Gator Tales Podcast

Dan Mullen himself said that “The Streak” was bound to end eventually, but few expected it to reach its conclusion this past weekend in The Swamp. Kentucky overwhelmed the Gators with a relentless rushing attack that kept the defense on the field and exposed many of the challenges that the new staff has in turning around the program. On today's show, host Adam Schick breaks down what went wrong against the Wildcats and how the Gators plan to bounce back with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:10). Then, Adam chats with redshirt-senior Moral Stephens about his first career touchdown and the keys to thriving under three different coaching staffs (26:23). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

There were plenty of fireworks in the highly-anticipated season opener for the Orange and Blue, as the Dan Mullen era got off to a rousing start in a 53-6 pummeling of Charleston Southern. The Gators are hoping that the energy and momentum generated in The Swamp keep rolling for another week, as Florida is preparing to put its astonishing 31-game winning streak on the line against Kentucky. On top of that, the 1993 SEC Championship squad will be honored on the 25th anniversary of their wild season that started a remarkable run of four straight conference crowns. On today's show, host Adam Schick reminisces about the record-breaking 1993 team and “Doering's Got A Touchdown” with Hall of Fame WR Chris Doering (1:18). Then, Adam breaks down the opener and the Kentucky matchup with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (17:00). Finally, RB Malik Davis shares why his family inspired him to play football and how he battled adversity to return to the field ahead of schedule after last yea

Any new season brings a sense of great promise and possibility, especially when it's the beginning of a new regime. Dan Mullen will lead the Gators out of the tunnel for the first time as a head coach on Saturday night, hoping to create something fresh while also capturing the magic of yesteryear. On our season premiere, host Adam Schick assesses the 2018 squad from every angle with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (1:12). Then, redshirt-senior tight end R.J. Raymond shares how he used a staggering multi-generational connection to UF and relentless hard work to make his football dreams come true (24:44). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

It's been a phenomenal athletic year filled with incredible moments on and off the field, from walk-offs and Hail Mary's to inspiring stories like those of Randy Russell and Lauren Evans that we have told on this very podcast. But with baseball's exit from Omaha, we officially closed the book on the 2017-2018 athletic year, and now it's time to reflect. As we found out last summer, the best way to do that is by sitting down with athletic director Scott Stricklin to review it all in our season finale. Now wrapping up his first complete season at the helm, host Adam Schick spoke to Scott about his experience in Omaha and the uniqueness of the CWS (1:47), the remarkable success of the overall program (5:35), major coaching developments from this year (7:04), the latest updates on the various facility projects (15:34), Dan Mullen's first 7 months on the job (19:27), the addition of Jay Jacobs to his executive staff (21:02), his favorite moments from this season (23:14), how he filters through his Twitter mention

As the field continues to get whittled down in Omaha, the Gators are fighting hard to stay among the living. On today's show, host Adam Schick covers the College World Series from all angles with FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter (1:06). Plus, you'll hear the amazing story of how soccer's Lauren Evans battled leukemia throughout her freshman season and came out victorious (20:07). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Just when it looked like the athletic season might be coming to a close, Austin Langworthy jolted it back to life with a walk-off homer that woke up most of Gainesville and sent the Gators back to Omaha for the fourth year in a row. On today's show, host Adam Schick talks about that epic blast and what awaits the Gators in Omaha with FloridaGators.com senior writer Scott Carter (1:04). Plus, Adam chats with newly minted All-American golfer Andy Zhang about his long journey from Beijing to Gainesville (17:56) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

This past weekend saw one season end while another was taken to the brink, with softball bowing out of the WCWS at the same time that baseball was braving the weather and a couple of in-state foes hoping to take out the top seed. On today's show, we'll start by hearing the unlikely success story of baseball's overnight sensation Jonah Girand (1:12). Plus, host Adam Schick goes in-depth on super regionals (16:00), the MLB Draft (19:12), a tough finish for softball (21:31), a new contract for Tim Walton (27:28), a change in leadership for the swim programs (29:18) and the worst blown calls in sports (32:00) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com.

We watch sports for the chance to see something spectacular, and that's exactly what happened at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium on Saturday night with one swing of Jordan Matthews' bat. While that took softball out to Oklahoma City, baseball is finally back home as they open the NCAA Tournament. On today's show, baseball head coach Kevin O'Sullivan chats with Jeff Cardozo about the road ahead as regionals begin (1:11). Also, host Adam Schick covers softball's journey to the WCWS (14:38), baseball's plan to reset (27:55), Jalen Hudson's return (34:30) and where the Matthews bomb ranks among great plays in Gator lore (38:12) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Although #Rainesville made it difficult to complete, softball dominated a soggy Gainesville Regional and hosts a familiar foe in Super Regional action this weekend. On this week's show, host Adam Schick presides over a roundtable discussion with FloridaGators.com Senior Writers Chris Harry and Scott Carter covering the all-SEC Super Regional (1:33), baseball's sudden adversity (8:52), a new in-state rivalry for football (12:02), men's basketball returning to NYC (14:19), long-term stability for track and field (19:28), another SEC All-Sports Award for the Gators (21:48) and more. Plus, hot off the heels of her no-hitter in regionals, Adam chats with softball's Aleshia Ocasio about the greatest moments from her All-American career and much more (31:51). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, head to FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

