Gator Tales with Sean Kelley

When it starts heating up around this time of year, you can count on two things: postseason play ramping up across the board and graduation. On this week's show, those are both hot topics, as we'll begin with a Gator roundtable covering big scheduling news for football (1:39), notable student-athletes who donned their cap and gown last week (6:47), softball looking for a late surge (10:40), a critical stretch for baseball (14:02), men's tennis out for revenge in the Sweet 16 (18:19), lacrosse hoping to make some noise in the NCAA Tournament (21:57) and the future of spring pro football in the PAT (23:19) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, tennis star McClain Kessler talks about his role in the rise of the men's program and their opportunity to get even this weekend in the NCAA Tournament (30:00). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Dreams were made and broken last week in Nashville, as the NFL Draft drew record crowds and provided shockers throughout the 3-day extravaganza. For the Gators, all of the record 5 players that declared early heard their name called, while none of the seniors had the same good fortune. On today’s show, host Adam Schick recaps the draft (1:33), previews a significant senior weekend for softball (11:15), discusses a scary incident for baseball (12:51), looks at men’s tennis as they begin their NCAA journey (15:42), sheds light on Al Horford’s dominance in the NBA playoffs (17:35) and debates the greatest game shows in the PAT (19:00) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, lacrosse star Sydney Pirreca reflects on a record-smashing career and the legacy her Yankee family has left in Gainesville (23:50). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Nashville is well known as the home of country music, and this week it also serves as the epicenter of the football universe. The NFL Draft is in Music City for the first time ever, and a number of Gators are waiting on pins and needles to see if the commissioner calls their name. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss expectations for the Gators in the draft (1:37), the latest transactional news for basketball (11:09), baseball's roller coaster weekend in the Baton Rouge (17:50), Pete Alonzo's explosive debut for the Mets (20:33) and their all-time most anticipated pop culture moments in the PAT (25:03). Then, hot off the heels of her national title on floor, gymnast Alicia Boren sits down with GatorVision's Shelby Granath to reflect on her incredible career and what she plans to do next (32:19). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

If the purpose of a spring game is to have a blast and get fans salivating for the fall, it’s safe to say “mission accomplished” for Dan Mullen and his staff. The Gators set off some daytime fireworks last Saturday, scoring a total of 95 points in the exhibition and elevating expectations for next season. On today’s show, host Adam Schick recaps the game and what it means for the 2019 season (1:41), lays out the latest arrivals and potential departures for basketball (14:32), discusses a historic feat for softball (20:22), looks at how baseball found success through a shake up (22:02) and recalls epic concert experiences on the eve of Garth Brooks in The Swamp (24:40) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, one year after a shocking diagnosis ended his Gator career before it started, Adam checks in with Randy Russell to learn the latest turns in his story and how he is adjusting to life without football (28:51). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While The Swamp comes alive seven times during the fall, it only sees action once during the winter, spring and summer. That day has arrived, with Dan Mullen getting ready to lead the Gators into his second Orange & Blue Game on Saturday. On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to preview the scrimmage (1:40), discuss a shocking end for gymnastics (8:36), address the Jekyll and Hyde baseball squad (11:31), highlight the red hot men’s tennis team (14:40), check in on Cheese in the NBA (17:31), hear about women’s golf making history at Augusta National (21:48) and debate the greatest redemption stories in sports in the PAT (25:51).. Plus, defensive backs coach Torrian Gray stops by to explain the roundabout path he took to get back to Gainesville and what he expects from his banged-up unit going into the fall (30:28). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As the dust settles on basketball season, the focus of Gator Nation shifts toward the bevy of spring sports, including one mostly consumed in the fall. On today’s show, host Adam Schick talks to FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry about football’s first scrimmage (1:33), UF’s Pro Day (3:28), the latest developments for basketball (8:10), baseball’s return to form (14:59), a new hill to climb for gymnastics at NCAA Regionals (17:45) and the pros and cons of the one-and-done era in college basketball (20:20). Plus, freshman sensation Trinity Thomas chats with GatorVision’s Shelby Granath about her first year as a collegiate athlete, her time with USA Gymnastics and starting the path toward a national championship (27:10). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

