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Junior Anna Danilina hits a forehand during Florida's 4-2 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Gators blank Minutewomen in opening round of NCAA Tournament

By Spencer Thompson | May 13, 2017

Peggy Porter’s name hasn’t been called often. In fact, the Dallas, Texas, native’s only match this spring came in the season-opener against Depaul on Jan. 28. However, when she was put on court six during Saturday’s opening round of the NCAA Tournament, it looked like she hadn’t missed a beat. Porter’s 6-2, 6-3 win over Massachusetts’s Brittany Collens clinched the match for the Gators, giving them a 4-0 victory to begin tournament play.

UF attacker Mollie Stevens prepares to pass during Florida's 15-8 victory over Denver on March 25, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Florida lacrosse gearing up for NCAA Tournament

By Jake Dreilinger | May 13, 2017

Last year’s postseason loss is still in the back of Florida’s mind.

UF sprinter Kunle Fasasi races in the 400-meter dash during the Florida Relays on April 1, 2016, at the Percy Beard Track.

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Cameron wins shot put title, Gators roll on Day Two

By Andrew Huang | May 13, 2017

After a half-hour rain delay that featured two PSAs from announcers alerting fans that a Ford Fusion and Nissan Maxima had left their lights on in the stadium parking lot, junior Lloydricia Cameron came through for the Gators.

Maria Torres watches her shot during the SunTrust Gator Invitational on March 11, 2017, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course in Gainesville.

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Florida claims share of first place in NCAA Regional

By Morgan McMullen | May 11, 2017

Kelly Grassel would not be denied.

Coach Mike Holloway's men's (No. 1) and women's (No. 4) indoor teams will look to capitalize on a fast start to their seasons. “We always talk about leaving your failures (and) successes in the building,” Holloway said. “Our mindset is always that we’re just trying to get better.”

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Holloway leads Gators track and field into SEC Outdoor Championships

By Andrew Huang | May 11, 2017

Mike Holloway is no stranger to success. Holloway, a UF graduate, has been involved with the Florida track and field team for 21 years.

UF men's tennis coach Bryan Shelton looks on during Florida's 4-2 win against UCLA on Feb. 5, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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UF men's tennis gears up to host NCAA Tournament

By Mark Stine | May 11, 2017

Florida coach Bryan Shelton had a fantastic career at Georgia Tech.

Belinda Woolcock serves during Florida's 4-2 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Gators hungry to avenge losses in NCAA tournament

By Spencer Thompson | May 11, 2017

Entering the NCAA tournament as the No. 1 seed in the field, senior Belinda Woolcock only has one word to describe what she and the Florida women’s tennis team feels like.

Kelly Grassel lines up a shot during the 2015 SunTrust Gator Invitational at UF's Mark Bostick Golf Course.

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Gators close out second day of regional play in first place

By Morgan McMullen | May 9, 2017

The Scarlet Course in Columbus, Ohio, has been giving golfers trouble through the first two days of the NCAA Columbus Regional.

Maria Torres watches her shot during the SunTrust Gator Women's Golf Invitational on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course in Gainesville.

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Gators lead NCAA Regional after Round One

By Morgan McMullen | May 9, 2017

The No. 6-ranked Gators women’s golf team gave a convincing argument two weeks ago for why they believed they should be the No. 1 seed at the NCAA Regional Championships in Columbus, Ohio. With a commanding 13-stroke victory over Alabama and Georgia, Florida took home its ninth SEC title in program history.

UF attacker Mollie Stevens fights for the ball during Florida's 15-8 win against Denver on March 28, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Gators down Denver to win third straight Big East Championship

By Jake Dreilinger | May 6, 2017

Denver goalie Maddy Stevenson stepped out of the crease on a Pioneers clear attempt, looking to help ease the pressure Florida was exerting on the clear.

UF attacker Mollie Stevens fights off a North Carolina player during Florida's 13-10 loss to the Tar Heels on Feb. 11, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Gators advance to Big East Championship with dominating win over Temple

By Jake Dreilinger | May 4, 2017

Temple was slowly creeping back into the game after falling behind 3-0 early on. After ten scoreless minutes, the Owls found the net on back-to-back goals nearly a minute apart and were now within striking distance of catching the Gators.

UF midfielder Sydney Pirreca runs downfield with the ball during Florida's 15-8 win against Denver on March 25, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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Gators down Hoyas to capture Big East title

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 30, 2017

The score was tied 2-2 nearly 10 minutes in when attacker Mollie Stevens was issued her second yellow card of the game.

UF coach Roland Thornqvist looks on during Florida's 4-2 win against Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Florida motivated after loss to Vanderbilt, eager to redeem themselves

By Spencer Thompson | Apr. 17, 2017

It looked all too familiar for the Gators women’s tennis team. Having lost the doubles point, Florida struggled to fight back in singles, ended a winning streak and recorded an unexpected loss.

UF lacrosse head coach Amanda O'Leary stands in the center of her players during Florida's 15-8 win against Denver on March 25, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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The House that Mandee Built: O'Leary has led UF lacrosse to national prominence

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 17, 2017

The Florida lacrosse team wasn’t supposed to make it this far.

UF sophomore McClain Kessler pumps his fist during Florida's 4-2 win against UCLA on Feb. 5, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Men’s tennis team dominates Auburn on Senior Day

By Mark Stine | Apr. 16, 2017

The regular season ended on a high note for the UF men’s tennis team, which shut out the Auburn Tigers 7-0 on Sunday.

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Vandy upsets No. 1 Gators

By Spencer Thompson | Apr. 16, 2017

With the SEC title on the line, the Gators women’s tennis team found itself in a hole. After six consecutive shutouts, Florida went down early to No. 5 Vanderbilt after losing the doubles point for only the fourth time this season.

UF's Ingrid Neel hits a backhand during Florida's 4-2 win against Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Punching up and standing out: UF's Neel continues to separate herself from competition

By Spencer Thompson | Apr. 16, 2017

Parents snickered as she walked out.

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Gators blow past Butler, remain undefeated in conference play

By Jake Dreilinger | Apr. 16, 2017

Florida’s game had just started when midfielder Brianna Harris won the opening draw control. The freshman passed the ball off to set up the offense while she got into position.

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UF hurdlers turned ‘brothers’ want best for each other

By Daniel Smithson | Apr. 13, 2017

When Florida redshirt senior hurdler Eric Futch crossed the finish line at the 2016 NCAA Outdoor Championships, he turned and looked behind him.

UF's Elliott Orkin hits a forehand during Florida's 4-2 win against UCLA on Feb. 5, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Gators trying to preserve postseason advantages

By Mark Stine | Apr. 13, 2017

UF enters its final weekend of the regular season with a lot to play for.