As the calendar barrels toward the end of January, more and more eyes are focusing on hoops, and the Gators are in the midst of run of high-profile matchups that might trick you into thinking it’s March. 

On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter to discuss the noteworthy battles against multiple Tigers (1:40), a chance to take out #1 this weekend (7:11), Toney’s return for one last ride (9:36), Felipe Franks’ departure to Arkansas (14:53), preseason hype for baseball (18:26) and Baseball Hall of Fame controversy in the PAT (20:02). 

Then, McDonald’s All-American and all-around Renaissance man Scottie Lewis dishes on his elite dunking skills, his unique hobbies and his growth halfway through his freshman season (26:29). 

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Gator Tales #200: Gator Great Ahmad Black and Gator Roundtable (MBK, FB, Gym) by Florida Gators

As we welcome in a new decade, signs are pointing up all around for Florida, with football sending out 2019 in style in a splashy Orange Bowl victory over Virginia, and basketball ringing in 2020 with an unblemished conference mark thanks to a record-breaking comeback against Alabama.

On today’s show, host Adam Schick chats with head coach Mike White about their hot start in the SEC, how they’ve grown while trying to manage sky high expectations, the development of the newcomers and more (1:23).

Then, Adam welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for our first roundtable of the year to discuss the victory lap in Miami (20:58), season superlatives for Dan Mullen’s squad (25:01), players coming and going in 2020 (30:31), basketball’s resurgence (34:50), Andrew Nembhard’s ascension (38:23), the possible end of the Patriots’ dynasty and national championship predictions in the PAT (41:55).

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Regardless of what holiday you celebrate this time of year, chances are all your presents have been opened. But the Gators hope to serve up a final treat before leaving this decade behind, one loaded with vitamin C.

On our final show of 2019, host Adam Schick and FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry gather around the fire to break down every angle leading up to the Capital One Orange Bowl (1:38), a tough to South Florida for men’s basketball (12:58), another piece of hardware for track superstar Grant Holloway (16:56) and memorable bowl games in the PAT (18:55).

Then, linebacker David Reese joins us to discuss the matchup against Virginia, reaching the end of the college road and the legacy he hopes to leave behind (24:53).

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Success on the field is great, but ultimately, the focus always shifts to what’s next.

On today’s show, host Adam Schick gets answers to some of those questions at the 30,000-foot level with athletic director Scott Stricklin, covering the continued growth under Dan Mullen (1:25), what goes on behind closed doors on the CFP selection committee (3:47), the importance of reaching a New Year’s Six bowl (5:47), the evolution of the fan experience at The Swamp (7:34), how future football scheduling has come together (12:11), the latest on the new football facility (18:32), why the time was right to name the O’Connell Center court after Billy Donovan (21:42) and more.

Then, Adam is joined by FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the highlights of the early signing class (30:34), an Australian addition on special teams (38:27), a budding local star added to the quarterback mix (41:38), a dominant performance for basketball (43:36) and the best and worst holiday gifts in the PAT.

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While the Gators were feeling peachy during bowl season last season, they’ll get to check another box on the New Year’s Six bingo card this year when they head south for the Orange Bowl. Florida will stay inside the Sunshine State for a battle against the Virginia Cavaliers, with the potential for a rare 11-win season clearly in their grasp.

On today’s show, we’ll welcome FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the magnitude of the storied game and why it most certainly has meaning (1:50), a major step forward for the planned football facility (11:46), basketball’s tough trip to Butler (14:17), Billy D’s historic honor (20:19), volleyball’s surge to the Sweet 16 (24:33) and their best theme park memories in the PAT (25:58).

Plus, freshman Ques Glover joins us to discuss growing up as a Gator in Vol country, where he got his physical demeanor on the court and how he and his teammates are working to grow through a difficult stretch (31:10).

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10 years is quite a long time, and the Gators ended their decade of disappointment with a resounding win over the Seminoles, their first home victory in the series since 2009. In doing so, they also took a critical step forward in the development of the program and laid claim to the unofficial title of “state champions.”

On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the dominant performance (1:45), the legacy of this senior class (5:15), the departure of Felipe Franks (10:13), the latest trials and tribulations for basketball (15:43), volleyball’s path to the NCAA Sweet 16 (22:41) and the craziness of the coaching carousel in the PAT (24:03).

Then, grad transfer and Preseason SEC Player of the Year Kerry Blackshear Jr. stops by to discuss the weight of lofty expectations, how basketball is truly in his blood and the impact his childhood travels around the world had on his formative years (29:43).

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For the first time in seven years, the Gators have a chance to win 10 games in the regular season, and accomplishing that feat would mean their first home win over Florida State in a decade. Needless to say, there’s a lot at stake this Thanksgiving weekend, and the pressure is certainly on the heavily favored Orange and Blue.

On today’s show, host Adam Schick gathers FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable feast to discuss the magnitude of the matchup with the Seminoles (1:36), the sudden reversal of fortune for basketball (15:19) and the best Disney movies in the PAT (22:22).

Then, senior wide receiver Van Jefferson joins us for a career retrospective covering his growth since transferring from Ole Miss, his favorite moments in “The Swamp” and much more (27:56).

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While matchups with Missouri have rarely been easy since the Tigers joined the SEC, the Gators used some of their patented second-half magic to leave Columbia with a victory, capping off a 6-2 mark in SEC play. Meanwhile, men’s basketball continued trying to work through some of their early season shooting woes, falling out of the rankings in the process.

On today’s show, FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry join host Adam Schick to discuss football’s solid showing (1:44), Jon Greenard’s dominance (6:44), Florida’s mindset with the SEC title out of play (8:25), basketball’s reliance on youth and the external pressure squeezing Mike White’s team (12:46), Pete Alonso’s Rookie of the Year recognition (21:35) and great team comebacks in the PAT (24:01).

Then, senior wide receiver Freddie Swain reflects on coming full circle, his favorite moments on and off the field and much more (30:07).

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While the Gators may have been slow to hit the gas against Vanderbilt, once they pressed the pedal to the metal, they didn’t look back in a 56-0 dispatching of the Commodores. But in a week that answered numerous doubts about the resolve of football following the frustrating loss to UGA, many more questions were raised across the street after the 6th-ranked basketball squad lost their sixth straight game to FSU.

On today’s show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to discuss the domination of the ‘Dores (1:35), “The Swamp” coming to life at Noon (5:48), future dates with the Sun Devils (13:40), basketball’s discombobulated outing against the Seminoles (17:47) and the current chicken sandwich wars in the PAT (25:17).

Plus, running back Lamical Perine stops by to share his best memories from each season of his career, how he answered the doubters against Auburn this year and more (29:13).

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