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USA Today
09-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida football has five rivalry games included in The Athletic's top-100 rankings
One of the most important aspects of college football that has helped entrench it into American culture is the rivalry game, for which every school has at least one. Many of these matchups have been played for over 100 years — longer than the current forms of the NBA, NFL, and NHL have existed, and sometimes contemporaneous with early Major League Baseball. That has allowed generations of sports fans to continue a long and storied tradition with their favorite colleges and universities. The Florida Gators officially started competing on the collegiate gridiron in 1911 as an independent team, before joining the Southern Conference in 1922 along with a large proportion of their future Southeastern Conference peers — a league that began play in 1932. Those early years provided the Orange and Blue with three of the five foes that The Athletic's Scott Dochterman included in his rankings of the top 100 college football rivalries. Dochterman chose to feature Florida's matchups with the Florida State Seminoles (No. 9), Georgia Bulldogs (No. 12), Tennessee Volunteers (No. 36), Miami Hurricanes (No. 58) and LSU Tigers (No. 64) among the best rivalries in the sport. Many Gators fans may disagree with the rankings of the top two — UGA should be among the top-10 and arguably ahead of FSU, but it is what it is. Below is a look at how Florida's five top rivalries break down in Dochterman's eyes. Florida–Florida State: No. 9 What to know: "What was a nice in-state nonconference series turned into one of national consequence during the 1990s," Dochterman offers. "With coaching legends Steve Spurrier and Bobby Bowden on opposite sides, Florida-Florida State set the table for many postseasons. Its annual importance may have diminished, but it's still the most prominent SEC-ACC Thanksgiving weekend feud." Biggest game: "In the 1996 regular-season finale, No. 2 Florida State edged No. 1 Florida 24-21 and the quarterback hits rankled Spurrier," he recalls. "After Florida won the SEC title game, the Bowl Alliance lined up the No. 1 Seminoles and No. 3 Gators for the fifth time over a three-year span, again in the Sugar Bowl. Florida led by four points in the third quarter, then scored four second-half touchdowns in a 52-20 win. The Gators won the national title while Florida State fell to No. 3." Georgia–Florida: No. 12 What to know: "Each team has important in-state rivalries, but this ranks No. 1 for both programs and their fans," Dochterman offers. "They've yet to have a top-five matchup, but the outcomes often lead directly to an SEC championship participant." Biggest game: "No. 2 Georgia's hopes of an unbeaten season appeared dashed approaching the final minute of its 1980 clash with the No. 20 Gators," he begins. "Down 21-20 and facing third-and-11 at the 7-yard line, Bulldogs QB Buck Belue rolled right and threw across his body to Lindsay Scott at the 25-yard line. With Georgia announcer Larry Munson shouting, 'Run Lindsay!' the receiver outraced the defense for a 93-yard TD and a 26-21 victory. The Bulldogs later won the national title." Tennessee–Florida: No. 36 What to know: "Tennessee and Florida barely resonated for either fan base until they were forced to play one another every year in the SEC East," Dochterman says. "Once they did, the series sizzled and became the SEC's most competitive rivalry in the 1990s. It doesn't measure up when compared alongside these teams' historical feuds, but it's on the map." Biggest game: "After five straight top-15 losses to the Gators, No. 6 Tennessee hosted No. 2 Florida in 1998," he writes. "The Vols picked up a 20-17 OT win when Florida's game-tying attempt said wide left. The win propelled Tennessee to the first BCS championship." Miami–Florida: No. 58 What to know: "There's plenty of feistiness between these two programs when they take the field," Dochterman notes. "But their meetings have become so sporadic that the rivalry doesn't measure up to their in-state feuds with Florida State." Biggest game: "Following the 2000 season, the teams met in the Sugar Bowl with the SEC champion Gators facing the Big East champion Canes," he offers. "No. 7 Florida led early in the third quarter, but a combination of penalties, turnovers and special teams errors propelled No. 2 Miami to 24 second-half points in a 37-20 win." LSU-Florida: No. 64 What to know: "It doesn't have the lore or regional appeal of other SEC rivalries, but each of these programs has won two national championships over the past 20 years," Diotcherman notes. "This is the annual rivalry that neither side really wants, but it's too good for the SEC to let it expire." Biggest game: "Their 2007 battle in Baton Rouge stands out as first among equals," he continues. "Top-ranked LSU trailed No. 9 Florida 24-14 with 10:15 left in the game before rallying for two TDs to take a 28-24 lead. Florida moved into LSU territory but Heisman winner Tim Tebow's final pass attempt fell incomplete, and the eventual BCS champion Tigers — who went 5-for-5 on fourth downs — held on for the win." The Athletic's top 25 best college football rivalries Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Michigan football loses 4-star CB target to rival school for 2026 recruiting class