If this season of Florida basketball was a roller coaster, Saturday saw the Gators hit the brake run on their 100th ride. Much like football, basketball’s year ended in a game against Michigan, albeit with a different result. On today’s show, host Adam Schick is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter to put a wrap on this season and look to the future (1:14), break down the latest news from spring football (17:36), find out how gymnastics fared at the SEC Championship (24:21), discuss some tough sledding on the diamond (25:49) and contemplate the worst coaching fits of all time in the PAT (28:00). Then, rising senior defensive lineman Jabari Zuniga stops by to chat about spring ball, the remarkably late start to his football career and his goals for next season (34:01). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

There’s nothing quite like March Madness, and the Gators are preparing to put their best foot forward in “The Big Dance” for the 3rd straight year. On today’s show, host Adam Schick previews the Gators in the NCAA Tournament (1:36), hears the latest news from spring football (13:21), discusses the announcement of Auburn as Florida’s 2019 Homecoming opponent (19:42) and mulls the most underrated athletes in sports (22:18) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Then, Adam catches up with one of the most beloved Florida basketball stars of all-time, back-to-back national champion Lee Humphrey (27:31). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Dan Mullen made regaining the “Gator Standard” a key part of his mandate when he came back to Gainesville, and this week we saw a number of other teams answer that call in their own ways. For baseball, it was a wild 20-7 thrashing of Florida State. And for track & field, it was yet another national championship. Now the buck passes to basketball, with all eyes on the Gators in the SEC Tournament as they fight to keep their postseason hopes afloat. On today’s show, host Adam Schick discusses basketball’s path to March Madness (1:50), the start of spring football (10:54), Trenton Brown’s record NFL deal (15:17), the NCAA indoor track & field title (17:39), baseball’s flex against the Seminoles (19:47) and the worst contracts in sports history (23:00) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Then, Adam chats with record-smashing track star Grant Holloway about his remarkable contributions to their latest team title and what he plans to do next (27:27). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As much as we all love March Madness, so far it’s been a maddening month for the wrong reasons for men’s basketball. After going on a 5-game winning streak that seemed to propel them safely into “The Big Dance,” consecutive home losses have now put that into some doubt. On today’s show, host Adam Schick discusses the latest trials and tribulations for basketball (1:44), how the Gators performed at the NFL Combine (12:05), baseball’s offensive explosion (17:29), a significant test for softball (20:14), gymnastics achieving another “first” (21:55) and a PAT about Bryce Harper and the biggest dollars in sports (23:27) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Then, Adam talks to senior Kevarrius Hayes about the culmination of his time in Gainesville, the personal growth he’s undergone and how Spidey ranks the Spider-Man movies (28:52). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #162: Gator Roundtable (MBK, FB, BB, T&F, Swim) and WBK’s Funda Nakkasoglu by Florida Gators

While spring sports have fully sprung in Gainesville, men’s basketball made a strong claim to hold on to the spotlight on Wednesday night, knocking off #13 LSU on the road to secure a badly needed signature win. On today’s show, host Adam Schick discusses that massive victory (1:26), the silver anniversary celebration for the 1994 Final Four squad (9:36), opening weekend for baseball (11:14), a historic win for gymnastics (18:04) and more with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Plus, Adam talks to senior Jalen Hudson about his evolving role this season and the most memorable moments from his Gator career (25:07). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Gator Tales #160: Coach Kevin O’Sullivan & Gator Roundtable by Florida Gators

While much of its impact has been lessened thanks to the introduction of the early signing period in December, February’s edition of National Signing Day saw the completion of the class that Dan Mullen and his staff have been putting together since they arrived on campus over a year ago. On today’s show, host Adam Schick discusses the final touches for football’s signing class (1:29), checks in on hoops (7:35) and explores the start of Steve Spurrier’s latest foray into coaching (15:31) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Then, Adam goes in-depth on softball’s new digs and gets a season preview from head coach Tim Walton (22:20). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While it may not quite have the same juice it's had in recent years, Florida and Kentucky will lock horns this weekend for the fist of two meetings this season. But Kentucky being Kentucky, it presents another significant opportunity for this Gator squad to show their teeth on the national stage. On today's show, host Adam Schick discusses the thrilling overtime triumph for Mike White's team (1:23), some football tidbits (10:25), more records for gymnastics (18:50) and Super Bowl storylines (20:46) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry & Scott Carter. Then, Adam chats with sophomore swingman Deaundrae Ballard about basketball, chess and the #BirdBoxChallenge (27:52). Please leave a review and subscribe if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

