Matthew Bell

Matthew Bell is a senior at the University of Florida. He completed his associates degree at State College of Florida in Bradenton and transferred to UF in 2019. His favorite sports are American football and baseball. Matthew also contributes to The Point Podcast and provides local hourly news for All Things Considered.

2022 Hall of Fame Inductees Awarded

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Seven former MLB players joined together at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, for one of baseball’s highest honors this past weekend. Led by charismatic David Ortiz, players such as Minnie Miñoso and Tony Oliva were included in the 2022 class. https://twitter.com/sn_mlb/status/1551301023712661507 Complete List Jim Kaat Minnie …

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Former Gators attend 150th The Open

The 150th British Open is underway in Scotland. The prestigious tournament returned to The Old Course at St. Andrews for the final major of the season. Three former Gators appeared in the tournament but did not fare too well in the first round. Horschel, Horsfield and Calcavecchia at The Open …

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Shannon Returns to SEC

Former Gator basketball player Eddie Shannon is returning to the SEC. But this time, it will be in the coaching role and not at Florida. #NewProfilePic pic.twitter.com/OtyMeohRhl — Eddie Shannon (@CoachShannon14) April 8, 2022 Under Donavan, Shannon Learns Much Recounting his years at UF, he said his time under Billy …

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Gators go to FINA World Championships

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The FINA Championships in Budapest start this weekend. Many current and former Florida Gators are making the trip for a chance to represent their home countries and compete. https://twitter.com/GatorsSwimDv/status/1537555626036908032 FINA World Championships The event held in Budapest features events such as: Swimming Diving High diving Water polo Artistic swimming Open …

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