Gator Tales with Sean Kelley

Episode 10 of Gator Tales with Sean Kelley takes us into November with a preview of Gators women's basketball from head coach Kelly Rae Finley. Sean also visits with long time radio engineer, Steve Egan. How did Egan become a Gator and what are some of his favorite memories working the Gators broadcast booth? Finally, how much do you know about Gators starting Tight End Hayden Hansen? You'll know a lot more as Sean sits down for a conversation with the redshirt freshman from Texas. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

This week's edition of Gator Tales with Sean Kelley features three headliners. Sean visits with Gators quarterback Graham Mertz and the discussion ranges from Kansas City BBQ to his wearing the number 15 jersey at Florida. Then it's a visit with ESPN and SEC Network personality Marty Smith. Smith's dynamic range of work covering everything from The Master's to College football and basketball is only matched by his generous spirit. Finally, basketball season is right around the corner. Sean previews the new season with second year coach, Todd Golden. Kenna McGinnis is back, too, for another edition of Kenna on Campus. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales with the Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley returns this week as the weekly podcast will share the people, places and things "The Voice of The Gators" gets to experience. In this week's episode of Gator Tales, Sean visits with student athletes representing three different sports at UF. It is our first conversation of any kind with Gators freshman wide receiver, Eugene Wilson III. Wilson has burst on to the scene early on this season and is already a favorite among Florida fans. Sean also takes some time to speak with redshirt junior Ashley Klingenberg. Klingenberg is a distance runner on the women's track and field squad and the visit centers around her recent trip to New Orleans for the Women Leaders in Sports Conference. And we have a winner! Maisie Filler won her first individual title at the Tar Heel Invitational and was named SEC Golfer of the Week. The senior golfer shares her winning experience, her time at Augusta National and taste of LPGA Tour. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales with the Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley returns this week as the weekly podcast will share the people, places and things "The Voice of The Gators" gets to experience. Homecoming, Hall of Fame Weekend and a Gators football win serve as the backdrop for three great conversations in this week’s episode. Sean Kelley first visits with The Swamp King, Brandon Spikes, about his legendary playing career, his new role as a student assistant coach and his transition into the business world. Sean then visits with new UF Athletics Hall of Famer, Lauren Embree, and she shares her dream weekend featuring her Hall of Fame induction and her role as “Ms. Two-Bits” prior to the homecoming football game. Finally, Gators defensive back, Jayden Hill, opens up about his journey back from injury, a new position on the field, his role as veteran player and Halloween, too. Fans can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud as well as on FloridaGators.com. For more information, visit the Gator Tales page. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

This week’s episode of Gator Tales with Sean Kelley celebrates Gator greatness past and present. Sean begins the episode with Florida men’s and women’s swimming head coach, Anthony Nesty, as he has been named the Head Coach of Team USA men’s swimming for the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Nesty joins Sean to talk about another honorable assignment in what has been a fascinating life in and out of the water. The 2023 class of the Florida Athletics Hall of Fame will be inducted this October. Gators broadcaster and alum, Jeff Cardozo, is the Master of Ceremonies for the upcoming Hall of Fame on the Goal Line induction ceremony and visits with Sean about the event and this year’s class. Finally, as football prepares to host Vanderbilt for Homecoming weekend, Sean sits down with Florida redshirt junior defensive back Jalen Kimber to talk about his first season as a starter, and his winding journey from Chicagoland to Gator Country. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales with the Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley returns this week as the weekly podcast will share the people, places and things "The Voice of The Gators" gets to experience. Sean Kelley spans the globe in this week’s episode of Gator Tales with Sean Kelley. Florida football’s Jeremy Crawshaw, a junior punter, has traveled halfway around the world to be a Gator and this season he was named to the Ray Guy Award watch list. The New South Wales, Australia has a special visitor from back home this week as Crawshaw’s mother, Allie, is in his new town for the first time since his official visit prior to enrollment. The conversation is about his journey, and hers. Also, traveling this week is Gators Basketball Associate Head Coach Carlin Hartman. Hartman talks about his trip to New Orleans for his induction into the Tulane University Athletics Hall of Fame and about the beginning fall training camp for Gators. To conclude the episode, Floridagators.com Senior Writer Chris Harry stops by to talk about his preseason primer introducing a very new Gators Men’s Basketball roster. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. twitter.com/GatorsPodcast facebook.com/GatorsPodcast twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

