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Top-seeded North Florida Baseball lost 3-1 to No. 3-seeded Florida Gulf Coast University in the ASUN Championship elimination game, with key performances from Carter White, Mitchell Collins and pitcher Trevor Nikolis.
The Seminole Ridge High School girls' flag football team secured its second consecutive 3A state championship, finishing 20‑2 and No. 1 in the nation.
The Pirates edged Rice 4-3 in a tightly contested opener, highlighted by a timely homer and a resilient finish as they gear up for their next conference battle.
Sporting Club Jacksonville’s women’s soccer side will host Carolina Ascent FC at Hodges Stadium on May 24, aiming to overturn a recent league setback and secure a spot in the championship game.
Duke's basketball program has added 16‑year‑old Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a seven‑foot talent from Spain, to its 2026 class, boosting the recruiting ranking to the nation's top spot.
As the 2026 NBA Draft deadline approaches, several college standouts must decide whether to test the professional waters or return to school for another season.
Auburn’s baseball team has thrived since sophomore left‑hander Jackson Sanders moved into the bullpen, posting a 17‑11 record and delivering clutch performances in tight games
The NAACP has urged a boycott of college football programs in seven Southern states, targeting Florida’s lucrative teams to protest redistricting that weakens Black voting power, while political leaders respond sharply and athletic institutions remain quiet.
The University of Florida revealed the designations for each home game in the 2026 football season, outlining unique themes, anniversary tributes, and historic firsts that will shape the Gators' schedule.
The Crimson Tide’s 2026 SEC Tournament campaign ended in a 13‑3 defeat to Florida, with pitcher Liam Peterson delivering eight strikeouts. Coach Rob Vaughn remains optimistic about a NCAA regional bid, to be decided on May 25.
The Gators, led by veteran coach Kevin O'Sullivan, will face the Bulldogs in a pivotal semifinal that could define their postseason destiny.
Alabama fell 13‑3 to Florida in eight innings, with Tyler Fay and the bullpen surrendering eight runs. Coach Rob Vaughn's squad, a top‑four seed after an 18‑win regular season, now awaits its NCAA tournament placement.
Purdue's participation in the Fort Myers Tip-Off offers a strategic test for a youthful team preparing for the NCAA Tournament.
The Catholic High School Athletic Association has handed down a seven‑game suspension to Archbishop Stepinac boys basketball coach Patrick Massaroni after the team entered an unsanctioned Chipotle Nationals tournament during Holy Week. The penalty, which includes five league and two non‑league games, was accepted by Massaroni, who emphasized his focus on student‑athletes. The Crusaders entered the suspension amid a season that produced a 26‑5 record and a fourth straight city championship.
The Florida Gators will meet Alabama in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Thursday, aiming to overturn a regular‑season sweep and secure a super‑regional hosting bid.
Texas Longhorns basketball coach Sean Miller continues to build a strong 2027 recruiting class, extending an offer to Tai Bell, a top-ranked point guard and brother of current quarterback Dia Bell.
Inclement weather forces a shift in start times for the 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament, with Georgia versus Mississippi State now set for 1 p.m. ET and Florida versus Alabama to follow shortly after, while both teams opened with wins.
Albert Wheaton’s journey from a 1990 Braves tryout to a post‑war visit with legends like Chipper Jones reveals a unique blend of military service and baseball devotion.
Former NBA forward Marreese Speights jokingly declares his return to the Florida Gators, sparking a look at NCAA eligibility rules for professional‑experienced players.
A 16‑year‑old New Zealander with no football experience receives a scholarship from Washington after impressing the NFL Academy and earning offers from several Power Five programs.
A walk‑on from Grand Island, Nebraska, Tyler Fay’s nine‑inning no‑hitter against Florida marks a meteoric rise fueled by family support, pandemic resilience and a coach’s quiet confidence.
Inclement weather forces a shift in start time for the Crimson Tide’s matchup with the Gators, with an 88% chance of rain and 53% chance of thunderstorms on the new date.
Elias Pearl, a four-star wide receiver from Port Charlotte, Florida, announced his commitment to the University of Florida, selecting the Gators over Florida State, Ole Miss, Georgia and LSU. His decision highlights a recruiting class that now boasts 16 pledges, including six four-star prospects.
In the SEC Tournament, Vanderbilt lost 8-3 to Florida, a result that likely marks the end of their campaign. Coach Tim Corbin praised the Gators while dissecting his team's offensive woes, highlighting catcher Reynolds' development and the promise of a young infield.