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Florida sweeps Baylor in Saturday showdown

By Nicole Scura | Sep. 5

No. 17 Florida (3-1) swept No. 20 Baylor (4-1) on Saturday in Waco, Texas, in its third-straight road matchup.

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No. 17 Florida falls to No. 5 Wisconsin in five-set thriller

By Sofia Alamo | Sep. 3

Florida (2-1) ultimately fell to No. 5 Wisconsin (2-3) in a thrilling five-set match, taking its first loss of the season at the UW Field House in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Selena Leban propels Florida to upset of No. 11 Minnesota

By Nicole Scura | Sep. 2

A stellar 11 service aces fueled the Gators’ night against No. 11 Minnesota, leading them to a hard-fought win in Madison, Wisconsin. No. 17 Florida (2-0) triumphed over the Golden Gophers (1-2) 3-1 in its first interconference tournament. The weeklong affair – featuring 18 Big Ten schools and all 16 SEC institutions – gives Florida even more chances to prove themselves as a contender against top teams. 

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Gators volleyball kicks off grueling four-match road stretch against Minnesota in Big Ten/SEC Challenge

By Sofia Alamo | Sep. 1

In its first year of the Big 10/SEC Volleyball Challenge, Florida will compete in the Big 10/SEC Challenge as the No. 17-ranked team in the nation. The weeklong tournament, which features all 18 Big Ten schools and all 16 SEC institutions, makes history as the first time volleyball has been played at Wrigley Field. 

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Florida volleyball sweeps Stony Brook in regular-season opener

By Sofia Alamo and Nicole Scura | Aug. 30

No. 17 Florida (1-0) swept Stony Brook (1-3) in its home opener Sunday afternoon, rebounding from Thursday’s two-set loss against the No. 1 team in the country. 

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No. 17 Florida falls to No. 1 Nebraska in Spikes Under the Lights semifinal

By Sofia Alamo and Nicole Scura | Aug. 27

The No. 17 Florida Gators fell to the No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers in a two-set match Thursday night in Arlington, Texas. The win advanced the Cornhuskers to the Spikes Under the Lights championship, where they will face the winner of Penn State vs. Southern Methodist University. 

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Can the Gators come back as a top contender this 2026-27 season?

By Sofia Alamo and Nicole Scura | Aug. 24

With a tough schedule ahead, the Gators must capitalize on their returning stars, challenge their ranked opponents and fill the gaps left by transfers to find success on the court again. The Gators’ 2025-26 season proved adjustment takes time. After 34 years under head coach Mary Wise, Florida experienced a shake-up when she announced her last full season would be 2024. 

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Beyond The Swamp: Your guide to 2026-27 Gators sports

By Lily Perkins | Aug. 12

Tucked in between Saturdays in The Swamp and camping in front of the Stephen C. O’Connell Center for basketball games are national championship contenders, Olympians, rising stars and some of the most exciting sporting events on campus. Whether you’re looking for a fun new activity, an indoor escape from the Florida heat or your next favorite team, here’s what you need to know before every Gator season begins.

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Florida volleyball picked fourth in SEC Coaches Poll, Byrd and Rothe named Preseason All-SEC

By Sofia Alamo | July 29

Being one of three programs with multiple athletes selected to the Preseason All-Southeastern Conference team, Florida volleyball is positioned for success with the talents of Jordyn Byrd and Alec Rothe. The SEC Coaches Poll announced the Gators are projected to finish No. 4 in the conference.

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Sizing up the Gators: A look into Florida volleyball’s 2026 roster

By Nicole Scura | July 25

With Florida volleyball preparing for the 2026 season, the team has the chance to prove the program can still thrive without longtime head coach Mary Wise, who departed the program after the 2024 season. In 2025, the Gators saw their worst season in over three decades, going 16-12 overall and 9-6 in the SEC, leaving massive room for growth under head coach Ryan Theis. That said, Florida’s roster looks different this year, leaving fans wondering how this season will pan out.

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Lily Hayes secures gold, remains defensive asset for Florida volleyball

By Nicole Scura | July 20

Following a standout first season with the Gators, rising sophomore libero Lily Hayes has made another memorable mark on the court. Representing Team USA in the 2026 NORCECA Women’s U21 Pan American Cup, Hayes helped the team bring home gold.

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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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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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How family, competition shaped Florida freshman Nadi’ya Shelby

By Lily Perkins | June 1

When Nadi’ya was as young as 10 years old, she began seeking out extra training on her own, running with her brothers and finding ways to improve her athleticism.