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Florida women's soccer player Nylah Norris is set to begin her freshman season under head coach Nick Zimmerman in 2026.

Florida soccer’s Nylah Norris embraces new era under Nick Zimmerman

By Colby Kistner | 9:02pm

Nylah’s competitive mindset helped shape her path to the University of Florida, where she enters her freshman year under first-year head coach Nick Zimmerman. The connection between the two stems back to Zimmerman’s days as Mississippi State head coach. He recruited Nylah and planned to host her for a visit. However, she decided to commit to the Gators to be closer to her family, who had recently moved from Texas. 

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Florida Gators guard Will Richard (5) dunks the ball during a basketball game against UConn in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C.
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Will Richard, Golden State Warriors win 2026 NBA Summer League title

By Jeffrey Serber | July 19

Will Richard kicked off his second season in the NBA by helping the Golden State Warriors to an NBA Summer League Final victory, recording 13 points in the championship game against Memphis on Sunday. Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies and later traded to the Warriors with the No. 56 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Richard was fresh off a national championship run with the Gators. He was a member of Florida’s three-headed monster of a backcourt that included Walter Clayton Jr. and Alijah Martin.

Gators men's basketball guard Zyon Pullin shoots a jump shot in the team's 102-98 win over the Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday, January 27, 2024.
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Zyon Pullin, Colin Castleton shine in NBA Summer League

By Jeffrey Serber | July 18

At the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, Nevada, the Gators had eight former players participate across eight teams. While some of the bigger names, such as Walter Clayton Jr., Alijah Martin and Will Richard, were the focus heading into the tournament, it was Zyon Pullin and Colin Castleton who took Las Vegas by storm, playing integral roles in their teams’ performances.

Florida right-handed pitcher Luke McNeillie (9) pitches during an NCAA college baseball game against Auburn at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, April 17, 2026.
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3 more Gators selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft

By Colton Veres | July 13

The 2026 MLB Draft once again showcased the depth of Florida baseball, with six Gators and one signee selected over the course of the two-day event. After three Florida players and a signee heard their names called on Day 1, three more Gators were selected on Day 2, upholding the program’s reputation for producing professional talent.

A refs chair sits at Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex, Thursday, March 26, 2026 in Gainesville, Fla.
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How Scarlett Nicholson stayed competitive in her ineligible season at Florida

By Sofia Alamo | July 13

Florida always came to mind for Nicholson when thinking of where she wanted to go. The former Georgia Tech player faced the Gators twice in her last season as a Yellow Jacket. Ranked the No. 16 player in the country, Nicholson took a surprising three-set loss to Xinyi Nong in the round of 32 at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Southeast Regionals last October.

A sign reads “This is… The Swamp” inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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New president, new era: How Stuart Bell could shape Florida athletics

By Lily Perkins | July 13

As Bell begins his tenure in Gainesville, attention turns to the role he could play in shaping the future of Florida athletics. Unlike many university presidents, Bell enters the role with extensive experience overseeing one of college athletics’ most notable programs. During his time at the University of Alabama from 2015 to 2025, the Crimson Tide won three national championships and six SEC championships under football coach Nick Saban, solidifying UA’s athletic department as one of the nation’s best. 

Florida baseball freshman right-handed pitcher Liam Peterson shows emotion after escaping a jam in the fourth inning of the team's game against Columbia University on Saturday, February 24, 2024.
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Liam Peterson joins Florida’s first-round legacy under Kevin O’Sullivan

By Colton Veres | July 12

Since Kevin O’Sullivan took over as Florida baseball head coach in 2008, the Gators have established themselves as one of the premier programs in the country for developing future MLB talent. Year after year, Florida has produced players capable of competing at the highest level of the sport, and the MLB Draft has become another stage showcasing the success of the program’s player development.

Florida right-handed pitcher Liam Peterson (12) tosses the ball during an NCAA college baseball game against Auburn at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, April 17, 2026.
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Scouting the draft: Which Gators are likely to go in the 2026 MLB Draft?

By Colton Veres | July 9

The draft will take place from July 11-12, with Rounds 1-4 being held Saturday and Rounds 5-20 taking place Sunday. The Gators have multiple current players and high school commits who could be selected throughout the 20 rounds. Among the group, junior starting pitcher Liam Peterson has the strongest draft pedigree. Ranked No. 20 in MLB.com’s Top 250 players, the junior has consistently been projected as a first-round selection.

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