Michigan football is set to hold its final official visit weekend of the late spring, early summer, and the Wolverines are hoping that it pays dividends. With three weekends preceding, the maize and blue knocked it out of the park with some prospects, but with others, perhaps they fell a little short. The Wolverines currently have one cornerback committed to the 2026 class in Jacksonville (Fla.) Mandarin four-star Brody Jennings, but there are a handful of other corners that the maize and blue have ben in strong contention for. Michigan is hosting Carrollton (Ga.) four-star corner Dorian Barney this weekend, and appears to be in the lead for Frisco (Tx.) Panther Creek four-star Donovan Webb. But perhaps atop the wish list was Towson (Md.) Loyola Blakefield four-star Khary Adams. Advertisement Ranked the No. 36 player in the country according to 247Sports, Adams had long appeared to be strongly considering Michigan football, Penn State, and Oregon. But ultimately, Notre Dame ended up winning out, as Adams pledged to the Irish on Friday. With Adams off the board, the Wolverines will likely work extra hard to keep Jennings in the fold -- which will be a challenge given that he's being highly pursued by the Florida schools and others within the SEC-ACC footprint. Webb could be the second addition, and he's starting to trend towards the Wolverines since his visit. Here are Michigan's current commitments in the 2026 class: Advertisement Newbury Park (Calif.) four-star QB Brady Smigiel (No. 83 overall, 7th QB, 12th in California) Billings (Mt.) West four-star TE Matt Ludwig (No. 160 overall, 9th TE, 1st in Montana ) Chicago (Ill.) Simeon four-star EDGE McHale Blade (No. 169 overall, 21st EDGE, 5th in Illinois) Jacksonville (Fla.) Mandarin four-star CB Brody Jennings (No. 277 overall, 24th CB, 43rd in Florida) Cartersville (Ga.) Cass four-star IOL Bear McWhorter (No. 399 overall, 33rd IOL, 48th in Georgia) Liberty Hill (Tx.) four-star DL Alister Vallejo (No. 411 overall, 44th DL, 55th in Texas) Denver (Colo.) Mullen three-star TE Mason Bonner (No. 600 via On3; 30th TE, 5th in Colorado) Dallas (Tx.) Parish Episcopal three-star WR Jaylen Pile (No. 714 overall, 103rd WR, 113th in Texas) Washington (D.C.) St. John's three-star EDGE Tariq Boney (No. 796 overall, 74th EDGE, 4th in D.C.) Hinsdale (Ill.) Central K Micah Drescher (No. 4 K, Chris Sailer Kicking) Phoenix (Ariz.) Sandra Day O'Connor five-star LS Colton Dermer (No. 6 LS) This article originally appeared on Wolverines Wire: Michigan football target, 4-star CB, commits elsewhere for 2026
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Florida State football's kickoff time in season opener vs Alabama reportedly set
Florida State's football season opener against Alabama will be a day game at Doak Campbell Stadium. According to Brett McMurphy, the game time for this SEC-ACC matchup will be at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30. Beforehand, the Tennessee-Syracuse game, which will be in Atlanta, will be at noon. The LSU-Clemson game will be a primetime game at 7:30 p.m. For Sunday's slate, the South Carolina-Virginia Tech game will be on ESPN at 3 p.m. in Atlanta. This will be the sixth meeting between FSU and Alabama, but it'll be played at Doak for the first time. The stadium is expected to be fully renovated before kickoff. The FSU-Bama game is considered a host site for ESPN's "College GameDay", in which Lee Corso, an FSU alum, will be making his final appearance on the tailgate show. Advertisement FSU is coming off a 2-10 season last year, while Alabama finished 9-4. Mike Norvell will be in his sixth season with the Seminoles. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. FSU football 2025 season schedule Aug. 30, Alabama, 3:30 p.m. Sept. 6, East Texas A&M, TBA Sept. 20, Kent State, TBA Sept. 26, at Virginia (Friday), TBA Oct. 4, Miami, TBA Oct. 11, Pittsburgh, TBA Oct. 18, at Stanford, TBA Nov. 1 Wake Forest, TBA Nov. 8 at Clemson, TBA Nov. 15 Virginia Tech, TBA Nov. 21 North Carolina State (Fri.), TBA Nov. 29, Florida, TBA More: FSU football boosts offense by adding a pair of Gavins from NCAA transfer portal This article originally appeared on Tallahassee Democrat: Florida State football vs. Alabama in Week 1: Channel, kickoff time