This week's episode features three conversations involving Florida Gators football and College Football nationally. Devin Moore discusses his sophomore year with the Gators. The Cornerback talks about getting his first interception during a recent rivalry win, and talks about he and his family’s dedication to service. Trey Burton was back on campus as the most recent honorary “Mr. Two Bits.” It was an emotional homecoming for the Gator and Super Bowl legend. ESPN Radio’s Ian Fitzsimmons shares his thoughts on the big stories in college football and his recent game broadcast in Gainesville. Be sure to follow us on social and send us your questions and comments. We might even include your responses on a future episode. https://twitter.com/GatorsPodcast https://facebook.com/GatorsPodcast https://twitter.com/SeanKelleyLive

Gator Tales with the Voice of the Gators Sean Kelley returns this week as the weekly podcast will share the people, places and things "The Voice of The Gators" gets to experience. This week, Sean visits with Gators offensive tackle Austin Barber. Barber, a redshirt sophomore, talks about everything from food to his size 16 shoes, and even shares untold stories from the bottom of the pile. Daviana Vaka is one of the new faces helping Florida soccer get off to an impressive start this season. Vaka, a graduate transfer from BYU, talks about her journey and what it’s like to play without her twin sister for the first time. Finally, Sean also goes inside the football equipment room to visit with Director of Football Equipment Jeff McGrew and his staff. You won’t believe what it takes to get the Gators ready to compete every day.

Sean Kelley spotlights third generation Gator Kahliel Jackson. Jackson has earned a starting spot at Wide Receiver and follows in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather. The ramp up to the home opener is underway. Sean seeks out Director of Sports Turf Jason Smith to find out how Steve Spurrier-Florida Field gets dressed up for the game. Finally, Josh Thompson, Director of Football Operations, joins the podcast to talk about the massive challenge of getting Gators Football on the road with a hurricane tracking towards Gainesville in week one of the season.

Welcome to Gator Tales with Sean Kelley! This is episode 1 of our re-boot of this podcast. Each week, I’ll look to share the people, places, and things I get to experience as “The Voice of The Gators.” In this episode, I’ll be visiting with Gators Legend Steve Spurrier, Gators wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, and Florida Volleyball Head Coach Mary Wise. There’s also a moment with a brand new Gator freshman, and a meeting with Gator Nation during the first Gator Talk show of the new season. Enjoy... and Go Gators!

On the season finale, host Adam Schick is joined by athletic director Scott Stricklin for a wide-ranging Gator Roundtable discussing the progress being made by both football and men’s basketball going into year two of their new regimes, the future configuration of SEC football scheduling, the status of The Swamp renovation plans, the outlook for Florida/Georgia in Jacksonville, how the Gators have adjusted their NIL approach, the growing impact of the transfer portal, memorable postseason runs from baseball, men’s track and field and men’s golf, finding a new leader for men’s tennis and more. Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

