Following Ole Miss’s plethora of NCAA infractions and sanctions last season, many players were looking for a transfer. One of these players was redshirt junior Van Jefferson. Jefferson had a decent Freshman season, catching 49 passes for 543 yards and 3 touchdowns. However, as a sophomore, Jefferson saw a dip …
Read More »Gator Running Backs Learning New System
Florida Gator running backs are learning a new system during spring practice. The new system includes running backs developing their fundamentals, according to Assistant Coach, Running Backs and Special Teams Coordinator Greg Knox. Knox is trying to keep the running backs motivated while they learn the overall concept, scheme and …
Read More »No. 4 Gator Softball Finishes Unbeaten Weekend
The fourth ranked Florida softball team played all or parts of three games on Saturday, winning 7-0 over Hampton and taking two from Jacksonville (2-1 and 4-0). Florida outscored Hampton and Jacksonville by 30 runs in the four-game weekend of non-conference play. After the first game against Hampton, the Gators …
Read More »Gator Baseball Takes Game 1 Over Vanderbilt
Despite having to wait through an almost a two hour rain delay to start Friday’s game, the Florida baseball team was able to come out strong and pick up an 8-4 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores in a top ten match up in Gainesville. Stellar Pitching Although 12 runs were …
Read More »Preview: No. 8 Gators Lacrosse Host UConn Huskies
After a week with no action, the Florida Gators lacrosse team returns to the Diz this weekend. Hoping to build on last Saturday’s 16-11 road victory over no. 24 Georgetown, the Gators will host the UConn Huskies. Big East Conference Ten games into the season and the Gators are 7-3. …
Read More »Antonio Callaway Looks for a Second Chance as He Enters NFL Draft
Former Florida Gator all-SEC receiver Antonio Callaway is preparing for the NFL draft. Despite concerns over his character, NFL general managers are attracted to Callaway’s playmaking abilities on the field. Regardless, these teams have not forgotten the many scandals and immaturity displayed by Callaway off the field. Trouble Off the …
Read More »Matt Elam Seeks Second Chance
Former Gator and Baltimore Ravens safety Matt Elam returned to Gainesville on Wednesday, March 28th to attend Florida’s pro day seeking a second chance at his NFL career. An All-American at the University of Florida, Matt Elam was the Baltimore Ravens first round draft pick of the 2013 draft. He …
Read More »Taven Bryan Prepares for Draft
First-round draft pick hopeful Taven Bryan has come a long way since his first game at the University of Florida. Bryan attended Pro Day Wednesday and got some special attention from the Dallas Cowboys Defensive Coordinator. So far, things are looking good for Bryan. Who is Taven Bryan? Being compared …
Read More »Former Gator Bobby Poyner Makes Red Sox Opening Day Roster
There’s never been a shortage of talent on the Florida baseball team. But, one former Gators’ name is now on a big league roster. Bobby Poyner, who pitched at the McKethan Stadium from 2012-2015, is a new member of the Boston Red Sox. Bobby Poyner Before the Pros Poyner was …
Read More »No. 4 Gators Softball Split Doubleheader Against FIU
The fourth ranked Gator softball team split a doubleheader with Florida International University on Wednesday at home, winning 9-0 in five innings in the first game but losing 5-0 in the second game. The Gators fell to 16-1 at home this season, ending a perfect run at Katie Seashole Pressly …
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