USA Today
25-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Texas softball vs Clemson live updates: Start time, TV channel for super regional Game 3
Texas softball vs Clemson live updates: Start time, TV channel for super regional Game 3 Show Caption Hide Caption Maddie Moore on Clemson softball reaching NCAA super regionals Maddie Moore, Marian Collins on Clemson softball reaching NCAA super regionals after Kentucky win Texas softball isn't done yet. The Longhorns needed 10 innings Friday to eke out a 7-5 win over Clemson and force a Game 3 rubber match Saturday. Texas is looking to make it to its second consecutive Women's College World Series, whereas Clemson is looking for the first appearance in program history. A 3-for-6 game from Ashton Maloney helped power the Longhorns to their win Friday night, but there was help up and down the order. Texas used four pitchers Friday, but Teagan Kavan was the difference-maker with 5 2/3 innings and no runs allowed. Watch Texas vs Clemson in Austin Super Regional on Fubo (free trial) Who will come out on top between Texas and Clemson in a massive Saturday showdown? USA TODAY Sports will be tracking the game live below. Texas softball live score vs. Clemson TEAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 F Texas − − − − − − − − Clemson − − − − − − − − Texas vs Clemson softball live score, updates, highlights While Texas looks to make its third WCWS appearance in the past four years after finishing as runners-up last season, Clemson is looking to finally cross the Rubicon to the first appearance in program history. The Tigers have been knocking on the door, but are yet to break it down. Saturday represents an opportunity to do just that. Texas and Clemson are gearing up for a winner-take-all showdown, as the Longhorns try to stave off the Tigers after a win in 10 innings Friday. It's win-or-go-home in this SEC-ACC clash. What time does Texas softball vs Clemson start? Date: Saturday, May 24 Saturday, May 24 Time: 9 p.m. ET 9 p.m. ET Where: Red & Charline McCombs Field (Austin, Texas) Game 3's decider of the Austin Super Regional between the Longhorns and Tigers is scheduled for a 9 p.m. ET start. What TV channel is Texas softball vs Clemson on today? Texas and Clemson's super regional game will air on ESPN. Streaming options include the EPSN app (with a cable login), ESPN+, ESPN's subscription streaming service and Fubo, the last of which offers a free trial. Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you make a purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Who does South Carolina women's basketball play next in NCAA Tournament? Elite Eight bracket update
If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission. Pricing and availability subject to change. Who does South Carolina women's basketball play next in NCAA Tournament? Elite Eight bracket update BIRMINGHAM, Ala. − South Carolina women's basketball defeated No. 4 Maryland 71-67 on Friday in the Birmingham 2 Regional in Legacy Arena to advance to play in its sixth straight NCAA tournament Elite Eight. The No. 1 seed Gamecocks (33-3) will play No. 2 Duke on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (ABC). Advertisement It will be a rematch from Dec. 5 when the two faced off in the SEC-ACC challenge, where coach Dawn Staley's squad pulled out an 81-70 win. Duke was ranked No. 8 at the time, while South Carolina was No. 3. Forward Chloe Kitts scored 21 points with 11 rebounds to lead the Gamecocks. The Blue Devils (29-7) beat in-state rival North Carolina 47-38 earlier on Friday to advance to Sunday. Who does South Carolina women's basketball play next in March Madness? South Carolina will play No. 4 Duke in the Elite Eight of the Birmingham 2 Regional. Duke beat UNC to advance on Friday afternoon. South Carolina women's basketball's Elite Eight game time South Carolina will play Duke at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday in Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama. Where to watch South Carolina women's basketball's Elite Eight game Sunday's game will be broadcast nationally on ABC. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers. Advertisement Watch South Carolina women's basketball vs Duke on Fubo We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage Lulu Kesin covers South Carolina athletics for The Greenville News and the USA TODAY Network. Email her at lkesin@ and follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, @Lulukesin This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Who does South Carolina play next in March Madness? Bracket update