After a challenging stretch that saw them drop consecutive games in heartbreaking fashion, the men's basketball squad chomped back this week with resilient wins against Georgia and Texas A&M to get to .500 in conference play. On this week's show, host Adam Schick discusses the resurgence of KeVaughn Allen (1:26), the emergence of Noah Locke (4:05), football's ride on the coaching carousel (14:12), a historic performance for gymnastics(17:32) and the no-call heard 'round the world (19:44) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Then, Adam chats with men's basketball's new associate head coach Al Pinkins about his circuitous path to Gainesville and how he balances having a large family with the rigors of coaching (26:24). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Over the course of a grueling 18-game SEC schedule, ebbs and flows are going to happen. And while the goal is to grow from your wins, so far the men's basketball squad has been forced to learn painful lessons through losses. On this week's show, host Adam Schick welcomes in FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter to discuss the latest challenges for Mike White's team (1:15), an impactful transfer for football (9:35), a watershed moment for the women's basketball team (14:50) and Kyler Murray's dilemma in the PAT (18:57). Then, after a rollicking start to the 2019 season, Adam chats with gymnastics coach Jenny Rowland about her young, incredibly talented team that plans to compete for a national championship (26:15). Please subscribe and leave a review if you like what you hear, and for more information head to FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As the realization sets in across the country that college football is officially on hiatus, the time has come for basketball to take center stage. For the Gators, it's been an up-and-down start to conference play, or better yet, a down-and-up trajectory based on the early results. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter to break down the defensive prowess and offensive struggles of men's basketball (1:10), the historical significance of the 2018 football season (11:47), which football stars are staying and leaving (14:28), the start of gymnastics season (20:04) and whether the Alabama football dynasty has been toppled in the PAT (22:08). Then, Adam chats with guard Noah Locke about being born into basketball and how his freshman class has quickly established itself on the court and in the locker room (27:37). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Gators closed out 2018 in style, pummeling Michigan 41-15 in the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl. The fifth time proved to be the charm for the Gators in the all-time series against the Wolverines, and it was also the first time the Orange & Blue tasted victory in the game named for Georgia's most famous fruit. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps the incredible performance (1:14), assesses where the Gators are entering the offseason (9:52) and discusses a massive revenge win for men's basketball (17:58) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Then, Adam catches up with women's basketball head coach Cam Newbauer as his team prepares to open conference play (27:28). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Given that the Gators were 4-7 and hanging out at home with their families at this time a year ago, it's a testament to the job that Dan Mullen has done that they are in Atlanta getting ready to play in one of the six most prestigious bowls in college football. The Gators will cap off the turnaround season by making their first appearance in the New Year's Six, taking on familiar bowl foe Michigan in the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl on Saturday. On today's show, host Adam Schick chats with linebackers coach Christian Robinson about being the youngest member of the coaching staff and how his Atlanta roots make this game particularly special (1:12). Then, Adam talks about the key matchups in the Peach Bowl, the one-sided history between Florida and Michigan and the best holiday movies with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (23:44). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While we used to have to wait until February to see the top high school football players in the nation pick that critical hat up off the table, this week brought Year 2 of the early signing period. By the time the dust settled around the fax machine on Wednesday afternoon, Dan Mullen and his staff welcomed 20 new members to Gator Nation. On today's show, host Adam Schick learns more about the recruiting process and the highlights of this class from Director of Recruiting Operations Lee Begley (1:19). Then, Adam talks to junior linebacker David Reese about the strides made this season, his biggest influences and his Michigan roots (15:38). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

