A Historic Matchup Returns
On December 12, the Florida Gators will host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at the Amway Center in Orlando, marking the first meeting between the two schools in 36 years.
The Gators hold a 24‑20 edge in the all‑time series, a tally that was largely compiled before Georgia Tech departed the SEC in 1964.
Florida’s 2026‑27 slate includes four Atlantic Coast Conference opponents, underscoring a deliberate non‑conference strategy that pits the Gators against Miami in Tampa, Notre Dame in Las Vegas, and Duke in Gainesville.
A Schedule Packed with ACC Rivals
The upcoming contest is part of a broader arrangement that sees the Gators travel to Nevada for a neutral‑site game against Notre Dame and return to familiar territory for a home matchup with Duke, while also facing the Hurricanes on their home floor in Tampa.
These games not only add competitive depth to the schedule but also provide opportunities for cross‑regional exposure, drawing fans from across the country to witness a blend of traditional rivalries and fresh narratives.