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OPINION: The NCAA is in big trouble

By Brayden Schultz | June 15

The college football world — and the sports world in general — was flipped on its head Monday when a Texas district court judge granted Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction allowing him to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.

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Ben Shelton wins first-ever grass court competition at Stuttgart Open

By Ethan Feinberg | June 14

After falling in the Round of 16 in back-to-back ATP tournaments, former Florida standout Ben Shelton reclaimed his glory in the Stuttgart Open in Germany on Sunday.

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Van Daalen claims discus title as Florida women notch third runner-up finish in four years

By Paul Hof-Mahoney | June 14

Van Daalen’s victory was the highlight of a strong two days of competition for Florida’s women inside Hayward Field. The indoor and outdoor SEC champions finished second in the team race with 43 points, matching their placement from 2023 and 2024. This meet represented a 13-place and 25-point improvement from last season for the Gators.

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Anna Danilina comes close to glory at French Open, falls in final

By Sofia Alamo | June 13

Looking to end a nearly three-month-long championship drought, former Gator Anna Danilina stepped onto centre court to battle for the Roland Garros women’s doubles title in Paris on Sunday. But defeating the No. 1-seed tandem of Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend proved challenging.

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Nilsson’s breakthrough 400-meter hurdles triumph leads Florida men at NCAA Championships

By Paul Hof-Mahoney | June 13

Finishing in 48.06, Nilsson became the ninth-fastest performer in collegiate history and now sits second on the UF all-time list. After not even racing at the East Regional last season, the Nilsson that Florida fans expected when he came to Gainesville – the one that won the World Junior (under 20) title and set the high school 300-meter hurdles record in 2024 – had fully arrived.

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Florida baseball sees major roster turnover through transfer portal

By Colton Veres | June 13

The Gators have already seen significant movement in the transfer portal as they begin constructing their roster for the 2027 season. Florida has added two key transfers while several players, including longtime starter Cade Kurland, have elected to continue their careers elsewhere.

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‘A Gator through and through’: Kaitlyn Davies reflects on time at Florida

By Coral Uzgiden and Lily Perkins | June 12

After four seasons, 83 games and two Final Four appearances, Davies left Florida as one of the most accomplished midfielders in program history. But when she reflects on her time with the Gators, what stands out isn’t her many accolades, goals or broken records. It’s the team.

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Meet Tammi Reiss: the ultimate builder

By Colby Kistner | June 12

From a standout college athlete at Virginia to the new Gators women’s basketball head coach, Reiss has kept the same poise throughout. Her journey started around 45 years ago when the Eldred, New York, native was in sixth grade. Geno Auriemma, Virginia women’s basketball assistant coach at the time, sent her an offer letter to Cathy Rush Basketball Camp. There, Reiss got a glimpse of what college and professional basketball were like. 

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Florida student-athletes gain perspectives on life beyond the game

By Nicole Scura | June 11

Student-athletes spend years striving to excel in their sport, dedicating hours to practices, conditioning and competition. But for many, one question looms over their head: What comes after sports?

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UF announces $1.45 billion stadium renovations

By Jeffrey Serber | June 11

On Thursday, the University of Florida revealed renderings and a promotional video of its $1.45 billion renovations to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Construction for the project is scheduled to begin following the 2026 season and is expected to be completed ahead of the 2030 campaign.

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Countdown to Kickoff: UF students prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

By Jeffrey Serber | June 11

Following its expansion from 32 to 48 teams, this tournament marks the largest World Cup in history, making it unlike any of the other 22 since 1930. With the University of Florida being about a five-hour drive from host cities Miami and Atlanta, students are prepared and excited for what the 23rd World Cup has in store.

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'It's national championship or bust for this team’: Haugh’s return puts Florida back in championship contention

By Colton Veres | June 9

After weighing his professional options and listening to advice from everyone, including his family and NBA veteran Draymond Green, Haugh made the choice Florida fans were hoping for. He was coming back.

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Earning a trident of Barbadian records: Inside Layla Haynes’ breakout 2026 season

By Paul Hof-Mahoney | June 8

When Haynes lines up inside Hayward Field at the University of Oregon for her semifinal on June 11, she’ll have the confidence of the two best races of her life in her back pocket. She said the nerves go away the instant she steps on the track. When the gun fires, all that Haynes can do is race with the aggression she’s proven she can and welcome the inevitable.

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How Florida's improvement in doubles propelled its comeback season

By Sofia Alamo | June 8

Clinching the doubles point in five consecutive matches to kick off the season, the Gators had a newfound strength pushing them forward. However, that strong point suddenly shrank when conference play began, and the Gators shouldered the responsibility of rebuilding confidence in the home stretch of the season.