With finals putting a pause on the action and 2018 counting down its final days, host Adam Schick takes a macro view of the entire athletic program in a conversation with athletic director Scott Stricklin. Among other topics, Scott discusses the first year success of Dan Mullen (1:18), his visit to Starkville in September (7:18) his experience on the CFP selection committee (9:08), the status of a Florida/UCF football match-up (16:30), the latest updates on the new baseball stadium (22:12), the impending completion of softball's renovations (24:17) and his recent pop culture picks (27:08). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

There's nothing quite like playing in Madison Square Garden, and multiple Gators got their first exposure to “The World's Most Famous Arena” on Tuesday night in a win over West Virginia. It was a necessary shot in the arm for Mike White's team as they look to find their footing before a massive visit from Michigan State. On today's show, we'll recap the latest basketball news (1:15), discuss early storylines for the Peach Bowl (9:39), ponder what's next for Urban Meyer (15:01) and debate whether the CFP committee got it right (19:22) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Plus, Rachael Kramer talks volleyball's underdog run to the Sweet 16 and reveals the remarkable depths of her obsession with Disney World (24:00). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Thanksgiving proved to be quite a feast for the Gators, as they went to Tallahassee and earned their first win over the Seminoles since 2012 in dominant fashion. That put a resounding bow on a 9-3 regular season and has the Gators awaiting a likely trip to a New Year's Six bowl. But in college sports, one season ending usually means another is just beginning, which is the case for the Florida men's basketball squad. On today's show, host Adam Schick gets the lowdown on this year's team and their early returns from head coach Mike White (1:17). Then, Adam takes a macro look at the 2018 football season (14:43), including the plays of the year (23:50), the players expected to leave early and what it means for the future (32:00) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It was a breezy Senior Day for the Orange & Blue, with Chauncey Gardner-Johnson's six second pick-six setting the tone as Florida overwhelmed Idaho 63-10. Now everyone's attention is squarely on the final game of the regular season, with the Gators hoping they can be thankful for a streak-snapping victory in Tallahassee. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss Senior Day stars (1:10), the looming matchup with the Seminoles (7:50), basketball's trip to The Bahamas (15:44) and memorable Florida/Florida State games from the past (19:45) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, Tommy Townsend shares stories about finally living his dream and how his family unexpectedly became a punter factory (26:20). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Gators proved themselves to the naysayers while Feleipe Franks literally shushed his critics in a 17-point comeback over South Carolina last Saturday. The late stage revival made Florida just the 4th SEC team to have multiple comebacks of 17 points or more in the last 15 years. Now as they turn the page to Senior Day in The Swamp, the Gators are hoping for a strong performance out of the gates against Idaho. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the remarkable comeback (1:22), the shush heard 'round the world (5:13), the battle-tested senior class (14:02) and the degree to which former players should criticize their old teammates in the PAT (17:07). Plus, senior Fred Johnson reflects on the comeback kids, his career at Florida and his bizarre food rituals (25:25). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

