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Kennedy Martin is pretty good at physics. When the Gator hits the ball, it’s only moments before it hits the court, often at a steep angle. The sophomore showed off her scientific knowledge and physical skill against UCF, leading the Gators with 29 kills on a .510 hitting percentage. Florida …

There wasn’t much that wasn’t working for the No. 22 Gators on Friday night, but that isn’t new. Over the last three weeks, Florida’s volleyball team has flipped a switch. After starting the season 11-5, trending to coach Mary Wise’s worst season in Gainesville, the Gators have risen out of …

Kennedy Martin is now tied with Aury Cruz for all-time Florida volleyball program kills after securing 31 in Friday night’s 3-1 win against Tennessee. Cruz, the four-time AVCA All-American, set the career high with 31 kills on Dec. 8, 2001. Almost 23 years later, Cruz now shares that title with …

The Florida volleyball team’s 2023 season ended at the hands of Georgia Tech. Fate would have it that the Gators’ first-ranked matchup of the 2024 season would be against the Yellow Jackets. After Wednesday night, Florida is likely hoping to never see the Atlanta school again. No. 15 Georgia Tech …

The Florida Gators are dancing into the NCAA Tournament, as they earned the No. 4 seed in the top left bracket and hosting rights for the opening rounds. https://twitter.com/GatorsVB/status/1728937094658363492 The Competition Gainesville will feature three teams in addition to the Gators, with games on November 30 and December 1. https://twitter.com/NCAAVolleyball/status/1728914129698844716 …

The Florida volleyball team defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers in three sets to secure a spot in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The Gators were led by Gabbi Essix who delivered eight kills and two blocks. Essix shared her thoughts on the team’s mentality going into the game …

The Florida volleyball team upset number four Wisconsin in five sets in front of a record-breaking crowd Friday night in Madison. The Gators jumped to a quick two-set lead over the Badgers to put themselves in prime position to take the match. Wisconsin didn’t go away however.  They stormed back …

A chance to take down the champs – always exciting in college athletics. The Gator volleyball team has that chance Friday night, as they’re in Madison to face the 4th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers. A Historic Night While there’s no extra motivation needed for either squad, Friday night’s game is particularly special. …

The University of Virginia volleyball team’s trek from Charlottesville, Virginia, to The Swamp for the Gators Invitational was extra special for one particular player. Freshman defensive specialist and Gainesville native Kate Johnson made her college volleyball debut in her hometown. https://twitter.com/UVAVolleyball/status/1562822326948806657 Buchholz Standout Johnson picked up the sport at the …

The Florida Gators volleyball team was picked to finish second next season in the SEC Preseason Coaches Poll. The Gators’ 132 total points and two first-place votes put them in the runner-up position behind the defending SEC champions, the Kentucky Wildcats. https://twitter.com/SEC/status/1546509659535773698?cxt=HHwWhMC4pe6Vp_YqAAAA Two Gators Headline All-SEC Team Sophomores Merritt Beason …