After three heart-stopping, white-knuckle finishes in Omaha, the Gators are headed to the Championship Series for the fourth time in school history, seeking their second national title. On today’s show, host Adam Schick connects with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley from Omaha for a roundtable chat about Kevin O’Sullivan’s cardiac kids, what lies ahead in the finals, potential match-ups with Wake Forrest and LSU, a momentum-swinging week on the recruiting trail for Billy Napier and the home/away team NCAA tournament quirk in the PAT (1:43). Then, we’ll catch up with a “Gator Great” from the other diamond, UF Hall of Fame softball star turned human rights activist Stacey Nelson (22:55). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Despite getting swept by South Carolina earlier in the season, the Gators were not going to be denied at Condron Ballpark last weekend, gliding by the Gamecocks to earn their first trip to Omaha since 2018. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss baseball’s return to the promised land, a pitching performance for the ages from Hurston Waldrep, another national championship for the men’s track and field program, a wave of new transfers coming into men’s basketball and franchises with the most agonizing title droughts in the PAT (1:54). Then, the star of the Super Regional stops by, as Hurston Waldrep takes us inside his winding path to Gainesville and the dominant outing that punched Florida’s ticket to the College World Series (29:33). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The path to Omaha is littered with roadkill, as the unforgiving nature of the NCAA Tournament sees top seeds bounced with regularity. The Gators were pushed to the brink in their regional at Condron Ballpark, but thanks to some timely homers and clutch pitching, they lived to fight another weekend and will now welcome a familiar foe in Super Regionals. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writer Chris Harry to discuss baseball’s narrow escape, matching up against South Carolina with a College World Series bid on the line, a hero’s return for the men; s golf national champions, the surprising resignation of men’s tennis coach Bryan Shelton and all-time sports shockers in the PAT (2:00). Then, one of the stars of golf’s magical run stops by, as senior Ricky Castillo details the team’s remarkable journey to a title and the conclusion of his own time in Gainesville (34:16) Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

One of the more impressive active streaks in college athletics is owned by the Gators, as the program has claimed a national championship in every full season since 2008 - a run that added another chapter on Wednesday with men’s golf celebrating its 5th crown in team history. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the triumphant week for men’s golf, baseball’s bracket for this weekend’s NCAA regional and unlikely heroes in the PAT (1:37). Then, breakout baseball star Josh Rivera joins the show to detail his meteoric rise and the keys to making a run to Omaha (22:47). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

For the first time since 2018, the Gators claimed the conference crown in baseball, setting off a celebration that most notably included a dancing Kevin O’Sullivan. Now in Hoover, they are showing no signs of slowing down, with BT Riopelle launching a dramatic walk-off homer to open their run at the SEC Tournament. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable discussing the SEC title coming back to Gainesville, a tough end for softball in Palo Alto, an offensive lineman joining Billy Napier’s squad from the portal, a remarkable recovery for men’s golf on their quest for a national title and clutch athletes in the PAT (2:00). Then, Florida’s new Director of NIL Strategy Ben Chase joins the show to discuss the rapidly changing world of NIL and the role he is playing to ensure the Gators are at the forefront (30:00). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

