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UF struggles at diving meet

By Logan McGuire | Mar. 10, 2014

The Gators had mixed results on Day 1 of the NCAA Zone Diving Regional Championships on Monday.

Taylor Gushue runs toward first base during Florida’s 4-0 win against Maryland on Feb. 14 at McKethan Stadium.

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UF sweeps UConn in extras

By ADAM LICHTENSTEIN< | Mar. 9, 2014

The Gators have struggled to hit for power throughout non-conference play this season, but they needed a couple big hits to secure their first series sweep of 2014.

Scottie Wilbekin cuts down the net after Florida’s 84-65 win against Kentucky on Saturday in the O’Connell Center.

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Gators tear down nets after perfect conference season

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Mar. 9, 2014

On Feb. 21, 2007, the Gators cut down the nets in the O’Connell Center to celebrate their Southeastern Conference title despite having three more regular season games on the schedule.

Cassie Peoples drives to the net during Florida’s loss to Missouri on Feb. 20 in the O’Connell Center. Peoples averaged 8.9 points per game at the SEC Tournament.

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Florida falls to Kentucky in conference tournament

By GORDON STREISAND< | Mar. 9, 2014

After two games in as many days, fifth-seeded Florida was bounced from the Southeastern Conference Tournament by No. 12 Kentucky on Friday following a strong showing against Mississippi State on Thursday.

Gordon Watson returns a ball during Florida’s 5-2 win against North Florida on Jan. 22 at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Sophomore clinches comeback win against Gamecocks

By BRITNEE MCCOY< | Mar. 9, 2014

Sophomore Gordon Watson showcased his skills Sunday when he defeated No. 55 ranked Tsvetan Mihov in three sets to clinch Florida’s 4-2 win against South Carolina at the Ring Tennis Complex on Sunday.

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Florida looks to qualify divers for NCAA Championships

By Logan McGuire | Mar. 9, 2014

Diving hasn’t been one of the strengths for Florida’s No.1 men’s (8-0, 5-0 Southeastern Conference) or No. 8 women’s (5-3, 3-2 SEC) swimming and diving teams in recent years.

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Florida exacts revenge for first loss of season

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Mar. 8, 2014

After being shutout by Ole Miss to open up Southeastern Conference play on Friday, Florida evened the series Saturday.

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Gators jump out to quick start, don't look back in win over Wolverines

By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Mar. 8, 2014

Florida made it onto the scoreboard at the Dizney Stadium on Saturday within the blink of an eye. Just 20 seconds after Florida controlled the opening draw of the game, junior midfielder Shannon Gilroy scored the first goal of the game. Gilroy followed up that performance with a second goal just two minutes later, extending Florida’s lead to 2-0.

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Florida sweeps South Carolina with ease

By IAN COHEN | Mar. 8, 2014

Florida’s dominant win over South Carolina on Saturday served as a preview of sorts, as UF prepares for a slate of ten Southeastern Conference opponents before beginning the SEC tournament in April.

Scottie Wilbekin, Casey Prather, Patric Young and Will Yeguete huddle together after Florida’s 84-65 win against Kentucky on Saturday in the O’Connell Center. The Gators are the first team to finish their Southeastern Conference regular-season schedule 18-0.

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Florida defeats Kentucky to close out perfect SEC season

By LANDON WATNICK< | Mar. 8, 2014

After No. 1 Florida sealed an 84-65 win against No. 25 Kentucky in the O’Connell Center on Saturday, senior forward Will Yeguete hoisted a sign that read “18-0 and more to go.”

Kayla Lewis drives toward the net during Florida’s win against Georgia on Jan. 19 in the O’Connell Center.

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Florida knocked out of SEC Tournament

By GORDON STREISAND< | Mar. 8, 2014

On Friday, the third time was the charm for Kentucky.

Casey Turgeon swings during Florida’s 4-0 win against Maryland on Feb. 14 at McKethan Stadium.

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Turgeon, Gators walk-off winners over Huskies

Mar. 8, 2014

Casey Turgeon handed Florida (8-6) a 1-0 walk-off victory in its series opener against Connecticut (4-6) on Friday night at McKethan Stadium.

Taylor Schwarz swings during Florida’s 4-2 win against Mississippi State on Apr. 6, 2013, at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium.

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Top-ranked Gators upset by Rebels

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Mar. 8, 2014

After starting the season with 22 straight wins, No. 1 Florida had trouble at the plate when it started its Southeastern Conference schedule against Ole Miss on Friday.

Alaina Johnson performs a beam routine during Florida’s win against Oklahoma on Jan. 31 in the O’Connell Center.

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Johnson breaks all around record, Hunter records fifth 10 of year

By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Mar. 8, 2014

Alaina Johnson outdid herself in her final meet in the O’Connell Center on Friday.

Jaterra Bonds looks for an opening during Florida’s 68-62 loss against Georgia on Jan. 19 in the O’Connell Center.

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Florida survives opening game of tournament, faces Kentucky next

By GORDON STREISAND< | Mar. 6, 2014

A well-rounded effort on Thursday afternoon propelled Florida to a 71-67 win over Mississippi State in its first game of the Southeastern Conference tournament.