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Xaivian Lee makes Summer League appearances with Cleveland Cavaliers

By Jeffrey Serber | July 17

In the Summer League, Lee had a chance to showcase his skill to cement his spot with the Cavaliers organization. Across five games in Las Vegas, Lee averaged 6.4 points, 2.4 assists and two rebounds per game. He shot 40% from the field and 21% from beyond the arc.

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A slice of England: The Queen’s Arms Pub embraces World Cup frenzy

By Lily Perkins | July 16

As England advanced through the FIFA World Cup, crowds at The Queen’s Arms swelled to a size that left mere inches between patrons. Fans arrived hours before kickoff to claim tables, staff members were called in from out of town and every available television featured a bright green soccer pitch. 

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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Headed to the show: Liam Peterson drafted by Cleveland Guardians

By Colton Veres | July 11

The Clearwater native posted a 4.59 ERA with 111 strikeouts in 84.1 innings during his third season with the Gators, finishing his Florida career with a 5.03 ERA. Despite his inconsistencies, Peterson’s raw tools and ace potential made him an attractive pick in the draft.

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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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Florida hires Todd Butler as assistant baseball coach

By Colton Veres | July 6

The Florida Gators have added one of college baseball's most experienced and accomplished recruiters to Kevin O'Sullivan's coaching staff, hiring Todd Butler as an assistant coach after three seasons at Oklahoma.

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Alex Condon makes debut with Australia’s senior team

By Jeffrey Serber | July 6

Making his debut with Australia’s senior national team, Florida’s Alex Condon aided the Boomers to wins against Guam on Friday and the Philippines on Monday to end the first round of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

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Florida addresses key needs in transfer portal; left-handed pitching remains a question

By Colton Veres | July 6

Florida has put together a good — but not great — portal class so far with nine commitments for the 2027 season. While the Gators addressed several roster needs, one concern remains: left-handed pitching.

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Elli McKissock returns to Florida, signs with the Orlando Valkyries

By Nicole Scura | July 6

The 2027 season marks McKissock's second with the team. She played a critical role in the team’s victory at the franchise’s first Major League Volleyball Championship in 2025. This past season, McKissock played for the Atlanta Vibe, accumulating 152 digs and 2.34 digs per set across 65 sets played.

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Higher season ticket prices leave UF students weighing options

By Lily Perkins | July 2

The University of Florida released season student tickets earlier this year at a price about 50% higher than the previous year’s. Coming out to a $376.25 total, including fees, the elevated price has raised concerns among students about whether the season ticket package is worth the cost.

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Alijah Martin signs two-year deal with Toronto Raptors

By Jeffrey Serber | July 1

Former Gator Alijah Martin signs a two-year, $4.8 million contract, returning to the Toronto Raptors, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.