With the eyes of the college baseball world trained squarely on Gainesville and the top 10 showdown, the Gators delivered a knockout blow to Vanderbilt last weekend, sweeping the Commodores with relative ease and reminding everyone why they are a force to be reckoned with. On today’s show, host Adam Schick gathers FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable discussing baseball’s dominant performance, the work left to do for their NCAA resume, softball’s unusual road to Oklahoma City, a heartbreaking finish for lacrosse, the end of the line for tennis and athletes that didn’t pan out as broadcasters in the PAT (1:55). Then, softball’s SEC Player of the Year Skylar Wallace stops by to discuss her record-breaking season, the fever dream that convinced her to transfer to Florida and much more (27:22). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The postseason has arrived for a host of spring sports, with softball, lacrosse, tennis and golf among those feeling the sense of urgency that comes when the number of games or matches ahead of you is no longer certain. On today’s show, host Adam Schick leads a rapid-fire roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley covering baseball’s looming battle with Vanderbilt, lacrosse beginning their NCAA journey, tennis returning to the Round of 16, golf’s long layoff about to end and the increasing impact of legalized gambling on college sports (1:52). Then, golfer Fred Biondi joins the show to share his journey from Sao Paulo to Gainesville, how he gravitated to a game that runs counter to his culture and what it means to return Gator Golf to prominence (23:05). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Given that his draft stock shot off like a rocket after his performance at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, it’s only fitting that Anthony Richardson will enter the league playing in that very same stadium for the Colts. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes a full roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the fit for AR in Indy, where other Gators shook out in the draft, baseball returning to its winning ways, softball needing to close the regular season strong and great individual rivalries in the PAT (1:49). Then, swimmer and Olympian Josh Liendo joins the show to talk about his record-setting freshman season, competing for Team Canada in Tokyo and getting ready for Paris 2024 (27:56). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The time for mock drafts and punditry has finally come to an end, as the NFL Draft gets underway in Kansas City on Thursday and we will finally have the answer to the burning question: where is Anthony Richardson headed next and will he make Gator history in the process? On today’s show, host Adam Schick convenes the roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss where AR could and should land, the other Gators whose names are likely to be called, football departures to the exit portal, baseball and softball feeling the blues, a long-anticipated SEC championship for men’s golf and possible solutions to prevent fans from storming the field in the PAT (1:59). Then, men’s golf coach JC Deacon joins us to discuss his path to Gainesville, his favorite golf movies, and of course, his team’s remarkable breakthrough last weekend (34:27). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Swamp came alive for the Orange and Blue Game last Thursday, and while these exhibitions can sometimes provide clarity about what to expect going into the fall, most of what took place in the 10-7 affair led to more questions than answers. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable covering what we saw and didn’t see in the scrimmage, gymnastics falling just short of a national title, Trinity Thomas’s place in history, another big addition for men’s basketball in the portal, softball’s Skylar Wallace on a tear, a questionable suspension for baseball and the athletes who historically bent the rules in the PAT (1:51). Then, we’ll get to know softball “super senior” Charla Echols as she winds down her tremendous career on the diamond (33:59). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Spring football comes to a close this week with the Orange and Blue game going under the lights on Thursday, and while that is strictly an exhibition, the stakes couldn’t be higher for gymnastics as they pursue a national title in Fort Worth. On today’s show, host Adam Schick convenes a roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss expectations for the spring game, key players to watch, an influx of new basketball talent pouring in through the portal, Trinity Thomas and gymnastics trying to reach the top of the podium in Texas, baseball chugging along through the SEC, a new NIL partner for the athletic program and most desired cruise destinations in the PAT (1:54). Then, sophomore safety Miguel Mitchell talks growing up in Alabama, transitioning to safety and rising up the depth chart this spring (34:17). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

To celebrate our 350th episode, we wanted to do something special to commemorate the milestone, and we didn’t have to go very far to find a dynamo worthy of the spotlight. Well beyond just gymnastics, few athletes in any sport have had the success enjoyed by Trinity Thomas. Equal parts electric performer and physical specimen, she has carved her name deep into Gator lore, with a legacy that will live on long after she leaves Gainesville and enters her next phase, so it felt like the perfect time to take a deep dive into her story. In an extended conversation with host Adam Schick, Thomas shares what drew her to the sport, how she became an elite gymnast, the thrill of international competition, why she wanted to be a Gator, the biggest challenges in her career, the accomplishments that mean the most to her, what she likes to do away from gymnastics and much more. Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It was a busy week across the board for the Gators, and with spring cleaning in season, baseball set the tone by bringing brooms to Oxford and sweeping the defending national champions. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the bats going bombs away at Ole Miss, softball’s mixed results in Fayetteville, a strong WNIT run coming to an end for women’s basketball, standout performances from the NCAA swimming and diving championships and our favorite fictional sports characters from Hollywood in the PAT (1:52). Then, rising Junior running back Montrell Johnson Jr. shares his path to Gainesville, what he learned in his first year as a Gator and why the food in Florida just doesn’t hold up to the high standards of the Louisiana native (22:35). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