If Rome wasn't built in a day, it's tough to expect a major college football program to reach its full potential in a similar timeframe. The Gators were reminded that there are bound to be bumps in the road during a transition year in a 38-17 loss to Missouri. On today's show, we'll discuss the fallout from Homecoming (1:14), the start of basketball season (13:46) and the dominance of Alabama in the PAT (17:34) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Then, we'll talk to defensive lineman Marlon Dunlap Jr. and find out what brought the former Tar Heel and North Carolina lifer to Gainesville (23:42). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Gators found a few more tricks than treats in Jacksonville, as critical turnovers led to Florida's first loss since September 8th. After the tough defeat to Georgia, the destination has likely changed but the goal of continued growth and improvement under Dan Mullen remain the same as the Gator Nation comes together for homecoming. On today's show, we'll recap Florida/Georgia (1:38), preview the meeting with Missouri (11:22), get first impressions on Gator basketball's exhibition debut (13:48) and discuss the best Tom Hanks films in our PAT (16:11) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, defensive tackle Kyree Campbell shares how the Gators stood strong on one of the most remarkable goal line stands in school history and why he resisted playing football until much later in life (22:26). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It's always one of the most unique rivalry games in college football, and this year it's a top-10 showdown for the first time in a decade. The stakes are sky high for Florida/Georgia, with this year's version serving as an eliminator of sorts for both the SEC East and the College Football Playoff. On today's show, we'll hand out midseason superlatives and dive into this week's matchups with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:10). Plus, senior Tyler Jordan goes in-depth on the growth of the offensive line and what it means for a Jacksonville native to play in the Florida/Georgia game (26:22). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Sometimes you win even when you don't follow the plan to win- and discover more about yourself in the process. The Gators fell behind early in Nashville but stayed the course to collect their biggest road comeback in school history, rallying from 18 down to claim a 37-27 victory. On today's show, we'll recap the Gators 5th straight win as they hit the bye (1:17) and get an update on basketball's preparation for tip-off (16:02) in our roundtable discussion with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, senior Ryan Farr shares how a Las Vegas native ended up following the less than glamorous route of becoming a long snapper and the stories behind the viral videos that have made the specialists the court jesters of the team (24:28). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As the saying goes, in The Swamp, only Gators get out alive. LSU learned that the hard way last weekend as Florida reestablished their home-field advantage with a 27-19 win in front of a raucous sell-out crowd. Now their challenge is to keep the momentum alive as they hit the road for the third time in the last four weeks. On today's show, we'll discuss the rebirth of The Swamp and look ahead to Vanderbilt with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:14). Plus, fresh off his role in Florida's latest game-changing trick play, TE Lucas Krull shares his unique journey from JUCO pitcher to major college football player (26:28). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While the cowbells were deafening at times throughout the night, the sound that most will remember from Florida's gritty win over Mississippi State is the thud generated when Donovan Stiner exploded through the line to sack Nick Fitzgerald on 4th down. On today's show, host Adam Schick discusses the keys to the upset and looks ahead to a massive game against LSU with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:15). Plus, Adam talks to sophomore Kadarius Toney about his versatile role on the squad and which teammate he would surprisingly fear in a foot race (24:14). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It was a rocky night for Tennessee last Saturday, as the Gators went to Knoxville and crushed the Vols 47-21. Now comes a huge test with lots of hype, as Dan Mullen takes his new team to Starkville to take on his old team. On today's show, host Adam Schick covers all things football (1:16) and touches on the news from basketball media day (13:05) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, defensive end Elijah Conliffe shares stories ranging from his viral signing day stunt to his love of Marvel comics (22:08). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The Gators bounced back big against Colorado State last week, proving that sometimes it pays to be “special” in a 48-10 victory. The often forgotten third phase of the game took center stage last Saturday, as Florida used two blocked kicks and an electric punt return to further ignite the Swamp on a day that the thermometer displayed a record 96 degrees at kickoff. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps that performance and looks toward the upcoming challenge on Rocky Top with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:11). Then, Adam chats with WR Van Jefferson about being the son of an NFL coach and his long road to becoming a Gator (27:50). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Dan Mullen himself said that “The Streak” was bound to end eventually, but few expected it to reach its conclusion this past weekend in The Swamp. Kentucky overwhelmed the Gators with a relentless rushing attack that kept the defense on the field and exposed many of the challenges that the new staff has in turning around the program. On today's show, host Adam Schick breaks down what went wrong against the Wildcats and how the Gators plan to bounce back with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:10). Then, Adam chats with redshirt-senior Moral Stephens about his first career touchdown and the keys to thriving under three different coaching staffs (26:23). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