We have arrived at the time of year where softball becomes a ubiquitous presence on TV and in turn, the Gators take one of the prime seats at the table. This week's show kicks off with host Adam Schick chatting with the head coach about the highs and lows of their season and the challenges to come as they enter the NCAA Tournament (1:18). Also, our weekly roundtable with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry covers a dizzying range of other recent success stories, including baseball's SEC title (22:58), a men's and women's SEC Title sweep in track and field (28:52), lacrosse getting over the NCAA hump (30:56), men's tennis making waves (33:11), men's golf setting an NCAA Regional record (34:18), basketball finding a new assistant coach (36:22) and Mick Hubert's upcoming induction into the Florida Sports Hall of Fame (39:14). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The month of May provides numerous opportunities to win championships, and the Gators are taking advantage of that across the board. This past week saw softball and lacrosse both add to their considerable hauls by collecting conference crowns, and baseball is in position to join them shortly. On today's show, host Adam Schick covers a wide range of news on the Orange & Blue with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry, including Dan Mullen's speaking tour (1:39), softball's record SEC title run (3:22), Brady Singer's dominance (8:22), the latest on basketball (11:59), Al Horford's resurgent postseason (13:44), the start of NCAA action for lacrosse (16:27) and women's tennis officially beginning their improbable national title defense (19:05). Also, Adam chats with lacrosse senior Shayna Pirecca about her storied career and the sibling rivalry that helped define it (27:37) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While there were thousands of mock drafts and projections put out into the world in recent months, last week in Dallas saw the only picks that truly mattered. Now that the NFL Draft has come and gone, host Adam Schick assesses how the Gators fared and discusses Taven Bryan (1:30), Antonio Callaway (3:03) and more with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. They also chat about the reunion of the 1998 Florida Baseball team (14:27), the latest on Jalen Hudson and the NBA Draft (18:03), a championship performance on the links (19:27) and the Commission on College Basketball (22:04). Plus, Adam chats with softball's Nicole Dewitt about her senior weekend and some of her greatest memories from an outstanding career (26:54) Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Regardless of age or experience, you'd be hard-pressed to find a young football player who hasn't dreamed of hearing their name called on the night of the NFL Draft. On this week's show, host Adam Schick discusses which Gators will get drafted (1:06), the latest on softball (11:12) and baseball (13:46) and the retirement of a Gator coaching legend (15:51) with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry. Plus, Adam chats with baseball ace Jackson Kowar (23:24). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Dan Mullen spent the last few months trying to rally the troops for the Orange & Blue Game, and Gator Nation responded by showing up in droves last weekend in The Swamp. What they saw was a combination of a scrimmage, a skills competition and a celebration of Gator Greats from the past looking to reinvigorate the program. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps the festivities and looks ahead with “The Voice of the Gators” Mick Hubert (1:37). Plus, GatorVision's Shelby Granath sits down with senior Alex McMurtry on the eve of the NCAA Gymnastics Championships to discuss her decorated career and their pursuit of a national title (22:11). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

Though The Swamp sits dormant for most of the spring, every year it comes alive for one weekend in April. That time is now, as the Orange & Blue Game is set to draw huge crowds looking to get the first glimpse of the Dan Mullen era. On today's show, host Adam Schick welcomes FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry to dive into the details of the scrimmage (1:29), discuss Steve Spurrier's unconventional foray back into coaching (11:57), learn about Mike White's new assistant coach (15:43) and more. Plus, Adam chats with on of the new faces of DBU, sophomore Brian Edwards (28:03). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

In this special edition, host Adam Schick welcomes new defensive coordinator Todd Grantham for an exclusive and revealing chat about his impressive career. In a wide-ranging conversation, Grantham discusses how he got his start in coaching (1:21), working for Nick Saban (7:41), his time in the NFL (11:57), the most impressive players he has worked with (15:46), how he struck up a relationship with Dan Mullen (23:45) and much more. Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While the Orange and Blue Game is still a week away, the Gators held their first scrimmage last week to get a very early look at where the squad stood. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps what went down on the field (1:25), discusses the red-hot baseball team (7:46) and previews a big weekend for softball with FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry (15:47). Also, Adam chats with sophomore defensive lineman T.J. Slaton, whose journey to UF includes his own version of “The Blind Side” (24:37). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

While the Gators won't be part of the Final Four in San Antonio, they are taking it up a notch with FIVE different sports competing in Gainesville this weekend. On this week's show, host Adam Schick takes you through everything happening on and off the field for the Gators, including the remarkable story of freshman football recruit Randy Russell (1:08). Also, we'll convene FloridaGators.com senior writers Scott Carter and Chris Harry for a roundtable chat discussing huge news on facilities (20:29), spring football practice ramping up (26:23), pro day for draft prospects (34:55) and critical NBA Draft decisions that will shape the future of the basketball program (41:52). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

68 teams begin the NCAA Tournament with visions of cutting down the nets, but 67 of them come up short in their journey. Unfortunately for the Gators, they saw their run end in Dallas with a heartbreaking loss to Texas Tech. On today's show, host Adam Schick recaps the end of basketball season and looks to the future with FloridaGators.com senior writer Chris Harry (1:10). Adam also gets the latest on spring football (18:25) and swimmer Caeleb Dressel's pursuit of history (26:34) from senior writer Scott Carter. Plus, Adam is joined by track and field head coach Mike Holloway and sophomore Grant Holloway to hear more about their national title in indoor track (33:24). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.

The madness has arrived, and for the second straight year the Gators are dancing with hopes of making another deep run. This time around, Mike White's team was sent to Dallas and will take on upstart St. Bonaventure in the 1st Round late Thursday night. On this week's show, host Adam Schick gets the inside scoop on hoops from Junior Kevarrius Hayes (1:05) and FloridaGators.com senior writer Chris Harry (16:29). Also, senior writer Scott Carter dishes on men's track and field claiming the NCAA Indoor Championship (28:41), football's leadership as they enter spring practice (31:03) and baseball's continued dominance over FSU (36:32). Please leave a review if you like what you hear and for more information, visit FloridaGators.com/GatorTales.