In case the official arrival of Spring isn’t enough to convince you the season is here, the return of “Rainesville” should do the trick, with baseball and softball both changing schedules on the fly to accommodate torrential downpours. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss baseball and softball opening conference play, a familiar face joining the football coaching staff, the state of men’s basketball entering the offseason, women’s basketball rolling in the WNIT, gymnastics claiming another SEC crown and the fairness of March Madness in the PAT (1:57). Then, baseball’s breakout star Jac Caglianone stops by to share the keys to his meteoric rise, overcoming the adversity of Tommy John surgery and the big league parks where he would relish the chance to take batting practice (30:08). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Basketball came to an end this week, but the cyclical nature of the college athletic calendar ensures there are few lulls, especially when you have multiple top 10 teams rolling around campus. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss a notable change to the football schedule, the latest rumblings out of spring camp, baseball once again getting out the brooms and whether North Carolina skipping the NIT is a swish or an air ball in the PAT (1:51). Then, six-time national champion and new NCAA long and triple jump record-holder Jasmine Moore stops by to discuss her incredible performance at the indoor meet, what turned her from a Bulldog into a Gator and what the path to 2024 in Paris looks like for the Olympian (21:10). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While basketball generally dominates the conversation in March, the performance of Anthony Richardson at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis was the talk of the sports world last week, driving some GMs and scouts to a different level of madness. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable chat about AR’s record-smashing measurables, the start of spring practice back in Gainesville, a new tight ends coach ascending from within the organization, baseball’s raucous weekend against Miami, basketball’s pledge to go out strong in Nashville and the wisdom of potential college football rule changes in the PAT (1:58). Then, recently crowned SEC Defensive Player of the Year Colin Castleton reflects on his time in Gainesville, how he has grown over the course of his career and what lies ahead (35:43). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The coaching carousel is always a source of intrigue in December and January, but as the Gators learned this week, the NFL’s version can bleed into college football long after we think the ride is over. On today’s show, host Adam Schick convenes FlroidaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable chat about the unexpected changes to Billy Napier’s staff, another SEC crown for gymnastics, big numbers for baseball, men’s basketball staying alive for an NIT bid and concerts we would time travel to see in the PAT (1:47). Then, lacrosse goalkeeper Sarah Reznick shares the psychology behind playing her isolated position, how she has managed to bring Long Island to Gainesville and much more (28:33). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

We can officially say spring is in full swing with baseball and softball both underway, and given the crooked numbers they’ve posted in the early going, their swings have literally been quite full! On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable chat discussing the early mashings handed out on the diamond, swimming and diving’s SEC double dip, an emotional senior night on the horizon for gymnastics and Trinity Thomas, and TV shows that captivate in the PAT (1:45). Then, we’ll take a deep dive into the world of advanced data and how it’s driving the men’s basketball program with the director of basketball strategy and analytics, Jonathan Safir (21:07). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Following a rough stretch after their landmark upset of Tennessee, men’s basketball bounced back on Wednesday against Ole Miss, but in a game that saw Colin Castleton suffer a season-ending injury, at what cost did the victory come? On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the bad break for Todd Golden’s star big man, an explosive start for softball, baseball getting ready to take the field, the quartet of Gators who need to get sized for Super Bowl rings, who has the most to prove at the NFL combine, and whether the time/score of a game should influence what calls officials make it the PAT (1:55) Then, Florida baseball broadcaster Jeff Cardozo covers all the bases in a preseason chat with head coach Kevin O’Sullivan (36:14). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Spring isn’t quite in full bloom, but on the Gator calendar, it certainly feels that way with the start of softball and lacrosse this week – and baseball patiently waiting on deck. On today’s show, host Adam Schick covers a wide range of topics with FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter, including football embarking on its offseason program, next-level technology being utilized by the creative team, gymnastics hosting Link to Pink, baseball loosening up in the bullpen and all things Super Bowl 57 in the PAT (1:45). Then, softball coach Tim Walton joins the show to discuss the program’s critical return to the WCWS, the continued growth of the sport and expectations for this year’s squad (24:35). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Desperate teams can often be the most dangerous, and for a squad clinging to the bubble as the calendar flipped to February, the Gators grabbed a monster win against 2nd ranked Tennessee on Wednesday, the first signature win of the Todd Golden era. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss basketball’s massive upset, the emotional reunion with Keyontae Johnson, the last piece of Billy Napier’s signing class, the on-field retirements of two Florida baseball greats, and athletes who successfully went out on top in the PAT (1:52). Then, basketball’s Will Richard joins the show to share the impact playing against Keyontae had on him and his teammates, how he developed his sweet stroke and what prepared him to jump from a mid-major to the SEC (29:06). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

