’s basketball falls to Navy without McGill

By Isis Snow | Nov. 16

The Gators offense didn’t look the same without Liv McGill, as the Navy Midshipman picked up their second win against an SEC team in program history.

Florida's Me'Arah O'Neal (8) defends during the first half of a NCAA college basketball game against Jacksonville, Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Freshman Nyadieng Yiech dominates off the bench in win over Samford

By Brooke Bastedo | Nov. 13

Following a 38-point performance against Chattanooga, sophomore guard Liv McGill was scoreless in the first quarter of the game. Florida relied on junior Laila Reynolds and freshman Nyadieng Yiech, who came off the bench to score 18 points.