Football

Santa Fe Football Earns Homecoming Victory Against Belleview

Saturday October 24, 2026

ALACHUA — Surrounded by a full stadium and a sea of red and gray, Santa Fe defeated Belleview 35-18 in the homecoming game Friday. The Raiders (7-2) came out dominant in the first possession of the …

Florida Football’s McCray Named SEC Defensive Lineman of Week

Monday October 19, 2026

Florida football’s LJ McCray was named the SEC Defensive Lineman of the Week following his contributions to the Gators’ win at then-No. 7 Texas. McCray led Florida (5-2, 3-2 SEC) in sacks, …

Fiery Fourth Quarter Ends in Oak Hall Win Against St. Joseph Academy

Saturday October 17, 2026

A three-quarter chess match turned into a fourth-quarter thriller Friday for Oak Hall in its 21-14 victory against St. Augustine St. Joseph Academy. The Eagles’ seniors stood on the field with an …

Florida Returns to Austin Hoping to Undo History

Saturday October 17, 2026

Florida fans may experience a sense of déjà vu Saturday when Florida returns to Austin to face No. 7 Texas. Nearly two years after a disastrous trip, the Gators, once more, are back with injuries, …

Oak Hall Football Seeks Bounce Back Against St. Joseph’s Academy

Friday October 16, 2026

Oak Hall looks to turn an extra week of preparation into a bounce-back win when it hosts the St. Augustine St. Joseph’s Academy Flashes at 7 p.m. Friday. The Eagles (4-2) are out to rebound after …

Santa Fe Football Sees Dunnellon Rally for District Title

Friday October 16, 2026

ALACHUA — Dunnellon scored two touchdowns in the fourth quarter Thursday to rally for the 3A-District 5 title with a 22-17 win against Santa Fe. Dunnellon (7-0, 3-0 district) opened the scoring on …

What Past Florida Coaches’ SEC Debuts Tell Us About Jon Sumrall’s Midseason Struggles

Thursday October 15, 2026

The first SEC game of a Florida coach’s tenure has often provided an early glimpse at what lies ahead. But history suggests the weeks that follow can tell a much different story. Urban Meyer and …

Remembering Mike Ditka: The Coach Who Gave Danny Wuerffel First NFL Chance

Saturday October 10, 2026

The coach who gave Florida’s second Heisman Trophy winner his first NFL opportunity died Friday at 86. Mike Ditka spent 14 years coaching only two NFL teams: the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans …

Gator Honored as SEC Legend

Friday October 9, 2026

A Gator football great has become a legend. Chris Doering was selected to the 2026 SEC Football Legends Class, the SEC announced Thursday. Along with 15 others, Doering is being honored as a standout …

Battle of Eagles: Christ’s Church Academy Visits Oak Hall

Thursday October 1, 2026

As lightning flashed at Oak Hall football practice this week, the Eagles patiently waited out the storm and not backing down as they prepared for their home game Friday. The Jacksonville Christ’s …