There were plenty of fireworks in the highly-anticipated season opener for the Orange and Blue, as the Dan Mullen era got off to a rousing start in a 53-6 pummeling of Charleston Southern. The Gators are hoping that the energy and momentum generated in The Swamp keep rolling for another week, as Florida is preparing to put its astonishing 31-game winning streak on the line against Kentucky. On top of that, the 1993 SEC Championship squad will be honored on the 25th anniversary of their wild season that started a remarkable run of four straight conference crowns. On today's show, host Adam Schick reminisces about the record-breaking 1993 team and “Doering's Got A Touchdown” with Hall of Fame WR Chris Doering (1:18). Then, Adam breaks down the opener and the Kentucky matchup with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (17:00). Finally, RB Malik Davis shares why his family inspired him to play football and how he battled adversity to return to the field ahead of schedule after last year's knee injury (38:24). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Any new season brings a sense of great promise and possibility, especially when it's the beginning of a new regime. Dan Mullen will lead the Gators out of the tunnel for the first time as a head coach on Saturday night, hoping to create something fresh while also capturing the magic of yesteryear. On our season premiere, host Adam Schick assesses the 2018 squad from every angle with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:12). Then, redshirt-senior tight end R.J. Raymond shares how he used a staggering multi-generational connection to UF and relentless hard work to make his football dreams come true (24:44). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It's been a phenomenal athletic year filled with incredible moments on and off the field, from walk-offs and Hail Mary's to inspiring stories like those of Randy Russell and Lauren Evans that we have told on this very podcast. But with baseball's exit from Omaha, we officially closed the book on the 2017-2018 athletic year, and now it's time to reflect. As we found out last summer, the best way to do that is by sitting down with athletic director Scott Stricklin to review it all in our season finale. Now wrapping up his first complete season at the helm, host Adam Schick spoke to Scott about his experience in Omaha and the uniqueness of the CWS (1:47), the remarkable success of the overall program (5:35), major coaching developments from this year (7:04), the latest updates on the various facility projects (15:34), Dan Mullen's first 7 months on the job (19:27), the addition of Jay Jacobs to his executive staff (21:02), his favorite moments from this season (23:14), how he filters through his Twitter mentions (27:36), his views on the expansion of replay in college athletics (29:27) and his summer plans (32:09). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and come back in the fall for all new episodes! For more information and to catch up on past shows, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

As the field continues to get whittled down in Omaha, the Gators are fighting hard to stay among the living. On today's show, host Adam Schick covers the College World Series from all angles with FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter (1:06). Plus, you'll hear the amazing story of how soccer's Lauren Evans battled leukemia throughout her freshman season and came out victorious (20:07). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Just when it looked like the athletic season might be coming to a close, Austin Langworthy jolted it back to life with a walk-off homer that woke up most of Gainesville and sent the Gators back to Omaha for the fourth year in a row. On today's show, host Adam Schick talks about that epic blast and what awaits the Gators in Omaha with FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter (1:04). Plus, Adam chats with newly minted All-American golfer Andy Zhang about his long journey from Beijing to Gainesville (17:56) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

This past weekend saw one season end while another was taken to the brink, with softball bowing out of the WCWS at the same time that baseball was braving the weather and a couple of in-state foes hoping to take out the top seed. On today's show, we'll start by hearing the unlikely success story of baseball's overnight sensation Jonah Girand (1:12). Plus, host Adam Schick goes in-depth on super regionals (16:00), the MLB Draft (19:12), a tough finish for softball (21:31), a new contract for Tim Walton (27:28), a change in leadership for the swim programs (29:18) and the worst blown calls in sports (32:00) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com.

We watch sports for the chance to see something spectacular, and that's exactly what happened at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium on Saturday night with one swing of Jordan Matthews' bat. While that took softball out to Oklahoma City, baseball is finally back home as they open the NCAA Tournament. On today's show, baseball head coach Kevin O'Sullivan chats with Jeff Cardozo about the road ahead as regionals begin (1:11). Also, host Adam Schick covers softball's journey to the WCWS (14:38), baseball's plan to reset (27:55), Jalen Hudson's return (34:30) and where the Matthews bomb ranks among great plays in Gator lore (38:12) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Although #Rainesville made it difficult to complete, softball dominated a soggy Gainesville Regional and hosts a familiar foe in Super Regional action this weekend. On this week's show, host Adam Schick presides over a roundtable discussion with FloridaGators.com Senior Writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter covering the all-SEC Super Regional (1:33), baseball's sudden adversity (8:52), a new in-state rivalry for football (12:02), men's basketball returning to NYC (14:19), long-term stability for track and field (19:28), another SEC All-Sports Award for the Gators (21:48) and more. Plus, hot off the heels of her no-hitter in regionals, Adam chats with softball's Aleshia Ocasio about the greatest moments from her All-American career and much more (31:51). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, head to FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

