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Florida Gators Dive into the Final Four—First Time Since 2014!
In a whirlwind of hoop magic, the Florida Gators have punched their ticket to the Final Four for the very first time since 2014. They chalked up sweet victories over Maryland in the Sweet 16 and No. 3 seed Texas Tech in the Elite Eight, setting the stage for a showdown with none other than a familiar rival: top‑seeded Auburn, in San Antonio.
Round of 32: A Close‑Call Classic
- Score: 77–75 over UConn
- Walter Clayton Jr. stole the spotlight with 23 points, five 3‑pointers, and a clutch shot after shot that thwarted the defending champs’ quest for a historic 3‑peat.
The game felt like a high‑stakes thriller: the Huskies poured a fresh buzzer‑beater win into the mix, but the Gators’ senior guard kept the pressure on!
Sweet 16: The Wide‑Open Cast
- Six players scored in double figures—talk about teamwork!
- Florida pulled away from Maryland in the second half and made a statement: no one—especially No. 10 seed Arkansas—could keep pace.
The Gators’ size and depth proved too much for Maryland, who had trailed for most of the game.
Elite Eight: The Texas Tech Showdown
- Texas Tech had already impressed after draining a 16‑point deficit against Arkansas.
- They carried the momentum into the game, even leading by 10 in the second half at one point.
It all came down to a tense finale:
- Florida trailed by nine early in the last three minutes—panic levels skyrocketed.
- Just like the UConn match, Clayton Jr. became the hero.
- A 3‑pointer by Thomas Haugh and a neat triple by Clayton Jr. put the Gators ahead 78–77 with only one minute to go.
- Defensive stops capped off the win, sealing the victory.
Finishing Touches
With a sizzling 30 points, Clayton Jr. was the star of the night. A 28–0 record when leading at halftime? Exactly. The Gators are blazing a trail toward the Final Four, and they’ve done so with style, wit, and a touch of pure hoop drama.
Florida Gators Are Back in the Final Four—After Eleven Long Years!
Sweet 16 showdown: Florida overcame Maryland, then faced No. 3 Texas Tech in the Elite Eight and secured a spot in the Final Four for the first time since 2014.
What’s at Stake?
- Semifinal matchup on Saturday, April 5: Florida vs. Auburn (the top‑seeded South Region team).
- Earlier this season, Florida defeated Auburn 90‑81 on February 8 at Neville Arena.
- Auburn held the top spot in national rankings for seven straight weeks, but Florida clinched the SEC tournament crown.
- Both teams will now fight for a shot at the national championship.
A Historic Reunion
After pulling off a sweet 16 victory, the Gators are ready to re-match their old SEC rival in a high‑stakes battle. The drama is thick, the rivalry is classic, and the stakes could only be higher.
All No. 1 Seeds in the Final Four
With Duke and Houston also advancing, this is only the second time in NCAA history that every Final Four team is a #1 seed (the first was in 2008).
Final Four Schedule
Saturday, April 5 – 6:09 p.m. (CST) – Alamodome, San Antonio.
Get ready for a showdown that’s all about legacy, rivalry, and the dream of a championship clash between Florida and Auburn!