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USA TODAY Sports Media Group

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ESPN's latest bracketology delivers interesting FSU outlook

Florida State men's basketball has opened the 2026-27 season with consecutive victories, but the Seminoles still have work to do to convince ESPN's Joe Lunardi they belong in the NCAA Tournament. In his latest bracketology update released Tuesday, Lunardi placed Florida State among the "Next Four Out," ranking the Seminoles at No. 81 overall and outside the projected 76-team NCAA Tournament field. The projection comes just hours before Florida State (2-0) hosts the No. 1 Florida Gators (2-0) , which Lunardi lists as the No. 1 overall seed in his projected tournament bracket. The Seminoles have made a strong early impression under second-year head coach Luke Loucks, opening with a 113-69 victory over Florida A&M before defeating Troy 91-68. FSU has yet to trail through two games and is averaging 102 points per contest. Sophomore forward Sebastian Rancik has emerged as the team's leading scorer, averaging 21.5 points per game, while freshman center Marcis Ponder has recorded double-doubles in both appearances. Despite that production, Lunardi's projection suggests Florida State remains on the outside looking in as the program attempts to return to March Madness for the first time since 2021. pic.twitter.com/yQGGk0iAOU — Joe Lunardi (@ESPNLunardi) November 10, 2026 However, Tuesday's

Tallahassee, FL · 2d

Florida Gators On SI

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'Don't Want to Talk About it Anymore': Gators DC Brad White Ready to Move Forward

Florida Gators defensive coordinator Brad White is ready to move on from discussing his unit's performance against the Oklahoma Sooners.

Gainesville, FL · 22h

Gator Country

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Florida Versus Merrimack Basketball Preview

Following a gritty win over rivals Florida State the Florida Gators (3-0) will have a strong opportunity to keep their spotless record Friday when they welcome the Merrimack Warriors (1-2) to Gainesville. When Florida scheduled the Warriors they expected this game to be a higher quality buy game than some...

Gainesville, FL · 2d
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Gainesville leaders expecting to open cold-night shelters

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville city leaders are expecting to open cold-night shelter locations starting Friday. The MLK Jr. Multi-purpose Center will serve families with children under 18. Officials say Grace Marketplace will provide the services. St. Francis House used to house families on cold nights. The shelter closed this...

Gainesville, FL · 1d
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Last Word On College Football

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Kentucky Looks To Bounce Back Against Florida

During their six-game winning streak, pretty much everything went right for the Kentucky football team. From second-half rallies to clutch two-point conversions and defensive stops, the BBN couldn't have asked for a better start to the Will Stein era. Unfortunately, everything unraveled last Saturday night in Knoxville. Everything that was going right went the other …

Lexington, KY · 1d

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Gators softball secures second-ranked signing class in the nation

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Florida softball welcomed six new Gators to the program on Wednesday with additions from Florida, Texas and California to their 2027 signing class. Addison Allaire, Niayli Calvo, Josslynn Grimsley, Taylor Jennings, Taegan Lermann and Samantha Nichols all signed on National Signing Day to head to The Swamp.

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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Sooners silence the Swamp with 23-7 victory over Florida

The Oklahoma Sooners delivered one of their biggest road victories of the season Saturday night, knocking off No. 24 Florida 23-7 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, better known as the Swamp. Oklahoma relied on a physical defensive performance and a controlled offensive attack to secure the Southeastern Conference victory, improving...

Norman, OK · 2d

WMBB

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Bozeman advances in Independent League after win over Oak Hall

FLORIDA (WMBB) – The Bozeman Bucks defeated the Oak Hall Eagles 47-14 in the FHSAA Independent League 2 Region Semifinals. The Bucks advance to 4-7 and play a TBD opponent on Thursday, November 19.

Gainesville, FL · 12h

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TrophyCatch Celebrates Season 14 Hall of Fame Anglers

The biggest bass of the season took center stage as TrophyCatch celebrated its Season 14 Hall of Fame anglers during a special ceremony at Bass Pro Shops in Gainesville, Florida. The event brought together anglers and members of the TrophyCatch team to recognize some of the most impressive catches of...

Gainesville, FL · 1d

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FSU brings the antics, Florida brings home its sixth straight rivalry win

Florida keeps its cool and beats FSU for the sixth straight time

Tallahassee, FL · 2d

The Gainesville Sun

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‘Super slammed’: Brewing Thoughts sees surge after Streatery opens

Less than a week after the city’s long-awaited Streatery opened, downtown coffee shop Brewing Thoughts has already felt the effects, with its co-owner describing business as “super slammed.” With a blanket of stars overhead and strands of dimly lit orange and blue string lights illuminating the plaza, several Gainesville city commissioners, officials and Alachua County Commissioner Marihelen Wheeler cut the ribbon Nov. 6, ending a more than six-year wait for a project first conceived during the COVID-19 pandemic to expand outdoor dining. The Streatery, which stretches along Southwest First Avenue between Southwest Second Street and South Main Street, converts the former roadway into a walkable pedestrian plaza with overhead string lighting, new landscaping, enhanced tree canopies and upgraded stormwater drainage infrastructure. Construction crews began fencing off sections of Southwest First Avenue on April 13. The Nov. 6 ribbon cutting marked the end of nearly seven months of construction and the completion of another effort to create more pedestrian-friendly spaces downtown. Businesses along the Streatery include The Bull, Loosey’s, Capone’s, Nest + Nibble, Lor Kebab and Brewing Thoughts. Brewing Thoughts co-owner Titan Wojciak, a UF electrical engineering student, told The Sun on Nov. 9 that he and his girlfriend and fellow

Gainesville, FL · 2d

Independent Florida Alligator

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No. 4 Florida volleyball nears end of regular season, heads to Mississippi State

Florida (21-2, 12-1 SEC) has dominated many of its opponents this season and is ranked No. 4 for a third straight week. But the Gators have seen an interval of tranquility, having not faced a ranked opponent since defeating Texas 3-2 on Oct. 18. Both of Florida’s losses have come...