In case you weren’t paying close attention, Todd Golden’s team has gotten into a rhythm at the midway point of conference play, taking five of the last six contests going into a Big 12/SEC Challenge match-up that will have the eyes of the college basketball world fixated on Manhattan. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley for a roundtable chat about the streaking men’s basketball squad, the unlikely opportunity to play against Keyontae Johnson, the latest football players dropping in from the portal, Ben Shelton’s star-making turn at the Australian Open and fairy tale endings that came up a little short in the PAT (1:55). Then, we’ll meet men’s basketball assistant coach Korey McCray and discover his path to Gainesville, the experiences that shaped him along the way and how this life was his destiny from the cradle (32:57). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

If there’s one universal truth about the current state of college athletics, it’s that the landscape has shifted so drastically in the world of NIL and the transfer portal that it’s a brave new world for everyone, and those claiming to have all the answers aren’t fooling anyone. On today’s show, we’ll welcome FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter for a roundtable chat about the Jaden Rashada saga, the near future for the Gators at QB, a mammoth new offensive lineman joining the program, former Gator Ran Carthon’s ascension to NFL GM, a record-setting night for gymnastics and the success of the supersized NFL playoffs in the PAT (1:50). Then, sophomore Kowacie Reeves stops by to talk about his growth on the court in year two, adjusting to Todd Golden’s coaching staff, and of course, his signature hair (21:01). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

After a slow start to the new year, it was a week of firsts for Todd Golden, with his first SEC win over Georgia immediately followed by his first conference road victory. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss a banner week for men’s basketball, the latest football players to come through the portal, an Olympic-sized meet for gymnastics, and whether or not Georgia has taken the college football mantle from Alabama in the PAT (1:42). Then, women’s basketball guard Alberte Rimdal shares how she ended up in Gainesville all the way from Denmark and the culture shock that followed (25:00). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

A new year means new opportunities, which can manifest in a number of ways. For the Gators, it’s football continuing to add fresh meat through the transfer portal, basketball looking to kick start their season at the halfway turn and gymnastics embarking on what they hope is a national title run. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the steady stream of new football players arriving this week, a tough opening to conference play for men’s basketball and the return of Mike White, women’s hoops getting a key win on the road, gymnastics’ highly anticipated debut and scary scenes in sports in the PAT (1:58). Then, gymnastics head coach Jenny Rowland stops by to detail the fuel last season’s runner-up status has given this year’s squad, handling sky-high expectations and how they plan to peak at the right time to win it all (36:10). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Although the athletic season has many more months and sports to go, when the calendar turns to a new year, we always like to take some time with athletic director Scott Stricklin to assess the state of the program roughly hallway through the campaign. On today’s special edition, host Adam Schick takes a deep dive into some of the most pressing issues facing both the Gators and college athletics as a whole, specifically the progress he is seeing after one with Billy Napier, the realignment and expansion of the SEC, the changes to the College Football Playoff, the evolution of NIL money and the transfer portal and much more. Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While fax machines have been phased out, the drama of National Signing Day remains, as the constant threat of players flipping looms large on a day when the stakes are so high. But what goes on behind the scenes in the “war rooms” on signing day? We can’t speak to what every other program does, but on today’s show, host Adam Schick peels back the curtain on the Gators process by chatting with Katie Turner, the Assistant AD of Recruiting Strategy (1:28). Then, FloridaGators.com senior writer Chris Harry joins the roundtable to discuss the state of men’s basketball on the eve of SEC play and iconic plays we’ve witnessed live in the PAT (18:40). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

