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The NCAA is in an ongoing legal battle with Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.
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What’s next for Brendan Sorsby?

On June 15, Texas district court judge Ken Curry granted Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction allowing him to maintain his eligibility and play for the Red Raiders in 2026 — against the NCAA’s better judgment. A week later, the lawsuit was withdrawn.


UF Gator Band marches down 13th Street in Gainesville in the 102nd UF Homecoming Parade. The parade took place on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.
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How Gator Marching Band prepares for football season

Booking transportation and accommodation for away football games, prepping for the upcoming application cycle, sending back equipment and uniforms for service and making sure each song goes through the copyright process are just a few of the numerous tasks Watkins takes on in preparation for the 2026-27 school year.


Freshman midfielder Mia Gray (left) joined the Gators for spring training ahead of the 2026 season.
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New York to Florida: Mia Gray’s path to UF soccer

The Rochester, New York, native visited in August 2024 and wasn’t sure at first if she would make it because of the forecast. The first day was clear, but Hurricane Debby made landfall the second day. The midfielder’s flight back home was canceled and she stayed a few extra days.


Florida forward Jade Weathersby (1) dribbles during the second quarter/half of an NCAA basketball game against Texas, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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Inside Florida women’s basketball’s brand-new 2026-2027 roster

Reiss’ recruiting strategy details several key components: retention, utilizing the transfer portal effectively, identifying high school talent and finding personalities that fit the program's culture outside of just on-court skill. The roster, recently ranked No.15 nationally by USA Today, is filled with reliable scorers, veteran guards, front and backcourt depth and pure excitement. 


The NCAA is in an ongoing legal battle with Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.
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OPINION: The NCAA is in big trouble

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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