Gainesville, FL · 17h

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ESPN predicts FSU's remaining schedule after Week 10

Florida State 's postseason hopes received a much-needed boost Saturday, and ESPN's latest Matchup Predictor is beginning to reflect the Seminoles' changing outlook. Following a 31-24 comeback victory over Boston College in interim head coach Rick Stockstill's debut, Florida State improved to 4-5 overall and 2-4 in ACC play. The win snapped a three-game losing streak and kept the Seminoles within striking distance of bowl eligibility. With three games remaining, Florida State needs two victories to reach the six-win threshold. However, ESPN's latest projections favor the Seminoles in just one of those matchups. The outlook has improved since last week's update, with Florida State gaining ground against the NC State Wolfpack and rival Florida Gators while its chances against the Pittsburgh Panthers remain unchanged. Here's how ESPN projects the Seminoles' final three regular-season games. Nov. 13 at Pittsburgh Projected Winner: Pittsburgh FSU win probability: 38.0% Projected FSU record: 4-6 Florida State's first victory under Stockstill did little to change ESPN's expectations for Friday night's trip to Pittsburgh. The Panthers (6-3) remain favorites despite entering the matchup following a bye week. Pittsburgh has been particularly difficult to beat at Acrisure Stadium, compiling a 5-1 home record this season. Nov. 21 vs.

Tallahassee, FL · 2d

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Taylor likes several things about the Florida Gators’ program

Last Saturday night, the Florida Gators hosted several top 2028 prospects on campus for the Oklahoma game. 2028 defensive lineman Josiah Taylor (6-4, 315, Vero Beach, FL. High) was on campus and he said despite the loss, he still likes Florida as he knows what he’s looking for in a program.

Gainesville, FL · 3d

The Gainesville Sun

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UF arena to become Tower Hill Arena in new naming deal

The arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center is getting a new name as the University of Florida moves forward with several major athletics projects, including a $22.5 million loan and a $77 million expansion of the Lemerand Athletic Center. Tower Hill Arena The University of Florida Board of Trustees on Nov. 10 approved a naming-rights arrangement that paves the way for a new corporate name for the arena inside the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. UAA and Tower Hill Insurance Group have agreed to an initial five-year deal running from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, with an option to extend the agreement for another five years through June 2036. University news: UF's Bell says H-1B job filing was made without his approval Exactech Arena will be renamed Tower Hill Arena. The Stephen C. O'Connell Center itself will retain its name. UF spokesperson Steve Orlando said the Exactech contract expired over the summer, clearing the way for the arena to transition to its new name. UAA and Tower Hill have agreed to general terms through a memorandum of understanding, though the board materials do not disclose how much Tower Hill will pay for the naming rights. The arena had

Gainesville, FL · 2d

Yardbarker

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Former UVa prospect Moreno Fisher commits to Florida Gators

Moreno Fisher is a massive human.  A 3-star offensive tackle from Charlotte, North Carolina, Fisher committed to Jon Sumrall and the Florida Gators on Thursday.

Gainesville, FL · 15h

Panama City News Herald

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Bozeman football rallies past Oak Hall for first playoff win since 2023

After falling behind early, No. 5 Bozeman football responded with a dominant offensive performance, scoring 47 unanswered points to defeat No. 4 Oak Hall 47-14 in the first round of the FHSAA Independent North B Bracket Thursday, Nov. 12. The victory marks the Bucks' first playoff win since their Final Four run in 2023 and gives first-year head coach Sean Maddox and his team another week to keep their season alive. "It's a good feeling," Maddox said. "The guys had a good week of practice and came out and executed. We're in a way better place now. The guys are still winding down a little bit. They're still wearing off all that excitement." Quarterback Hayden Gay accounted for four touchdowns. The senior threw three touchdown passes, connecting twice with receiver Rylee McNeil on scoring strikes of 25 and 35 yards. He also found receiver Jay Hentz for a 60-yard touchdown. Gay added a rushing touchdown of his own on a 5-yard run. Bozeman's running game turned in its best performance of the season, with Caleb Hentz finding the end zone on a 14-yard run, Blake Durham adding a 10-yard touchdown and Bryant Bragg capping the scoring with a 6-yard touchdown

Panama City, FL · 13h

Alachua Chronicle

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Alachua County Commission introduces new Assistant County Manager, asks for a track at Citizens Field, authorizes negotiations to purchase Old Terwilliger property

At the November 10 meeting, the Alachua County Commission introduced a new Assistant County Manager, approved a letter asking the School Board for a track at Citizens Field, and authorized the County Manager to begin negotiations to purchase the Old Terwilliger property from the School Board. The post Alachua County Commission introduces new Assistant County Manager, asks for a track at Citizens Field, authorizes negotiations to purchase Old Terwilliger property appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

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Alachua Chronicle

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High Springs City Commission selects Seth Lawless for interim City Manager negotiations

The High Springs City Commission voted 4-0 on November 9 to open contract negotiations with Seth Lawless for interim City Manager after interviewing three candidates during a special meeting at City Hall. The post High Springs City Commission selects Seth Lawless for interim City Manager negotiations appeared first on Alachua Chronicle .

High Springs, FL · 18h

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Gainesville families question plan to combine Lincoln Middle, Williams Elementary students

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - A plan to combine Lincoln Middle and Williams Elementary students is sparking concerns about the future of both schools. At a community meeting Tuesday, community members, teachers and parents questioned the impact on younger students and how the district will preserve each school’s history. Some families said they still want two separate schools, not one combined campus.

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