What happens there may need to stay there, but the Gators are at least hoping there is a carve out in the rules allowing them to bring home the trophy from the Las Vegas Bowl. On today’s show, host Adam Schick takes a deep dive into the Florida/Oregon State matchup with “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley, breaking down what it means to the program’s immediate future, how different the team will look relative to the regular season, the debut of QB Jack Miller, young players emerging from the depth chart to keep an eye on, the strengths of the Beavers and remembering Mike Leach in the PAT (1:49). Then, tight end Jonathan Odom joins the show to talk about carrying on his family’s legacy at UF, the close-knit brotherhood formed by the 2022 squad and what he is most looking forward to in Vegas (18:35). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

We knew change was coming on the tail end of Billy Napier’s first season, and whether by draft, portal or dismissal, this past week made it clear that the team we see in the Las Vegas Bowl – and the one that takes the field in 2023 – will look markedly different. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter to discuss Anthony Richardson’s move to the NFL, other notable departures announced this week, an early read on the Las Vegas Bowl and what it means at this juncture for the program, volleyball hitting the road to keep its NCAA title dreams alive and the growing impact of the transfer portal on college football in the PAT (1:46). Then, “Gator Great” Patric Young shares the harrowing story of how he became paralyzed after a devastating car accident and the ways he has used the most significant challenge of his life as a way to dig deep and inspire others (25:51). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While hopes were high that football could end the campaign with some flair in Tallahassee, the Seminoles made a few more plays to break Florida’s three-game winning streak in the series and leave the Gators at 6-6 for the regular season. Meanwhile, on the other side of the country, men’s basketball shouldered some tough growing pains in the Phil Knight Legacy tournament. On today’s show, host Adam Schick leads a roundtable chat with “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry, discussing the season-long themes on display in the FSU game, the context around a .500 record in Billy Napier’s first year, a looming decision for Anthony Richardson, the challenges faced by Todd Golden’s team in Portland and second chances in sports in the PAT (2:04). Then, volleyball outside hitter and Alabama native Merritt Beason stops by to share the joy from winning the SEC title, which side of the Iron Bowl she grew up on and expectations for the start of NCAA Tournament (32:20). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Florida’s trip to Music City hit a sour note last weekend, as Vanderbilt shocked the Gators with their first loss in Nashville in 34 years. Meanwhile, men’s basketball rode a monster second half in a comeback win at Florida State, with Gator Nation hoping football can follow suit in Tallahassee. On this week’s show, we’ll fire up a Thanksgiving feast of a roundtable with “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the debacle against the ‘Dores, expectations for the looming battle against the Seminoles, basketball’s first win at Florida State in a decade and the best winning traditions in sports in the PAT (1:54). Then, redshirt-freshman wide receiver and recent standout Daejon Reynolds joins us to chat about what brought him to Gainesville, emerging from a crop of young receiving talent and his recently acquired passion for traveling (31:58). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While the season may be winding down, Billy Napier’s squad seems to finally be hitting its stride, with a throttling of South Carolina on Senior Day the latest sign the foundation poured by the new staff is beginning to harden. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the rattling performance against the Gamecocks, the continued connectedness from the defense, how turnover margin has morphed into a strength, getting up for an early kick at Vanderbilt, basketball’s first defeat under Todd Golden and how to spend to $2 billion Powerball jackpot in the PAT (1:54). Then, quarterback Anthony Richardson stops by for a chat about how he manages the rigors that come with college stardom, his homegrown gymnastics skills and his budding music career (36:35). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