We have arrived at the time of year where softball becomes a ubiquitous presence on TV and in turn, the Gators take one of the prime seats at the table. This week's show kicks off with host Adam Schick chatting with the head coach about the highs and lows of their season and the challenges to come as they enter the NCAA Tournament (1:18). Also, our weekly roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry covers a dizzying range of other recent success stories, including baseball's SEC title (22:58), a men's and women's SEC Title sweep in track and field (28:52), lacrosse getting over the NCAA hump (30:56), men's tennis making waves (33:11), men's golf setting an NCAA Regional record (34:18), basketball finding a new assistant coach (36:22) and Mick Hubert's upcoming induction into the Florida Sports Hall of Fame (39:14). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The month of May provides numerous opportunities to win championships, and the Gators are taking advantage of that across the board. This past week saw softball and lacrosse both add to their considerable hauls by collecting conference crowns, and baseball is in position to join them shortly. On today's show, host Adam Schick covers a wide range of news on the Orange & Blue with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry, including Dan Mullen's speaking tour (1:39), softball's record SEC title run (3:22), Brady Singer's dominance (8:22), the latest on basketball (11:59), Al Horford's resurgent postseason (13:44), the start of NCAA action for lacrosse (16:27) and women's tennis officially beginning their improbable national title defense (19:05). Also, Adam chats with lacrosse senior Shayna Pirecca about her storied career and the sibling rivalry that helped define it (27:37) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While there were thousands of mock drafts and projections put out into the world in recent months, last week in Dallas saw the only picks that truly mattered. Now that the NFL Draft has come and gone, host Adam Schick assesses how the Gators fared and discusses Taven Bryan (1:30), Antonio Callaway (3:03) and more with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. They also chat about the reunion of the 1998 Florida Baseball team (14:27), the latest on Jalen Hudson and the NBA Draft (18:03), a championship performance on the links (19:27) and the Commission on College Basketball (22:04). Plus, Adam chats with softball's Nicole Dewitt about her senior weekend and some of her greatest memories from an outstanding career (26:54) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Regardless of age or experience, you'd be hard-pressed to find a young football player who hasn't dreamed of hearing their name called on the night of the NFL Draft. On this week's show, host Adam Schick discusses which Gators will get drafted (1:06), the latest on softball (11:12) and baseball (13:46) and the retirement of a Gator coaching legend (15:51) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, Adam chats with baseball ace Jackson Kowar (23:24). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Dan Mullen spent the last few months trying to rally the troops for the Orange & Blue Game, and Gator Nation responded by showing up in droves last weekend in The Swamp. What they saw was a combination of a scrimmage, a skills competition and a celebration of Gator Greats from the past looking to reinvigorate the program. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps the festivities and looks ahead with “The Voice of the Gators” Mick Hubert (1:37). Plus, GatorVision's Shelby Granath sits down with senior Alex McMurtry on the eve of the NCAA Gymnastics Championships to discuss her decorated career and their pursuit of a national title (22:11). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Though The Swamp sits dormant for most of the spring, every year it comes alive for one weekend in April. That time is now, as the Orange & Blue Game is set to draw huge crowds looking to get the first glimpse of the Dan Mullen era. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to dive into the details of the scrimmage (1:29), discuss Steve Spurrier's unconventional foray back into coaching (11:57), learn about Mike White's new assistant coach (15:43) and more. Plus, Adam chats with on of the new faces of DBU, sophomore Brian Edwards (28:03). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

In this special edition, host Adam Schick welcomes new defensive coordinator Todd Grantham for an exclusive and revealing chat about his impressive career. In a wide-ranging conversation, Grantham discusses how he got his start in coaching (1:21), working for Nick Saban (7:41), his time in the NFL (11:57), the most impressive players he has worked with (15:46), how he struck up a relationship with Dan Mullen (23:45) and much more. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.