FILE - Los Angeles FC forward Gareth Bale (11) celebrates after defeating the Philadelphia Union in penalties to win the MLS Cup soccer match Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Los Angeles. Bale has announced on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, his retirement from soccer at age 33. He scored 53 Premier Leagues goals and 81 in La Liga, finishing last season by helping Los Angeles win the Major League Soccer title. Bale won five Champions League titles, three Spanish league titles, one Copa del Rey and one League Cup. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

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Chris Will is a second-year journalism student with a focus in sports and media. Originally from the Fort Lauderdale area, Will is now the beat reporter for Florida Gymnastics and covers all things sports in Gainesville.

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