After going nearly two years without a road win in the SEC, Florida got off the deck with an emphatic 41-24 win at Texas A&M last weekend, supercharging the final stretch of the season with some much-needed momentum. Elsewhere in Gator Nation, both basketball squads fired up their campaigns with wins in the O’Dome. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable chat about the victory in College Station, the best third quarter of the season, defensive adjustments that came just in the nick of time, expectations for the final home game against South Carolina, a rollicking start for year one of the Todd Golden era, a smooth debut for women’s hoops and the best chain restaurants in the PAT (2:00). Then, we’ll take a peek behind the curtain of the football program through the eyes of one of its unsung heroes, walk-on and scout team quarterback Kyle Engel (29:46). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Florida no doubt showed some grit in Jacksonville, but it wasn’t enough against the top team in the nation, as Georgia withstood a furious charge in the third quarter and dropped the Gators to 4-4 with just four games left to play. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable chat to discuss takeaways from Florida/Georgia, the surprising dismissal of Brenton Cox, Jr. and what it says about the importance Billy Napier places on the culture he is establishing, expectations for this week’s game against a reeling Texas A&M, the start of basketball season on Monday and ugly scenes surrounding games in the PAT (1:53). Then, sophomore receiver Xzavier Henderson talks about his explosive touchdown in Jacksonville, learning from his brother C.J. and how he’s seen the program change in the last year (29:41). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Few rivalries are as unique as Florida/Georgia, one of just a handful of neutral site games played around the country, and with the undefeated Bulldogs ranked atop the polls heading to Jacksonville, it will no doubt take a special effort from Florida to topple the current king. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable chat discussing the challenges presented by UGA, adjustments made during the bye week, Anthony Richardson’s pivotal role in keying a potential upset, revelations from basketball’s closed scrimmage and athletes who could have a future in coaching in the PAT (1:54). Then, Georgia native and former Bulldog Brenton Cox, Jr. joins the show to share the differences between Gainesville and Athens, what it’s like to play on both sides of this legendary game and much more (35:00). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As the Gators hit their bye week, Billy Napier and his staff have their first opportunity since the season started to sit back and evaluate not just game tape from last week and film on the next opponent, but take more of a bird’s eye view of the first seven games and try to find some solutions for the 4-3 squad. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to delve into the defensive woes that led to a high-scoring loss to LSU, the expectations for potential changes after the bye, the latest developments from the basketball complex going into their first scrimmage and the pros and cons of the new MLB playoff format in the PAT (1:55). Then, “Gator Great” Taurean Green joins the show to talk about finishing his journey on the court and the new role on Todd Golden’s staff that brought him back to Gainesville (24:08). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Gators got up early and put together a workmanlike win over Missouri on Homecoming, and as they head to the back half of the season, a night game in The Swamp against a different breed of tiger looms large. On today’s show, host Adam Schick fires up the roundtable with “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss how the job was done against Mizzou, progress on penalties, the strength of the running game, the challenges posed by LSU, the return of Mick Hubert as Mr. Two Bits, the first-ever Tom Petty night and the hotly debated state of roughing the passer calls in the NFL (1:53). Then, defensive lineman Princely joins the show to discuss his Nigerian roots, what led him from Texas to Florida and the fresh state of mind instilled by Coach Napier (34:28). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Sundays are usually a great time to relax in a quiet and empty Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, but this past weekend, The Swamp came alive and the Gators hung half a hundred on Eastern Washington. But with six straight SEC games looming, the time for tuning up is over. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the strong showing against the Eagles, a roll-call look at the entirety of Florida’s roster, another solid outing for Anthony Richardson, the mysterious Missouri Tigers, an incredible UF Hall of Fame class preparing for induction and underappreciated records in the PAT (1:55). Then, to commemorate the first ever “GatorMade Week,” we’ll be joined by Savannah Bailey, as the director of the innovative initiative talks about its mission and growing impact on the football program (32:26). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

With College Gameday drawing eyeballs from across the nation, the Gators battled the Vols last weekend in Knoxville, and while their comeback bid came up an unanswered Hail Mary short, they showed tremendous fight and likely learned a lot about themselves in the process. On today’s show, host Adam Schick fires up the roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry and “The Voice of the Gators” Sean Kelley to discuss the resurgence of Anthony Richardson, clear challenges on defense, the impact of Hurricane Ian on this weekend’s game against Eastern Washington, the official start of basketball practice and sporting events destined for the chopping block In the PAT (1:54). Then, offensive lineman Austin Barber joins the show to talk about being unexpectedly thrust into a starting position, fulfilling his lifelong dream to be a Gator and much more (29:30). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.