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Alejandro Tosti hits a shot during the day one of the SunTrust Gator Invitational on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Gators falter at NCAA Regional

By Justin Ahlum | May 18, 2017

Going into the final round of the NCAA Regional, Florida's men's golf team was in prime position to advance to the national championship. But after Wednesday’s performance, the Gators will head back to Gainesville empty-handed, as their season ended with a combined 24-over in the final round, putting their total score at 27-over in the tournament.

Alex Faedo celebrates during UF's 1-0 win against LSU on March 24, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Florida set to face Kentucky with SEC title on the line

By Dylan Dixon | May 17, 2017

Frank Rubio will be the first to admit that things looked bleak for Florida after its opening weekend of SEC play back in March.

Aleshia Ocasio slides into home plate during Florida's 5-0 win against Georgia on April 8, 2017, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | SOFTBALL

Gators begin NCAA Regionals against Rattlers

By Skyler Lebron | May 17, 2017

After a disappointing early exit in the SEC Tournament, the No. 1 Florida softball team will quickly regather itself before pushing into the NCAA Gainesville Regional.

Senior Chase Perez-Blanco played the last regular-season match of his Gators career in UF's 7-0 victory over Alabama on Friday. “I wouldn’t change a thing,” he said. “It’s just been the best four years.”

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

UF men’s tennis to face defending champs in Sweet 16

By Mark Stine | May 17, 2017

The UF men’s tennis team has made it to the Sweet 16 for a second straight year.

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

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Florida to play rematch against Texas A&M in Sweet 16

By Spencer Thompson | May 17, 2017

Before the Gators women’s tennis team stepped out on the court Sunday, Ingrid Neel was thinking ahead. The lone freshman playing in her first NCAA tournament was so eager to advance to the Sweet 16 in Athens, Georgia, she wasn’t even thinking about tennis.

A.J. Puk pitches during Florida's 7-2 loss to Miami on Feb. 21, 2015, at McKethan Stadium.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Gators in the MLB: Puk and Shore struggling in Minors

By Jake Dreilinger | May 17, 2017

While some younger UF baseball players are beginning their MLB careers, one established veteran is proving that he still has it.

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

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

UF Women’s golf prepared for NCAA Championship

By Morgan McMullen | May 17, 2017

This Friday, the Gators women’s golf team will begin its quest for its third NCAA title in program history.

Sam Horsfield completes his follow-through during round two of the SunTrust Gator Invitational on Feb. 21, 2016 at the Mark Bostick Golf Course.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Gators gain some ground, but still behind in NCAA Regionals

By Justin Ahlum | May 16, 2017

The No. 5 Florida men’s golf team sat in fifth place in the NCAA Regional at the end of round one on Monday. Today, the Gators bounced back and gained two positions in the leaderboard, moving into third place at the end of two rounds at Kampen Golf Course in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Delanie Gourley pitchers during Florida's 14-10 loss to LSU on March 14, 2015, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | FEATURES

California Glove: Gourley pitches from coast to coast

By Cassie Amundson | May 16, 2017

Along the west coast of the United States, there’s a range of large, clay-colored cliffs that sit face-to-face with the waves of the Pacific Ocean.

Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) and guard Stephen Curry celebrate during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on May 14, 2017, at Oracle Arena.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Column: The NBA playoffs have become boring as hell

By Dylan Dixon | May 16, 2017

I’ve always hated the WWE.

Mollie Stevens (17) and Sammi Burgess (2) embrace during Florida's 15-8 win against Denver on March 25, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

A look back on the 2017 Florida lacrosse season

By Jake Dreilinger | May 16, 2017

The Florida lacrosse team’s season came to an end on Sunday following a heartbreaking loss to USC – a team it beat earlier in the season – in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Gordon Neale crouches during round two of the SunTrust Gator Invitational on Feb. 21, 2016, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Florida sits in fifth after Round One of NCAA Regionals

By Justin Ahlum | May 16, 2017

With high expectations and the No. 1 seed in the region, all eyes were on the Gators as they began round one of the NCAA Regional at Kampen Golf Course in West Lafayette, Indiana. When Monday’s action concluded, Florida sat in a tie for fifth place after shooting a combined 4-over par.

Florida's lacrosse team huddles together during its 15-8 win against Denver on March 25, 2017, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

Gators season cut short by heartbreaking loss to USC

By Jake Dreilinger | May 14, 2017

Kygo’s “Stole The Show” blasted around the arena as emotions ran high for the Gators.

Jonathan India signals to his teammates during Florida's 5-4 win against William & Mary on Feb. 17, 2017, at McKethan Stadium.

SPORTS | BASEBALL

Gators complete sweep of 'Bama behind offensive outpour

By Dylan Dixon | May 14, 2017

The fans at Sewell-Thomas Stadium couldn’t help but applaud for Jonathan India.

Ingrid Neel returns a ball during Florida's 4-2 win over Oklahoma State on Feb. 18, 2017, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Strong doubles play carries Gators into Round of 16

By Spencer Thompson | May 14, 2017

Tied at 40 all in the game and leading 5-0 in the match, Ingrid Neel stepped up to serve. With laser focus, the freshman struck the ball and delivered an ace, winning her doubles match 6-0 alongside partner Anna Danilina.

Junior McClain Kessler clinched the Round of 16 match for Florida over Ole Miss on Friday night, sending the Gators to the NCAA Quarterfinals.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

UF men's tennis sweeps first and second round opponents

By Mark Stine | May 13, 2017

Hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament, the UF men’s tennis team defeated both of its opponents in convincing fashion.

UF freshman Grant Holloway jumps at the Hokie Invitational men's long jump final on Jan. 21, 2017.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TRACK

Gators wrap up SEC Outdoors, prepare for NCAA competition

By Andrew Huang | May 13, 2017

Sharrika Barnett nearly caught Texas A&M’s Jaevin Reed in the last leg of the women’s 4x400 meter relay, the final event of the three-day SEC Outdoors Competition.

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

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

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.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS LACROSSE

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.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TRACK

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.